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Mars shines brighter in evening sky

Mars shines brighter in evening sky

Earth passes between sun and red planet during celestial event
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Salmonella concerns prompt food recall

Salmonella concerns prompt food recall

Food inspectors are warning against eating Pepperidge Farm goldfish crackers
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Two B.C. ministries push 10-year high in ombudsperson complaints: report

Two B.C. ministries push 10-year high in ombudsperson complaints: report

Two government ministries that provide services to British Columbia’s most vulnerable residents were responsible for a 10-year peak in complaints to the provincial advocate, says a report released Monday.
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Powell River and Texada Island RCMP investigate drowning at Diversity Festival

Powell River and Texada Island RCMP investigate drowning at Diversity Festival

Prince Rupert woman dies at annual event
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City of Powell River and Tla’amin Nation reaffirm relations

City of Powell River and Tla’amin Nation reaffirm relations

Community Accord strengthens bond between communities
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Access to early childhood education training improved

Access to early childhood education training improved

More students around the province will soon have access to online training opportunities to become early childhood educators, thanks to an expansion of the program offered through the faculty of education at the University of British Columbia.
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Want to get out of town this summer? BC Parks adds 430 new campsites

Want to get out of town this summer? BC Parks adds 430 new campsites

Last year, outdoor enthusiasts had to vie for the 10,700 campsites managed by BC Parks. This summer, there are 431 more spots where they can pitch their tents.
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Volunteers clean up City of Powell River properties

Volunteers clean up City of Powell River properties

Residents take action to spruce up ‘unsightly’ and ‘embarrassing’ conditions
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Search and rescue incidents trend upward in Powell River

Search and rescue incidents trend upward in Powell River

Increasing tourism to area places more demand on backcountry emergency response and resources
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City of Powell River installs binoculars at popular viewing spots

City of Powell River installs binoculars at popular viewing spots

Viewfinders and interpretive signage encourage marine education Visitors to local viewpoints can now take a closer look at whales, seals and other marine mammals swimming by through binoculars at four popular spots in the region.
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