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Porpoises put on show for travellers en route to Powell River (video)

Porpoises put on show for travellers en route to Powell River (video)

Porpoises put on a show for passengers on a BC Ferries sailing from Comox to Powell River on Monday, October 28. The marine mammals appeared off the starboard side of Salish Eagle during the late afternoon crossing. Contributed video
The Cougar Lady Chronicles, chapter nine: The proposal

The Cougar Lady Chronicles, chapter nine: The proposal

The life and times of Nancy Crowther, Cougar Queen of Okeover Inlet
Carbon monoxide poisonings and deaths are preventable, says Powell River Fire Rescue public educator

Carbon monoxide poisonings and deaths are preventable, says Powell River Fire Rescue public educator

Residents reminded to prevent buildup of potentially deadly gas
Powell River's Henderson Elementary School unveils cedar welcome pole

Powell River's Henderson Elementary School unveils cedar welcome pole

Carving serves as a greeting for all who attend or visit the school
Happy Halloween, Powell River

Happy Halloween, Powell River

Have fun, but be safe out there. Beware of ghosts, goblins, witches, the always dangerous princesses (they're scarier than they look), and, of course, the bears (for real).
Golf cart shed built with volunteer power in Powell River

Golf cart shed built with volunteer power in Powell River

Myrtle Point Golf Club members work hard to improve experience at golf course
FLASHBACK: 50 years ago in Powell River

FLASHBACK: 50 years ago in Powell River

The photo above and article below appeared on the cover of the Powell River News on October 30, 1969.
Let's Talk Trash: Low impact R and R

Let's Talk Trash: Low impact R and R

Ever notice how the best things in life are often free? An afternoon hiking trails alone, mushroom picking with a friend, a potluck dinner party that turns into a music jam, or an evening curled up with a book by the fire may be along the lines of yo
PROWLS: Rescue of the week

PROWLS: Rescue of the week

Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society feeds and cares for young Swainson’s thrush
Kicking the Clutter: Three tips for effective time management

Kicking the Clutter: Three tips for effective time management

It doesn’t matter if you’re Oprah, Steven Spielberg or Homer Simpson, we all have 24 hours in a day. How well we manage the hours we have is up to us. We often blame the lack of time for not being able to achieve the success we so desire.