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BC Ferries makes changes to Westview route

BC Ferries makes changes to Westview route

Corporation announces replacement vessel and schedule adjustments for Little River
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Councillors and mayor consider four more years

Councillors and mayor consider four more years

Three incumbents declare intentions to seek re-election in 2018
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Powell River Villa seeks soccer title

Powell River Villa seeks soccer title

Coach and players covet promotion to higher division
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Powell River Kings remain in slump

Powell River Kings remain in slump

Captain optimistic hockey team will break out in new year
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Quick Peak: BC Ferries sells vessel; Flu season reaches peak; Catalyst passes hulk hurdle

BC Ferries sells vessel Queen of Burnaby has been sold by BC Ferries through auction for $653,000 to an undisclosed buyer. Bidding closed on Thursday, January 4. Opening bids started at $5,000 and a total of 281 were received.
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City of Powell River closes in on wastewater decision

City of Powell River closes in on wastewater decision

Consultant recommends one of three options for new treatment facility
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Barge terminal demolition nears completion

Barge terminal demolition nears completion

Council awaits planning department to present site development options
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Quick Peak: Santé Veritas secures funding; Disposal program launches

Santé Veritas secures funding With a $16-million private placement of common shares on December 21, Santé Veritas Therapeutics intends to proceed with the funding of phase one and phase two-A of the company’s new Powell River facility, located at the
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Police investigate sexual assault

Powell River RCMP is investigating a sexual assault that occurred at approximately 6 am on Saturday, December 30.
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Regional board briefs: Approves winter roads plan; Approves infrastructure application

Approves winter roads plan At its regular meeting on December 19, Powell River Regional District board approved its snow removal and ice control policy.
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