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'An odds game': Global study pinpoints whale-ship collision hot spots

'An odds game': Global study pinpoints whale-ship collision hot spots

In B.C., a previously unidentified hot spot for whale-ship collisions was found off the coast of Vancouver Island.
Fall storm approaches the qathet region coast

Fall storm approaches the qathet region coast

Potential ferry cancellations for Friday evening sailings
No confirmation yet of reported whale strike by BC Ferries

No confirmation yet of reported whale strike by BC Ferries

A BC Ferries passenger on board the Queen of Alberni Nov. 2, reported that the ship hit a whale, but that’s yet to be confirmed.
Powell River Therapeutic Riding seeks funding reallocation

Powell River Therapeutic Riding seeks funding reallocation

Association approaches city council regarding desire to shift expenditures of community forest grant
Powell River Community Foundation reveals grant recipients

Powell River Community Foundation reveals grant recipients

$175,000 distributed to four local organizations through BC community prosperity fund
qathet resident new to strength training excited by outcomes

qathet resident new to strength training excited by outcomes

Working with weights can mitigate many ailments that may develop later in life
City of Powell River councillors ask staff for pickleball report

City of Powell River councillors ask staff for pickleball report

Racquet sport group makes pitch for leasing land at recreation complex for indoor facility
Updated: Sailings to and from Westview Terminal resume

Updated: Sailings to and from Westview Terminal resume

High winds caused cancellations of round-trips between Powell River, Comox and Texada on November 20
Living wage increases for Powell River

Living wage increases for Powell River

Report indicates that $26.49 per hour is what is required to cover costs of essentials for city residents
Vancouver Coastal Health issues drug alert for Powell River

Vancouver Coastal Health issues drug alert for Powell River

Red chunk, red flake and pink chunk sold as down tested positive for fentanyl and desalkylgidazepam, causing overdose and prolonged sedation.