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Open drug use banned in public places, after Health Canada approves change

Open drug use banned in public places, after Health Canada approves change

The move comes after a public outcry about open drug use in city streets and in hospitals.
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Powell River RCMP respond to disturbance, execute search warrant

Powell River RCMP respond to disturbance, execute search warrant

Emergency response team from Vancouver Island called to assist with arrest in Wildwood
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In memoriam: Annette Kathleen Behan

In memoriam: Annette Kathleen Behan

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Derailed Shania Twain zombie musical resurrected online

Derailed Shania Twain zombie musical resurrected online

A full-scale musical inspired by the music of country music superstar Shania Twain was due for its world premiere in Sechelt in mid-May. 
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Canadians want more regulations around smoking, according to poll

Canadians want more regulations around smoking, according to poll

Will Canada raise the smoking age? New polling says public backs U.K.-style law
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Supports increasing for paramedics, who 'see it all'

Supports increasing for paramedics, who 'see it all'

Paramedics honour those who’ve lost their lives in the line of duty with a ceremony at the legislature
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B.C. Transit orders 66 electric buses from Canadian suppliers

B.C. Transit orders 66 electric buses from Canadian suppliers

The buses will be arriving gradually starting early next year and continuing until mid-2026
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qathet Blood Donors Group makes giving easier

qathet Blood Donors Group makes giving easier

Blood services, BC Ferries and resident partner up
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City of Powell River to consider rezoning for 60-unit strata

City of Powell River to consider rezoning for 60-unit strata

Developer wants to hasten permit processing times
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B.C. RCMP officer fined $2,000 for employing foreign nanny

B.C. RCMP officer fined $2,000 for employing foreign nanny

Randi Ellen White pleaded guilty to unlawfully employing the U.S.-born woman without a work permit.
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