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Powell River Peak Carrier of the Month: Kaylyn Gleave

Powell River Peak Carrier of the Month: Kaylyn Gleave

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.
Why I don’t water my vegetable garden anymore

Why I don’t water my vegetable garden anymore

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.
Around Powell River: Community listings

Around Powell River: Community listings

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.
Powell River couple begins new life with outdoor projects

Powell River couple begins new life with outdoor projects

Extensive renovations give Alberni Street yard a new lease of life
Let's Talk Trash: Throw in the (paper) towel

Let's Talk Trash: Throw in the (paper) towel

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.
Cops visit Powell River to raise funds for cancer research

Cops visit Powell River to raise funds for cancer research

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
Community brief: Powell River Rotarians clean up street

Community brief: Powell River Rotarians clean up street

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.
Don't forget to dress up the path to your precious garden

Don't forget to dress up the path to your precious garden

When it comes to garden design, we would never lead you “down the garden path”. At least, not in the sense of going astray. However, we often ignore the very paths that lead us through our garden. That is, until all else is planted.
Powell River group constructs backcountry cabin

Powell River group constructs backcountry cabin

Enthusiastic volunteers design and build Sentinel Ridge structure
Heart of the Matter: Five ways to maintain sexual health

Heart of the Matter: Five ways to maintain sexual health

Recently on my Facebook page , I shared an article about all the fabulous things vaginas are capable of.