Highlights

U.S. grand jury indictment issued to four B.C. residents accused of stock fraud

Offshore shell facilitator and former lawyer Fred Sharp of West Vancouver and three alleged associates are facing criminal securities fraud allegations in a grand jury indictment.

Jan 16, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Feds announce funding to remove 34 abandoned boats in B.C.

$1.6 million will go toward six B.C.-based contractors tackling eight projects.

Jan 16, 2024 4:03 PM Read more >

British Columbians with major depression paying $700 a week for help

Treating depression cost B.C.'s health system more than $1.5 billion over two years, shows SFU study.

Jan 16, 2024 4:00 PM Read more >

Editorial: Winter woes

By acknowledging the difficulties faced by others and offering support, we can create a more empathetic and understanding society

Jan 16, 2024 3:31 PM Read more >

B.C. Boxing Day double-stabbing accused get bail

Sheldon Cefre Ilbegi-Asli's bail conditions include attending an addiction treatment facility and counselling.

Jan 16, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

qathet region fire departments receive funding

Grant of $96,000 will go toward building resiliency for firefighters

Jan 16, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >

Calgary youth charged with attempted murder in B.C. shooting

A second person from Calgary has been charged in connection to a Surrey shooting.

Jan 16, 2024 11:57 AM Read more >

North Island – Powell River MP calls for loan extension

Rachel Blaney wants repayment deadline for businesses to be advanced

Jan 16, 2024 10:39 AM Read more >

qRD board willing to add member to homelessness task force

Tla’amin Nation and City of Powell River will be copied on correspondence to Lift Community Services from qathet Regional District

Jan 16, 2024 9:31 AM Read more >

Rob Shaw: Minister Mitzi Dean runs out of resets

The ongoing stumbles of the former children’s minister finally caused the premier to lose his patience

Jan 16, 2024 8:15 AM Read more >