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Near and Far: Election comes against backdrop of interlocking crises

Near and Far: Election comes against backdrop of interlocking crises

Millions of Canadians won’t vote on September 20, for a wide variety of reasons, including a total lack of faith in politics as usual. ~ John Young
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Four candidates in the mix for North Island-Powell River seat

Four candidates in the mix for North Island-Powell River seat

NDP, Conservative, Green and Maverick parties have candidates set to vie for position representing riding in Ottawa
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B.C.'s COVID-19 hospitalizations surpass 100 for first time since June

B.C.'s COVID-19 hospitalizations surpass 100 for first time since June

104 COVID-19 patients sick enough to be in hospital; 47 in intensive care units.
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Let’s Talk Trash: Quality over quantity

Let’s Talk Trash: Quality over quantity

Instead of following trends, think of investing in pieces for your home, wardrobe and life that you will still enjoy for years to come.
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qathet Regional District committee recommends approval of floating dock project at Haywire Bay

qathet Regional District committee recommends approval of floating dock project at Haywire Bay

School District 47 outdoor learning centre planning an aquatic facility
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Early election call risks angering Canadian voters: pundits

Early election call risks angering Canadian voters: pundits

Parties are developing platforms but have yet to enunciate clear distinctions on policies.
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Ravens find refuge at Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society

Ravens find refuge at Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society

PROWLS: Rescue of the week
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Tla’amin Nation students complete health-care program

Tla’amin Nation students complete health-care program

Graduates ready for careers that are in demand
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Powell River Salmon Society seeks community support

Powell River Salmon Society seeks community support

Organization wants more money from federal government
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Deaths stay low as COVID-19 cases keep spiking in B.C.

Deaths stay low as COVID-19 cases keep spiking in B.C.

Active infections rise to highest level since May.
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