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Apple growers ask province for millions in relief

BC orchardists are hoping a meeting with the provincial Agriculture Minister Steve Thompson will translate into financial assistance.

Drug Busted in Princeton

Authorities busted four Lower Mainland men after conducting two separate roadside stops and finding large quantities of marijuana.

Pharmacy Awareness Week Celebrated

The BC Pharmacist Association is encouraging the public to have good relationships with their pharmacists to better your health.

Man Charged with Second Degree Murder, Previously Convicted of Killing a Toddler

A man charged in a homicide death outside of Slack Alice's in Penticton was convicted of beating a three year old girl to death in Kingston, Ontario more than a decade ago.

Community Foundation Application Numbers Impacted By Gaming Grant Cuts

As community groups wait to see if they qualify for provincial gaming grants, the Community Foundation of the South Okanagan says the demand for financial help will increase.

World Kidney Day Celebrated at Penticton Regional Hospital

With March 11th being World Kidney Day, the Penticton Regional Hospital will be celebrating with a new program.

Summerland Supports Water For Faulder

The District of Summerland is supporting providing water to Faulder residents.

BC Fruit Growers Worried About Low Snow Pack Levels

The head of the BC Fruits Growers Association calls the low snow pack issue a "crisis in the making".

Penticton Woman Grieves Son's Homicide Death

Even with an arrest and a charge laid, the mother of a Penticton man who was murdered last year says there is still no closure. 

Provincial Avalanche Warning Has Expired but Public Remains on Alert

The Avalanche Warning has expired in parts of the province, but the public should remain vigilant.