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shíshálh Nation mourns death of Grizzly Bear on Texada Island, calls for better wildlife coordination

shíshálh Nation mourns death of Grizzly Bear on Texada Island, calls for better wildlife coordination

Nation had been working with partners to move the bear to Homalco territory
Bubble machine, toys, supplies taken from Powell River day care

Bubble machine, toys, supplies taken from Powell River day care

Staff disappointed with vandalism, but support from the community has been overwhelming
Healthy Living: Digital clutter and mental health

Healthy Living: Digital clutter and mental health

How is it possible to simplify thoughts and, in turn, life, when so much information constantly pushes us in different directions?
High humidity in the forecast for qathet

High humidity in the forecast for qathet

Air quality is good and UV low
Former Powell River Minor Hockey player revels in NHL experience

Former Powell River Minor Hockey player revels in NHL experience

Luke Shipley attends Nashville Predators development camp before joining his university team
Five expert tips to keep children safe around water this summer

Five expert tips to keep children safe around water this summer

With warm weather drawing families outdoors, experts are reminding parents that even shallow water can pose a deadly risk if proper precautions aren’t taken.
In memoriam: Ronnie William Hollingsworth

In memoriam: Ronnie William Hollingsworth

March 30, 1962 - July 10, 2025
Letter: Ferry sourcing debacle is recycling madness

Letter: Ferry sourcing debacle is recycling madness

'Thinking less has cost us more when a product is made with a cheap plastic component that wears out or breaks against metal, is not fixable and ends up in the landfill.'
Photos/video: 2025 Showtime & Shine

Photos/video: 2025 Showtime & Shine

Vintage Car Club of Canada's Powell River chapter hosts event outside of Patricia Theatre in Townsite
Powell River Search and Rescue locate lost hiker after SOS call

Powell River Search and Rescue locate lost hiker after SOS call

Incident a reminder to carry essentials and be prepared for the unexpected when out in the wilderness