Highlights

Let’s Talk Trash: Compostable plastics, the fairytale

As always, the most effective way to respect the earth is to tread lightly

Sep 21, 2023 6:45 AM Read more >

Korean tradition of parental support recognized in B.C. court ruling

The Korean practice of hyodo or filial piety generally compels children to provide economic and other support to their parents.

Sep 21, 2023 6:00 AM Read more >

Good morning, Peak readers

Photo feature of the day, today in history, the weather forecast and local gas prices

Sep 21, 2023 5:45 AM Read more >

Why these B.C. companies are at the forefront of therapeutics

Local scientists and life sciences companies are helping to advance a significant evolution in drug development.

Sep 21, 2023 5:00 AM Read more >

UBCM delegates call for better rural, remote health-care services

Concerns include lack of access to emergency services, on-demand mental health and addictions facilities, physicians, paramedics, and other health professionals.

Sep 20, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Rotary Club of Powell River awarded Timberlane building lease

Organization to take over the former scout hall

Sep 20, 2023 6:45 PM Read more >

UBCM supports variable residential tax rates

The UBCM wants the province to amend the B.C. Assessment Act and the Community Charter to allow the residential tax class to be split in two.

Sep 20, 2023 6:00 PM Read more >

Strategic plan adoption delayed by City of Powell River Council

Councillors vote to take document to next committee of the whole meeting

Sep 20, 2023 5:15 PM Read more >

UBCM pushes for more police training, funding amid officer shortages

While RCMP train in Regina, the Justice Institute of British Columbia is the only academy available for B.C police forces.

Sep 20, 2023 4:00 PM Read more >

Police Patrol: Powell River RCMP report

Officers responded to 134 calls for service from September 13 to 19

Sep 20, 2023 3:35 PM Read more >