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Let’s Talk Trash: Eating in season

Let’s Talk Trash: Eating in season

As you drive through farm country these days, you will notice the fields are mostly bare. Only lingering hardy greens, cabbage, root vegetables and the last resilient raspberries remain.
Remembrance Day recognized in Powell River (PHOTOS AND VIDEO)

Remembrance Day recognized in Powell River (PHOTOS AND VIDEO)

A small gathering was held at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Powell River at 11 am on November 11 to recognize Remembrance Day. Residents were asked to stay away this year due to COVID-19 restrictions at public events.
Reflection: Remembering and honouring friends, family and veterans

Reflection: Remembering and honouring friends, family and veterans

The following is a collaboration of veterans and members of Royal Canadian Legion, who were asked to share their thoughts on Remembrance Day.
COVID-19 exposure identified at school in Powell River

COVID-19 exposure identified at school in Powell River

Henderson Elementary School is still operating and the situation is being monitored
Local MLA-elect shares grade school photo with U.S. vice president-elect

Local MLA-elect shares grade school photo with U.S. vice president-elect

Powell River-Sunshine Coast MLA-elect Nicholas Simons has been having a little fun on social media with his connection to U.S. vice president-elect Kamala Harris.
Social planning outlined at committee meeting in Powell River

Social planning outlined at committee meeting in Powell River

Regional social planner provides progress report
Powell River Legion organizes scaled down day of remembrance

Powell River Legion organizes scaled down day of remembrance

Ceremony at cenotaph by invitation only; public asked to keep surrounding streets clear
Powell River Community Forest provides grants

Powell River Community Forest provides grants

Nearly $1.7 million to be allocated to 10 organizations and two recreation complex initiatives
Fall COVID-19 surge means layering up

Fall COVID-19 surge means layering up

We are all tired of the pandemic. After more than nine months of stress and preoccupation, many of us are suffering from mental and emotional fatigue. COVID fatigue.
Powell River United Way declines push for amalgamation

Powell River United Way declines push for amalgamation

Organization decides to stay local and continue reaching out to community