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Today’s roundup · 16 stories
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Nautical Nellies Steak & Seafood House celebrates nearly three decades with $59 four-course dinner (CONTEST)
And we're giving away ten $30 gift cards!
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Crime
Teen arrested after bear spray incident at Nanaimo high school
After an altercation broke out.
Events
26 ways to celebrate Halloween in and around Victoria this October
Haunted houses, frightening films and devilish drag!
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More Around the Region
Events
Victoria Royals hit ice for special cause with blind hockey event next week
While enjoying an impressive start to the season!
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There’s a devilish burlesque and drag show coming to Victoria this October
Two sin-filled nights are coming with performances on October 16th and 17th.
News
Over 100 animals waiting for homes in Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast regions
The BC SPCA is looking to find them forever homes.
Elections
Mayoral candidate fired from job as director of planning in North Saanich
Felice Mazzoni has yet to comment on the matter.
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Thousands of exotic orchids and rare plants will be available for sale in Victoria this October
Be the envy of your green-thumbed friends!
Events
Hundreds of pickleball players heading to Langford for dementia fundraiser this weekend
Around 400 games are expected over the three-day event.
Events
5 things to do in and around Victoria this Thursday, October 15th
Join Victoria city council candidates at Drag Night! 
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Business
Victoria businesses invited to help make this year’s Festival of Trees the biggest yet
There’s still time to sign up! 
Healthcare
BC reports nearly 240 toxic drug deaths in July and August
Since April 2016, at least 18,894 have died.
Concerts
5 things to do in and around Victoria this Friday, October 16th
In the mood for some live music?
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Sidney’s coziest craft market returns this October with over 60 local vendors
From handmade treasures to sweet treats! 
Elections
Here are some BC leaders’ live debate highlights from Tuesday night
Between the BC Greens, the BC NDP and the BC Conservatives.
Environment
Orca advocates celebrate growth in southern resident killer whale population
But warn that decline could happen at any time.
A little brain break
Today’s Island Unscramble
Rearrange the letters to find a familiar local place.
OLADGFNR
Hint: A fast-growing West Shore city.
Check your answer →
The Canadian word game
The Buzzle will be back very soon!
We’re in the midst of rebuilding The Buzzle and can’t wait to share the refreshed game with you.
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Victoria weather
The next three days
Full forecast →
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16° / 11°
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16° / 8°
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Around the community
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Event · Oak Bay
Finding Neverland | The Musical | November 20th-22nd
Step into a world where imagination takes flight in Finding Neverland, a magical musical adventure inspired by the story behind one of the world’s most beloved tales, Peter Pan.
Event · Greater Victoria
You Are Here- Now What? A Workshop Exploring Midlife
Your middle years look fine. So why does it feel like something has shifted? Step out of autopilot and explore who you are now—and what you want from what comes next.
Event · Greater Victoria
StrDexCon 2027
StrDexCon (pronounced “strength dex con”) is a one-day convention designed to bring together the island’s tabletop roleplaying game community for play and community-building.
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Dubai Strawberry Cups + Dirty Sodas
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