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B.C. Ferries seeks expressions of interest from shipyards for five new ferries

B.C. Ferries is aiming to have four new Island-class vessels and one new Salish-class vessel delivered in 2020 and 2021.

Jul 26, 2018 12:15 PM Read more >

qathet Regional District denies grow-op proposal

Electoral area directors split on vote to amend community plan

Jul 26, 2018 11:30 AM Read more >

UPDATED: Province approves overdose prevention funding for Powell River

Initiative will help stem high rate of local deaths from opioids

Jul 25, 2018 6:20 PM Read more >

Police patrol: Crime report

Powell River RCMP reported the following for July 18 to 24, 2018

Jul 25, 2018 11:36 AM Read more >

Province asks for input on clean growth

As part of its work to build a clean growth future for the province, government is inviting public input on clean transportation, clean and efficient buildings, and a clean-growth program for industry this summer.

Jul 25, 2018 8:07 AM Read more >

Mars shines brighter in evening sky

Earth passes between sun and red planet during celestial event

Jul 24, 2018 6:00 PM Read more >

Salmonella concerns prompt food recall

Food inspectors are warning against eating Pepperidge Farm goldfish crackers

Jul 24, 2018 2:48 PM Read more >

Two B.C. ministries push 10-year high in ombudsperson complaints: report

Two government ministries that provide services to British Columbia’s most vulnerable residents were responsible for a 10-year peak in complaints to the provincial advocate, says a report released Monday.

Jul 24, 2018 6:00 AM Read more >

Powell River and Texada Island RCMP investigate drowning at Diversity Festival

Prince Rupert woman dies at annual event

Jul 23, 2018 1:40 PM Read more >

City of Powell River and Tla’amin Nation reaffirm relations

Community Accord strengthens bond between communities

Jul 21, 2018 12:30 AM Read more >

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