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Three T's for hikers: essentials to stay safe on Sunshine Coast mountains this spring

Three T's for hikers: essentials to stay safe on Sunshine Coast mountains this spring

Sunshine Coast Search and Rescue warns hikers to prepare for winter-like conditions in the mountains despite favourable spring weather in lower areas
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Necropsy planned for dead grey whale that washed up near Tofino

Necropsy planned for dead grey whale that washed up near Tofino

The carcass that washed up near Tofino this week could be part of a troubling trend of spring stranding events along the North American coast.
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55 years ago in Powell River: Civic Arena hosts Regal Day event

55 years ago in Powell River: Civic Arena hosts Regal Day event

Members of national championship hockey club recognized at community celebration
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Why climate change wasn't a priority in the federal election

Why climate change wasn't a priority in the federal election

It wasn’t just due to President Donald Trump’s threats, says UBC political science prof.
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Snowbirds take to skies over Comox for air show training

Snowbirds take to skies over Comox for air show training

The Snowbirds will be flying twice a day over Comox Valley, from May 3 to 24, as they gear up for their 2025 season of air shows.
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In memoriam: Robin Lee Newman

In memoriam: Robin Lee Newman

Robin found his people and happiness in Powell River and was grateful for the friendships he made...
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Letters: BC Ferries needs quick fixes

Letters: BC Ferries needs quick fixes

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qathet Museum and Archives Society seeks new facility

qathet Museum and Archives Society seeks new facility

City of Powell River committee of the whole receives correspondence and hears presentation on plans for replacement of buildings
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Living Well: Is negativity interfering with your quality of life?

Living Well: Is negativity interfering with your quality of life?

'Humans do tend to forget about the positives and go directly to the negative when we are experiencing low mood and/or anxious thoughts'
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Electric ferry charge barge design ready for potential 2026 construction

Electric ferry charge barge design ready for potential 2026 construction

Electric passenger ferry service to Gibsons, Bowen Island and Vancouver expects to start formal permitting for the Gibsons charge barge later this year and construction next year, says the Greenline Ferries CEO.
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