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RCMP say body of missing kayaker found near Powell River

RCMP say body of missing kayaker found near Powell River

Sunshine Coast RCMP say the search for a missing Sunshine Coast man has ended with the discovery of a body near Powell River on the weekend. Jesse Farrand was last seen taking his kayak into the water at the bottom of Roberts Creek Road on Aug. 19.
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B.C. waives tuition for youth from foster care but could do better, says advocate

B.C. waives tuition for youth from foster care but could do better, says advocate

Province could look to Florida or Connecticut for ideas on how to help former kids in care
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Canada-wide chicken recall after possible listeria contamination

Canada-wide chicken recall after possible listeria contamination

Two popular chicken products are being recalled from the marketplace Canada-wide due to a possible listeria contamination. The food recall warning was issued on Aug.
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Global warming causing Pacific salmon decline: DFO

Global warming causing Pacific salmon decline: DFO

State of Canadian Pacific Salmon report comes in midst of disastrous year for Fraser River sockeye
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‘Procedural error’ led to Queen of Surrey crash

‘Procedural error’ led to Queen of Surrey crash

BC Ferries
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Teachers, gov't in mediated contract talks

Teachers, gov't in mediated contract talks

B.C.'s teachers' union and the province began mediated talks for a new contract on Wednesday, but parents won't have to worry about any disruption to the start of the school year even if negotiations fail.
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Province looks to keep people out of long-term care for longer

Province looks to keep people out of long-term care for longer

People in assisted-living residences will soon have more options to stay longer and access more services to avoid being prematurely moved into long-term care, says B.C.’s health minister.
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Police Patrol: Powell River crime report

Police Patrol: Powell River crime report

Powell River RCMP reported the following for August 15 to 21, 2019.
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Parking meters replace five aging machines in Powell River

Parking meters replace five aging machines in Powell River

Only credit cards will be accepted by new units
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Powell River librarian asks for letters to government leaders to increase funds

Powell River librarian asks for letters to government leaders to increase funds

Provincial funding for libraries remains static
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