Local News

Survey: Employers under-rate danger of winter driving

Crashes, injury claims increase at this time of year; preparation, policies and training can help keep employees and contractors safe

Nov 21, 2024 6:15 PM Read more >

Is taking a B12 supplement necessary?

Ask an Expert: Karina Inkster

Nov 21, 2024 5:10 PM Read more >

Update: Peak delivery delayed due to power outages

Printing disrupted by adverse weather conditions on November 19 and 20

Nov 21, 2024 4:30 PM Read more >

'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.

Nov 21, 2024 4:00 PM Read more >

Fall storm approaches the qathet region coast

Potential ferry cancellations for Friday evening sailings

Nov 21, 2024 2:20 PM Read more >

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.

Nov 21, 2024 1:07 PM Read more >

Powell River Therapeutic Riding seeks funding reallocation

Association approaches city council regarding desire to shift expenditures of community forest grant

Nov 21, 2024 10:15 AM Read more >

Powell River Community Foundation reveals grant recipients

$175,000 distributed to four local organizations through BC community prosperity fund

Nov 20, 2024 9:15 PM Read more >

qathet resident new to strength training excited by outcomes

Working with weights can mitigate many ailments that may develop later in life

Nov 20, 2024 8:15 PM Read more >

City of Powell River councillors ask staff for pickleball report

Racquet sport group makes pitch for leasing land at recreation complex for indoor facility

Nov 20, 2024 7:15 PM Read more >