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B.C. wildfire expert says rapid detection, action on fire starts key as climate warms

B.C. wildfire expert says rapid detection, action on fire starts key as climate warms

More should be spent on prevention and mitigation, including FireSmart initiatives, says wildfire researcher.
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Powell River Search and Rescue Society receives donation

Powell River Search and Rescue Society receives donation

Marathon shuffle participant trained and fundraised while overseas
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No jail in death threats case where B.C. man met woman once

No jail in death threats case where B.C. man met woman once

The man's family has taken "extreme steps" to ensure he gets treatment, the court heard.
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Financial help policy referred to qathet Regional District staff

Financial help policy referred to qathet Regional District staff

qRD finance committee wants more information on proposed amendments
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Orca pod spotted in vicinity of orphan B.C. killer whale, but no evidence of family

Orca pod spotted in vicinity of orphan B.C. killer whale, but no evidence of family

ZEBALLOS, B.C.
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Letter: Blood donor initiative is appreciated

Letter: Blood donor initiative is appreciated

"We still require a permanent blood donor clinic in Powell River."
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B.C. tourism economy blooms as spring arrives

B.C. tourism economy blooms as spring arrives

Demand for travel, accommodation and events picks up in May through September.
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Water deemed undrinkable on ferry Queen of Oak Bay

Water deemed undrinkable on ferry Queen of Oak Bay

Water supply on ferry contaminated by floor cleaner
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qRD committee supports increasing rates at two regional parks

qRD committee supports increasing rates at two regional parks

Camping fees for Shelter Point and Haywire Bay debated at qathet Regional District finance meeting
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Former B.C. banker pleads guilty to defrauding clients, potentially in the ballpark of $1M

Former B.C. banker pleads guilty to defrauding clients, potentially in the ballpark of $1M

Ex-RBC employee admits to defrauding clients over seven years.
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