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shíshálh Nation announces upcoming by-election

shíshálh Nation announces upcoming by-election

A nomination meeting is set for Oct. 4 and the ballots will be cast Nov. 18.
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Learn to live with wildfire smoke, British Columbians told

Learn to live with wildfire smoke, British Columbians told

Hotter temperatures, atmospheric rivers and their effects on health and communities are here to stay and must be planned for, UBCM conference hears.
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Viewpoint: Do we need politicians to tell us what to do?

Viewpoint: Do we need politicians to tell us what to do?

People try to do what they think is the right thing, mostly. They don’t need politicians or big companies telling them.
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Lot sizes in Wildwood challenged at City of Powell River meeting

Lot sizes in Wildwood challenged at City of Powell River meeting

Delegation appeals for larger properties if 19-acres is subdivided
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BC United unveils wildfire policy reforms, which involve incorporating local expertise

BC United unveils wildfire policy reforms, which involve incorporating local expertise

More frontline firefighting personnel, new fire suppression technology and an expanded a fleet of aircraft are part of the plan.
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Letter: Fire hall situation in Powell River is absurd

Letter: Fire hall situation in Powell River is absurd

"...this was an utmost priority that was tabled time and time again."
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Machine decision-making in B.C. government must be fair and transparent, conference hears

Machine decision-making in B.C. government must be fair and transparent, conference hears

BC Ombudsperson staff highlight fairness principles and fairness challenges to consider when developing artificial intelligence systems.
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Capturing the wild: Photographer's stunning encounter with grizzly sow and cubs

Capturing the wild: Photographer's stunning encounter with grizzly sow and cubs

Martin Davis, the man who captures both people and wildlife through his lens, shares the experience of an hour-long encounter with a grizzly sow and cubs in the Squamish-Lillooet region.
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City of Powell River staff want modular, mobile home distinction

City of Powell River staff want modular, mobile home distinction

Bylaw changes recommended in report presented to council by manager of planning services
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'Love robots' are moving into this B.C. seniors home

'Love robots' are moving into this B.C. seniors home

Kiwi and Mango will be spreading robotic love on the weekends.
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