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Former army corporal gets three years on sex-assault charges, then walks free

A former Canadian Army corporal who sexually violated an unconscious woman colleague and recorded video of the episode and recorded another woman colleague using the toilet was sentenced to three years in prison Thursday.

Oct 4, 2019 6:00 AM Read more >

North Island-Powell River federal election candidates divided over housing

Affordability remains a critical issue in riding

Oct 3, 2019 7:00 PM Read more >

Cyclists causing problems for school bus passengers in Powell River

Riders having close calls with students

Oct 3, 2019 1:20 PM Read more >

Powell River transit system an area of concern for seniors

Public consultation and assessment needed, says presenter

Oct 3, 2019 11:40 AM Read more >

Ferry delay scheduled for October 4 from Powell River to Comox

Salish Eagle will be test-fitted in dock at Blubber Bay

Oct 3, 2019 8:36 AM Read more >

Police Patrol: Powell River crime report

Powell River RCMP reported the following for September 26 to October 2, 2019.

Oct 2, 2019 11:26 AM Read more >

Suspect in violent robberies may be on Sunshine Coast

A suspect in two violent robberies on the Lower Mainland could on the Sunshine Coast, Metro Vancouver Transit Police said in a release Tuesday. An arrest warrant has been issued for 42-year-old Andrew Krizmanits, of no fixed address.

Oct 1, 2019 6:56 PM Read more >

Powell River traffic briefs: Road construction to cause delays

Vehicles travelling on Joyce Avenue between Complex Way and Manson Avenue in Powell River will share one lane due to road construction on Saturday, October 5, according to a media release from City of Powell River.

Oct 1, 2019 4:46 PM Read more >

Over half of Canadians live paycheque to paycheque, carry credit card debt

And almost 40 per cent have no retirement savings

Oct 1, 2019 10:17 AM Read more >

Commissioner approves 2.3% yearly fare-increase cap for B.C. Ferries

B.C. Ferries will be able to raise ferry fares by as much as 2.3 per cent annually starting next year after a final ruling by the Office of the B.C. Ferries Commissioner.

Sep 30, 2019 5:20 PM Read more >

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