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B.C. nears 500,000 fully vaccinated, as new infections stay low

Hospitalizations and ICU patient numbers are at new seven month lows.

Jun 11, 2021 3:38 PM Read more >

Community society indicates interest in old Lund fire hall

Facility to be vacated when new fire hall is complete; qathet Regional district staff will look into request

Jun 11, 2021 2:36 PM Read more >

Powell River Board of Education briefs

Passes 2021/2022 budget of $41,215,909; Outlines capital projects; Receives Brooks Secondary School re-turfing project update

Jun 11, 2021 12:40 PM Read more >

These jaw-dropping waterspouts were spotted moving across B.C. waters (PHOTOS & VIDEO)

A vibrant rainbow arched overhead, too.

Jun 11, 2021 12:05 PM Read more >

Team studies waste stream in qathet region

Exercise will provide regional district insight into solid waste components

Jun 11, 2021 10:30 AM Read more >

Library activity for youth in Powell River teaches soil science

Public library connects with community gardens to bring summer reading club outside

Jun 11, 2021 10:21 AM Read more >

Viewpoint: Old-growth forest protection

There is an overhaul of forestry policy taking place right now in our province. This is not a fast or easy process, but it is well underway. ~ Nicholas Simons

Jun 11, 2021 10:15 AM Read more >

Letter: The job of municipal government is to serve the public

"It is not the job of the city to trim public services so as to protect certain businesses from competition..."

Jun 11, 2021 9:37 AM Read more >

Powell River Peak receives recognition at Ma Murray Community News Media Awards

BC and Yukon publications gather virtually for annual ceremony

Jun 11, 2021 8:30 AM Read more >

Cartoon: A good cry

Whose turn is it for a meltdown?

Jun 11, 2021 12:15 AM Read more >

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