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Weather challenges search for Vancouver Island man who failed to return from canoe trip

A search is ongoing after James "Dakota" Smith, 34, failed to return from a solo canoe trip off northern Vancouver Island amid stormy weather Friday. Authorities were called to search for Smith after he was a few hours late to return home to his partner and two young children.

Weather challenges search for Vancouver Island man who failed to return from canoe trip

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Nyong’o Appoints Chairpersons to Kisumu County Hospital Management Boards

Kisumu Governor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o has appointed new chairpersons to the Hospital Management Boards of various Level 4 and Level 5 health facilities across the county for a three-year term.

  • Governor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o appoints chairpersons for Kisumu County hospitals.
  • Appointments commence September 5, 2026, as per November 6 gazette notice.
  • New chairpersons include Steve Owiti, Charles Wangonya Abondo, and Rashid Miruka.

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