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Healing sessions planned as more unmarked graves found on Vancouver Island

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The Penelakut First Nation near Chemainus says over 160 undocumented grave sites have been discovered on their grounds and foreshore. In a letter posted on social media, the first nation...

Programs return, restrictions ease at Powell River Rec Center 

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Now that B.C is in Stage 3 of the restart plan, new and more open access is here for the Powell River Recreation Complex. Lots of new changes have been...

Over 850 people lose their lives to toxic illicit drugs in 2021

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Another 160 people lost their lives this May due to illicit drug toxicity. It's the 15th consecutive month where B.C has seen deaths related to toxic drugs get above 100,...

Record Heat wave continues this week across Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast 

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With the hot temperatures continuing this week, Island Health is reminding you to take it easy. A heat warning is in effect for most of Vancouver Island and the Sunshine...

BC SPCA reminds pet guardians about dangers of leaving animals in hot cars 

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With record high temperatures rolling out across Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast, the BCSPCA is asking pet owners not to leave animals in parked cars.  “We can’t stress strongly...

Fire ban in effect for Coastal Fire Centre this week

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Effective at noon Wednesday, June 23rd, most open burning activities will be prohibited throughout the Coastal Fire Centre. This prohibition is being introduced to help reduce wildfire risk and protect...

Premier John Horgan says we ‘must recognize the systemic racism’

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Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day. Premier John Horgan says as we honour and celebrate Indigenous communities today, we must also recognize the systemic racism, discrimination and intergenerational trauma Indigenous...

New BC Transit route from Saltery Bay to Powell River on the way 

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Powell River and Lund residents have a new way to get to the BC Ferries Saltery Bay Terminal. Starting June 28th, BC Transit is adding a new bus route between...

Provincial travel restrictions lifted as B.C moves into Step 2 Tuesday

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Step 2 of B.C’s restart plan begins tomorrow That means you will be able to travel outside of your regional...

Vancouver Island man donating time and equipment to find more residential school graves 

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A Vancouver Island man is doing what he can to uncover the truth about residential schools on Vancouver Island.  Graeme...

Vancouver Island student wins $10,000 grant for Habitat for Humanity projects

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Vancouver Island students are once again making a national impact.  Every year Habitat for Humanity launches its Meaning of Home...

Over 70% of British Columbians have now received at least one vaccine shot 

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We might be able to visit family and friends outside of our regional zones very soon. That’s because so far,...

RCMP investigating after 14-year-old overdoses in Campbell River 

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RCMP officers on Vancouver Island are investigating after a 14-year-old boy died of a drug overdose. Campbell River RCMP Constable...

B.C moves ahead with ‘four step plan’ to return to normal 

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In-person dining is allowed again. But the travel restrictions around the province will continue until at least June 15th. That...

Know the dangers of leaving your pet in your car; RCMP

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Try to leave your pets at home when you plan to do errands. That's the message from Powell River RCMP...

 Millions in upgrades coming to coast schools this year

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Better ventilation, electric buses and better energy efficiency are on the way for some school districts on the Sunshine...
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Deaths, injuries confirmed at CFB Wainwright as military notifies families

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Several people have died and many others have been injured at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, the Canadian Armed Forces confirmed in a statement dated Oct. 18.

Jim Palm elected mayor of Powell River

2026 Municipal Election
Powell River voters have elected Jim Palm as mayor.

Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast residents vote in municipal elections

2026 Municipal Election
It's general voting day for B.C.'s local elections, with Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast residents casting ballots to choose mayors and councillors, regional district directors and school trustees.

B.C. election: A look at the main party promises as advance voting begins

2026 BC Election
With advance voting underway in B.C.'s provincial election, the major parties are offering competing plans on affordability, health care, housing and the economy.

Randene Neill running for BC NDP in Powell River-Sunshine Coast

2026 BC Election
BC NDP candidate Randene Neill is seeking re-election in Powell River-Sunshine Coast, pointing to housing, jobs and affordability as priorities for the riding.
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