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Powell River committee hears about democracy from resident

Powell River committee hears about democracy from resident

Presentation given on different processes
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Poll counts show NDP support across riding, Green strength in Sechelt and Roberts Creek

Poll counts show NDP support across riding, Green strength in Sechelt and Roberts Creek

Elections BC has released the poll-by-poll vote counts from the provincial election and they show much of the growth in the Green vote in Powell River-Sunshine Coast came from the Sechelt and Roberts Creek areas.
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Amendment sought for development permit at Powell River Airport

Amendment sought for development permit at Powell River Airport

City council to consider alteration regarding mixed-use aviation park
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Seniors advocate says rapid testing of staff in care homes makes sense

Seniors advocate says rapid testing of staff in care homes makes sense

As COVID-19 cases continue to surge amid a second wave of the pandemic, B.C.’s seniors watchdog is suggesting rapid testing of all staff at long-term care homes.
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Researchers call for plan to keep ICU patients from ending up back in hospital

Researchers call for plan to keep ICU patients from ending up back in hospital

British Columbia needs to act now to ensure people released from intensive care after COVID-19 treatment don’t end up back in hospital beds within months, according to a University of British Columbia researcher. Dr.
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Wilkinson quits as B.C. Liberal leader before a replacement is chosen

Wilkinson quits as B.C. Liberal leader before a replacement is chosen

In an earlier than expected announcement, Andrew Wilkinson quit before an interim leader was selected for the party.
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Additional funds for heating project approved by Powell River council

Additional funds for heating project approved by Powell River council

Upgrades at recreation complex require more money
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B.C. Ferries raked over the coals on U.S. late night TV amid financial woes

B.C. Ferries raked over the coals on U.S. late night TV amid financial woes

The interesting publicity comes at a difficult financial time for the corporation
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City of Powell River manager proposes weekly recycling

City of Powell River manager proposes weekly recycling

Pilot project for route E would result in more pickup opportunities
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Powell River mayor urges compliance with new provincial health regulations

Powell River mayor urges compliance with new provincial health regulations

Powell River residents were encouraged to follow provincial health regulations by City of Powell River Council members at a November 19 meeting. Mayor Dave Formosa said Dr.
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