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Council briefs: Investigates park access; Supports derelict boat bill; Expects new garbage trucks

Investigates park access A City of Powell River report on improving wheelchair and walker access to Willingdon Beach Park is being prepared after a request by staff at a local assisted-living facility.
Fire fears rise in Powell River region

Fire fears rise in Powell River region

Multiple agencies hand out fines to residents lighting campfires
Summer traffic tests new BC Ferries vessel

Summer traffic tests new BC Ferries vessel

Overloads increase in July for smaller-capacity Salish Orca
Nootka residents petition for road service

Nootka residents petition for road service

Service agreement will provide two-thirds of paving costs
Powell River Villa prepares for upcoming season

Powell River Villa prepares for upcoming season

Soccer club opens training camp under new coach Chris McDonough

Quick Peak: Foulds appears in court; Problem delays ferry; City unveils rainbow crosswalk

Foulds appears in court Trial dates for the man charged with two counts of murder and one count of attempted murder related to the June 17 deaths of Braxton Leask and Dylan Buckle and the shooting of Zane Hernandez will be set early next month.
Weekend weather to clear smoky Powell River skies

Weekend weather to clear smoky Powell River skies

Wind and rain will provide medical relief for residents sensitive to smoke exposure
Townsite residents question sewage plant location

Townsite residents question sewage plant location

Neighbours also raise questions about public consultation process
Vandals target cars parked in Lund

Vandals target cars parked in Lund

Residents fed up with illegal parking take action against vehicles

Census shows rise in common-law families

Powell River rate higher than provincial and national averages