Local News

Week of May 15 to 21, 2012 Total calls for service = 90 Impaired driving = 3 Assaults = 0 Break and enters = 1 Thefts = 7 Mischief = 3 May 16 6900 block Alberni Street Police responded to a motor-vehicle collision.

Officials identify remains BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a deceased male found in Powell Lake on April 14.

Recycled tires could be used on new Westview school playground

Board sees a 15 per cent decline in funds

Ex-Liberal candidate still pursing Elections Canada complaint against MPs campaign

Amended refinancing plan goes to creditor vote this week

Biking to work or school can clear heads in the morning

John Hind-Smith award recognizes accomplishments of trail developer

Open fire ban Officials are bringing in a ban on open fires across the Coastal Fire Centre, including the Powell River Regional District, starting at noon on Friday, May 18.

Week of May 8 to 14, 2012 Total calls for service = 106 Impaired driving = 3 Assaults = 6 Break and enters = 4 Thefts = 8 Mischief = 6 May 13 Joyce Avenue Police stopped a vehicle after the driver failed to come to a complete stop at an intersection.