In the Community

Nurse receives recognition following nomination by coworkers

Summer is barely upon us, but reports of bear activity are already rolling in from concerned residents. Cute and cuddly from a distance, bears are wild animals that can behave unpredictably, endanger people and pets and cause damage to property.

I have enjoyed writing these columns over the past few months and sharing my opinion, but since it is summer now, I have decided to take time off until the new school year begins; by then there will be plenty more topics to write about.

Here is what is happening Around Town this week and beyond: Friday, July 7 Join Ron Campbell’s Blues Busters for a showcase of blues classics and original songs. Doors open at 8:30 pm and admission is $10 at the door.

Retiring doctor leaves legacy of treatment and care

Annual procession all that remains of former three-day festival

Last month I wrote about romance and passion as two ways to enjoy showing up in a relationship.

Do you lie awake at night wondering if your countertops are covered in a boatload of harmful bacteria? Does the thought of what could be breeding in your dishcloth creep you out? If so, you might be tempted to douse your household with germ-killing c

Here is what is happening Around Town this week and beyond: Friday, June 30 Powell River Town Centre Mall will offer free cake to celebrate Canada 150 from 11 am-8 pm, or until all the cake is gone, at the mall, 7100 Alberni Street.

Long-running weekend community gathering highlights local artisans