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BC Ferries spending, losses and on-time performance up over 2023

BC Ferries spending, losses and on-time performance up over 2023

A point of pride noted in the CEO’s presentation at the Aug. 15 AGM was BCF was 'back on the path to being an employer of choice.'
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WPC calls to remove Dock Management Plan opposition signage

WPC calls to remove Dock Management Plan opposition signage

As existing tidewater docks and boathouses within the shíshálh swiya are allowed to stay under conditions detailed in updates to the dock management plan, the Waterfront Protection Coalition is calling for the removal of the signs opposing the process.
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Powell River Kings forward among community award winners

Powell River Kings forward among community award winners

BC Hockey League makes Kyle Turris Community Award announcement
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Student from qathet region set to pedal at world championship

Student from qathet region set to pedal at world championship

Ellie Winchell will compete in cross country Olympic mountain biking with Team Canada
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Viewpoint: Solution for city tax, revenue and service challenges

Viewpoint: Solution for city tax, revenue and service challenges

"...there is an obvious – and sustainable – solution to the city’s revenue problem: Powell River Community Forest."
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Whale and dolphin sightings map lighting up in qathet waters

Whale and dolphin sightings map lighting up in qathet waters

A majority of reports are of humpback and northern resident orcas
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Should I go vegan to lose weight?

Should I go vegan to lose weight?

Ask an Expert: Karina Inkster
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Rain in forecast for qathet region, but Friday brings sunshine

Rain in forecast for qathet region, but Friday brings sunshine

Thunderstorm may occur this afternoon with high winds
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North Island-Powell River MP signs onto heat pump campaign

North Island-Powell River MP signs onto heat pump campaign

“The summer of 2021 was a shocking glimpse into a possible future if we do not address the climate crisis." ~ Rachel Blaney
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Highway widening project in Sechelt to last until end of September

Highway widening project in Sechelt to last until end of September

Contractors, Capilano Highways, hoping to minimize delays
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