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Powell River's Craig Regional Park disc golf course to double in size

Powell River's Craig Regional Park disc golf course to double in size

Expansion will go from nine to 18 holes
Carole James ordering B.C. ministries to cut spending

Carole James ordering B.C. ministries to cut spending

Finance Minister Carole James has ordered all government ministries to start cutting their discretionary spending, in an attempt to put aside contingency funds that can keep the budget balanced during a time of economic uncertainty.
qathet Regional District approves funding for innovation hub

qathet Regional District approves funding for innovation hub

Hub can provide working space for about 15 people
qathet Regional District board postpones decision on water study

qathet Regional District board postpones decision on water study

Director has concerns about taking options off the table
qathet Regional District briefs

qathet Regional District briefs

Approves application; Paving project; Dumping strategy; Annual conference
B.C. municipalities seek power to lower speed limits

B.C. municipalities seek power to lower speed limits

VANCOUVER — B.C. municipalities are asking the provincial government for the power to institute blanket speed limits in residential areas. A resolution making the request was endorsed on Wednesday by delegates at the Union of B.C.
qathet Regional District approves Myrtle Creek bridge construction

qathet Regional District approves Myrtle Creek bridge construction

Structure will be designed for cyclists and pedestrians
Powell River Regional Hospital Board authorizes budget amendment for cleanup

Powell River Regional Hospital Board authorizes budget amendment for cleanup

Property along Joyce Avenue has been home for illegal camping
City will study thermal energy usage at Powell River Recreation Complex

City will study thermal energy usage at Powell River Recreation Complex

Utility costs at facility amount to more than $300,000 per year
City of Powell River council chambers to move downstairs

City of Powell River council chambers to move downstairs

Facility will have greatly improved accessibility over current location