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Police Patrol: Powell River crime report

Police Patrol: Powell River crime report

Powell River RCMP reported the following for August 29 to September 4, 2019.
Scientists identify new viruses in wild, farmed salmon in B.C.

Scientists identify new viruses in wild, farmed salmon in B.C.

One of three viruses identified was not known to have infected fish before
City of Powell River to look at parks and trails network

City of Powell River to look at parks and trails network

Hope is to develop a 15-year master plan, says director of parks, recreation and culture
French immersion enrolment sets record in Powell River

French immersion enrolment sets record in Powell River

Number of students in bilingual education programs jump
Parents asked to report child's immunization status

Parents asked to report child's immunization status

Ministry of health urging parents to update their child's vaccines and report the information to public health
BC Ferries announces Powell River to Comox sailing delay for September 5

BC Ferries announces Powell River to Comox sailing delay for September 5

Docking test of Salish Eagle will take place on Texada Island
Tla’amin Nation citizens to vote on Klahanie subdivision settlement

Tla’amin Nation citizens to vote on Klahanie subdivision settlement

Federal government offers $22.8 million in compensation
Car accident shuts down Marine Avenue in Powell River

Car accident shuts down Marine Avenue in Powell River

Single vehicle hits power pole and flips
Channel your inner Smokey the Bear and help prevent forest fires this weekend

Channel your inner Smokey the Bear and help prevent forest fires this weekend

Yes, B.C. has seen some rain this summer - but wildfire season is far from over. With warm weather in the forecast, there is still the potential for forest fuels and grasslands to dry out in many areas of the province.
Are you prepared for new ICBC insurance changes? Here's what you need to know

Are you prepared for new ICBC insurance changes? Here's what you need to know

Numerous changes come into effect Sept. 1