In the Community

You have just indulged in a wholesome, home-cooked meal with loved ones and the abundance was so great you cannot possibly eat another bite. Your reflex is to reach for the plastic wrap to preserve the leftovers for another day.

Here is what is happening Around Town this week and beyond: Starts Saturday, July 22 Texada Island Sandcastle Weekend begins with a parade at 11 am Saturday just past Gillies Bay General Store, 5150 Gillies Bay Road, and wraps up at the RCMP detachme

Nation to send 60 participants on tribal journey to Campbell River area

Azrak and Dayekh families give thanks with community picnic

Long-awaited public space opens at Crossroads Village Shopping Centre

District aims to increase student numbers through short-term exchange programs

Rejection: one of those things many of us try to avoid at all costs.

Has the brilliant sunshine inspired you to bring out the blanket and picnic basket? The good news is we can celebrate a summer meal outside without making a bear-sized mess. As usual, zero waste starts with planning.

Here is what is happening Around Town this week and beyond: Starts Friday, July 14 Powell River Logger Sports takes place at Loggers Memorial Bowl at Willingdon Beach starting at 2 pm on Friday and 10 am on Saturday and Sunday.

Donors gather for inaugural meeting of fundraising initiative