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Powell River woman convicted of animal cruelty charges

Defendant found guilty on two counts; case dates back to 2015

Apr 6, 2020 4:01 PM Read more >

Simons asks solicitor general to look into Coast gas prices

Powell River-Sunshine Coast MLA Nicholas Simons is asking the province’s solicitor general to look into gas prices in the riding.

Apr 6, 2020 12:44 PM Read more >

Wearing home-made masks may help stop virus spread: Health Canada

The wearing of home-made, non-medical face masks may help stop the spread of COVID-19.

Apr 6, 2020 12:33 PM Read more >

City of Powell River responds to facial recognition technology letters

Submissions urge council to place moratorium on use

Apr 6, 2020 12:15 PM Read more >

Council appoints Powell River Community Forest directors

Mayor also named as city’s representative

Apr 6, 2020 7:00 AM Read more >

B.C. Ferries says passengers with COVID-19 symptoms won't be allowed to board

B.C. Ferries has started screening passengers for COVID-19 symptoms or recent international travel before allowing them to board.

Apr 5, 2020 4:26 PM Read more >

Deadline extended for B.C. property assessment appeals

The deadline for appeals to property assessments in B.C. has been moved from April 30 to June 1

Apr 4, 2020 11:00 AM Read more >

City of Powell River Council rescinds conflict policy

Committee members freer to express thoughts, says councillor

Apr 3, 2020 4:53 PM Read more >

Powell River mayor acknowledges efforts during pandemic

Dave Formosa urges community to not weaken resolve

Apr 3, 2020 2:42 PM Read more >

Open burning prohibited in qathet Regional District

Small campfires still permitted

Apr 3, 2020 2:40 PM Read more >