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Villa closes out preseason with 1-0 win

Close game against VIU Mariners thrills crowd at Timberlane Field

Sep 1, 2021 11:12 AM Read more >

Vegan chef shares results of health journey

Jesse Rubboli created recipes for himself, then garnered an audience through social media

Sep 1, 2021 10:05 AM Read more >

Seniors’ organization in qathet region receives funds

Powell River Assist provides services, including dealing with elder abuse

Sep 1, 2021 6:40 AM Read more >

qathet Region bathtub racers compete in 10-lap race

Event at Willingdon Beach displays unique aquatic sport

Aug 31, 2021 6:30 PM Read more >

Dr. Bonnie Henry comments on COVID-19 vaccine booster shots for B.C. residents

Who will require a third dose and when?

Aug 31, 2021 3:56 PM Read more >

Unvaccinated driving COVID-19 surge in B.C., new data show

Unvaccinated 34 times more likely to land in hospital than fully vaccinated, in mid-to-late August.

Aug 31, 2021 3:10 PM Read more >

Fisheries fines issued in qathet region

Fishery officers active in tracking down fisheries offenders

Aug 30, 2021 5:32 PM Read more >

COVID-19 cases decline, but serious infections rise in B.C.

Unvaccinated people continue to drive infections and hospitalizations.

Aug 30, 2021 4:08 PM Read more >

Let’s Talk Trash: Compostable plastic conundrum

The tale of compostable plastics. On the surface, they sound like a panacea solution to plastic pollution.

Aug 30, 2021 3:02 PM Read more >

City of Powell River to consider additional roadway paving

Councillors hear proposal to spend $2 million this year improving roads

Aug 30, 2021 6:00 AM Read more >