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Powell River terminal building shuts down

Powell River terminal building shuts down

Airport however, remains operational
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New ferry conducting trials in area

New ferry conducting trials in area

Island Discovery will be tested on local routes
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Defining social distancing, self-isolation and quarantine

Defining social distancing, self-isolation and quarantine

If you’re in self-isolation, it’s OK to step outside, but don’t go shopping
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City and school district playgrounds off limits

City and school district playgrounds off limits

Closures for play areas announced
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North Island – Powell River MP part of emergency legislation debate

North Island – Powell River MP part of emergency legislation debate

Rachel Blaney and colleagues pass COVID-19 aid legislation
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BC Ferries advises to avoid non-essential travel

BC Ferries advises to avoid non-essential travel

Steps have been taken for safety of passengers and crew
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42 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in B.C., bringing total to 659

42 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in B.C., bringing total to 659

B.C. has cleared hospital space for almost 4,000 possible COVID-19 patients, but potential shortages of personal protective equipment for health workers has become “our wicked problem,” provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry said Wednesday.
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Tourism on the Sunshine Coast shows growth

Tourism on the Sunshine Coast shows growth

Number of visitors increased
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City of Powell River meeting schedule changes

City of Powell River meeting schedule changes

Only council meetings will now be held
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Childcare report research outlines requirements

Childcare report research outlines requirements

Powell River region has shortage of resources
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