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Red-backed shrike spotted in Powell River neighbourhood

Bird sighting a first in Canada

Oct 27, 2020 12:35 PM Read more >

Andrew Wilkinson stepping down as leader of B.C. Liberal Party

Andrew Wilkinson is stepping down as leader of the B.C. Liberals after the party lost a projected 12 seats in Saturday’s election — including some in traditional Liberal strongholds. “Leading the B.C.

Oct 27, 2020 9:19 AM Read more >

Tips to keep pets safe on Halloween

For some, Halloween is the best time of year, but for others, the loud noises and shadowy figures lurking in the night can be traumatizing including our four-legged companions.

Oct 27, 2020 7:00 AM Read more >

Real estate sales set new mark in Powell River

2020 features best September on record

Oct 27, 2020 7:00 AM Read more >

After 30 years in politics, Carole James prepares for retirement — and boxing lessons

Carole James has advice for first-time members of B.C.’s legislative assembly. “Trust your gut. Trust your heart,” B.C.

Oct 27, 2020 6:00 AM Read more >

Animal distress case resolved in Powell River court

Carol Battaglio receives suspended sentence and two years of probation

Oct 26, 2020 4:15 PM Read more >

Council approves taxation for mill in Powell River

Three-year bylaw provides for $3.2 million annual assessment

Oct 26, 2020 2:41 PM Read more >

Preparations for final ballot count underway

With the votes cast Oct. 24 and ballots collected at the advance polls now counted, Elections BC has started sorting and verifying hundreds of thousands of mail-in ballots from across B.C.

Oct 26, 2020 12:57 PM Read more >

Voter turnout estimated at 52 per cent

Elections BC estimates that at least 52.4 per cent of registered voters voted in the 2020 Provincial General Election.

Oct 26, 2020 11:42 AM Read more >

Powell River finance committee urged to avoid 'financial storm'

City council has been urged to take steps to get its fiscal house in order.

Oct 26, 2020 10:07 AM Read more >

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