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Photo feature of the day, today in history, the weather forecast and local gas prices
September_2_Carl Hanson_Penticton street after QRCA ride

Happy Friday!

Carl Hanson snapped today’s featured image at the top of Penticton Street after a qathet Regional Cycling Association Monday night Maze Men group ride.

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On this day:
In 1666, 80 per cent of London, England, was destroyed by fire.

In 1945, World War II came to an end with the formal surrender by Japan.

In 1969, the internet was born at the University of California when data was passed through a cable between two computers.

Today’s weather:
Friday, September 2, is expected to be sunny with a high of 29 degrees Celsius during the day, dropping to a low of 15 degrees in the evening. For the full 12-hour and seven-day qathet region weather forecast, go to our weather page.

In case you missed it…
City of Powell River councillors will consider installing flashing beacon crosswalks in two locations.

Meanwhile…
Powell River Kings have bolstered their coaching staff with the hiring of new assistant Harry Mahesh.

Low on gas?
Here are the latest prices at local stations.