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B.C. residents urged to stay safe and aware of wildfire risks over long weekend

The province is reminding the public to take precautions and be fire and emergency safe

May 18, 2019 7:30 AM Read more >

Global drug study ranks Canada #3 in the world for drunkenness

Canada is famous for many things – but is drunkenness one of them?

May 17, 2019 12:25 PM Read more >

North Island-Powell River MP proposes system to avoid suspension of benefits

Private member’s bill tabled by Rachel Blaney aims to help seniors in need

May 17, 2019 11:12 AM Read more >

Student develops tax estimator app for City of Powell River

Online tool will provide breakdown of where property taxes are allocated

May 17, 2019 8:00 AM Read more >

Delegations advocate for qathet Regional District to enact parkland acquisition strategy

Regional board approved plan in 2017

May 17, 2019 6:00 AM Read more >

Speeding drivers in B.C. tops list of long weekend worries: Survey

As drivers hit the road this Victoria Day long weekend, police will be conducting a province-wide enforcement blitz to target speeders as part of a month-long campaign.

May 16, 2019 4:09 PM Read more >

Increasing cost of fuel leads BC Ferries to add fuel surcharge

Extra charge will be 15 cents per adult and 45 cents per vehicle for inter-island routes, including Powell River

May 16, 2019 2:07 PM Read more >

City of Powell River receives audit for 2018

Accounting firm presents outline to councillors

May 16, 2019 6:00 AM Read more >

qathet Regional District faces additional costs with four bus shelters

BC Transit delivers and installs the facilities

May 16, 2019 12:10 AM Read more >

qathet Regional District rejects motion to allow volunteer firefighters to seek office

Restrictions could grow to include a number of volunteer groups, says Electoral Area B director Mark Gisborne

May 15, 2019 5:31 PM Read more >

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