Local News

Editorial: Well-deserved day set aside for moms

Every second Sunday in May, we pause to honour the women in our lives who support us unconditionally

May 9, 2025 8:30 PM Read more >

Paving project approved for Powell River Airport

City council accepts proposal to repave parking lot, apron and taxiway

May 9, 2025 7:30 PM Read more >

Powell River Fire Rescue applies for grant related to 911 system

City council approves application after reviewing submission from fire chief Martin Drakeley

May 9, 2025 6:30 PM Read more >

Powell River Council supports wildfire service variance request

Stairs for triple-wide trailer will encroach into setback area of adjoining lease area on Empress Way at airport

May 9, 2025 4:05 PM Read more >

Tax rates bylaw adopted by City of Powell River Council

Average single-family dwelling in City of Powell River will see an 8.6 per cent increase in taxes and user fees

May 9, 2025 12:18 PM Read more >

Powell River Action Centre Food Bank sees increase in demand

Requests for hampers increased 33 per cent 2024 and has doubled since 2019

May 9, 2025 10:27 AM Read more >

Miss real social media? Syrup promises connection without the chaos

New Canadian social newsfeed sees great success since soft launch.

May 9, 2025 6:30 AM Read more >

Good morning, Peak readers, here's today's forecast

Photo feature of the day, current and upcoming temperature details, today in history and local gas prices

May 9, 2025 5:20 AM Read more >

Welcome mural unveiled at False Bay on Lasqueti

Northern Coast Salish thrived and lived on the island for thousands of years

May 8, 2025 8:30 PM Read more >

A cacophony of song can be heard at this time of year in qathet

Billions of birds are migrating from the south at the moment

May 8, 2025 7:30 PM Read more >