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High B.C. COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations prompt government action

Hospitalizations rise by five to 138, the highest level since June 15.

Aug 24, 2021 4:28 PM Read more >

Ratepayers advocate for Powell River neighbourhood

Townsite society aims to protect ‘heritage and beauty of the community’

Aug 24, 2021 11:45 AM Read more >

B.C. puts mask mandate back in place for indoor public spaces

The provincial health order is effective Aug. 25, 2021.

Aug 24, 2021 9:58 AM Read more >

B.C.'s back-to-school plan will see return of mask mandate

Full-time, in-class learning resumes Sept. 7.

Aug 24, 2021 9:46 AM Read more >

qathet Regional District briefs

Considers Telus support letters; Recommends report for Savary Island recreation service; Considers regional emergency services agreement; Recommends applying for woodstove exchange funding

Aug 24, 2021 6:00 AM Read more >

Let’s Talk Trash: Anger or advocacy?

Plastic-filled oceans, the smoke stacks of industry, and over-consumption of world resources are justifiably in our face.

Aug 23, 2021 4:48 PM Read more >

'The short answer is no': Dr. Bonnie Henry says 'no exemptions' to vaccine passport order

Aside from children under 12, B.C.'s top doctor says everyone will be expected to show proof of vaccination.

Aug 23, 2021 4:10 PM Read more >

Regional director proposes allowing volunteers to help in qathet parks

Board to consider staff report into community assistance

Aug 23, 2021 4:09 PM Read more >

B.C.'s COVID-19 death toll jumps by 16, to 1,801

Hospitalizations and ICU patient numbers hit multi-month highs.

Aug 23, 2021 3:17 PM Read more >

Everything you need to know about B.C.'s new vaccine passport mandate

What kind of places will require proof of vaccination?

Aug 23, 2021 3:01 PM Read more >

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