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Canines seek forever homes in qathet region

Canines seek forever homes in qathet region

BC SPCA-Powell River has a few dogs up for adoption, plus a few new cats
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qathet Regional District briefs

qathet Regional District briefs

Directors approve remuneration increase; Museum capital purchase approved; Okays regreening program application; Increases cemetery fees
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Changes now in effect for Westview/Blubber Bay sailings

Changes now in effect for Westview/Blubber Bay sailings

Adjustments made to BC Ferries schedule between Powell River and Texada Island
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Students in qathet promote sustainability with clothing exchange

Students in qathet promote sustainability with clothing exchange

Environmental club members at Brooks Secondary School organize event to keep clothes out of landfill and help those in need
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Racquet centre closure prompts call from qPA for new fitness hub

Racquet centre closure prompts call from qPA for new fitness hub

qathet Pickleball Association members urge city to act fast and approve new facility
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Ferry schedule changes began today for Westview to Little River

Ferry schedule changes began today for Westview to Little River

Adjustments made to BC Ferries schedule between Powell River and Comox
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Kirk LaPointe: Improving democracy should be a New Year's resolution for us all

Kirk LaPointe: Improving democracy should be a New Year's resolution for us all

Low voter turnout, disengaged youth, dysfunctional legislatures demand action
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Contract extension for garbage disposal increases rates for qRD

Contract extension for garbage disposal increases rates for qRD

qathet Regional District committee of the whole reviews rising cost in new two-year contract
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Average value for a house in City of Powell River holding steady

Average value for a house in City of Powell River holding steady

Property assessments available for Vancouver Island region, which includes qathet Regional District
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Black Bean Cafe to take over iconic Molly's Reach location

Black Bean Cafe to take over iconic Molly's Reach location

Famous for the role it played in the "Beachcombers" TV series, Molly's Reach is a popular Gibsons landmark.
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