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Traffic accident north of Powell River claims life

Traffic accident north of Powell River claims life

A single-vehicle traffic accident north of Powell River on Saturday, June 16, claimed the life of a 41-year-old male.
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Your Fortis BC bill isn't going up next month

Your Fortis BC bill isn't going up next month

Natural gas provider is not raising its rates in July
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Warning issued to outdoor workers about heat stress

Warning issued to outdoor workers about heat stress

With high temperatures forecast across the province this week, WorkSafeBC is alerting employers and outdoor workers of the risk of developing symptoms of heat stress this summer.
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Summer weather arrives early for Powell River residents

Summer weather arrives early for Powell River residents

Environment Canada issues weather statement about upcoming ridge of high pressure
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Disruption tarnishes graduation ceremony in Powell River

Disruption tarnishes graduation ceremony in Powell River

RCMP investigate incident at Brooks Secondary School year-end event
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Deal to preserve 'Heart of Savary' closes

Deal to preserve 'Heart of Savary' closes

One third of Savary Island, near Powell River, has been protected for generations to come. The Nature Trust of BC made the announcement on June 3.
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Quick Peak: Ferry rebates end

Quick Peak: Ferry rebates end

BC Ferries users will see an increase in fares later this month. The corporation is ending fuel rebates on fares as of Wednesday, June 27. The decision was made due to world fuel market conditions, according to a BC Ferries statement.
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Harder line eyed on car deck rules

Harder line eyed on car deck rules

BC Ferries
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B.C. government reaches tentative three-year deal with public service workers

B.C. government reaches tentative three-year deal with public service workers

The B.C. government has reached a tentative three-year deal on a new contract with 26,500 members of the public service. The agreement with the B.C. Government and Service Employees’ Union calls for general wage hikes in each year of the deal.
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City of Powell River fulfills funding requests totalling $22,083

City of Powell River fulfills funding requests totalling $22,083

Non-profit organizations receive annual grants-in-aid
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