Highlights

How worried should we be about bird flu, Lyme disease and rabies?

We asked the BC Centre for Disease Control about staying safe from zoonotic diseases.

Dec 28, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >

BBB: Watch out for phony personalized products on social media

Inspect the ad, research the company and look up reviews are some tips the Better Business Bureau suggests to avoid too-good-to-be-true scams like this one.

Dec 28, 2024 8:45 AM Read more >

Season's greetings: North Island-Powell River MP Rachel Blaney

"This spirit of kindness is truly what makes our region so special."

Dec 28, 2024 7:15 AM Read more >

The best streaming platforms for your mental health

Hers looked at the 10 most popular streaming services in the U.S. to rank their content based on three categories related to media consumption and mental health.

Dec 27, 2024 8:00 PM Read more >

Want to make sex work safer? Decriminalize it, study says

Workers fare better when they can rely on each other and seek formal indoor work without worrying about police surveillance.

Dec 27, 2024 6:00 PM Read more >

Sunshine Coast RCMP investigating report of assault on BC Ferry

RCMP are investigating a report of an assault of a 79-year-old man in an onboard elevator on Dec. 26.

Dec 27, 2024 3:08 PM Read more >

Opinion: How the science of child development can help parents stress less this holiday season

Science-based insights can help dial down parents' anxiety by reminding them to let go of what they can't control and focus on what matters most.

Dec 27, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

B.C. nurses disciplined for care, drug theft, privacy issues in 2024

A look back at regulatory decisions from B.C.'s College of Nurses and Midwives.

Dec 27, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

Season's greetings: City of Powell River mayor Ron Woznow

"This holiday season, I encourage everyone to take time to connect with family, friends and neighbours."

Dec 27, 2024 8:15 AM Read more >