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Editorial: Heat wave

Higher than average temperatures are expected to continue for coastal British Columbia today

Aug 13, 2021 12:05 AM Read more >

Letter: Forgiveness is the first step

Let’s forgive but not forget. We don’t want to repeat history. ~ Don Bourcier

Aug 12, 2021 11:55 PM Read more >

Volunteers put out wildfire in qathet region near Powell Lake

Smoke spotted in trees leads to community firefighting effort

Aug 12, 2021 4:10 PM Read more >

Active COVID-19 infections in B.C. hit new 11-week high

Number of people fighting infections up 85% in past week

Aug 12, 2021 3:14 PM Read more >

Dr. Bonnie Henry comments on vaccine passports for non-essential services in B.C.

Will you need a vaccine passport to go out to eat or see a movie? 🤔

Aug 12, 2021 2:00 PM Read more >

UPDATED: Fish farm report disappoints North Island-Powell River MP

Rachel Blaney says there is no clear plan on industry transition

Aug 12, 2021 1:04 PM Read more >

Fire centre monitors wildfires in qathet region

Three fires in Powell Lake area under observation

Aug 12, 2021 12:52 PM Read more >

Homelessness funding granted to Tla'amin, qathet region governments

Province provides $772,199 to three local governments for supports for people in need

Aug 12, 2021 12:09 PM Read more >

qathet Regional District planning committee recommends final adoption of Texada official community plan

Bylaw to come before regional board in later this month

Aug 12, 2021 9:54 AM Read more >

BCCDC: Four COVID-19 cases reported in the qathet region from August 1 to 7

Total is up from one case during the July 24 to 31 reporting period

Aug 11, 2021 5:05 PM Read more >