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Police Patrol: Powell River RCMP report

Police Patrol: Powell River RCMP report

Incidents in the last week include a weapons investigation, phishing scams, theft of fuel, mischief involving spray paint, and a theft at Catalyst Paper
Kiwanis Club of Powell River adjusts to COVID-19 reality

Kiwanis Club of Powell River adjusts to COVID-19 reality

Charity work faces reduced funds
Winners of board of education seats in Powell River comment on byelection results

Winners of board of education seats in Powell River comment on byelection results

Newly elected school trustees to prioritize mental health, graduation rates, transparency and relations with Tla’amin Nation
COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. again rise to 500

COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. again rise to 500

No new COVID-19 deaths are known to have taken place in B.C. in the past day.
Education week synopsis from Powell River Board of Education chairperson highlights activity

Education week synopsis from Powell River Board of Education chairperson highlights activity

In the midst of a pandemic, we have been able to find innovative practices, unique learning experiences and new modalities for communication, says Dale Lawson.
Powell River businesses can compete for prizes through grant fund

Powell River businesses can compete for prizes through grant fund

New launch challenge gives entrepreneurs a chance to win $10,000
Federal budget thin for veterans, says North Island-Powell River MP

Federal budget thin for veterans, says North Island-Powell River MP

Ministry of Veterans Affairs responds to comments from Rachel Blaney, who called funding for those who served Canada a disappointment
Let’s Talk Trash: Backyard composting basics

Let’s Talk Trash: Backyard composting basics

A healthy home composting system balances the needs for carbon and nitrogen alongside managing for good airflow and moisture content.
Program in Powell River promotes youth volunteerism

Program in Powell River promotes youth volunteerism

Volunteer Powell River enters third year delivering Youth 20/20 Can
B.C. records fewest new COVID-19 cases in a 24-hour period in more than a month

B.C. records fewest new COVID-19 cases in a 24-hour period in more than a month

17 more people have died from the disease in the past three days.