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In memoriam: Cornelia Catharina (Karin) Nap

In memoriam: Cornelia Catharina (Karin) Nap

May 23, 1935 - September 26, 2023
Good morning, Peak readers

Good morning, Peak readers

Photo feature of the day, today in history, the weather forecast and local gas prices
Drag queen puts down roots in qathet region

Drag queen puts down roots in qathet region

From biker bars to grand theatres, Conni Smudge believes diversity is our strength
City of Powell River grants tax exemptions

City of Powell River grants tax exemptions

Council approves properties that will only pay three per cent of taxes in 2024
qRD board endorses fire departments' funding application

qRD board endorses fire departments' funding application

Community emergency preparedness funds would go toward establishing skill-building program for firefighters
Potential Monday Sunshine Coast, Nanaimo ferry sailing cancellations resolved

Potential Monday Sunshine Coast, Nanaimo ferry sailing cancellations resolved

The sailings will run as scheduled. 
Celebrate bats during Halloween, Sunshine Coast

Celebrate bats during Halloween, Sunshine Coast

As Halloween approaches, images of scary bats become commonplace. According to the Sunshine Coast Wildlife Project, now is the perfect time of year to counter bat myths. Oct. 24 to 31 is International Bat Week, a celebration of these amazing animals and their benefits!
Resource-recovery centre borrowing approved by qathet board

Resource-recovery centre borrowing approved by qathet board

Regional district directors authorize loan for facility under construction
VIDEO: Powell River U18 Kings cruise to win over Kerry Park

VIDEO: Powell River U18 Kings cruise to win over Kerry Park

Minor hockey team dominates early at home en route to winning 7-3 ; two other local teams post wins
qRD includes Savary Island groundwater study in planning budget

qRD includes Savary Island groundwater study in planning budget

Board directs staff to add funds, investigate provincial grant opportunities