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Murdered and missing Indigenous women will be remembered in qathet region walk and vigil

Murdered and missing Indigenous women will be remembered in qathet region walk and vigil

Organizers plan memorial march for February 14
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Powell River Festival of the Performing Arts set for in-person return

Powell River Festival of the Performing Arts set for in-person return

Event was held virtually in 2021
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Lottery winner from the qathet region deciding on use for funds

Lottery winner from the qathet region deciding on use for funds

Windfall will contribute to a new boat or an upgraded kitchen
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Let’s Talk Trash: 10 cent container deposits for milk and milk alternatives

Let’s Talk Trash: 10 cent container deposits for milk and milk alternatives

Deposits will be charged as of the beginning of this month, and can be redeemed immediately after, as long as the best before date is February 1 or later
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Peak Carrier of the Month: The Ristau family

Peak Carrier of the Month: The Ristau family

Thank you for the great job you do!
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Powell River Public Library faced challenges from pandemic and flood in 2021

Powell River Public Library faced challenges from pandemic and flood in 2021

Past year presented difficulties, says chief librarian
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Powell River Villa player profile: Griffin Leach

Powell River Villa player profile: Griffin Leach

Midfielder has played two seasons with the Vancouver Island Soccer League club
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Skateboarders seek covered space in qathet region

Skateboarders seek covered space in qathet region

“We would love to see an all-year facility – a covered area – it doesn’t have to be elaborate." ~ Skateboarding advocate Tim Ladner
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Two qathet region organizations receive gaming funds

Two qathet region organizations receive gaming funds

Community grants go to animal rescue and safety initiatives
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Powell River RCMP report rise in mental health calls

Powell River RCMP report rise in mental health calls

Responses in 2021 represent a 25 per cent increase over 2020
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