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Study reveals anglers, conservationists share surprising common ground in orca-chinook fight

Study reveals anglers, conservationists share surprising common ground in orca-chinook fight

Amid debate over protecting chinook salmon for southern resident killer whales, a study found anglers and conservationists share key values, which could resolve the conflict.
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Editorial: Precious precipitation

Editorial: Precious precipitation

Rainfall earlier this week provided more than just a refreshing change in the weather—it was a blessing
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Mario Canseco: Support for abortion rights reaches highest level since 2013, survey finds

Mario Canseco: Support for abortion rights reaches highest level since 2013, survey finds

Only eight per cent of Canadians want abortion banned entirely, while 62 per cent see no point in reopening the debate, according to a new Research Co. poll
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Well-known orca dies in Johnstone Strait surrounded by family, dolphins

Well-known orca dies in Johnstone Strait surrounded by family, dolphins

There was no immediate word on what caused the death of the killer whale known as I76, but threats to the species include lack of prey, toxin accumulations and vessel impacts.
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10 ways to save on back-to-school shopping

10 ways to save on back-to-school shopping

With August marking the final stretch of summer, many parents are turning their attention—and their wallets—to back-to-school shopping.
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Transit issues raised at Powell River City Hall

Transit issues raised at Powell River City Hall

Councillors hear presentation regarding improved transit, including a connection to Vancouver
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Opinion: Child eyewitnesses can be unreliable, but new techniques can support them

Opinion: Child eyewitnesses can be unreliable, but new techniques can support them

A new technique helps investigators working with child eyewitnesses confirm the identity of suspects.
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Savary online survey extended

Savary online survey extended

Community plan update is in phase three
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As Air Canada strike ends, Ottawa accused of anti-union bias

As Air Canada strike ends, Ottawa accused of anti-union bias

Labour groups are angry over frequent use of power to end walkouts.
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BC Highway Patrol impounds vehicle doing triple posted speed limit

BC Highway Patrol impounds vehicle doing triple posted speed limit

The driver claimed he was being chased by two other men.
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