Highlights

Police working to identify driver in fatal B.C. crash

A section of 80th Avenue is closed with no anticipated reopening time as the investigation is taking place.

Jul 17, 2024 12:14 PM Read more >

U.S. eases border rules for dogs from Canada as Liberals try to secure exemption

OTTAWA — After much hounding by federal officials, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control is giving Canadian dogs a slightly longer leash when it comes to new rules aimed at controlling the spread of rabies.

Jul 17, 2024 12:13 PM Read more >

Green waste fire quelled at Salish Soils facility Tuesday evening

Fire is thought to have ignited through natural processes

Jul 17, 2024 11:40 AM Read more >

'Smoke is very visible': Wildfire burning beside CN rail tracks south of Lytton

The fire was first discovered on Tuesday at 5:30 p.m.

Jul 17, 2024 11:06 AM Read more >

Powell River Kings to face defending champs at BCHL showcase

League announces schedule for annual event involving all teams

Jul 17, 2024 9:45 AM Read more >

Why government policies could keep B.C. electric-vehicle prices high

A number of forces are affecting the economics of EVs and delaying 'affordable' adoption

Jul 17, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

Developer seeks permit answers from City of Powell River

Alan Rebane wonders why his approval has not been granted

Jul 17, 2024 8:26 AM Read more >

Rob Shaw: Yes, the Canucks' playoff run led to a wine deal with Alberta

A Vancouver Canucks playoff game sparked a resolution in the British Columbia and Alberta cross-border wine sales dispute

Jul 17, 2024 8:00 AM Read more >

In memoriam: Robert John Woods

April 8, 1949 - July 3, 2024

Jul 17, 2024 7:45 AM Read more >

B.C. nurse disciplined after social media comments with patient's mom

The nurse voluntarily agreed to a reprimand, remedial education and coaching.

Jul 17, 2024 5:00 AM Read more >