Local News

School board briefs: December 23, 2013

Funds raised for cancer research Almost $5,000 was raised at two Powell River elementary schools for the Terry Fox Foundation.

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Tourism revisits hotel tax

Previous attempt came up short on support

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Bylaws permit facility relocation

Proponent plans 30-bed wellness centre

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Catalyst forwards funds to city

Barge terminal subdivision awaits completion

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Invasive plant management program records successes

Contractor promotes using herbicides as only effective treatment

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Briefly: December 27, 2013

Polar plunge Less is more. That’s the organizing principle of this year’s Polar Bear Plunge, according to the event’s coordinator.

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Westview terminal closure redirects ferry traffic

Reminderissued to clarify route changes

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BC toasts happy hour

Province supports new liquor regulations

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Rough water ahead for ferries

Communities band together to deliver message

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Work comes home for the holidays

Painting and artist reunite after decades apart

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