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New UNBC-led research shows significant decline of glaciers in western North America

New UNBC-led research shows significant decline of glaciers in western North America

A more southerly jet stream is behind an ongoing decline in the size of glaciers throughout western North America, a team of scientists led by a University of Northern British Columbia professor has concluded.
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Rare celestial event will be visible to Powell River residents Sunday, January 20

Rare celestial event will be visible to Powell River residents Sunday, January 20

Lunar eclipse and supermoon coincide
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Sea lions captivate Powell River residents

Sea lions captivate Powell River residents

Hundreds of male California sea lions camp out at Second Beach
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Horgan calls for unity to protect dwindling wild salmon stocks

Horgan calls for unity to protect dwindling wild salmon stocks

Government draws detractors, supporters in overflow crowd at forum in Colwood
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Storms cancelled 330 B.C. Ferries sailings in December

Storms cancelled 330 B.C. Ferries sailings in December

Heavy wind and rain caused the cancellation of 330 B.C. Ferries sailings last month, nearly four times the average. B.C. Ferries spokeswoman Deborah Marshall said bad weather on average causes the cancellation of 87 sailings during December.
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No pollution risks from barge incident near Powell River shores

No pollution risks from barge incident near Powell River shores

Tug and barge require repair off Westview
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City of Powell River considers limiting short-term rentals

City of Powell River considers limiting short-term rentals

Council seeks information on number of licences available under new bylaw
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Canadians warned to avoid ‘non-essential travel’ to parts of Mexico

Canadians warned to avoid ‘non-essential travel’ to parts of Mexico

The travel advisory warns people to exercise a high degree of caution in Mexico as a result of high levels of criminal activity
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NEB wants marine protection program from Trans Mountain pipeline builder

NEB wants marine protection program from Trans Mountain pipeline builder

The National Energy Board would require the creation of a marine mammal protection program for the Trans Mountain pipeline in a series of draft conditions it has laid out before it considers the project.
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City of Powell River delays purchase of fire truck

City of Powell River delays purchase of fire truck

Mayor questions timing of order, suggests waiting until 2021
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