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Candidate list holds surprises


BREAKING NEWS — Powell River voters will have seven choices for mayor, 15 for council and 12 for school trustee when they vote in the November 15 local government election.
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Alsgard seeks fourth mayoral term


Stewart Alsgard, mayor of the City of Powell River, is seeking re-election, but two councillors have decided they will not run in the November 15 local government election.
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All candidates' forum lacks fireworks


Aspirants for the member of parliament's job in the West Vancouver - Sunshine Coast - Sea to Sky Country riding were on their best behaviour at the Powell River all candidates' forum.
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Wilson launches counter suit Incumbent MP Blair Wilson, the Green Party candidate in the West Vancouver-Sunshine Coast-Sea to Sky Country riding, has named numerous people in a legal action defending his reputation.
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Chinese and Canadian youth serve community National Day of the People’s Republic of China was celebrated at Powell River city hall with the raising of the flag and the singing of the national anthem.
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Grad passes on lessons Matt Emig put leadership skills he learned in the Brooks Outdoor Adventure Tourism Training (BOATT) program to good use this past summer.
Candidates enter final stretch IAN SUTHERLAND - LIBERAL PARTY
Seller receives bogus money Dave Rees listed one of his driftwood tables on a free Internet classified ad site called Kijiji. A prospective buyer contacted him. After an exchange of emails, two $1,500 Bank of Montreal money orders arrived.
BC Ferries' sailing cuts impact travel BC Ferries is reducing a number of sailings on its major routes over the fall and winter because of a significant reduction in traffic during the last few months.
Candidates outline economic plans Each week during the federal election campaign, the Powell River Peak, Whistler Question, Squamish Chief and Coast Reporter have asked the candidates a question and reported on their replies.
Company suspends advisory group meetings Island Timberlands’ postponement of its community advisory group (CAG) activity until next year is a reflection of market conditions and a commitment to certification processes, according to a company spokesperson.
Candidates weigh in on tanker ban John Weston, Conservative Party candidate in the October 14 federal election, said he believes a decision on whether to ban LNG (liquefied natural gas) tankers in the Inside Passage should be left to bureaucrats.
POLICE BRIEFS Accident traps man
Cranberry projects move forward During the September 30 council meeting, Councillor Myrna Leishman addressed concerns raised by Cranberry residents during the public question period at an earlier meeting.
Police make drug arrests On Wednesday, September 24 during a drug investigation, Powell River RCMP went to a residence in the 4500 block of Claridge Road. A search warrant under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act was obtained and executed. A large quantity of cocaine was seized by police as well as an undisclosed amount of money.
Bus routes stay in place City of Powell River council has decided not to make any changes to the transit route in the area around Nootka Street, Quadra Avenue and Oliver Street.
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Twins’ careers in harmony Identical twins Carli and Julie Kennedy are easy to tell apart. When they’re playing onstage, Carli’s the one with the guitar and Julie’s the one with the violin or bass guitar. Determining who is saying what during a telephone interview from Victoria is a different matter. Even the sisters say they sound identical. “Our voices are so similar we often can’t tell ourselves apart,” Julie said.
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ISLAND FACES: Twosome live life on small stage For Texada Islanders Peter and Mary Lock, play time means hard work.
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Recipe makes cut A Powell River resident is one of 16 semi-finalists in the Canadian Living 2008 Cook of the Year contest.
Event ranks as one of best Organizers of the recent Powell River Fall Fair are pleased with the positive feedback they have received about this year’s event.
Program teaches skills to empower parents Parents, professionals and all interested adults have an opportunity to learn how to better protect children from abuse.
SCHOOL DISTRICT: Contract sets goals Four goals have been established in School District 47’s achievement contract with the ministry of education for the coming year.
Reunion brings joy Brooks Senior High School’s classes of 1943 and 1944 arranged a reunion 65 years after graduation.
Winter market moves While the Open Air Market has finished for the season, a new winter market is opening on Joyce Avenue.
Challenge promotes mother’s milk Breastfeeding mothers in Powell River, as well as those at other registered sites in over 13 countries, will latch on their children at 11 am local time on Saturday, October 11 as part of the annual Breastfeeding Challenge.
OBITUARIES: October 8, 2008 TERESA MARIA CARLSON (nee Paiero)
BIRTHS: October 8, 2008 IT'S A GIRL! Darren, Shelley and Emily are pleased to announce the arrival of their daughter and little sister Victoria Elizabeth Hart, on August 17 at 10:56 am, weighing 7lbs 11oz. Heartfelt thanks to Audrey, Jackie and Dr. Rossouw for their wonderful support, and to our family and friends for taking such great care of Emmy while we were in the hospital; she had a great time with all of you!
AROUND TOWN: October 10, 2008 THIS WEEK
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EDITORIAL CARTOON Post your own comments below on the upcoming federal election.
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SPEAK TO THE PEAK What action, if any, are you taking in light of the American financial crisis?
Letters to the Editor First nations concerns — Cyndi Pallen, Klahanie Drive
VIEWPOINT: Time to show we mean business I sat down and read the article [“Fuel surcharge creates burden for residents,” August 13] and I had a good chuckle. I have attended as many Northern Sunshine Coast Ferry Advisory Committee meetings as I could and mostly I was the only resident there.
EDITORIAL: Voting vital In less than a week, Canada will have a new government and Canadians will likely be wondering why they’ve spent a quarter of a billion dollars or more on the process. After a month of campaigning, polling indicates the prospect of a majority government is slim.
EDITORIAL: Important election When City of Powell River voters go to the polls next month, they will be assured that city council has a different look.
Roses and Raspberries Roses to everyone who helped rescue our beached sailboat at Shelter Point Park.
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Frustration plagues team Athletes and teams in every sport have experienced what the Powell River Villa soccer team members are going through. Frustrated beyond the point of rational explanation, excuses or solutions they continue to do the only thing they can do.
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Otago suffers loss Powell River Otago Rugby Club are three games into the new season, practicing 5:30 to 7:30 pm, Tuesday and Thursday nights at Timberlane Sports Field. Everyone is welcome.
Goal deficit hurts It’s hunting season in the Interior and the Powell River Kings succeeded in bagging four points of the possible eight on a lengthy road trip.
Regals covet cup There will be a fundamental change in the way the Powell River Regals operate in the coming hockey season. The team has been working diligently on forming a Vancouver Island league which will include Nanaimo, Courtenay and the North Island.
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Aussie craftsman values family History confirms there is art and endurance in works created with tile. A young man from Australia has brought his considerable talent and ability to Powell River and is helping create lasting and beautiful tile projects here.
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Movie lifts lid on porta-potties Powell River Film Festival is hoping that a fundraiser this month will help the organization be flush for next year’s cinematic extravaganza.
Concert aids Family Place and Citizens’ Peace Panel Family Place will share in the proceeds and donations from a concert called the Musical Celebration of Peace.
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