Local News

Library budget Powell River Public Library’s budget holds the line on local government contributions for 2013, but a grant application could change that, if it is successful.

Week of February 19 to 25, 2013 Total calls for service = 88 Impaired driving = 3 Assaults = 3 Break and enters = 3 Thefts = 6 Mischief = 6 1. February 19 Block Bay Police responded to a theft complaint.

Papal replacement An estimated 1.2 billion Roman Catholics around the world, including those in Powell River, may not have to wait as long as expected to find out who will lead their church.

Space means more options for students

RCMP have seized a large quantity of drugs from a Powell River residence and charged two people as a result of a lengthy investigation.

Contractor returns at end of month to resolve issue

Mental mistakes make a difference in overall score

Brewer opposes motion because of lingering questions

Council soundly defeats motion requesting library board to investigate other options

Suspects found in possession of three female Roosevelt elk carcasses