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Enhanced school safety measures welcomed by Powell River teachers

Enhanced school safety measures welcomed by Powell River teachers

Powell River teachers appreciate changes made to BC Ministry of Education’s kindergarten to grade 12 (K-12) COVID-19 health and safety guidelines, and the work both the steering committee members and ministry staff have contributed to make these chan
Canada-wide recall issued for 15 hand sanitizers due to 'health risks'

Canada-wide recall issued for 15 hand sanitizers due to 'health risks'

Counterfeit products may contain ingredients not listed on the label, dangerous additives or other contaminants.
Further protection added to waters off Texada Island site

Further protection added to waters off Texada Island site

Islanders value Northeast Bay as a natural recreation resource, says area director
BC Ferries mulls reservation system changes for Route 3

BC Ferries mulls reservation system changes for Route 3

FAC chair voices concern over low engagement numbers
In-camera meeting frequency by Powell River council questioned

In-camera meeting frequency by Powell River council questioned

City Matters member expresses concern about closed meetings
Eelgrass slows wastewater project in Powell River

Eelgrass slows wastewater project in Powell River

Aquatic plant life found in vicinity of treatment plant outfall
Anchor gone, along with weekend newscast for CTV News Vancouver Island, amid Bell cuts

Anchor gone, along with weekend newscast for CTV News Vancouver Island, amid Bell cuts

CTV News Vancouver Island’s weekend newscast appears to have been axed as part of Bell Media’s restructuring plan, which has cut jobs for more than 200 employees in Canada.
Golf pro from Powell River takes on new role

Golf pro from Powell River takes on new role

Crown Isle Resort chooses Jared Siminoff for head position
Directors provide qathet Regional District transportation/road maintenance reports

Directors provide qathet Regional District transportation/road maintenance reports

Several issues outlined at board meeting
North Island-Powell River MP to host meetings via Zoom

North Island-Powell River MP to host meetings via Zoom

Rachel Blaney will use digital platform to connect with constituents