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Green leadership contenders square off in local debate

Green leadership contenders square off in local debate

B.C. Green Party supporters had a chance to hear from the three contenders for the party’s leadership Aug. 21 during a Powell River-Sunshine Coast riding association online debate.
City of Powell River councillors consider building standard

City of Powell River councillors consider building standard

BC Energy Step Code regulations coming
North Island-Powell River MP wants WE funds reallocated

North Island-Powell River MP wants WE funds reallocated

Money for students could still be used, says Rachel Blaney
Use glitter to teach kids about COVID spread, say paramedics

Use glitter to teach kids about COVID spread, say paramedics

Ambulance paramedics are offering some tips to help kids and parents with COVID-19. As B.C.
Flu, COVID-19 circulating at the same time will be a ‘public health concern,’ says doctor

Flu, COVID-19 circulating at the same time will be a ‘public health concern,’ says doctor

Flu shot is ‘more important than ever’ amid COVID-19 pandemic
City of Powell River Council accepts finances reports

City of Powell River Council accepts finances reports

Finance committee chair says city had a clean audit
Powell River school district to welcome international students

Powell River school district to welcome international students

School District 47’s international education program will operate at a reduced level this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
School District 47 announces plans for Powell River area

School District 47 announces plans for Powell River area

COVID-19 necessitates changes
RCMP remind swimmers to stay safe on B.C. waters

RCMP remind swimmers to stay safe on B.C. waters

BC RCMP says it’s seen a rise in drownings in recent months, some of which may be due to people’s unfamiliarity with the province’s waters in backcountry areas.
SOFI report adopted by Powell River council

SOFI report adopted by Powell River council

City expenses outlined by acting manager of financial services