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In memoriam: James Gordon Atkinson

In memoriam: James Gordon Atkinson

May 27, 1952 - August 8, 2024
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Letter: BC Ferries, why even have a disability lane?

Letter: BC Ferries, why even have a disability lane?

'Those who require the disability lane must never be turned away.'
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Live Well: Strength training benefits go beyond the physical

Live Well: Strength training benefits go beyond the physical

'It’s not just about building muscle, it’s about feeling better, sleeping better and moving through your days with more energy and ease'
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Tidewater Topics: Fighting the Smart Monkey

Tidewater Topics: Fighting the Smart Monkey

'Alcoholism was a piece of cake compared to smartphoneism'
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Ref who started in Powell River Minor Hockey to attend NHL camp

Ref who started in Powell River Minor Hockey to attend NHL camp

Keagen Abbott will gain experience at the National Hockey League's officiating combine in August
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Grizzly bear sighted in qathet region

Grizzly bear sighted in qathet region

Conservation Officer Service urges people to be bear aware and leave the animal alone
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Coastal mayors meet with Premier David Eby regarding BC Ferries

Coastal mayors meet with Premier David Eby regarding BC Ferries

Randene Neill, MLA for Powell River–Sunshine Coast, also joined the online meeting to address concerns from ferry-dependent communities.
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Powell River mayor eyes Federation of Canadian Municipalities bid

Powell River mayor eyes Federation of Canadian Municipalities bid

Ron Woznow receives unanimous endorsement from city councillors to seek directorship on FCM board
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Powell River Educational Services Society receives housing funds

Powell River Educational Services Society receives housing funds

qathet Regional District board providing money for expansion of PRESS's co-living initiative
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Zoning amendment approved by qathet Regional District directors

Zoning amendment approved by qathet Regional District directors

Nootka Street bylaw passes to allow for an accessory dwelling unit
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