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Province reports new COVID-19 cases continue to drop over long weekend

Province reports new COVID-19 cases continue to drop over long weekend

Active cases have dropped to fewer than 4,000
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Viewpoint: Some things aren’t worth fighting over

Viewpoint: Some things aren’t worth fighting over

The question we are bringing forward is: Are Israel Powell’s values the values shared by today’s Powell River? ~ Tla'amin Nation hegus John Hackett
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Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society rescues and treats bald eagle

Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society rescues and treats bald eagle

PROWLS: Rescue of the week
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Long weekend B.C. boaters urged to meet all safety protocols, both on-water and COVID-19

Long weekend B.C. boaters urged to meet all safety protocols, both on-water and COVID-19

Annual national awareness campaign is encouraging social-distanced boating and reiterates the use of lifejackets, which could end in a $230 fine if none are provided.
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Powell River groups provided funding through provincial program

Powell River groups provided funding through provincial program

Not-for-profit organizations receive grants
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Students warned about these terrible summer job scams

Students warned about these terrible summer job scams

The May long weekend is usually a marker for students to start job hunting. Many hope to secure employment as early as possible, so they can maximize their earnings over the three-month summer break.
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Powell River Community Forest gives proceeds from logging to city and organizations

Powell River Community Forest gives proceeds from logging to city and organizations

Dividend cheque presented at council meeting on May 20
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Multiple sclerosis flag raised at city hall in Powell River

Multiple sclerosis flag raised at city hall in Powell River

Mayor proclaims May as multiple sclerosis awareness month in and about the city
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Crab fisher found guilty for infractions in waters around Powell River

Crab fisher found guilty for infractions in waters around Powell River

Court levies $40,000 in fines and forfeiture of fishing gear
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Active COVID-19 infections in B.C. fall to more than 11-week low

Active COVID-19 infections in B.C. fall to more than 11-week low

Six more COVID-19 deaths raise province' death toll to 1,667.
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