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North Island-Powell River MP comments on House of Commons attendance

North Island-Powell River MP comments on House of Commons attendance

NDP members working hard for Canadians, says Rachel Blaney
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Powell River/Texada Island ferry to resume service

Powell River/Texada Island ferry to resume service

Island Discovery will sail at 3 pm from Blubber Bay Terminal
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Police Patrol: Powell River crime report

Police Patrol: Powell River crime report

Powell River RCMP reported the following for June 18 to 24, 2020.
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Powell River/Texada ferry staffing draws concern

Powell River/Texada ferry staffing draws concern

Island Discovery has two fewer crew than North Island Princess
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After complaints and delays, BC Ferries adds more sailings to Langdale schedule

After complaints and delays, BC Ferries adds more sailings to Langdale schedule

BC Ferries phasing out 50% passenger capacity limit, promises ‘more than enough capacity’ on summer sailings
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Navigator will help small-scale cannabis growers get licensed

Navigator will help small-scale cannabis growers get licensed

The B.C. government says a new Cannabis Production Regulatory Navigator will help more cannabis producers enter the province’s legal market.
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Pub in Powell River wants patio expansion

Pub in Powell River wants patio expansion

City council agrees with initiative for Wildwood Public House
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B.C. moves to eliminate annual licence plate decals

B.C. moves to eliminate annual licence plate decals

If passed, Bill 20 will offer “flexibility” to decals, extending them beyond their one-year expiry date or even making them non-expiring.
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Committee members weigh in on water issue in Powell River

Committee members weigh in on water issue in Powell River

Letter was sent from individuals, not committee, says councillor
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Canada among safest countries in the world from COVID-19: report

Canada among safest countries in the world from COVID-19: report

The global safety assessment report ranked Canada 12th overall, although in the area of healthcare system readiness, it sank to 37th
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