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New Year’s message: City of Powell River mayor Ron Woznow

New Year’s message: City of Powell River mayor Ron Woznow

"I would like to express my gratitude for the privilege of serving as your mayor."
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A year of whales: The most thrilling and majestic sightings in B.C.

A year of whales: The most thrilling and majestic sightings in B.C.

The magnificent mammals wowed onlookers and made for picture-perfect moments.
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Persephone Brewing enters its second decade, focusing on people, planet and profits—in that order

Persephone Brewing enters its second decade, focusing on people, planet and profits—in that order

Now entering its second decade, the 11-acre “beer farm” at the corner of Stewart Road and Highway 101 is broadening its horizons while determined to stay true to its roots.
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Coquitlam Express crowned by Kings in overtime

Coquitlam Express crowned by Kings in overtime

Coquitlam fought back to tie the game 2-2 with 2:24 left in regulation time
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B.C. man makes 'Canadian history' with 21 impaired driving convictions

B.C. man makes 'Canadian history' with 21 impaired driving convictions

Police believe his 'record' of impaired driving offences is the most anyone in Canada has ever had.
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Richmond taxi firm ordered to pay $400K to passenger ejected from wheelchair

Richmond taxi firm ordered to pay $400K to passenger ejected from wheelchair

The passenger sustained "significant" injuries when a Richmond Cabs driver braked behind a car trying to avoid hitting a raccoon.
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Who’s Your Doggy? How to help a dog feel safe

Who’s Your Doggy? How to help a dog feel safe

"It can be hard to think of a dog who is growling and barking as frightened, but that behaviour is an expression of her fear and discomfort and an attempt to make people go away."
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B.C. court blocks new law against public drug use, warning of 'irreparable harm'

B.C. court blocks new law against public drug use, warning of 'irreparable harm'

VANCOUVER — The British Columbia Supreme Court has blocked new provincial laws against public consumption of illegal substances, prompting concern from the government and a Metro Vancouver mayor who called the decision "pathetic.
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One more day of rain before sunny skies return to qathet region

One more day of rain before sunny skies return to qathet region

Weatherhood network provides information directly to the Peak's website
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B.C. double-stabbing accused remains in jail pending bail decision

B.C. double-stabbing accused remains in jail pending bail decision

Police suggest caution when meeting strangers for Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist transactions.
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