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Let's Talk Trash: Plastic water bottles

Let's Talk Trash: Plastic water bottles

As hard as it may be to believe, there was a time in the not-too-distant past when drinking water only came from a tap or local stream.
Newcomers Social showcases area and its people

Newcomers Social showcases area and its people

Individuals interested in learning about community encouraged to attend welcoming event
Individuals living with multiple sclerosis share stories

Individuals living with multiple sclerosis share stories

Financial burden affects many fighting the chronic disease
Gathering covers first nations media

Gathering covers first nations media

Tla’amin Nation women attend regional event focused on future of broadcasting

Heart of the Matter: Living a passionate life

In my last column, I wrote about romance and what it’s all about. Now, romance is lovely and many people connect strongly with it, but it is important to understand that romance is not the only way to find excitement in your relationship.

Around Town: Community Listings

Here is what is happening Around Town this week and beyond: Saturday, May 6 Kiwanis Club of Powell River hosts a giant sale of books from 10 am-1 pm at 4943 Kiwanis Avenue.
Let's Talk Trash: Invasive weeds

Let's Talk Trash: Invasive weeds

Spring has announced itself in the songs of birds and thriving patches of kale in gardens.
Powell River Hospice Society plans facility

Powell River Hospice Society plans facility

Organization begins fundraising process for hospice and palliative care
Syrian refugees adapt to new life

Syrian refugees adapt to new life

Families strive for self-sufficiency as one-year mark approaches
Let's Talk Trash: Upcycled fashion

Let's Talk Trash: Upcycled fashion

Do you have rips in your jeans, stains on your favourite t-shirt or more dated neckties than you know what to do with? Some would see this as an appropriate time to donate these items to a local thrift store, cut them up to reuse as rags, or even ret