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Healthy Living: We got this, part two

Healthy Living: We got this, part two

"I’m not completely sure why, but from a fairly young age, I needed drugs and/or alcohol to replicate a smile in a public setting." ~ Robert Skender
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'Great news': Premier John Horgan comments on B.C.'s reopening plan

'Great news': Premier John Horgan comments on B.C.'s reopening plan

The "circuit breaker will be over" on Tuesday.
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'Don't look for loopholes': Premier Horgan delivers stern message before long weekend

'Don't look for loopholes': Premier Horgan delivers stern message before long weekend

Horgan noted that COVID-19 cases in B.C. tend to surge following long weekends
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Horgan says health restrictions end Tuesday, as new COVID-19 cases in B.C. fall to 357

Horgan says health restrictions end Tuesday, as new COVID-19 cases in B.C. fall to 357

Vaccinations hit record daily high of 63,453
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Vaccine update: B.C. youths 12-17 can get vaccinated with family members who are already booked

Vaccine update: B.C. youths 12-17 can get vaccinated with family members who are already booked

B.C. minors will be able to register for vaccination on their own
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In-school vaccination initiative supported by Powell River teachers

In-school vaccination initiative supported by Powell River teachers

"If Vancouver Coastal Health can provide in-school vaccinations, this seems the most effective way to reach the majority of students without disruption to working parents." ~ Powell River and District Teachers’ Association president Izi Loveluck
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Memorial truck rally planned for beloved Squamish couple

Memorial truck rally planned for beloved Squamish couple

Convoy rolls through town May 29 to honour Gail and Merrill Ross, who died from COVID-19 complications 17 hours apart.
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One COVID-19 case reported in Powell River last week: BCCDC

One COVID-19 case reported in Powell River last week: BCCDC

Two cases were reported the previous period
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COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. fall to near-six-week low

COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. fall to near-six-week low

Eight COVID-19-related deaths overnight raise provincial death toll to 1,658.
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Dr. Bonnie Henry says B.C. will aim for 'gradual' easing of restrictions

Dr. Bonnie Henry says B.C. will aim for 'gradual' easing of restrictions

'But all bets are off if things change'
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