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Let’s Talk Trash: Cabin fever to cabin clearing

Let’s Talk Trash: Cabin fever to cabin clearing

Does this time of social limitation and constricted movement around the globe have you reevaluating some parts of your life? Fewer distractions means more naval gazing, and you might just have noticed some belly lint.
Powell River firefighter captain receives honorary send-off

Powell River firefighter captain receives honorary send-off

SOUNDING SIRENS: Powell River firefighter captain Bill Grantham retired in the midst of COVID-19 and was not given an in-person send-off, so a surprise drive-by was organized by his former colleagues.
Kicking the Clutter: How to stay motivated when working from home

Kicking the Clutter: How to stay motivated when working from home

Working from home is even more challenging during COVID-19, with extra stress and concern about the future. Don’t be too hard on yourself right now; we’re all doing our best under these peculiar circumstances.
PROWLS: Rescue of the week

PROWLS: Rescue of the week

White-crowned sparrow nestlings receive treatment at Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society
Two retired firefighters help control exterior fire in Powell River

Two retired firefighters help control exterior fire in Powell River

Wildwood blaze extinguished with help from experienced residents
More than $35,000 being distributed to community projects in Powell River

More than $35,000 being distributed to community projects in Powell River

Powell River Community Response Fund allocates awards
Centenarian in Powell River says casting a ballot is an honour

Centenarian in Powell River says casting a ballot is an honour

100 years young and still voting
Kindness project underway in Powell River

Kindness project underway in Powell River

Everybody Deserves a Smile campaign seeks donations
Volunteers being sought for Christmas kettle drive in Powell River

Volunteers being sought for Christmas kettle drive in Powell River

Salvation Army Powell River is seeking volunteers for its annual Christmas kettle drive.
Food bank endures difficult year in Powell River

Food bank endures difficult year in Powell River

COVID-19 adds to fundraising struggles