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New protections for southern resident killer whale ‘inadequate,’ scientist says

New protections for southern resident killer whale ‘inadequate,’ scientist says

The launch of the Trans Mountain Pipeline will increase vessel traffic and make matters worse for the endangered species, researchers warn
Sunshine Coast’s summer two-ferry service starts June 26

Sunshine Coast’s summer two-ferry service starts June 26

The Coast will be served by two-ferry service seven days a week, extra Route 3 trips added for busy summer
Windy times on northern and southern Sunshine Coast

Windy times on northern and southern Sunshine Coast

BC feeling below average temperatures in early June, but heat wave expected soon
Powell River Garden Club raises money for sanctuary garden

Powell River Garden Club raises money for sanctuary garden

Fundraiser for hospice house at the Patricia Theatre brings out big hearts, bird, plant and music lovers
Wind warnings for Coastal areas

Wind warnings for Coastal areas

Environment Canada has issued a wind weather warning for the areas of Gibsons to Earls Cove and Saltery Bay to Powell River.
Texada/Powell River sailings cancelled due to high winds

Texada/Powell River sailings cancelled due to high winds

Morning round trip between Blubber Bay and Westview terminals on June 4 will not run
In memoriam: Lucia Mastrodonato

In memoriam: Lucia Mastrodonato

March 14, 1935 - June 1, 2024
PHOTOS: qathet School District track meet

PHOTOS: qathet School District track meet

Elementary students compete in multiple events at Timberlane Park
Viewpoint: Decriminalization is a part of one whole

Viewpoint: Decriminalization is a part of one whole

British Columbia has a drug crisis. We all know this.
PHOTOS: Runway rehabilitation continues at Powell River Airport

PHOTOS: Runway rehabilitation continues at Powell River Airport

Local pilot shares another series of images from above