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Powell River woman gets 36 months for drug, firearm offences

Powell River woman gets 36 months for drug, firearm offences

An RCMP search found fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, crack cocaine, MDMA and morphine.
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In memoriam: Leonard Edward Windsor

In memoriam: Leonard Edward Windsor

September 4, 1964 - July 12, 2023
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Good morning, Peak readers

Good morning, Peak readers

Photo feature of the day, today in history, the weather forecast and local gas prices
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Vancouver Island University plans years of cuts to tackle $20M deficit

Vancouver Island University plans years of cuts to tackle $20M deficit

The university, which has campuses in Nanaimo, Parksville, Powell River and Duncan, blames declining revenues in part on flat enrolment numbers
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qathet organization addresses issues facing non-profit societies

qathet organization addresses issues facing non-profit societies

Lift Community Services executive director reflects on annual general meeting
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Powell River intersection improvements constructed

Powell River intersection improvements constructed

Manson Avenue and Duncan Street designed to be safer for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians
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Downed tree causes temporary power outage in qathet region

Downed tree causes temporary power outage in qathet region

Crews on-site fixing power lines
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Water charge increases recommended by qRD finance committee

Water charge increases recommended by qRD finance committee

qathet Regional District board will consider raising rates for Myrtle Pond water district
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Witch practitioner in qathet region welcomes autumn season

Witch practitioner in qathet region welcomes autumn season

All Hallows’ Eve, Day of the Dead part of busy time for witchcrafters
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Let’s Talk Trash: Refillable to-go ware recommendations

Let’s Talk Trash: Refillable to-go ware recommendations

Are reusable coffee mugs and food containers safe?
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