In the Community

Ceremony recognizes Canada’s most decorated war hero

Do the fall leaves have you anticipating the first frost and loss of your garden greens? Fear not, there may be a fall project (or two) that will extend your growing season throughout much of the fall, and even into the winter.

Powell River homeowner shares process of creating and enhancing the layout and look of her home

Congratulations to Kaylyn Gleave, who was recently named the Peak’s Carrier of the Month for September. Kaylyn has been a Peak carrier since 2016.

When it comes to our vegetable garden, not much thought is put into water conservation. The reality, however, is that vegetable gardens use a lot of water. And with our recent hot, hot summers, water conservation should be a consideration.

Don't miss this month: Thursday, September 27 Introduction to rugby An introduction to rugby is held every Thursday night at Cranberry Field on Manson Avenue; start time is 5:30 pm, rain or shine.

Extensive renovations give Alberni Street yard a new lease of life

By now you may be well on your way to composting most of your kitchen scraps and yard waste. And why not? This simple act can reduce our so-called garbage by 40 per cent overnight.

Powell River RCMP constable Pete Gaiger [centre with bike raised] led fellow 2018 Cops for Cancer Tour De Coast participants into town on Friday, September 21, on day three of the annual nine-day event that raises awareness and funds for cancer resea

Members of The Rotary Club of Powell River recently turned out for a regular Adopt a Highway cleanup from the Alberni Street/Marine Avenue intersection to Brooks Secondary School in Townsite.