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How ancient humans cared for their pets

How ancient humans cared for their pets

When you think of pets, maybe a picture of a faithful and friendly golden retriever comes to mind, or a soft, purring kitty that curls up beside you on the couch.
City of Powell River councillors give final adoption to budget

City of Powell River councillors give final adoption to budget

2023 to 2027 financial plan receives approval
B.C. Liberal name being dropped Wednesday as party to become B.C. United

B.C. Liberal name being dropped Wednesday as party to become B.C. United

VICTORIA — The British Columbia Liberal Party will officially become known as BC United on Wednesday, a move the party says gives voters 18 months to become familiar with the new name before the 2024 fixed election date.
Canada’s largest landlord endorses Eby's $500M rental-buy plan

Canada’s largest landlord endorses Eby's $500M rental-buy plan

Canada’s largest landlord offers to sell hundreds of its older “affordable” units to the B.C. government and non-profits
Online drug trafficking on the rise, police need resources to respond

Online drug trafficking on the rise, police need resources to respond

A growing trend of online encrypted drug dealing needs more attention by police, a new study by British Columbia researchers says. Richard Frank, an associate professor of criminology at Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, B.C.
10 hotel amenities growing in popularity

10 hotel amenities growing in popularity

Social media gave birth to influencers, who could give other travellers an intimate look inside hotels they haven’t yet stayed in, allowing them to more easily compare options.
B.C. employers, business owners navigate the new hybrid work norm

B.C. employers, business owners navigate the new hybrid work norm

Three to four days per week is most acceptable for employers and employees, according to experts
International Choral Kathaumixw 2023 profile: Maia Armstrong

International Choral Kathaumixw 2023 profile: Maia Armstrong

Five-day festival returns to qathet region this July after five-year absence
Keith Baldrey: Former Green leader takes party to task

Keith Baldrey: Former Green leader takes party to task

Jabs at public health officer draw rebuke from Andrew Weaver as Green Party of B.C. struggles to stay on province’s political map.
CUPE wage increase reviewed by City of Powell River Council

CUPE wage increase reviewed by City of Powell River Council

Regional district unionized workers’ adjustment not part of city agreement