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Here's how you can keep Grinch thugs from ruining the holidays

Here's how you can keep Grinch thugs from ruining the holidays

Crime Stoppers reminds you that anonymous information on any crime is gratefully accepted 24/7 during the holidays, and year-round. The program also has a list of tips to keep criminal Grinches from ruining your holidays.
Flashback: 50 years ago in Powell River

Flashback: 50 years ago in Powell River

The photo above and article below were originally published in the Powell River News on December 18, 1969 Malaspina Sea Cadets receive Nelson trophy Dwight Hall was the scene of the formal presentation Tuesday night of the Navy League of Canada Gener
Let's Talk Trash: The road to resource recovery

Let's Talk Trash: The road to resource recovery

One person’s trash is another person’s treasure. This accounts for why secondhand shops, consignment stores and restores like Habitat for Humanity are thriving. We all want a deal, and also to rid our basements and attics of clutter.
Two Powell River organizations receive community gaming grant money

Two Powell River organizations receive community gaming grant money

Curling club and inclusion Powell River to receive funds
PROWLS: Rescue of the week

PROWLS: Rescue of the week

Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society frees birds trapped by chimneys
The Cougar Lady Chronicles, chapter 15: The end

The Cougar Lady Chronicles, chapter 15: The end

The life and times of Nancy Crowther, Cougar Queen of Okeover Inlet
Powell River Board of Education briefs: Position appointments; #AllOnBoard Campaign

Powell River Board of Education briefs: Position appointments; #AllOnBoard Campaign

Position appointments During the Powell River Board of Education December 11 meeting, trustees nominated members to positions of chair, vice-chair, BC Public School Employers’ Association (BCPSEA) representative and BC School Trustees Association​ (B
Community brief: Powell River resident distributes Christmas wreaths

Community brief: Powell River resident distributes Christmas wreaths

CHRISTMAS TRADITION: Johnny McDowell [right] has been creating festive Christmas sprays from Powell River area trees for many years and delivering them to residents on his list like Don Carlson.
Volunteers provide for Powell River residents who are struggling

Volunteers provide for Powell River residents who are struggling

Cheer committee brings joy to families in need
Powell River Therapeutic Riding Association hosts open house

Powell River Therapeutic Riding Association hosts open house

Santa stops by for photo ops at annual fundraiser