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South Okanagan Women in Need Society to fill backpacks for people in needSOWINS is reaching out to the public for more help, either through monetary donations or people can buy a complete backpack.LifestyleNov 27, 2023
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South Okanagan Women in Need Society to receive over $300K in federal fundingThe funds will go towards hiring a part-time substance use counsellor and will help their outreach program reach more people.HealthMar 21, 2023
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South Okanagan Women In Need Society to hold annual walk in JuneThe Walk to End Abuse will take place on Sunday, June 5, at Rotary Park in Penticton.CanadaFeb 11, 2022
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Advocates calling for safe drug supply amid deadliest year for overdoses in B.C.According to the B.C. Corners Service, 371 people died from a suspected overdose in the Interior Health region last year.HealthFeb 9, 2022
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Penticton fire department responding to spike in overdose callsThe Penticton fire department and B.C. ambulance services work hand in hand to respond to the numerous overdose calls.HealthJan 17, 2022
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40 years of South Okanagan Women in Need Society marked with fundraising walkOne in three women have experienced abuse in their lives and one woman a week in Canada is killed by their intimate partner.LifestyleJun 7, 2021
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South Okanagan Women In Need Society hosting virtual fundraiser in JuneSOWINS is dedicated to helping women and children in need and provides counselling, shelter, safety and support.CanadaMay 22, 2021
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Penticton averaging a drug overdose per day, prompting renewed calls for overdose prevention sitePenticton averages 20 calls each month for potential drug overdoses. So far this month, paramedics have responded to 18 calls, according to ambulance paramedics.Nov 18, 2019
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Emergency winter shelter in Penticton nearing capacityA new low-barrier emergency winter shelter located at the former Super 8 motel on Main Street in Penticton opened its doors last WednesdayWeatherNov 8, 2017
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Annual Penticton march against violence in support of victimsThe annual Take Back the Night march took place in Penticton Wednesday and saw participants walk to support victims of violence.CrimeSep 28, 2017
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