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Avalanches a growing concern

Avalanches a growing concern

Increased traffic in the backcountry could lead to incidents
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Quick Peaks: December 7, 2011

Fatal accident Timothy Yates, a 52-year-old resident of Powell River, died on the evening of Friday, December 2 after being struck by a vehicle on Nootka Street. Powell River RCMP responded to the accident at about 6:25 pm.
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School Board Briefs December 7 2011

District outlines school commitment for new elementary school
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Council Briefs December 7 2011

Amenities building request for park
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Regional Board Briefs December 7 2011

Board requests reconsideration of mailbox site
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Province creates municipal watchdog

Auditor general will make recommendations for improvements
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MPs expenses top 10 highest in BC

Weston spends 514K on travel salaries office leases
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Briefly: December 02, 2011

Teachers win decision BC teachers are satisfied with BC Labour Relations Board’s (LRB) rejection of an application by BC Public School Employers’ Association (BCPSEA) to have report cards declared an essential service.
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Quick Peaks: November 30, 2011

Board appoints chair Powell River Regional District board of directors has appointed Patrick Brabazon, Electoral Area A director, chair of the parks and greenspace plan implementation advisory committee.
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CAO recommends two community plans

Diverse views about land use planning exist among elected officials and staff
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