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Let's Talk Trash: Green burial

Let's Talk Trash: Green burial

As the population on Earth grows, so does the one right below its surface; 60 million of us are shuffling off this mortal coil every year.

Heart of the Matter: Meeting yourself where you are

I'm currently recovering from two surgical procedures that really have me thinking about where my body, mind and, more specifically, sexuality are at in this moment, and where they have been in the past.
Exchange students share cultural experiences

Exchange students share cultural experiences

German visitors and Brooks Secondary School participants develop lifelong friendships
Brooks Secondary School lunch program supports students

Brooks Secondary School lunch program supports students

Tla’amin Nation and School District 47 aim to improve student participation and attendance rates
Tla’amin Nation youth carve out cultural lessons

Tla’amin Nation youth carve out cultural lessons

Reconciliation canoe project marks important milestone toward completion
Awards highlight home and garden improvements

Awards highlight home and garden improvements

Townsite Heritage Society of Powell River recognizes homeowners for restoration and gardening efforts

Around Town: Community Listings

Don't miss this week: Saturday, October 28 Owww! Traveling with Chronic Pain book launch Join Powell River Peak cartoonist Wendy Brown for the launch of her new book, Owww! Traveling with Chronic Pain .
Let's Talk Trash: Recycling for zombies

Let's Talk Trash: Recycling for zombies

If you have ever been overwhelmed at the thought of sorting through a hauntingly messy pile of recycling, brain scientists would not be the least bit surprised. Signs, advertisements and social media flood our senses and ask us to pay attention.

Student Life: Conforming and social status

Teens and adults are susceptible to the pressure to conform. The way we dress, the way we talk and who our friends are go along with social status.
Chief librarian resigns

Chief librarian resigns

Library board hires fourth-generation librarian to replace retiring Terry Noreault