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City of Powell River Council approves grants for three groups

City of Powell River Council approves grants for three groups

Wild Ocean Whale Society application for feral cat control denied, however
Greens go with Hergesheimer on the Sunshine Coast

Greens go with Hergesheimer on the Sunshine Coast

A familiar face from the Coast’s social service sector has been selected as the B.C. Green Party candidate in the Powell River-Sunshine Coast riding for the Oct. 19 provincial election.
Peak photos of the day: July 2024

Peak photos of the day: July 2024

Looking back at the best photos taken around the qathet region and submitted by our loyal readers last month
BC Ferries still committed to restoration of 'Beachcombers' boat, Persephone

BC Ferries still committed to restoration of 'Beachcombers' boat, Persephone

Town of Gibsons has until end of the year to finalize details of the restoration project in order to make BC Ferries budget deadline.
Pilot born in Powell River to fly Martin Mars past hometown

Pilot born in Powell River to fly Martin Mars past hometown

Final flight for iconic water bomber scheduled for this weekend
Kicking the Clutter: Here's how to handle household disorder

Kicking the Clutter: Here's how to handle household disorder

"Understanding why it’s essential to feel uncomfortable with clutter can greatly alter how we approach the maintenance of our homes."
Developer wants inclusion Powell River housing components revised

Developer wants inclusion Powell River housing components revised

Development proposal recommendations face objections at city council meeting
Here's how to bring hydrangeas indoors

Here's how to bring hydrangeas indoors

Ask an Expert: Nicole Quigley
Update: Port Mellon wildfire still one hectare, but under control

Update: Port Mellon wildfire still one hectare, but under control

BC Wildfire describes Port Mellon fire as very small, but highly visible
City of Powell River meet the mayor meetings will not be funded

City of Powell River meet the mayor meetings will not be funded

Ron Woznow asks council for his travel funds to be used for public engagement