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Happy Friday, Victoria! 🎃

Halloween is just one day away, and whether you're planning to head out trick-or-treating, check out some spooky events or enjoy a quiet night at home, there's plenty happening around Greater Victoria this weekend.

We're also keeping an eye on the weather as we head into the weekend, with hopefully some sunshine making an appearance after all the rain we've seen lately.

As always, we've rounded up some of the latest local news, community updates and stories worth checking out below.

Have a fantastic Friday and a safe and happy Halloween!

Today’s roundup · 10 stories
Top story
Featured
15 scary movies and TV shows filmed on Vancouver Island to watch this Halloween
Get the blanket and popcorn ready!
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Concerts
31 things to do in and around Victoria this Halloween weekend – October 30th to November 1st 
Happy Halloween, Victoria! Time to get scary! 🎃👻
News
UVic to permanently close Ian Stewart Complex ice rink in March 2027
It was built in 1970.
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More Around the Region
News
Here’s how time differences will change for Vancouver Island starting this Sunday
Seattle and Las Vegas will now be one hour behind us!
Missing Person
West Shore RCMP seeks public assistance in locating missing 71-year-old woman
Last seen driving in Saanich.
Arts
Victoria JazzFest surpasses $250K fundraising goal with one day to spare
They needed to raise money after losing TD as a sponsor.
Halloween
Nanaimo RCMP provides residents with tips to ensure Halloween is fun and safe for all
Regarding candy, fireworks, pets and driving.
Missing Person
Victoria man declared dead by courts four years after disappearance
The courts had to officially declare him dead.
Crime
Saanich Police may deploy drone surveillance over Halloween weekend
To “ensure public safety on campus.”
Crime
Police release sketch of suspect wanted for indecent act near Nanaimo River
Between jurisdictions of the Nanaimo and Ladysmith RCMP detachments.
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A little brain break
Today’s Island Unscramble
Rearrange the letters to find a familiar local place.
EOSKO
Hint: A coastal community at the gateway to the Juan de Fuca coast.
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The Canadian word game
The Buzzle will be back very soon!
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Victoria weather
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Light rain
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Partly cloudy
11° / 6°
Sun
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Sunny
11° / 5°
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Event · Greater Victoria
Little Skies: Moving Image Art for Youth
Little Skies is a new arts festival for kids. Explore the magical world of experimental film in three free screening programs and a hands-on workshop. Info at deluge.ca
Fundraiser / Bottle Drive · Victoria
Victoria Cat Rescue Corps Christmas Bazaar and Tea
Christmas Bazaar and Tea November 21st 1-4pm Knox Presbyterian Church 2964 Richmond Rd.
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