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Lack of precipitation responsible for drop, not ongoing work, says owner

City reviews short-term rentals As rental housing becomes harder to find and more expensive, City of Powell River council will be looking at pushing forward with regulations for short-term housing.

Professional and college teams scout league prospects at annual event

Local governments show interest in working toward consultant’s outline at recent forum

Ferry corporation acts on feedback received from public engagement

Mayor, councillors and directors meet with provincial ministers at convention

First responders say program requires more attention as needs increase

Annual report showcases region's experience as building block toward reconciliation

Supports development permit City of Powell River voted at its September 21 meeting to provide Santè Veritas Therapeutics with a development permit subject to conditions for its medical marijuana grow facility in the former Catalyst Paper Corporation

Approves permissive tax exemption At its September 20 meeting, Powell River Regional District board approved a request to grant a permissive tax exemption to Myrtle Point Golf Club for the land classified by BC Assessment as recreation/non-profit for