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Council briefs: Considers grant recommendations; Approves farm incubator application

Considers grant recommendations Powell River Community Forest board is recommending that City of Powell River council approve 12 project grants totalling close to $529,000. Council approved just under $900,000 for projects last spring.
Local governments agree to form social-action committee

Local governments agree to form social-action committee

Working groups to address housing and transportation in Powell River
Lafarge Canada locks out Texada Island workers

Lafarge Canada locks out Texada Island workers

Union says dispute over seniority protection being stripped from contract

Local improvement charges resolution passes at Union of BC Municipalities

Changes could allow for increase in green home upgrades
International Choral Kathaumixw names Walter Martella new artistic director

International Choral Kathaumixw names Walter Martella new artistic director

Paul Cummings steps down from position with choral festival

Quick Peak: Fixed link input sought; Legislators elect council

Fixed link input sought A number of public consultation sessions, including one for Powell River, on a potential highway link to the Lower Mainland will assist in preparing a fixed-link feasibility study expected later this year, transportation minis

City issues Powell River Public Library building permit

Contractor expects early spring project completion
Making marijuana dispensaries safe

Making marijuana dispensaries safe

Experts agree testing needed on marijuana products sold in storefronts

Troubles continue for Powell River Villa soccer club

Coach Mario Paul takes responsibility for team’s poor record
North Island-Powell River MP Rachel Blaney reflects on first year

North Island-Powell River MP Rachel Blaney reflects on first year

Seniors and affordable housing top member of parliament's focus list