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RCMP remind swimmers to stay safe on B.C. waters

RCMP remind swimmers to stay safe on B.C. waters

BC RCMP says it’s seen a rise in drownings in recent months, some of which may be due to people’s unfamiliarity with the province’s waters in backcountry areas.
SOFI report adopted by Powell River council

SOFI report adopted by Powell River council

City expenses outlined by acting manager of financial services
Recent fires started by spray cans cause concern in Powell River

Recent fires started by spray cans cause concern in Powell River

Two fires at Augusta Recyclers caused by compressed gas containers, or spray cans, have raised safety concerns from the City of Powell River operations department and Powell River Fire Rescue.
Two Powell River groups receive BC Hydro funds

Two Powell River groups receive BC Hydro funds

Two Powell River organizations have received community grants from BC Hydro.
City of Powell River to examine adding crosswalks

City of Powell River to examine adding crosswalks

Letter from grade four student requests pedestrian crossing
New oversight for B.C. meat inspection

New oversight for B.C. meat inspection

B.C. consumers, ranchers and producers will benefit from a new consolidated process for provincial meat inspection that continues to ensure food safety and animal welfare are top priorities. Effective Dec.
B.C. Ferries: 'Maybe years to get back ferry system that we knew'

B.C. Ferries: 'Maybe years to get back ferry system that we knew'

Masks to be mandatory inside terminals and ships starting Monday, unless someone is inside their vehicle or eating in a designated area
Police Patrol: Powell River RCMP search for sign-smashing vehicle

Police Patrol: Powell River RCMP search for sign-smashing vehicle

Blue truck without a canopy damages street signs and grass at school in Townsite
City of Powell River sustainability planner proposes new busing service

City of Powell River sustainability planner proposes new busing service

On-demand feature would streamline transit
Society proposes heritage app to promote Townsite neighbourhood in Powell River

Society proposes heritage app to promote Townsite neighbourhood in Powell River

Organization seeks investment for promotional technology