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Editorial: HST decision

Editorial: HST decision

BC’s government is cutting the HST by two percentage points over the next three years as well as providing rebates to seniors and families with children under 18.
Letters to the Editor: June 1, 2011

Letters to the Editor: June 1, 2011

Message strong and clear I write to congratulate our City of Powell River mayor and council for the open house and dialogue event seeking public input regarding our city’s liquid waste management plan ( LWMP) [“Open house presents detailed informatio
Editorial: Public input

Editorial: Public input

Residents have spoken on the City of Powell River’s options for treating sewage.
Viewpoint: Fire brings out the best in people

Viewpoint: Fire brings out the best in people

by Barb Rees Our busy Saturday started with a trip to the dump, before going to Town Centre Mall to purchase a new cell phone.
Editorial Cartoon

Editorial Cartoon

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Editorial: Fighting fares

Editorial: Fighting fares

Since the provincial government transformed BC Ferries from a Crown corporation to a quasi-public-private company in 2003, fares have increased by 60 per cent on the minor routes. The ferry commissioner has given preliminary approval for an 8.
Editorial: Barge deal

Editorial: Barge deal

Relocating the barge terminal facility to Townsite proved to be a trickier proposition than expected. City of Powell River officials learned a great deal along the way and eventually made the right decision to keep the facility in public hands.
Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

Shooting of bears Like many residents I was shocked, disgusted and angry about the killing of the cubs and their mother [“Resident shoots bear cubs,” May 18]. These bears frequented our property and we all managed to live peacefully.
Viewpoint: Hold town hall before decision

Viewpoint: Hold town hall before decision

by Paul Schachter Our digital age has helped create a more educated and informed public, one that insists on increased openness, accountability and responsiveness in government. That’s a good thing.
Editorial Cartoon: May 18, 2011

Editorial Cartoon: May 18, 2011

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