Opinion

City of Powell River has no contractors willing to bid after two separate requests for the pocket park project at the corner of Alberni Street and Marine Avenue [“Quick Peak: Contractors pass on park,” August 2].

We all agree that it is a relief to come to, or be born in, a small town with fewer cars and a cleaner environment. However, over the course of the last few years all of this has, and is, changing. Read the statistics for the area.

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When people in Powell River are asked what is the most important issue facing the city, the number one answer is jobs and economic development.

Enact cat bylaws I would like to support Murray Dobbin's comments in his recent column [“Counterpoint: Keep your cats indoors,” July 19].

As wildfires continue to rage through the interior of BC, it has been inspiring to hear stories of Powell River residents stepping up and doing their part.

We have a world-class trail system in Powell River.

When Friends of Powell River appeared before City of Powell River committee of the whole recently and asked for free recreation passes for youth in poverty, council missed the opportunity to do the right thing, no questions asked or red tape necessar

Savage acts As someone who has worked in two wildlife recovery centres, I want to commend Murray Dobbin for his thoughtful piece ["Counterpoint: Keep your cats indoors,” July 19], which will no doubt draw defensiveness from some people, who need to s

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