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Opinion: Why are the hottest days when Earth is furthest from the sun?

Opinion: Why are the hottest days when Earth is furthest from the sun?

Most diagrams in textbooks have the planets going around the sun in circular orbits. While this is almost true, the planets actually orbit in ellipses.
Opinion: Scaling up community drug-checking services in B.C. could help respond to the overdose crisis

Opinion: Scaling up community drug-checking services in B.C. could help respond to the overdose crisis

Most consumables in Canada have quality controls that inform purchasing and consumption decisions. People who use illicit drugs deserve the same. Drug checking provides that harm-reduction service.
There's a place for B.C.'s gas in a net-zero future. But not for long

There's a place for B.C.'s gas in a net-zero future. But not for long

LNG Canada is predicting a 40-year run for its massive gas liquefaction and export project in Kitimat, B.C. A recent report from Canada’s energy regulator cuts that lifespan in half, if countries around the world meet climate targets.
UPDATED: Texada Island fire departments act fast on Canada Day

UPDATED: Texada Island fire departments act fast on Canada Day

Fire started across from Gillies Bay General Store July 1
Summer reading club launches at Powell River Public Library

Summer reading club launches at Powell River Public Library

Library engages youth to explore new books and celebrates 6th year at Alberni Street location
B.C. health registry expansion aims to connect patients with family doctors: minister

B.C. health registry expansion aims to connect patients with family doctors: minister

The health minister said he's not making promises about the number of people who will find doctors, but progress will be measured.
Police Patrol: Powell River RCMP report

Police Patrol: Powell River RCMP report

Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact Powell River RCMP at 604.485.6255, or Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.8477
B.C. officials warn of lightning-caused wildfires expected this week

B.C. officials warn of lightning-caused wildfires expected this week

British Columbia wildfire officials have warned of an uptick in lightning-caused wildfires later this week, heading into the hottest, driest stretch of the summer.
Afghan vet sues rehab centre, B.C. nurse after alleged romantic relationship

Afghan vet sues rehab centre, B.C. nurse after alleged romantic relationship

An Ontario man is alleging a Powell River psychiatric nurse displayed "flirtatious mannerisms," which eventually resulted in a sexual relationship.
Climate action tax credit to land in B.C. bank accounts this week

Climate action tax credit to land in B.C. bank accounts this week

Millions of B.C. residents will receive an 'enhanced' climate tax credit in their bank accounts this week, according to the province.