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Adoptable pet of the month: Fred the friendly tabby cat

Adoptable pet of the month: Fred the friendly tabby cat

Happy feline enjoys snuggles and snacks while waiting at BC SPCA-Powell River
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B.C. pub fined $3K for allowing intoxicated patron to remain

B.C. pub fined $3K for allowing intoxicated patron to remain

The Whistle Stop pub in Courtenay says it allowed intoxicated woman to remain while she awaited a taxi.
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U15 female bronze medalists include players from Powell River

U15 female bronze medalists include players from Powell River

Four local teammates reach podium at BC Hockey provincial championships in Richmond
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Border town business 'completely destroyed' by U.S. trade war, forced to close

Border town business 'completely destroyed' by U.S. trade war, forced to close

Amid fears of bankruptcy, a family-run business in Point Roberts, Washington, is shutting down after 24 years.
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Code of conduct bylaw adopted by City of Powell River

Code of conduct bylaw adopted by City of Powell River

Adoption was made by council members at city hall on March 20
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Photos: Price of private B.C. island with unique oceanfront home for sale drops by over a quarter

Photos: Price of private B.C. island with unique oceanfront home for sale drops by over a quarter

"Think wilderness glamping meets bohemian boudoir."
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B.C.’s alleged $511M mortgage fraud scheme concludes with no criminal charges

B.C.’s alleged $511M mortgage fraud scheme concludes with no criminal charges

After regulators claimed he arranged over half-a-billion dollars' worth of mortgages based on fraudulent and forged documentation unregistered mortgage broker Jay Chaudhary has not faced any criminal, civil or administrative penalties
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China travel advisory 2025: Canada warns of increased risk to visitors

China travel advisory 2025: Canada warns of increased risk to visitors

The Canadian government now advises travellers to exercise "a high degree of caution."
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No animals harmed in massive Chilliwack barn fire

No animals harmed in massive Chilliwack barn fire

More than 40 firefighters fought the barn blaze that sent a large black plume of smoke into the sky.
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Public heard, through a moderator, on Foundation Agreement

Public heard, through a moderator, on Foundation Agreement

Cabinet minister and local MLA Randene Neill’s said she was 'here to listen and answer questions' in her opening statement at the March 20 virtual information session on the shíshálh Nation Foundation Agreement.
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