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• ‘War’ on B.C. deciduous forests: Environmental groups call for end to herbicide use

  The province sprays thousands of hectares of B.C. forest with the herbicide glyphosate, and it's causing more harm than good, Stop the Spray BC members said in Peachland.

  Fire

  Jul 5, 2024
• Kelowna releases draft water-use plan, calls for public education on water use

  Officials in Kelowna say watering lawns and gardens is making the city one of the biggest water-users in Canada. The city is now seeking input on a water-use plan.

  Environment

  Jun 21, 2024
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• ‘Off the charts’: Residents concerned over E. coli count in Middle Shuswap River

  ‘We've got tests that show that E. coli is off the charts,’ said Bee Safe founder Huguette Allen. ‘They couldn't even calculate it. It was over 2,420.’

  Health

  May 24, 2024
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• Suspect identified in destructive downtown Vernon fire: RCMP

  Vernon RCMP Const. Chris Terleski confirmed to Global News that a suspect has been identified but that no formal charges have been laid.

  Canada

  Apr 16, 2024
• Man arrested after alleged random attack in Kelowna, B.C.

  “I caught this guy out of the corner of my eye walking down the street with a 4X4, about four feet long,” West Kelowna resident Tom Groat told Global News.

  Crime

  Apr 3, 2024
• Habitat for Humanity Okanagan auctioning off custom kitchen

  The not-for-profit teamed up with Norelco Cabinets in Kelowna and will be auctioning off a custom kitchen with the proceeds going to a very good cause.

  Canada

  Mar 13, 2024
• Vehicle close call with toddler a stark reminder for parking lot safety

  In the parking lot, video surveillance captured the moment when one of the family’s toddlers was nearly run over by an SUV last Thursday evening.

  Canada

  Feb 9, 2024
• Habitat for Humanity Lake Country build nears completion

  “I am on my own.. Just knowing that my kids are going to have a place to stay, it’s a weight off my shoulder that I don’t have to worry about.”

  Economy

  Apr 13, 2022
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• Roundup of wildfires throughout the Okanagan and area

  There are 11 wildfires of note in the region, and the White Rock Lake fire south of Westwold is the largest at 7,401 hectares.

  Canada

  Jul 21, 2021
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• Kelowna’s outdoor Farmers Market returns for new season

  “I know everyone wants to come to the Farmers Market and enjoy it. And a lot of people remember two years ago what it was like here – right now, we’re not like that."

  Canada

  Apr 3, 2021
• Staff shortage due to COVID-19 forces Revelstoke Mountain Resort to close

  Revelstoke has released a statement saying the mountain resort is experiencing a staff shortage because of what it called "COVID-19-related circumstances."

  Canada

  Mar 31, 2021
• Number of COVID-19 cases and vaccinations on the rise in B.C.

  “My hope is, the last week notwithstanding, that as we protect more and more people, we’ll be able to safely come together in-person and inside,” said Dr. Bonnie Henry.

  Canada

  Mar 27, 2021
• West Kelowna fire official predicting ‘very active’ wildfire season

  There have been a handful of grassfires in the area already this month, including two in West Kelowna on Saturday afternoon alone.

  Fire

  Mar 21, 2021
• Okanagan teams excited after BCHL gets green light for shortened season

  “After months and months of hard work behind the scenes by the league’s Return-to-Play Task Force, we are pleased to make the announcement that the BCHL will be back on the ice."

  Sports

  Mar 13, 2021
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• IHA working to vaccinate staff at Kelowna long-term care home amid COVID-19 outbreak

  'We are working towards getting as many staff as possible vaccinated -- there’s different reasons why people do not take a vaccine,' said Dr. Albert de Villiers of Interior Health.

  Canada

  Mar 12, 2021
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• B.C. easily ranks as Canada’s most livable province, Okanagan a big draw: Survey

  'Canada has some incredible hidden gems if you're relocating for a change in lifestyle; places people seldom think about,' said Robert McLister, mortgage editor at Ratesdotca.

  Canada

  Mar 12, 2021
• Kelowna RCMP asking for help from public in identifying robbery suspect

  “We are releasing a photograph of the suspect in the hopes that someone is able to identify him.” says Cpl Jocelyn Noseworthy of the Kelowna RCMP

  Crime

  Mar 9, 2021
• ‘Concerning’ incidents involving children have Kelowna RCMP appealing for witnesses

  Kelowna RCMP are looking for witnesses following what they call two “concerning” incidents involving children.

  Crime

  Mar 9, 2021
• Possible COVID-19 exposure at Lake Country school

  In a statement released Monday night, it was confirmed the individual is now self-isolating at home with support from local public health teams.

  Health

  Mar 2, 2021
• Owners of Kelowna’s Olympia Taverna starting from scratch after devastating fire

  "We had to deal with the insurance side if it, then find a contractor. There was also a lot of asbestos which got taken out last week and now the heavy lifters are in."

  Canada

  Mar 1, 2021
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• Optimism for ‘normal’ summer as B.C. enters phase 2 of vaccine rollout

  In the coming months, we’re going to be able to do all those things that we have been missing for the last year,” Dr. Bonnie Henry said Tuesday.

  Canada

  Feb 28, 2021
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• Coronavirus: No new cases reported at Big White, but health officials, resort urging caution

  Despite the good news, health officials recently stated they were not yet ready to declare the cluster at mountain resort “over”, adding will instead remain active for some time.

  Health

  Feb 26, 2021
• Solidarity rally held for locked-out dispatchers, call-takers of cab company in Kelowna

  Workers at Kelowna Cabs have been without a collective agreement since the previous one expired in May 2019.

  Canada

  Feb 26, 2021
• Stolen West Kelowna puppy recovered in Kelowna, reunited with owner

  Police were notified on Thursday that a Central Okanagan dog control officer had spotted the stolen puppy on Lawrence Ave., near Gordon Dr., in Kelowna.

  Canada

  Feb 26, 2021
• Union outraged as lockout looms for workers at Kelowna Cab

  MoveUP is calling on Kelowna Cabs to rescind their notice to lockout unionized taxi dispatchers and call takers and to return to the bargaining table as soon as possible.

  Canada

  Feb 24, 2021