Highlights

qathet region experiencing a cold snap

Frostbite a concern in below average temperatures

Jan 12, 2024 1:45 PM Read more >

B.C. hog farm protesters' B&E, mischief appeal dismissed

"The motive was obvious, to obtain media attention regarding the conditions of the animals," Justice Susan Griffin said.

Jan 12, 2024 12:52 PM Read more >

Taxpayers in qathet Regional District face double digit increase

Change in requisition for City of Powell River in 2024 is $1,041,934, which is 36.06 per cent more than 2023

Jan 12, 2024 12:45 PM Read more >

Entanglements, boat strikes a danger to sea life around qathet

Northern Sunshine Coast a part of the whale trail, but there are rules for watching

Jan 12, 2024 11:30 AM Read more >

'A wake-up call': Alarm raised over B.C. electrical grid amid plans for natural gas heating ban

BC Utilities Commission recently rejected a $327M proposal from FortisBC for an expansion of natural gas infrastructure in the rapidly-growing Okanagan.

Jan 12, 2024 11:00 AM Read more >

qathet region’s Family Place finds temporary home

Facility relocates in Powell River Town Centre Mall while looking for permanent space

Jan 12, 2024 10:26 AM Read more >

B.C. housing minister says next naughty list coming soon

Ravi Kahlon also says province unveiling BC Builds project in ‘very near future.’

Jan 12, 2024 9:30 AM Read more >

Legal changes may bring reprieve for B.C. cannabis entrepreneurs

Taxation, THC content and medical authorizations could be focus of regulatory changes.

Jan 12, 2024 8:00 AM Read more >

Rob Shaw: Fence-sitting thrusts BC NDP into no-win scenario as overdose deaths climb

Government’s messaging over public drug-use legislation has completely reversed as it attempts to co-opt language of Opposition, writes Rob Shaw

Jan 12, 2024 7:46 AM Read more >

In memoriam: Allan Francis McPhee

December 14, 1944 - December 18, 2023

Jan 12, 2024 7:45 AM Read more >