Highlights

Sunshine Coast finalists in second annual BC book awards announced

Book awards that debuted last year on the Sunshine Coast have announced finalists for 2024 prizes.

Jul 28, 2024 6:30 AM Read more >

Police Patrol: Powell River RCMP report

Officers responded to 136 calls for service during the last reporting period

Jul 27, 2024 11:11 AM Read more >

Soccer scandal hangs over Canada at Olympics opening ceremonies

All the talk about Canada at the opening ceremonies of the Paris Olympics centred on the expulsion of three members of the women’s soccer team

Jul 26, 2024 10:30 PM Read more >

Geologist warns of alpine landslides in B.C.

A road north of Pemberton has been closed and people are being advised not to camp in the area due to the high hazard.

Jul 26, 2024 6:00 PM Read more >

qathet Regional District board not opposed to Texada mine permit

qRD has four subjects required of applicant regarding Blubber Bay area permit

Jul 26, 2024 5:15 PM Read more >

Powell River RCMP investigate break-in at Town Centre mall

Search continues for one suspect who eluded police after foot pursuit

Jul 26, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

qathet Regional District to consider 'telephone of the wind'

Directors make recommendation that the qRD board approves installation at Powell River Regional Cemetery

Jul 26, 2024 12:33 PM Read more >

How to protect yourself from bad air quality due to wildfire smoke

As wildfires burn in parts of Canada and the wind carries smoke into communities near and far, health experts are advising people to regularly check air quality ratings and take precautions.

Jul 26, 2024 12:20 PM Read more >

B.C. drops COVID-19 vaccine mandate for health-care workers

Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry made the announcement Friday morning.

Jul 26, 2024 10:18 AM Read more >

Sunshine Coast weather: Rain predicted for Monday

Moderate temperatures are expected to continue now through Monday, July 29, when 19 millimetres of rain are forecast.

Jul 26, 2024 9:42 AM Read more >