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qathet Regional Hospital District approves project funds

qathet Regional Hospital District approves project funds

Directors vote to allocate $1.4 million from reserves to go toward capital funding
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City of Powell River announces temporary sea walk closure

City of Powell River announces temporary sea walk closure

Repairs to washed out area expected to take a few days
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Opinion: Ferry-dependent communities deserve a seat at the table

Opinion: Ferry-dependent communities deserve a seat at the table

'For years, the Ferry Advisory Committees (FACs) have been a key connection between communities and the people who run the ferry system. Their replacement in May — for some new but as-yet-unknown engagement model — is a serious step away from public consultation and accountability.'
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Five-year financial plan unanimously approved by qRD directors

Five-year financial plan unanimously approved by qRD directors

qathet Regional District board adopts budget; cost per average home in City of Powell River in 2025 will be $542.63
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Langdale ferry an hour and a half behind schedule Thursday after mechanical issue

Langdale ferry an hour and a half behind schedule Thursday after mechanical issue

Pack your patience if travelling on Route 3 Thursday. Sailings between the Sunshine Coast and Horseshoe Bay are running 1 hour and 38 minutes behind schedule, according to an 8 a.m. service notice.
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In memoriam: Richard Beaton

In memoriam: Richard Beaton

September 10, 1973 - February 25, 2025
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qathet grower loves working with powerful plants

qathet grower loves working with powerful plants

Nettle from Texada and lavender from Paradise Valley can be found in many forms at the farmers' market
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Viewpoint: How good can we be at opening our hearts?

Viewpoint: How good can we be at opening our hearts?

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Cartoon: No longer breaking news

Cartoon: No longer breaking news

Tariffs on, tariffs off, tariffs on, tariffs off...
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Editorial: Ready, set, campaign

Editorial: Ready, set, campaign

The riding of North Island-Powell River will have a new MP representing its constituents in Ottawa
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