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Towing companies worry about future of EV transport after policy change from B.C. Ferries

Peninsula Towing owner Don Affleck said the policy will cause a “chain reaction” because there are no disposal locations for EVs or hybrid vehicles on Vancouver Island.

Jul 2, 2025 5:45 AM Read more >

International choral festival in qathet begins this evening

Singers from around the world will gather to perform and compete until Saturday, July 5

Jul 1, 2025 3:30 PM Read more >

Powell River mill property sales agreement reached

Domtar and Cranberry Business Park Ltd. come to terms over Catalyst Paper Tis’kwat mill site

Jul 1, 2025 11:30 AM Read more >

Scene Around: PRISMA on the Beach

Willingdon Beach was filled with music lovers, art/food vendors, community organizations, and happy volunteers at Saturday's event

Jul 1, 2025 7:30 AM Read more >

Cartoon: Flags up on Canada Day

How are you celebrating Canada's 158th birthday?

Jul 1, 2025 6:30 AM Read more >

In the middle of everywhere: Researchers uncover Lasqueti's Indigenous history

Archeologists from SFU have uncovered evidence that 800 to 2,200 people once lived on Lasqueti Island.

Jul 1, 2025 5:15 AM Read more >

Of a certain age: Writing about Canada Day in a time of reckoning

This Canada Day, wear that red-and-white and wave that flag -- or don't. That's the joy of freedom.

Jun 30, 2025 5:30 PM Read more >

Warm, dry weather today and Canada Day in qathet region

Tips for summer pet safety: Keeping cool in the heat

Jun 30, 2025 2:00 PM Read more >

Indigenous Survivors Day declared by City of Powell River mayor

Ron Woznow reads proclamation in council chambers

Jun 30, 2025 6:30 AM Read more >

Kicking the Clutter: Practical tips for a functional home

"The less stuff you have, the easier it will be to become and stay organized"

Jun 28, 2025 6:30 AM Read more >

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