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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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BCF adds a Queen of Alberni sailing to Route 3 Aug. 24

BCF adds a Queen of Alberni sailing to Route 3 Aug. 24

BCF issued a statement that "to alleviate traffic volumes between Horseshoe Bay and Langdale, the Queen of Alberni will be sailing on a revised schedule this evening, departing Horseshoe Bay at 7:20pm and at 8:30 pm departing Langdale.
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Ferry travellers stuck in Horseshoe Bay vent anger over repeated breakdowns

Ferry travellers stuck in Horseshoe Bay vent anger over repeated breakdowns

Travellers were stuck for hours in hot line-ups at West Vancouver's Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal after ferries broke down for the second day in a row.
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Powell River RCMP release weekly statistics

Powell River RCMP release weekly statistics

Local police responded to 118 calls for service between August 18 and 24
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Wood waste landfill plans outlined at qathet Regional District meeting

Wood waste landfill plans outlined at qathet Regional District meeting

Western Forest Products wants site for disposal of materials from Stillwater operation
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Photos: Blackberry Festival Street Party

Photos: Blackberry Festival Street Party

Marine Avenue Business Association hosted popular event in downtown Powell River
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Powell River RCMP investigate theft from residence

Powell River RCMP investigate theft from residence

Homeowner confronted suspect in early morning hours of August 18
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Communications policy reviewed by qathet Regional District directors

Communications policy reviewed by qathet Regional District directors

Three-part recommendation presented by staff for how qRD conveys information to the public
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qathet Regional District reviews woodstove conversion program

qathet Regional District reviews woodstove conversion program

Directors were given an overview from Let’s Talk Trash team member Abby McLennan, who said the provincial program is the same as in years past, with some small updates
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Powell River RCMP use video footage to identify arson suspect

Powell River RCMP use video footage to identify arson suspect

Man from Courtenay arrested after setting off firework near building
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