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Firm presents draft rehabilitation plan for Powell River Recreation Complex

Firm presents draft rehabilitation plan for Powell River Recreation Complex

City councillors hear presentation from Architecture 49
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B.C. reports first case of rare 'multisystem inflammatory syndrome' in child

B.C. reports first case of rare 'multisystem inflammatory syndrome' in child

"The child was under investigation after showing symptoms of the syndrome and was confirmed with MIS-C when a COVID-19 serology test returned positive."
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Powell River Board of Education chairperson provides update

Powell River Board of Education chairperson provides update

School District 47 chairperson Aaron Reid outlined several themes in her remarks to the Powell River Board of Education on October 14.
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Bat Week in B.C. uncovers tequila connection

Bat Week in B.C. uncovers tequila connection

Bat Week in B.C. is on the horizon and, while you’re unlikely see a caped crusader leaping off buildings, conservationists are hoping people will learn more about the flying mouse.
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Ocean plastic depot to open in Powell River

Ocean plastic depot to open in Powell River

Facility will divert landfill waste and reduce oceanic plastic pollution
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Health Canada recalls hand sanitizers due to 'health risks'

Health Canada recalls hand sanitizers due to 'health risks'

Health Canada is advising Canadians that more hand sanitizers are being recalled from the marketplace because they may pose health risks.
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Preparation begins at wastewater treatment plant site in Powell River

Preparation begins at wastewater treatment plant site in Powell River

Initial phase underway to clear vegetation and rubbish
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Police Patrol: Powell River crime report

Police Patrol: Powell River crime report

Powell River RCMP reported the following for October 8 to 14, 2020.
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Final vote count could be delayed by significant increase in mail-in ballots

Final vote count could be delayed by significant increase in mail-in ballots

Final results in B.C.’s provincial election could be delayed even beyond the anticipated two weeks as the demand for mail-in ballots ­continues to climb. Elections B.C.
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What disability advocates want and where the parties stand

What disability advocates want and where the parties stand

$300-a-month supplement was a lifesaver for many of the one in four B.C. residents who have a disability. NDP, Liberals and Greens are asked if it will be extended after the pandemic
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