Kelowna RCMP are searching for a man who fled police and allegedly caused a hit and run collision involving five vehicles.

The 200 block of Leon Avenue in downtown Kelowna has been on a downward spiral for years.

Kelowna RCMP said officers responded to a person in medical distress who reportedly had a weapon.

Police say the suspect entered the TD Canada Trust branch on Ellis Street, where he demanded cash, then fled with an undisclosed amount of money.

Two residential buildings are proposed to be built on the north side of Leon Avenue, at the former Boyds Tire location, while a hotel would be built on the south side.

North End residents are organizing a petition against city council's sudden decision to announce the base of Knox Mountain as the site of a homeless encampment.

The site is open to tenters between 7 p.m. and 9 a.m. daily.

Randy Benson has announced his retirement after serving the community for 19 years.

The GoFundMe page has a goal of $50,000. As of Thursday afternoon, $200 had been raised.

Tim Schroeder is used to preaching before thousands who attend services at Trinity Baptist Church in Kelowna.