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Why there were passenger overloads the Coast ferry route last weekend

Why there were passenger overloads the Coast ferry route last weekend

The first Saturday in June saw ferry service operating at a "C" licence between Horseshoe Bay and Langdale, meaning the Transport Canada mandated capacity of the ship was reduced by 607 people.
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City of Powell River Council reviewing new model for governance

City of Powell River Council reviewing new model for governance

Procedures undergo change based on initiative brought forward by interim CAO
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BC Ferries cancels first round trip on Powell River/Comox route

BC Ferries cancels first round trip on Powell River/Comox route

Insufficient number of crew members available for morning sailings on June 6
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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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Powell River Council to consider advocacy at UBCM for safe drugs

Powell River Council to consider advocacy at UBCM for safe drugs

"The central concern is that people who are addicted to opiate and opioid drugs in British Columbia and across Canada have limited access.” ~ city councillor Rob Southcott
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Rock hounds and crystal enthusiasts to gather in qathet

Rock hounds and crystal enthusiasts to gather in qathet

Barb Creber and Kyla Mazurak will host gem show at Royal Canadian Legion
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BCUC investigating status of Powell River Energy Incorporated

BCUC investigating status of Powell River Energy Incorporated

City received notification about British Columbia Utilities Commission probe on May 31
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Study reveals high stress for BC and School District 47 teachers

Study reveals high stress for BC and School District 47 teachers

“Teaching is a rewarding career, but surveys show that teachers are experiencing increased workloads...." ~ Powell River District Teachers’ Association president Izi Loveluck
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Desolation Sound Marine Park in qathet region being mapped

Desolation Sound Marine Park in qathet region being mapped

Archaeological project will protect ancestors and visitors to Tla’amin territory
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Powell River Hospice Society receives charitable donation

Powell River Hospice Society receives charitable donation

Annual Tim Hortons campaign brings smile to organization
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