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Council briefs: City hires deputy fire chief; Willingdon Beach lot transformation

City hires deputy fire chief Councillor Maggie Hathaway announced at City of Powell River’s committee of the whole meeting on Tuesday, August 16, that Powell River Fire Rescue has brought on a new deputy chief.
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Powell River Public Library to miss opening date

Powell River Public Library to miss opening date

Building permit still not issued for city-owned project
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Quick Peak: City approves marijuana building lease; Council asks for Sugar Vault input

City approves marijuana building lease At its meeting on Thursday, August 18, City of Powell River council approved the leasing of the former Catalyst administration building, located at 6270 Yew Street, to a medical marijuana company.
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Tla’amin Nation government posts speed signs

Tla’amin Nation government posts speed signs

First nation asks motorists to slow down while passing through community
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Powell River Recreation Complex pathway nears completion

Powell River Recreation Complex pathway nears completion

Multi-use, accessible addition increases active transportation infrastructure
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Manson Avenue bike lane worries neighbours

Manson Avenue bike lane worries neighbours

Residents who park along avenue raise issue with city’s cycling plans
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Texada Island air ambulance remains stalled

Texada Island air ambulance remains stalled

Regional district works on certification for Gillies Bay airport
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Powell River Brain Injury Society steps up to lead food bank

Powell River Brain Injury Society steps up to lead food bank

Powell River Brain Injury Society emerges to continue legacy of Gina Kendrick
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Powell River civic leaders seek housing answers

Powell River civic leaders seek housing answers

Affordable living not addressed in real estate and development boom
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Quick Peak: Pot regulations; New equipment

Pot regulations Under revamped rules, patients will be permitted to grow their own medical marijuana, or have someone grow it for them, Health Canada announced Thursday, August 11.
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