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PROWLS: Rescue of the week

PROWLS: Rescue of the week

Spotted towhee regains strength at Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society
Student Life: The debate over holiday homework

Student Life: The debate over holiday homework

The question as to whether or not homework should be given has been long debated.
Holiday Greetings: Powell River Chamber of Commerce president Cory Carr

Holiday Greetings: Powell River Chamber of Commerce president Cory Carr

This past year has seen another tremendous gain, marking a new high waterline for economic activity in Powell River and qathet Regional District. This success has been accompanied by strong membership growth at the Powell River Chamber of Commerce.
Holiday greetings: Powell River Board of Education chair Aaron Reid

Holiday greetings: Powell River Board of Education chair Aaron Reid

2018 has ushered in a number of new and exciting initiatives with the focus always being kept on improving student achievement.
Community brief: Powell River curlers throw stones for turkeys

Community brief: Powell River curlers throw stones for turkeys

TURKEY SHOOT: Powell River Senior League curlers recently celebrated their long-standing tradition of a “Turkey Shoot to the Button” competition, which included a surprise visit from Santa Claus.
Bernard The German chapter five: The cabin

Bernard The German chapter five: The cabin

The tragic tale of the giant of Desolation Sound
Holiday Greetings: Powell River-Sunshine Coast MLA Nicholas Simons

Holiday Greetings: Powell River-Sunshine Coast MLA Nicholas Simons

The busy fall Legislative Session has come to an end, and 86 MLAs have all returned to their constituencies.
Fire safety tips for the Christmas holiday season

Fire safety tips for the Christmas holiday season

Holiday fires cause injuries, death and thousands of dollars in property damage every year, and the Office of the Fire Commissioner and Emergency Management B.C. want to remind you how to stay safe.
Around Powell River: Community listings

Around Powell River: Community listings

Don’t miss this Month: Thursday, December 20 Orca Bus On the Road with Children’s Activities (ORCA) Bus provides early-childhood fun and learning at various locations throughout City of Powell River and qathet Regional District, including from 10:30
Community brief: North Island Princess celebrates birthday

Community brief: North Island Princess celebrates birthday

ALL ABOARD: BC Ferries hosted a birthday party on Sunday, December 16, for the 60-year-old North Island Princess , the ferry on the Texada-Powell River run.