Powell River News
Selkie Makes it Simple with Quick File Transfer
"As always, we welcome new and existing affiliates to work with us to bring this great software program directly to consumers everywhere"
Not only do you have to move them but you have to spend hours re-organizing them and getting them back into the order you like. via Press Release News From 24-7 Press Re...
Advocates book literacy growth
"The report gives a snapshot of the community, including factors which impact planning and delivery of services. The plan is based on values we developed, as well as a vision which is, 'literacy is for everyone, for every purpose, now!'"
LITERALLY SPEAKING: Powell River literacy advocates [left to right]: Jay Yule, School District 47 superintendent, Margaret Leitner, executive administrator of the Powell River Employment Program Society and ... via The Powell River Peak
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Powell River given accessibility money
"They'll be geared to different disabilities. Our idea is to let various organizations bring out the different aspects of what they do and the people they support."
A cheque for $20,000 is on its way to Powell River's Model Community Project. It's part of a funding announcement made Tuesday, September 18 by 2010 Legacies Now. via The Powell River Peak
Business climate healthy
"I have lived in a lot of places in the last eight years, but I haven't found any place like this. There is a real feeling of community here. One of the ways I want to make my contribution is to offer my skills."
ROAD TO WELLNESS: Edward Sanderson works with client Michele Perrin. Edward is a registered acupuncturist with a master's degree in traditional Chinese medicine and certification in other healing techniques. via The Powell River Peak
Three berry good bursaries available
"Because of the overwhelming support of the business community and residents of Powell River, Tourism Powell River is able to offer three bursaries of $300 each"
PULLING TOGETHER: Representatives from Tourism Powell River and the local business community presented three letters committing $300 bursaries to Tla'Amin First Nation, School District 47 and Malaspina ... via Powell River Peak
City showcases Games athletes for recognition
"We were welcoming people from all over the province and it was thrilling for us to cheer on our athletes"
BE NOT AFRAID: Mayor Stewart Alsgard [left] recently recognized local athletes who participated in the Powell River 2007 BC Disability Games. via Powell River Peak
Selkie Teams up with Avangate eCommerce on IFAW Campaign
"I look forward to working with Avangate and their affiliates to optimize the sales of Selkie Rescue in the global marketplace"
Data Recovery Software Working with Exciting European Sales System on campaign to save endangered animals /24-7PressRelease/ - POWELL RIVER, BC, CANADA, September 18, 2007 - The management at Tugboat ... via Press Release News From 24-7 Press Re...
Helping hands
Ferry chief advises cutback
Powell Riverites should discuss eliminating one run from the Saltery Bay--Earls Cove route to improve on-time performance, according to the president of BC Ferries.
Drunk driving police problem
"Just last night [Monday, September 3] I got called out at 10:45 for a drunk driver," said Corporal Carl McIntosh, of the Powell River RCMP. "He blew .17 and .18. That's way, way over the legal limit of .08. And we do see drivers who blow as high as .30. Much higher than that and you're dead. So there are drivers out there near death and they're still behind the wheel. Some of our officers pick up a couple of impaireds every shift. We see them all the time."
Rezoning review
Kenneth and Debra Jenkins applied initially in 2003 to have their property at 6952 Duncan Street rezoned to allow them to convert their existing 1,500-square-foot garage to an automotive service and repair facility. Their home is located on the same property at the front of the lot facing Duncan.
Texada group demands referendum
Members of an old organization that has new life will prepare a referendum question about a proposed liquefied natural gas facility and power plant on Texada Island.
Three berry good bursaries available
Three bursaries have been made possible by the success of the recent Powell River Blackberry Festival wine and cheese event.
City showcases Games athletes for recognition
Mayor Stewart Alsgard recently recognized local athletes from Powell River who participated in the Powell River 2007 BC Disability Games.
Selkie through the Lens
"Already we have saved irreplaceable images during the testing process."
Selkie Photo Recovery was developed by the award-winning programming team at Tugboat Enterprises when they heard from many customers that there is an urgent need to save precious photos and graphics from broken ... via Press Release News From 24-7 Press Re...
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Selkie Rescue Data Recovery Just Got Better
"We are finding that people are extremely receptive of our products."
New Version of Award-Winning Software features an Upgraded Kernel, Sleeker Operation with a Vista-Compatibility Upgrade /24-7PressRelease/ - POWELL RIVER, BC, CANADA, September 15, 2007 - Just when you thought ... via Press Release News From 24-7 Press Re...
BC Utilities Commission approves Terasen Gas commodity rate decrease
"The cooler summer reduced air conditioning use which resulted in more gas supply in the market. When combined with ample inventories already available, it allowed us some savings in the natural gas we purchase on behalf of our customers"
The BC Utilities Commission has approved changes to Terasen Gas rates that will reduce residential customers' annual natural gas bills by approximately 5.8 to 5.9 per cent. via Canada NewsWire
College helps student learns about himself
"The classes were small and this made the experience a little less intimidating. With small classes, the students and profs bond a little more than they would in a huge lecture hall."
Self-doubt morphs into enthusiasm for university-level studies Michael Barkowski was 19 years old, moved to Powell River during one of the area's worst winters, did not know anyone in town, then was forced to ... via The Powell River Peak
