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Letter: Natural gas is not carbon free

Letter: Natural gas is not carbon free

Rather than face the hard task of significantly lowering greenhouse gas emissions, our governments have hidden behind half-truths and weak legislation, while investing in fossil fuels. ~ Cecil Michaels
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B.C. sees record COVID-19 hospitalizations; 22 new deaths

B.C. sees record COVID-19 hospitalizations; 22 new deaths

B.C. last week broadened the way that it counts the number of those in hospitals.
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qathet Regional District director supports promotion of provincial parental leave policy for elected officials

qathet Regional District director supports promotion of provincial parental leave policy for elected officials

“There have been some challenges in the past for elected officials, where sometimes, an elected official doesn’t get the support from their council or board to take that leave.” ~ Electoral Area B director Mark Gisborne
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qRD board to consider approving funding application for Lund Waterworks Improvement District

qRD board to consider approving funding application for Lund Waterworks Improvement District

CAO says BC Ministry of Municipal Affairs seems to be going to great lengths to get qathet Regional District's endorsement to make an application
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Training facility installed adjacent to new fire hall in Lund

Training facility installed adjacent to new fire hall in Lund

Live fire simulations can be carried out by firefighters
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Surrey Eagles hold off late surge, defeat Powell River Kings

Surrey Eagles hold off late surge, defeat Powell River Kings

BC Hockey League clubs meet again tonight at Hap Parker Arena
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qathet Regional District directors discuss growth strategy for entire area

qathet Regional District directors discuss growth strategy for entire area

Board will consider looking into a broad regional plan, engaging with local and provincial governments
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Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society addresses dangers for songbirds

Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society addresses dangers for songbirds

PROWLS: Rescue of the week
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Third period lead evaporates, Powell River Kings lose in overtime

Third period lead evaporates, Powell River Kings lose in overtime

Victoria Grizzlies come back from two-goal deficit to win 6-5
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Kicking the Clutter: Clear clutter, bring clarity

Kicking the Clutter: Clear clutter, bring clarity

Once you remove the clutter obstacle and achieve control over your home, you will see tremendous and positive changes in other aspects of your life. ~ Ranka Burzan
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