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Powell River Board of Education by-election candidate: Brendan Behan

Powell River Board of Education by-election candidate: Brendan Behan

The Peak asked each school trustee candidate to comment on what they consider the most important issues facing School District 47, why voters should choose them, and their background.
Opinion: B.C. Greens 'blistering' in criticism of Dr. Henry, but would their lockdown plan really work?

Opinion: B.C. Greens 'blistering' in criticism of Dr. Henry, but would their lockdown plan really work?

Criticism clearly aimed at provincial health officer
How to celebrate National Pet Day 2021

How to celebrate National Pet Day 2021

More treats, playtime and walks are ways to enjoy the day with your furry friends
Healthy Living: Cartoons, naps and life’s valuable lessons

Healthy Living: Cartoons, naps and life’s valuable lessons

I bottled up emotions, harboured resentment and treated the resulting anger with alcohol and other self-destructive behaviour for too many years. ~ Robert Skender
Offensive outburst leads Surrey over Powell River in BC Hockey League action

Offensive outburst leads Surrey over Powell River in BC Hockey League action

Eagles outscore Kings 8-1 at Scotia Barn in Burnaby on April 10
Kicking the Clutter: How to become responsible for your life

Kicking the Clutter: How to become responsible for your life

Taking ownership of your decisions will make you more resilient and confident. ~ Ranka Burzan
Kagan scores twice, leads Powell River Kings in comeback win

Kagan scores twice, leads Powell River Kings in comeback win

BC Hockey League scoring leader ties game late, adds winner in overtime
Transaction for theatre in Powell River faces deadline

Transaction for theatre in Powell River faces deadline

Efforts being made for film society to secure ownership of Patricia Theatre
B.C. has highest two-day total of new COVID-19 cases: 2,555

B.C. has highest two-day total of new COVID-19 cases: 2,555

B.C. has 9,574 people actively infected with COVID-19 – the highest number since December 21.
North Island-Powell River MP highlights top issues in letter to federal finance minister

North Island-Powell River MP highlights top issues in letter to federal finance minister

Rachel Blaney outlines budget priorities in correspondence to Chrystia Freeland