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Counterpoint: Higher wages a social responsibility

Counterpoint: Higher wages a social responsibility

One of the reasons BC New Democratic Party was able to form government, with support from BC Green Party, is that it keyed in on the cost of living issue, promising to make life for BC residents more affordable.
Editorial cartoon: Blackberry Fest

Editorial cartoon: Blackberry Fest

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Viewpoint: Pride highlights weekend events in Powell River

Viewpoint: Pride highlights weekend events in Powell River

Celebrations honour past and current battles for human rights while encouraging inclusiveness
Editorial cartoon: Smoke

Editorial cartoon: Smoke

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Editorial: Open welcome

Editorial: Open welcome

In this week's cover story, a young rock climber suggests Powell River needs to be more open about what types of recreational opportunities we can provide to the rest of the world, and not keep them a secret.
Letters: Second thoughts

Letters: Second thoughts

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].
Viewpoint: Traffic bad but driver safety worse

Viewpoint: Traffic bad but driver safety worse

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.
Editorial cartoon: Fire ban

Editorial cartoon: Fire ban

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Counterpoint: Community Futures Powell River has room for improvement

Counterpoint: Community Futures Powell River has room for improvement

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.
Letters: Enact cat bylaws; Programs overlooked; Class act

Letters: Enact cat bylaws; Programs overlooked; Class act

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