Highlights

North Island-Powell River MP critical of government inaction

Rachel Blaney wants expanded polystyrene banned from use in aquatic environments

May 26, 2023 11:35 AM Read more >

inclusion Powell River receives provincial funding

Organization will lead a province-wide effort to raise awareness about workforce accessibility

May 26, 2023 10:51 AM Read more >

Year-end events ramping up for School District 47

Graduation celebrations among highlighted activities in May and June 

May 26, 2023 10:27 AM Read more >

qRD to ask City of Powell River for resource recovery debt help

Regional board passes motion to send letter with request to partner in reducing facility's debt

May 26, 2023 10:08 AM Read more >

Brooks Secondary School student competes at volleyball nationals

Emma Young just missed celebrating a Canadian title with Comox Wave, returns home with silver medal

May 26, 2023 7:45 AM Read more >

Good morning, Peak readers

Photo feature of the day, today in history, the weather forecast and local gas prices

May 26, 2023 5:45 AM Read more >

Canadian airline ordered to pay B.C. pair $1,400 for flight delays

The airline said the delay on the Vancouver-Toronto flight was a result of "crew constraints."

May 26, 2023 5:00 AM Read more >

Province announces new e-bike rebate modelled on Saanich program

Income-based system doesn’t require scrapping a vehicle and offers rebates of up to $1,400

May 26, 2023 4:45 AM Read more >

Punched on the job: when gig workers are denied basic safety support

An assaulted Uber driver makes the case, say advocates, for extending employee rights. The BC government isn’t sure.

May 25, 2023 9:00 PM Read more >

North of Town: Okeover eatery undergoes transition of ownership

Big plans in the works as restaurant changes hands

May 25, 2023 8:45 PM Read more >