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B.C. working on remedies to heal doctor crisis: Dix

B.C. working on remedies to heal doctor crisis: Dix

This story is part of an ongoing look at the challenges facing the health-care system in Greater Victoria and B.C. Future stories will look at possible solutions, things that are working well, and the B.C.
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Want your child to keep their brains moving this summer? Try this

Want your child to keep their brains moving this summer? Try this

With school officially done for summer, kids ages 5-14 have the opportunity to participate in the BC Summer Reading Club - a fun, free, and inclusive literacy program offered by public libraries in more than 200 communities throughout B.C.
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ICBC can't estimate premiums for drivers renewing after Sept. 1 when changes kick in

ICBC can't estimate premiums for drivers renewing after Sept. 1 when changes kick in

Accident-causing drivers will face higher premiums for basic and optional insurance. But whether good drivers pay less remains to be seen
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Fireworks outside of Canada Day show banned in Powell River

Fireworks outside of Canada Day show banned in Powell River

City can charge fines and fire department costs for illegal fireworks
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North Island-Powell River candidates split over national pharmacare recommendations

North Island-Powell River candidates split over national pharmacare recommendations

Riding opponents react to advisory council’s report
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Coast guard celebrates first new ship in decades

Coast guard celebrates first new ship in decades

You could forgive the Canadian Coast Guard for filling all the free space aboard their new vessel with crew, staff, VIPs, visitors and well-wishers Thursday to witness the handover of a ship.
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Bus service between Powell River and Vancouver to be reduced

Bus service between Powell River and Vancouver to be reduced

Sunshine Coast Connector applies to cut operation from 12 months to four
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Vancouver Coastal Health says number of new HIV cases down by 52 per cent

Vancouver Coastal Health says number of new HIV cases down by 52 per cent

There have been only 26 new cases so far this year
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City of Powell River statement of financial information will be sent to province

City of Powell River statement of financial information will be sent to province

Report lists remuneration and expenses of councillors and employees
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Mechanical issue on Langdale-Horseshoe Bay ferry may affect Powell River travellers

Mechanical issue on Langdale-Horseshoe Bay ferry may affect Powell River travellers

BC Ferries removes Queen of Coquitlam from service prior to holiday weekend
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