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Students from Powell River put writing skills to use

Youth initiative helps local businesses and supports charities

Jun 4, 2020 7:00 AM Read more >

Horgan defends minimum wage hike he knows is 'challenge' for business

B.C.'s minimum wage rose 5.4% for most job categories on June 1

Jun 3, 2020 3:29 PM Read more >

City of Powell River explores patios and parklets for restaurants

Staff members consider ways to allow for more public dining

Jun 1, 2020 6:00 AM Read more >

Ride hailing firm OK’d for Powell River area

The Sunshine Coast will soon have a second ride-hailing firm on the road.

May 30, 2020 6:00 AM Read more >

April real estate sales in Powell River drop 75 per cent

Total 2020 sales valued at $3,354,800, compared to $12,289,927 in 2019

May 28, 2020 7:00 AM Read more >

City of Powell River Council considers assistance for hospitality businesses

Councillors request report from staff

May 22, 2020 4:42 PM Read more >

Powell River restaurants seek help from council

Restaurateur wants patio parklets for local eateries

May 22, 2020 3:28 PM Read more >

'Day of Action' pushing for universal sick leave in B.C.

The BC Employment Standards Coalition in collaboration with the Retail Action Network has launched an online petition and Day of Action on Thursday, May 21, calling on the BC NDP government to legislate under the Employment Standards Act universal pa

May 20, 2020 10:58 AM Read more >

City of Powell River looks at bottling of water request

Letter writer wants ban on all bottling

May 19, 2020 5:04 PM Read more >

WorkSafeBC announces safety guidelines for business reopening this week

WorkSafeBC has announced industry-specific resources and guidelines for businesses re-opening during phase two of B.C.’s Restart Plan.

May 18, 2020 7:11 AM Read more >