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Collaboration helps to monitor aboriginal heritage sites

Collaboration helps to monitor aboriginal heritage sites

Agencies work together to protect areas with archaeological significance
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Briefly: October 19, 2012

Seat belt checks Buckle up, even on short trips. That’s the message Powell River RCMP are sending out as they step up seat belt law checks this month. “Seat belts help save lives,” said Constable Chris Bakker of the Powell River detachment.
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A shot of prevention

Wide range of people eligible for free flu shots
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Ferry reps discuss terminal upgrade

Alternative service plan involves travelling from Saltery Bay to Departure Bay on the Island Sky
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Team limps home empty-handed

Team limps home empty-handed

Players need to put in grittier effort and eliminate costly mistakes
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Program supports women in trades

Provincial government looks to non-traditional sectors to meet labour shortages
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Quick Peaks: October 17, 2012

Quick Peaks: October 17, 2012

Stolen paintings Powell River RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in locating three paintings that were stolen from a home. On August 11, 2012, police responded to a break and enter in the 1500 block of Sorensen Road.
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BC streamlines community forest process

BC streamlines community forest process

Successful pilot in Powell River leads to province-wide implementation
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Music director bows out

Music director bows out

Don James announces his retirement new leadership and the suspension of Symphony Orchestra Academy of the Pacific
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Team talks trash with residents and businesses

Team talks trash with residents and businesses

Initiatives include a zero waste challenge and conference
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