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Letters: Bill 15 does not bode well for democracy

Letters: Bill 15 does not bode well for democracy

'At a time when the world is witnessing the erosion of democracy in the U.S. in favour of centralized control within the presidency, I am deeply concerned about Premier Eby’s proposed Bill 15.'
Letters: Re. Bill 15, want infrastructure built? Cut all red tape

Letters: Re. Bill 15, want infrastructure built? Cut all red tape

'I encourage Mr. Eby to focus on eliminating existing red tape throughout his government, rather than growing it.'
Opinion: Bloodsuckers

Opinion: Bloodsuckers

What did you think this was going to be about? Ferries? Taxes? The tech giants bleeding news media of advertising dollars?
Opinion: Community voices cut as ferries keep breaking down

Opinion: Community voices cut as ferries keep breaking down

'It’s good to see BC Ferries trying to modernize its approach. But short-term panels and digital surveys aren’t the same as the long-term planning advantage of a permanent seat at the table, especially in small, rural communities where connectivity is limited and lived experience carries weight.'
Live Well: A natural solution for chronic stress

Live Well: A natural solution for chronic stress

'Symptoms are signals from the body to let us know there’s a problem'
qathet Pickleball Association requests land lease update

qathet Pickleball Association requests land lease update

Association's president asks for information on City of Powell River staff report into locating a place for the proposed facility
Living Well: Lifelong learning is key to self-actualization

Living Well: Lifelong learning is key to self-actualization

'Understanding our basic human needs is a step toward ensuring we get what we need to have a quality life'
City of Powell River COW hears cigarette disposal unit proposal

City of Powell River COW hears cigarette disposal unit proposal

Committee of the whole delegate wants to have a designated place for discarding butts near ferry terminal
Live Well: The importance of dental health

Live Well: The importance of dental health

It’s about more than just a bright smile
Spring showers, plus sun making flowers pop with colour in qathet

Spring showers, plus sun making flowers pop with colour in qathet

Wet and damp weather continues this week