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North Island – Powell River MP reflects on session

North Island – Powell River MP reflects on session

Rachel Blaney kicks off summer pointing out accomplishments in parliament
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Police Patrol: Powell River RCMP report

Police Patrol: Powell River RCMP report

Officers responded to 159 calls for service from June 19 to June 26
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In memoriam: Bernadette (Bernie) Cossarin

In memoriam: Bernadette (Bernie) Cossarin

June 3, 1937 - June 21, 2024
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qathet School District jazz band impresses audience in Sechelt

qathet School District jazz band impresses audience in Sechelt

Student ensemble played on outdoor stage at a lower coast jazz festival in June
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City of Powell River council issues apartment approvals

City of Powell River council issues apartment approvals

Councillors voted unanimously for two permits for complex at Franklin and Alberta Avenues
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Powell River Airport update provided at city council meeting

Powell River Airport update provided at city council meeting

Transportation manager indicates paving project has been on time and on budget
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qathet School District principal Shannon Behan moves to new role

qathet School District principal Shannon Behan moves to new role

Westview Elementary School principal stepping into new position as president of Principals’ and Vice-Principals’ Association
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Two dead, three injured in tragic West Vancouver crash

Two dead, three injured in tragic West Vancouver crash

Traffic along Highway 1 has reopened, but the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal is heavily congested due to an earlier roadway closure
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North Island-Powell River MP commends 2024 grads on milestone

North Island-Powell River MP commends 2024 grads on milestone

“I hope you take what you’ve learned from the amazing people who supported you during your education and carry it forward.” ~ Rachel Blaney
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Updated: It's a boat? It's a plane? It's a new possible Squamish-based electric ferry

Updated: It's a boat? It's a plane? It's a new possible Squamish-based electric ferry

The District of Squamish says it is 'excited' about this possibility. 
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