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Powell River Kings add forward from Ontario

Powell River Kings add forward from Ontario

Cameron Symons joins BCHL club for his final year of junior eligibility
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How to protect wildlife from the summer heat

How to protect wildlife from the summer heat

As temperatures soar in B.C., animals need extra care and attention for safety. Wildlife Rescue Association of BC expert Linda Bakker is sharing tips on how the public can help.
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qathet Regional District board to send Texada mining lease recommendations to province

qathet Regional District board to send Texada mining lease recommendations to province

Directors had no objections to renewal of one 30-year lease, but chose not to support another
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In memoriam: Rosemary Ann Hauck (née Spick)

In memoriam: Rosemary Ann Hauck (née Spick)

January 16, 1957 - July 21, 2022
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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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McLaughlin vehicle arrives at new Czech home after departing qathet region in May

McLaughlin vehicle arrives at new Czech home after departing qathet region in May

Stan Gisborne received notice of its arrival this week
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qathet Regional District approves money to look into revised transit system

qathet Regional District approves money to look into revised transit system

“It’s much more energy efficient using smaller vehicles. Vehicles that are licensed in different areas can certainly do the trick.” ~ Electoral Area D director Sandy McCormick
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Firefighters put out brush fire close to Halfmoon Bay home

Firefighters put out brush fire close to Halfmoon Bay home

Fast moving flames were reported on Wednesday, July 27, and firefighters quickly extinguished the fire that 'had the potential to get out of control very quickly.'
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High temperatures increase risk of blazes in forested lands

High temperatures increase risk of blazes in forested lands

Wildfire cautions outlined by provincial ministry of forests
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qathet Regional District directors to consider update of housing needs report

qathet Regional District directors to consider update of housing needs report

“We don’t have enough growth to warrant a regional growth strategy, but I believe we do have enough to try to effectively address the housing situation..." ~ Electoral Area D director Sandy McCormick
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