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Tentative deal reached in eight-month forestry labour dispute

Tentative deal reached in eight-month forestry labour dispute

Relief over a tentative agreement reached in the longest strike in coastal forest history was tempered in some circles Monday with the realization the industry is still facing problems. Challenging markets for B.C.
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City of Powell River councillors supportive of new affordable housing rental development

City of Powell River councillors supportive of new affordable housing rental development

Developers seek variance permit for onsite parking spaces
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Quad accident north of Powell River results in three injuries

Quad accident north of Powell River results in three injuries

Incident occurred in the Gibsons Beach area
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‘Game changer’ headbands could help diagnose dementia

‘Game changer’ headbands could help diagnose dementia

Technology using brainwave-measuring headbands that could help doctors diagnose dementia in its early stages is being developed by a University of Victoria neuroscientist.
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Bill aims to ease return of renters’ deposit money

Bill aims to ease return of renters’ deposit money

Renters whose landlords refuse to return damage deposits without a reason will soon have an easier process to get their money back, but some renters say it won’t help.
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Arrests in northern BC prompt protests in two Powell River locations

Arrests in northern BC prompt protests in two Powell River locations

Spokesperson says she is disgusted with what is going on
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Powell River resident calls for city to develop money laundering policy

Powell River resident calls for city to develop money laundering policy

Staff will respond with a letter to the individual
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Townsite Ratepayers Association has plans and long-term goals

Townsite Ratepayers Association has plans and long-term goals

City of Powell River committee of the whole receives update on group’s activities
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ICBC premiums to drop by about 20 per cent with new legislation

ICBC premiums to drop by about 20 per cent with new legislation

The plan will remove $1.5 billion in costs from ICBC operations, described by the province as a 'significant overhaul'
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North harbour boat launch in Powell River faces temporary closure

North harbour boat launch in Powell River faces temporary closure

Construction will be undertaken over the weekend
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