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Chilling play-by-play video shows just how close bystanders were in Bacon gangster slaying

Chilling play-by-play video shows just how close bystanders were in Bacon gangster slaying

If you’re looking to get a glimpse into the seedy underbelly of crime in B.C. then you’ll need to look no further than the work of Kim Bolan of the Vancouver Sun.
The great pipeline debate: Is it good for the economy?

The great pipeline debate: Is it good for the economy?

On the day that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau approved the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project in late 2016, Alberta Premier Rachel Notley hailed the decision as a turning point for her province.
Virden Music & Arts Festival final classes

Virden Music & Arts Festival final classes

Speech Arts
Behind the scenes of The Addams Family

Behind the scenes of The Addams Family

When a musical is produced it's not just about the actors and singers on stage, there is a lot of behind the scenes work that goes on. This year Ms. Rhonda Schindler's Graphic Arts and Gr.

Four extraordinary VCI students recognized

Each month, Virden Collegiate recognizes one outstanding student in each grade. Here are the selected students for April. Marlee Gonty: Grade 9 15-year-old Marlee has established great marks for her first year of high school.
Plane spotting party welcomes first Lufthansa A350-900

Plane spotting party welcomes first Lufthansa A350-900

Lufthansa’s new Airbus A350-900 made its first flight to Canada from Munich, Germany today. The plane landed at Vancouver International Airport at approximately 4:16 p.m. about 20 minutes ahead of schedule.
The Addams Family in Virden

The Addams Family in Virden

A preview album of the VCI musical comedy May 3 - 5, 2018
Brierwood Creek Cafe & Grill

Brierwood Creek Cafe & Grill

Kenton restaurant in new hands, with a little help from friends
Prairie Joe concert for a good cause

Prairie Joe concert for a good cause

Summer camp porograms get support
Rummage sale a treasure hunter's delight

Rummage sale a treasure hunter's delight

Lillian Mozdzen of Alonsa was one of the first through the doors at the St Paul’s United Church rummage sale in Virden last Thursday. The popular event is held twice a year, spring and fall, to raise money for the church.
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