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Letter: Abandoned responsibility

Letter: Abandoned responsibility

"We are losing sense of the responsibilities that come with bringing a child into the world..." ~ Malcolm Haynes
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What resolutions passed at this year's UBCM conference?

What resolutions passed at this year's UBCM conference?

The annual UBCM conference in Whistler dealt with hundreds of resolutions: from ferries to hospice to child care to cannabis. Here's a list of some that passed.
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North Island-Powell River MP comments on dental plan roll out

North Island-Powell River MP comments on dental plan roll out

Rachel Blaney is pleased the program will provide benefits to children younger than 12
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Boater caught on video 'harassing' pod of killer whales in B.C.

Boater caught on video 'harassing' pod of killer whales in B.C.

"I would say that this vessel was within 50 metres of orcas at several points during the encounter," says one witness.
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Powell River Board of Education to review provincial grant usage

Powell River Board of Education to review provincial grant usage

Student and family affordability fund designed to help with pressures that families face
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Powell River Board of Education trustee candidate: Rob Hill

Powell River Board of Education trustee candidate: Rob Hill

"I am progressive, forward-thinking, a team player, and I centre students and families in my role as a trustee – all strengths I will bring to the board table." ~ Rob Hill
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B.C. COVID-19 deaths follow global downward trend

B.C. COVID-19 deaths follow global downward trend

B.C.'s 16 such deaths is the fewest since B.C. launched weekly data updates in April
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Powell River mayoral candidate passionate about environment

Powell River mayoral candidate passionate about environment

In running for mayor, CaroleAnn Leishman is driven by her principles
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New school year marked by Powell River Board of Education chair

New school year marked by Powell River Board of Education chair

Dale Lawson highlights accomplishments of school board
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BC Ferries cancels two Langdale sailings Thursday

BC Ferries cancels two Langdale sailings Thursday

BC Ferries announced it does not have the crew availability needed on the Queen of Alberni
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