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Community must benefit
Gwenne Farrell Vice-President, Canadian Office and Professional Employees Union, Local 378 The Powell River Peak has encouraged both community members and corporate citizens to participate in the public ... via The Powell River Peak
Rancher makes lives bearable
"It is nice to be able to help bring Charlie here in person to share this special film."
BRUIN BUDDY: Rescuing grizzly bear cubs in the Kamchatka Peninsula near Russia has become an 11-year quest for Charlie Russell, who is taking a rest with one of his charges by the water. via The Powell River Peak
Fire chief receives honour of distinction from national peers
"It's been my privilege for the last two years to work with you. That's been an honour too."
NATIONAL HONOUR: Dean Gerhart, director of fire and emergency services, has been designated a Chief Fire Officer by the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs. via Powell River Peak
City and regional district argue
An email from a Powell River Regional District director's wife and a regional board motion were incorrectly linked in comments made during a City of Powell River council meeting.
Fire chief receives honour of distinction from national peers
Dean Gerhart, director of fire and emergency services, has been designated a Chief Fire Officer by the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs.
Currently there are 35 Chief Fire Officers across the country, seven of whom are in British Columbia.
MABA wants action on improvement
Councillors voted at the August 28 meeting to direct staff to continue to look for grant funding and negotiate terms with business owners for a shared-funding scheme.
Schools reduce junk foods
Council seeks parkland swap
City of Powell River councillors have voted to proceed with an alternative approval process to obtain elector approval for a park exchange linked to a new development.
City offers access for fee
Residents outside City of Powell River boundaries can now purchase resident status on an annual basis.
City councillors adopted an amendment to the parks, recreation and culture fees and charges bylaw at the August 28 council meeting.
Ambassador training invaluable
"I really appreciate Kim's involvement and continued stewardship in the program"
A STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE: Powell River Youth Ambassador coordinator Kim Miller [left] and Miss Powell River 2007 Mariah Beamin look over photographs of past participants. via The Powell River Peak
Too busy for slumber
"I love going to work each day and meeting the wonderful people of our community"
More than bedding is available at Beyond the Bed, a newly named store now owned by Linda Whiteley. via The Powell River Peak
Solar energy system empowers
"This is one of the major roadblocks that stand in the way of solar energy or other green technologies"
POWER CONVERSION: The inverter is a breaker box-sized unit mounted inside Jeremy Mercer's garage. via The Powell River Peak
MLA now children and family critic
"We have grandparents in Powell River, uncles and aunts who know were it not for them, their child would probably have to go into care. Yet, at the same time, those guardians are not being given the kind of support they need."
ON THE LINE: United Steelworkers Union member Bob Henderson [left], who works at the Stillwater dryland sort, gave Powell River-Sunshine Coast MLA Nicholas Simons information about the month-long forestry ... via The Powell River Peak
Greens pushing climate change message
"That logging permit never should have been allowed"
It's time for Canadians to collectively pull up their socks and start making major changes in the way we move, eat, shop and develop. via Coast Reporter
