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American guilty of trying to smuggle drugs to Island on jet ski

American guilty of trying to smuggle drugs to Island on jet ski

John Michael Sherwood was convicted in Seattle after his scheme unravelled when drug-filled duffel bags were discovered on beaches near Port Angeles
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Ship fire off Victoria shows Canada isn't prepared for marine emergencies: TSB

Ship fire off Victoria shows Canada isn't prepared for marine emergencies: TSB

The container ship rolled and lost 109 containers overboard, spilling cargo along Vancouver Island's beaches. About 36 hours later, while the vessel was anchored off Victoria, a fire broke on the ship.
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Man runs over moving ground to narrowly escape landslide along B.C. river: rescuer

Man runs over moving ground to narrowly escape landslide along B.C. river: rescuer

WILLIAMS LAKE, B.C. — A man camping along the Chilcotin River in British Columbia's central Interior woke up to the sound of a landslide overnight Tuesday and managed to run to safety as the ground moved beneath his feet.
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Artwork unveiled to public in City of Powell River neighbourhood

Artwork unveiled to public in City of Powell River neighbourhood

Wraps reflect interconnectedness of natural world and history of National Historic District
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B.C. strata's 'atmospheric river' flood response reasonable, tribunal says

B.C. strata's 'atmospheric river' flood response reasonable, tribunal says

Crawl spaces under the Chilliwack strata complex flooded when 2021 torrential rains caused widespread Fraser Valley flooding.
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What’s the best equipment for strength workouts at home?

What’s the best equipment for strength workouts at home?

Ask an Expert: Karina Inkster
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25 years ago in the Peak: Soccer team wins provincial gold

25 years ago in the Peak: Soccer team wins provincial gold

Seven members of champion Vancouver Island Selects hailed from Powell River
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B.C. couple partially victorious in bankruptcy fight with securities regulator

B.C. couple partially victorious in bankruptcy fight with securities regulator

VANCOUVER — The chair of the British Columbia Securities Commission is calling on the federal government to change legislation to protect investors after the Supreme Court of Canada ruled fines issued by regulators can be wiped out by bankruptcy.
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Here's how to extend the life of cut flowers

Here's how to extend the life of cut flowers

Ask an Expert: Nicole Quigley
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Coaching addition part of systems change for Powell River Kings

Coaching addition part of systems change for Powell River Kings

Former professional goaltender retires to take on position with BC Hockey League club
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