Opinion

Reality test I was a bit surprised to see John Weston quoted as saying “It seems the only reason someone wants to provoke an election isn’t for the good of Canadians, but for the self interest of trying to go into government.

by Ken McLeish I find it extremely unfair and, to a much greater degree, discriminatory that BC Ferries’ special little benefits from time to time focus exclusively on travellers out of the Vancouver area.

Cotreatment concerns I am deeply concerned about the way Powell River is being led into adopting a “cotreatment” sewage plan that I believe will have negative impacts on the city as a whole [“Consultation plan goes back to staff,” February 9].

by Dr. Leah Bendell and Dr.

Shock waves swept through Powell River last week, but they weren’t caused by an earthquake.

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Powell River Regional District directors have made a good choice in deciding to develop access to the waterfront in implementing the parks and greenspace plan.

When the head of the BC Treaty Commission speaks out on an issue, people pay attention.

by Rob Higgin A local economy is either through-put or cyclic. Rural communities tend to be through-put, exporting raw materials, importing food and finished goods. A cyclic economy is more independent.

Predictions Seen this movie before? This being the season of the groundhog, I feel the urge to make a prediction or two.