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Vancouver Island University expands early childhood education program in Powell River

Vancouver Island University expands early childhood education program in Powell River

Educational opportunity to include enrolment of 25 students
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Police Patrol: Powell River crime report

Police Patrol: Powell River crime report

Powell River RCMP reported the following for May 2 to 8, 2019.
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Northbound cycling lane by Mitchell Brothers to be shut down

Northbound cycling lane by Mitchell Brothers to be shut down

City of Powell River Council also recommends lower speed limits in Cranberry commercial zone
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Greens energized by Manly win

Greens energized by Manly win

Monday night’s Nanaimo-Ladysmith federal byelection seems to be giving local Green supporters some momentum heading into the October general election. Paul Manly won the riding with a margin of around 5,000 votes in the preliminary count.
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City of Powell River announces tax rates for various property classes

City of Powell River announces tax rates for various property classes

Council will consider final adoption at special meeting
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Chief election officer releases final report on Powell River byelection

Chief election officer releases final report on Powell River byelection

Voter totals low in comparison to general election, but still a good turnout, says Chris Jackson
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City of Powell River will own waterfront development corporation properties

City of Powell River will own waterfront development corporation properties

Purchase involves $1.4 million loan to be paid in five years
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City of Powell River council passes remuneration bylaw

City of Powell River council passes remuneration bylaw

Stipendiary increases include tax adjustments, cost of living and narrowing the gap between mayor and councillors
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B.C. ministry warns drivers not to do dumb things around horses

B.C. ministry warns drivers not to do dumb things around horses

With warmer weather encouraging people to use all forms of transportation, drivers in rural areas are reminded to share the road with others - including horses and their riders.
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President's Choice sauces recalled due to possible glass fragments

President's Choice sauces recalled due to possible glass fragments

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says it is verifying that industry is removing recalled product from the marketplace...
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