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Family left with bill after Victoria woman injured in Thailand

Family left with bill after Victoria woman injured in Thailand

Every bone in Danielle Kliaman's foot was broken when she was hit by a truck while riding a scooter in Thailand on Saturday. Now her family is having to pay tens of thousands of dollars for her care after her travel medical insurance company refused to pay up.
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B.C. man used Taser on neighbour, hit girlfriend on head

B.C. man used Taser on neighbour, hit girlfriend on head

"You need to reach out and get help," Judge Patricia Stark told Sheldon William Frederick Nipshank. "Reaching out is a sign of strength, not an act of weakness."
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Opinion: Higher density living is changing the way neighbouring works in Canada

Opinion: Higher density living is changing the way neighbouring works in Canada

Before we draw conclusions about the implications of social isolation, we should check our expectations of how, when and why neighbouring does or does not happen.
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Powell River Skating Club celebrates end of season

Powell River Skating Club celebrates end of season

Skaters recognized with awards for hard work during past year
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Garden thrives due to volunteers, Powell River Community Forest

Garden thrives due to volunteers, Powell River Community Forest

Seniors create plan for abandoned Sycamore Commons plot in Townsite
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B.C. residents liable in $1B U.S. stock fraud have asset list sealed before penalty hearing

B.C. residents liable in $1B U.S. stock fraud have asset list sealed before penalty hearing

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking roughly $170 million from seven individuals who reside or conduct business in British Columbia following findings of fraud in civil court proceedings.
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Powell River Minor Baseball welcomes back young sluggers

Powell River Minor Baseball welcomes back young sluggers

Players return to diamonds at Larry Gouthro and DA Evans parks in increasing numbers
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B.C. man pleads not guilty to three drug-trafficking charges

B.C. man pleads not guilty to three drug-trafficking charges

Wilbert Luke Jackson-Bullshields was under a 10-year, long-term supervision order at the time of the alleged offences.
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Healthy Living: Ancient genetics meet modern life

Healthy Living: Ancient genetics meet modern life

"Diets and food trends influence mental health directly and should be thoughtfully considered before making any real commitment."
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Here's how to make a hearty split pea soup

Here's how to make a hearty split pea soup

"Smoked paprika is absolutely essential, giving the dish a smoky, 'meaty' flavour"
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