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BC Ferries confirms priority loading works both ways for Coast residents

BC Ferries confirms priority loading works both ways for Coast residents

Sunshine Coast residents taking the Langdale-Horseshoe Bay route in either direction should be receiving priority boarding, says BC Ferries spokesperson Deborah Marshall.
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Police Patrol: Powell River crime report

Police Patrol: Powell River crime report

Powell River RCMP reported the following for June 4 to 10, 2020.
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FreshCo store set for opening in Powell River

FreshCo store set for opening in Powell River

Renovated facility has open concept design
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Cabins, mobiles affect real estate figures in Powell River

Cabins, mobiles affect real estate figures in Powell River

May 2020 housing sales down from previous year
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VIDEO: New ferry to enter service on Powell River-Texada route

VIDEO: New ferry to enter service on Powell River-Texada route

Island Discovery will take over from North Island Princess on June 10
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Two-thirds of Canadians intend to get COVID-19 vaccine, about half wearing masks in public: survey

Two-thirds of Canadians intend to get COVID-19 vaccine, about half wearing masks in public: survey

Over two-thirds of Canadians intend to get vaccinated and many are choosing to wear masks as the economy slowly reopens, according to the latest poll from Leger.
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Appreciation to blood donors during National Blood Donor Week

Appreciation to blood donors during National Blood Donor Week

This week is National Blood Donor Week, a time when blood donors are celebrated and recognized for their generosity to patients across Canada. It is celebrated every year from June 8 to 14 with the last day coinciding with World Blood Donor Day.
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City of Powell River Council updates bylaws pertaining to poultry

City of Powell River Council updates bylaws pertaining to poultry

Up to six chickens allowed; enforcement strengthened
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Powell River City Council updates street vending bylaw

Powell River City Council updates street vending bylaw

Amendment expands territory in which vendors can operate
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Face masks to become mandatory when boarding Powell River ferries

Face masks to become mandatory when boarding Powell River ferries

Travellers must wear face coverings on routes longer than 30 minutes starting June 15, says BC Ferries
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