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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.”EconomyApr 13, 2022
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Roundup of wildfires throughout the Okanagan and areaThere are 11 wildfires of note in the region, and the White Rock Lake fire south of Westwold is the largest at 7,401 hectares.CanadaJul 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."CanadaApr 3, 2021
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Staff shortage due to COVID-19 forces Revelstoke Mountain Resort to closeRevelstoke has released a statement saying the mountain resort is experiencing a staff shortage because of what it called "COVID-19-related circumstances."CanadaMar 31, 2021
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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.CanadaMar 27, 2021
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West Kelowna fire official predicting ‘very active’ wildfire seasonThere have been a handful of grassfires in the area already this month, including two in West Kelowna on Saturday afternoon alone.FireMar 21, 2021
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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."SportsMar 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.CanadaMar 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.CanadaMar 12, 2021
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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 RCMPCrimeMar 9, 2021
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‘Concerning’ incidents involving children have Kelowna RCMP appealing for witnessesKelowna RCMP are looking for witnesses following what they call two “concerning” incidents involving children.CrimeMar 9, 2021
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Possible COVID-19 exposure at Lake Country schoolIn a statement released Monday night, it was confirmed the individual is now self-isolating at home with support from local public health teams.HealthMar 2, 2021
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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."CanadaMar 1, 2021
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Optimism for ‘normal’ summer as B.C. enters phase 2 of vaccine rolloutIn 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.CanadaFeb 28, 2021
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Coronavirus: No new cases reported at Big White, but health officials, resort urging cautionDespite 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.HealthFeb 26, 2021
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Solidarity rally held for locked-out dispatchers, call-takers of cab company in KelownaWorkers at Kelowna Cabs have been without a collective agreement since the previous one expired in May 2019.CanadaFeb 26, 2021
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Stolen West Kelowna puppy recovered in Kelowna, reunited with ownerPolice were notified on Thursday that a Central Okanagan dog control officer had spotted the stolen puppy on Lawrence Ave., near Gordon Dr., in Kelowna.CanadaFeb 26, 2021
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Union outraged as lockout looms for workers at Kelowna CabMoveUP 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.CanadaFeb 24, 2021
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Wintery weather could be over for Okanagan residentsThere is also up to 25 cm on the way at the Coquihalla and Alison Pass summits; another system expected to cause treacherous driving conditions and likely closures.WeatherFeb 21, 2021
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Public skating at Kelowna’s Stuart Park winding down for the seasonThe last day to lace up their skates at the popular downtown rink will be Feb. 28.CanadaFeb 20, 2021
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For the second time this month, cougar spotted prowling through B.C. neighbourhoodConservation officials say there is nothing to fear as attacks on humans are rare, but measures should be taken to reduce the risk of human-wildlife conflict.CanadaFeb 18, 2021
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Poaching investigation underway after dead deer found in Kelowna neighbourhoodIn the video, a man appears on the resident's property in broad daylight, armed with a loaded crossbow, allegedly trying to track down a wounded deer.CanadaFeb 13, 2021
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B.C. man issues warning after family pet caught in leghold trap“The vet says there are no breaks or punctures thanks to his large bones and thick hide. He is going to be OK," said the dog's owner.CanadaFeb 12, 2021
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Volunteers waiting for green light to remove tires littering Okanagan creek“The easiest route for us is probably going to be airlifting them out using a helicopter,” said Kane Blake of the Okanagan Forest Task Force.EnvironmentFeb 12, 2021
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Ceremony for Shea Weber reaching 1,000 NHL games includes drawing by B.C. artist“Getting a commission like this is always great, but when it’s your team, and your favourite player, well, it’s pretty special,” said artist Justin Maas.SportsFeb 6, 2021
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