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Schedule changes for Powell River-Sechelt Peninsula ferry

Schedule changes for Powell River-Sechelt Peninsula ferry

Adjustments for Earls Cove-Saltery Bay route made for connectivity
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B.C. expands sexual assault survivor services with $10M emergency program

B.C. expands sexual assault survivor services with $10M emergency program

The B.C. government is dedicating $10 million to improve services for sexual assault survivors, a move advocates say could help women experiencing gender-based violence during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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COVID-19 affects City of Powell River finances

COVID-19 affects City of Powell River finances

Councillors receive report on effects of pandemic
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Tip leads Powell River police to suspect

Tip leads Powell River police to suspect

RCMP arrest local man; firearms charges laid
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North Island-Powell River MP pleased with sick leave initiative

North Island-Powell River MP pleased with sick leave initiative

Federal government discussing the matter with provinces
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Premiers come out in support of a federal paid sick leave program

Premiers come out in support of a federal paid sick leave program

Three premiers have endorsed a national sick leave program proposed this week by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as "crucial for the safe restart of our economy." B.C.
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Powell River sustainability planner introduces on-demand bus service concept

Powell River sustainability planner introduces on-demand bus service concept

City researches involvement in pilot project
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Busy signals and crashed websites greet stir crazy B.C. campers

Busy signals and crashed websites greet stir crazy B.C. campers

After being stuck indoors while taunted by gorgeous weather and pristine mountain and water views, it is no surprise that British Columbians are eager to plan the camping trip they have been dreaming about and reserve their campsite.
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Powell River city council to continue weekly meetings

Powell River city council to continue weekly meetings

Councillors express concern about public’s ability to ask questions
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B.C. Ministry of Education offers free coding workshops for kids

B.C. Ministry of Education offers free coding workshops for kids

The B.C. Ministry of Education is partnering with Canada Learning Code to offer live workshops for students to learn how to code starting Monday.
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