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Unless the rising waters of the North Thompson River dislodge May Milling's car from its resting place, the search for the missing Gibsons woman is on hold for a couple of months, police said on Thursday, May 19.

The busy summer camping season launched last week with a new passport program that offers British Columbians - especially families - one more reason to visit B.C. parks this summer, Environment Minister Terry Lake announced.

The Pacific National Exhibition (PNE), one of the most dynamic and vibrant venues in North America and home to the beloved annual Fair at the PNE, is calling for applications for its 2011 PNE Youth Council.

A 23-year-old Sechelt female and 17-year-old Sechelt male were arrested and are facing several charges after an alleged assault of a bus driver.

A 28-year-old Gibsons man is facing several weapons-related charges after he was arrested May 16 by Sunshine Coast RCMP.

Twelve members of the Powell River Sunshine Coast Riding association attended the B.C. Liberal policy convention May 13 to 14 in Penticton.

On each weekend between May 14 and June 12, thousands of Canadians will take part in the Stride to Turn the Tide national fundraising walk, as an act of solidarity with grandmothers raising grandchildren orphaned by AIDS in Africa.

A review of B.C.'s Coastal Ferry Act will identify improvements to the act which would better allow the commissioner to balance the interests of ferry users with the financial sustainability of the ferry operators, B.C.

Notice. Listen. Respect. Stand with B.C. children and youth in care. These are powerful words, and they hold a personal meaning for thousands of children and youth in government care across the province.

Communication allows us to express our thoughts, beliefs and wishes, and plays an important role in shaping relationships. For caregivers of a person with dementia, communication is vital, but can become increasingly difficult.