Highlights

Federal government suing Ucluelet, boat owners after 2023 harbour fire

A boat fire occurred in the Ucluelet harbour in January 2023. The vessel sank and the dock was damaged as a result.

Jan 8, 2025 6:30 PM Read more >

In memoriam: Susan Jersak

Susan was born in Toronto but moved to Powell River in the summer of 1980

Jan 8, 2025 6:15 PM Read more >

B.C. man charged with threats, assaults to undergo doctor assessment

Colton Bradford Seibel appeared in Vancouver Provincial Court and consented to undergo a 30-day assessment to determine fitness to stand trial.

Jan 8, 2025 6:00 PM Read more >

String of sunny days in the forecast, except Friday in qathet

Powell River Farmers' Market reopens this Sunday for winter season

Jan 8, 2025 5:20 PM Read more >

B.C. man convicted of murder wants bail

A jury convicted Adrianus Johannes Rosbergen on Dec. 10 of the second-degree murder of Allen William Skedden, 52, of Delta.

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Queen of Surrey out of service to Jan. 28

The Queen of Coquitlam is operating on the Langdale–Horseshoe Bay route “to ensure seamless service for our customers”, according to a BC Ferries spokesperson.

Jan 8, 2025 1:26 PM Read more >

Bargaining unit includes Starbucks in Powell River

Union scores big win in BC Labour Relations Board ruling

Jan 8, 2025 12:51 PM Read more >

Mask mandate returns to B.C. health-care facilities

Some exceptions are in place, including for those under five years old.

Jan 8, 2025 12:36 PM Read more >

'In our thoughts': BC Wildfire Service ready to fight California fires

The BC Wildfire Service may provide support "in the days ahead."

Jan 8, 2025 10:48 AM Read more >

Kicking the Clutter: A weekly organizing schedule to start 2025

Start with a renewed mindset of goal-setting tasks

Jan 8, 2025 10:15 AM Read more >