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Body cams, more oversight for conservation officers, says group upset over B.C. bear killings

Body cams, more oversight for conservation officers, says group upset over B.C. bear killings

'B.C. is not a shooting gallery for government employees'
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Texada Island to Powell River sailings cancelled by BC Ferries

Texada Island to Powell River sailings cancelled by BC Ferries

Adverse weather conditions result in ferry holding in dock
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BC Ferries cancels all Comox-Powell River round-trip sailings

BC Ferries cancels all Comox-Powell River round-trip sailings

High wind conditions result in Salish Eagle cancellations from Little River Terminal to Westview Terminal
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Record-breaking $70M jackpot up for grabs

Record-breaking $70M jackpot up for grabs

With 10 Maxmillion prizes, a total of $80 million in top prizes are available
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City of Powell River Council endorses reduction in flat tax

City of Powell River Council endorses reduction in flat tax

Mayor Dave Formosa and councillor Jim Palm oppose the initiative
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qathet Regional District briefs

qathet Regional District briefs

Expressing thanks; Sets dates; Approves charges; Authorizes agreement; Amends fees
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‘Priceless’ preemie: B.C.’s first baby born at RCH to Coquitlam family

‘Priceless’ preemie: B.C.’s first baby born at RCH to Coquitlam family

The mother of B.C.’s first baby of 2020 had plans for a big party on New Year’s Eve. The baby in her belly, however, had even bigger plans.
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These are the most popular BC baby names in 2019

These are the most popular BC baby names in 2019

The BC government has announced a list of the most popular names for babies in 2019. Can we get a drum roll please? Olivia is leading the way for babies born this year in British Columbia.
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Lotto Max sits at $65 million for Tuesday night’s draw

Lotto Max sits at $65 million for Tuesday night’s draw

Imagine starting 2020 with $65 million in your pocket? That could be the reality for someone as Tuesday’s Lotto Max jackpot stands at $65 million. There are also an estimated $8 max million prizes also up for grabs in tonight’s draw.
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Development cost charge bylaw given consideration by City of Powell River Council

Development cost charge bylaw given consideration by City of Powell River Council

Bylaw receiving its first revision in 10 years
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