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Hospitalizations fall, as B.C. records lowest number of new COVID-19 cases in six weeks

Hospitalizations fall, as B.C. records lowest number of new COVID-19 cases in six weeks

15 more people have died in the past three days in B.C. from COVID-19.
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COVID-19 exposure identified at Powell River school

COVID-19 exposure identified at Powell River school

Brooks Secondary School online class identified by Vancouver Coastal Health as site
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Near and Far: Millions never participate in our democracy

Near and Far: Millions never participate in our democracy

There is something wonderfully democratic in the idea that literally anyone can seek to become a member of parliament.
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St. John Ambulance encourages everyone to become emergency prepared

St. John Ambulance encourages everyone to become emergency prepared

Emergency Preparedness Week is May 2 to 8, a time for everyone to reflect on how prepared they are for the risks in their area.
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Kicking the Clutter: How to free yourself from clutter traps

Kicking the Clutter: How to free yourself from clutter traps

Do you have an emotional attachment to your stuff?
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Goaltender earns first star honours in Powell River Kings loss to Surrey Eagles

Goaltender earns first star honours in Powell River Kings loss to Surrey Eagles

Nick Peters stops 27 of 29 shots; Eagles prevail 2-1 over Kings in Burnaby
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Financial Literacy: Ever heard of the stress test?

Financial Literacy: Ever heard of the stress test?

In an attempt to get our current home prices under control, OSFI is now proposing an even more strict change to this mortgage stress test.
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ICBC's new 'enhance care' coverage starts today with discounts promised

ICBC's new 'enhance care' coverage starts today with discounts promised

Today, May 1, marks the start of a new era for ICBC as the corporation launches Enhanced Care coverage and transitions to a new care-based model. Enhanced Care is a redesigned approach to auto insurance.
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BCHL: Powell River defeats Coquitlam for sixth time in eight meetings

BCHL: Powell River defeats Coquitlam for sixth time in eight meetings

Kings outscore Express 3-2 at Scotia Barn in Burnaby
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UPDATED: BC Ferries cancels Route 3 summer trial, saying it was too ‘divisive’

UPDATED: BC Ferries cancels Route 3 summer trial, saying it was too ‘divisive’

Langdale-Horseshoe Bay service to Sunshine Coast will continue as normal
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