Highlights

Metro Vancouver 'ghost gear' operation nets hundreds of illegal traps

Authorities say 59 per cent of the traps were sealed shut, trapping sea creatures inside.

Jan 31, 2024 5:30 PM Read more >

Lunar earthquakes are shrinking the moon, finds B.C. scientist

The recent study found earthquakes and landslides could make the moon's south pole a treacherous place for upcoming human missions to the lunar surface.

Jan 31, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Powell River City Council deliberates cuts at special meeting

93 line items discussed for potential initiatives for tax reduction

Jan 31, 2024 4:33 PM Read more >

Union calls for mandatory safety certification after pair of B.C. crane incidents

The push comes after recent crane incidents in Surrey and Burnaby.

Jan 31, 2024 3:45 PM Read more >

'Rainfall warning' vs 'weather alert': Demystifying Environment Canada's advisories

Answers from warning preparedness meteorologist with Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Jan 31, 2024 11:50 AM Read more >

qathet region fire department receives training grant

Live fire props will be installed at Northside Volunteer Fire Department facility

Jan 31, 2024 10:50 AM Read more >

B.C. freedom of information requests declined after fee imposed

In 5,100 cases, the provincial government exceeded the time allowed to respond to a request without any legal authority to do so, a new report has found.

Jan 31, 2024 10:19 AM Read more >

Lower Sunshine Coast locals eye MLA’s seat in 2024 election

The lower Sunshine Coast's Chris Moore has been declared as the Powell River-Sunshine Coast BC United party candidate.

Jan 31, 2024 10:12 AM Read more >

Success in B.C. battle for centre-right vote may be defined by age, says polling

The BC Conservatives are polling significantly better among B.C. voters aged 18-34.

Jan 31, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

PHOTOS: Powell River Minor Hockey team medals at home tournament

U11C Kings earn silver medal as host club

Jan 31, 2024 8:40 AM Read more >