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Editorial: Residents request change to backyard burning bylaw in Powell River

Editorial: Residents request change to backyard burning bylaw in Powell River

Proponents call for the allowance of recreational fires for the purpose of having small family gatherings and cooking food over the flames
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Eight COVID cases on Sunshine Coast last week

Eight COVID cases on Sunshine Coast last week

New PHO to crack down on workplaces with persistent outbreaks
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COVID-19 cases now at three in Tla'amin Nation

COVID-19 cases now at three in Tla'amin Nation

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B.C. sets new record for COVID-19 cases detected in a day: 1,293

B.C. sets new record for COVID-19 cases detected in a day: 1,293

Active infections, at 9,184, are at a high since December 22.
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Regional district taxation for Powell River residents outlined at council meeting

Regional district taxation for Powell River residents outlined at council meeting

Councillor George Doubt summarizes effects of regional hospital district’ and regional district five-year plans
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City of Powell River Council briefs

City of Powell River Council briefs

Community forest directors named; Capital projects funds approved
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Surrey holds off late rally, defeats Powell River in BCHL pod

Surrey holds off late rally, defeats Powell River in BCHL pod

Eagles earn 5-4 win, even season series with Kings at one win each
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Temporary use permit under consideration for fitness facility in Powell River

Temporary use permit under consideration for fitness facility in Powell River

PowTown Crossfit wants to remain in current Fernwood Avenue location
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Homelessness grant discussed at City of Powell River Council meeting

Homelessness grant discussed at City of Powell River Council meeting

Money would help support initiatives in region
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B.C. has record number of ICU patients with COVID-19, as hospitalizations rise

B.C. has record number of ICU patients with COVID-19, as hospitalizations rise

Number of those actively battling infections is at highest level this year.
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