Powell River News -

In memoriam: Sandra Louise Cameron Wilson Donnelly

August 28, 1940 - May 24, 2022

Jun 18, 2022 6:15 AM Read more >

Good morning, Peak readers

Photo feature of the day, a day in history and today’s weather

Jun 18, 2022 5:00 AM Read more >

Powell River Digital Film School students bring screenplay to life

"What I’m doing here is all the preparatory work for university. Just getting in the experience of being on set has been great.” ~ Beauty cinematographer/editor Mel Yerna

Jun 17, 2022 3:45 PM Read more >

Specialized baby formula now held behind counter at B.C. pharmacies

Purchase limits have also been put in place. The guidelines will remain until the formula shortage becomes stable.

Jun 17, 2022 3:19 PM Read more >

qathet Art Council receives four-year funding extension from City of Powell River

“The shortage of after-school programming for children in our city is definitely going to be helped by this.” ~ City councillor Cindy Elliott

Jun 17, 2022 2:35 PM Read more >

Bylaw passed by Powell River council for financing wastewater plant

Bylaw authorizes increased borrowing up to $30,701,000, if necessary

Jun 17, 2022 12:47 PM Read more >

City of Powell River approves grant funding for road projects

Councillors vote unanimously to receive two grants that will improve safety around schools

Jun 17, 2022 11:32 AM Read more >

City of Powell River approves report of financial information for 2021

“This is the annual form that is required by government. It’s available to the public and provides detailed information on expenditures through the year...” ~ City councillor George Doubt.

Jun 17, 2022 11:15 AM Read more >

Wild Pick, chapter 11: The poacher

The life and adventures of Linda Syms, oyster farmer of Desolation Sound

Jun 17, 2022 11:00 AM Read more >

Ottawa offers interest-free loans for home energy retrofits

The loans cover things like insulation and installation of heat pumps.