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MLA: Emergency operations centre funding will benefit Powell River-Sunshine Coast

MLA: Emergency operations centre funding will benefit Powell River-Sunshine Coast

“Emergency Operation Centre funding is an important step towards keeping people and families safe in times of disaster." ~ Nicholas Simons
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Looking for fresh cut flowers? There is a worldwide shortage!

Looking for fresh cut flowers? There is a worldwide shortage!

Ask an Expert: Nicole Quigley
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In memoriam: Lois E. Maclean

In memoriam: Lois E. Maclean

March 5, 1937 - July 4, 2022
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Good morning, Peak readers

Good morning, Peak readers

Photo feature of the day, today in history, and the weather forecast
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Powell River Public Library hosts anniversary gathering

Powell River Public Library hosts anniversary gathering

Community facility has been in current location for five years
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B.C. to widen booster-shot eligibility

B.C. to widen booster-shot eligibility

Increased access to booster shots to come in the fall, though details remain sketchy
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Application for grant to support seniors programming approved by City of Powell River Council

Application for grant to support seniors programming approved by City of Powell River Council

“I’m happy to report that if we are successful in this grant, we will be working with the Cranberry Seniors Centre and their volunteers to get the seniors together program up and running again in September." ~ City councillor Jim Palm
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qathet Community Justice program works to restore relationships

qathet Community Justice program works to restore relationships

“For the affected party, they need to feel like they’ve been heard and they get to express the impacts of whatever has happened, and they get to decide what works for them as a consequence.” ~ qCJ program coordinator Siobhan Brown
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Healthy Living: Is smiling a clear path to wellness?

Healthy Living: Is smiling a clear path to wellness?

"The three hormones released when smiling include dopamine, endorphins and serotonin: the so-called neurochemicals of happiness." ~ Robert Skender
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Rick Beaudoin was last seen 30 years ago on the Coast, police still looking for answers

Rick Beaudoin was last seen 30 years ago on the Coast, police still looking for answers

Richard (Rick) Beaudoin went missing in 1991 while on a canoe trip from Vancouver to Powell River. He made it as far as Pender Harbour, but police don't know what happened after that.
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