The Kelowna Gospel Mission is approaching the final hours of its Christmas fundraising campaign with a gap of more than US$100,000 from its US$400,000 goal. Organizers have issued a last-minute plea, urging the community to step up before time runs out.

As summer approaches, the American Red Cross is urging the public to schedule blood donation appointments in May before seasonal activities fill up schedules. Patients are counting on donors to maintain the blood supply during the busy months ahead.

Authorities in Antioch are urgently seeking public assistance to locate missing child A’Dream Greggs, last seen on Ridgeview Drive on Monday. The 4-foot-11 girl has black and red waist-length braids and may be carrying a distinctive crossbody bag.