Penticton’s hockey community abuzz with revival of NHL Young Stars Classic
Revelstoke, B.C., city councillor resigns in protest over pay raises
5,000 litres of B.C. wine down the drain: Okanagan man loses grievance to be rehired by winery
Washington state lawyer facing charges for bringing firearms across B.C. border
Partially submerged boat in Okanagan Lake investigated by rescue crews
B.C. hospital parking: Non-profit group says less than half in Interior, Island regions pay their tickets
WHL Roundup: Wednesday, January 22, 2020
MOOSE JAW, Sask. – Dylan Cozens recorded his first hat trick of the season and added an assist as the Lethbridge Hurricanes defeated the Moose Jaw Warriors 7-1 on Wednesday in the Western Hockey League. Continue reading
Coronavirus scare has B.C. residents frightened, but officials say no cases yet in province
Several Metro Vancouver pharmacies say they’re sold out of face masks, but health officials say the virus hasn’t definitively travelled here yet. Continue reading
Bjorkstrand, Merzlikins lead Blue Jackets past Jets
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Oliver Bjorkstrand scored twice, Elvis Merzlikins stopped 27 shots, and the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Winnipeg Jets 4-3 on Wednesday night for their sixth straight win. Continue reading
‘The future is now’: B.C. firefighters scope out world’s first electric fire truck
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The apparatus, valued at about C$1.6 million is designed by Austrian firm Rosenbauer, and at this point remains a concept vehicle. Continue reading
B.C. actor says she was tricked into holding protest sign outside Huawei extradition trial
The woman says an acquaintance reached out to her on Facebook offering $100 for a two-hour acting job. Continue reading
3 killed after Australian plane fighting wildfires crashes in New South Wales: officials
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The New South Wales (NSW) Rural Fire Service said it was investigating the incident involving Large Air Tanker (LAT) flying in the state’s Snowy Monaro region. Continue reading
Trans-Canada Highway east of Revelstoke reopened following vehicle incident
According to DriveBC, the estimated time of the highway’s reopening is 1 p.m. Continue reading
B.C. cabinet shuffle: Premier John Horgan adds Anne Kang to cabinet, swaps energy and jobs ministers
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
Premier John Horgan is taking the stand pat approach, adding Burnaby Deer Lake MLA Anne Kang to cabinet while moving Bruce Ralston to Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources. Continue reading
History of the ’90s podcast: The Menendez Brothers
Host Kathy Kenzora asks the question: if the brothers stood trial today, would there be a different outcome in light of our current understanding of sexual abuse and family violence? Continue reading
Dog owners seen playing in snowy Vancouver tennis court threatened with $2K fine
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The group was seen letting dogs frolic in an enclosed tennis court during Vancouver’s biggest snow day. Not long after, they heard from the city. Continue reading
12 people arrested after Indigenous demonstrators occupy B.C. minister’s office
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Amateur video from the scene shows Victoria police officers leading or carrying several people to police vans. Continue reading
Dalhousie University students fundraise for bursary in honour of Iran plane crash victims
“This would be a way to keep the memories of the victims alive and also provide a small help to the international students.” Continue reading
The VPD has updated its ‘carding’ policy. Here’s what it means for you
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The new policy explicitly bans stopping someone based on identity factors and requires police to let subjects know they can walk away at any time. Continue reading
B.C. teacher suspended after pulling ponytails, swearing in classroom
By Robyn Crawford Reporter
The teacher also used inappropriate terms of endearment with female students Continue reading
Police investigating downtown Seattle shooting that left 1 dead, 5 injured
Police said that officers and medics are responding to the scene and are providing first aid to the injured. The suspect is now being sought by police after having fled. Continue reading
Police investigating downtown Seattle shooting that left 1 dead, 5 injured
Police said that officers and medics are responding to the scene and are providing first aid to the injured. The suspect is now being sought by police after having fled. Continue reading
3 killed after Australian plane fighting wildfires crashes in New South Wales: officials
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The New South Wales (NSW) Rural Fire Service said it was investigating the incident involving Large Air Tanker (LAT) flying in the state’s Snowy Monaro region. Continue reading
Fires, floods, now funnel-web spiders: Australia facing arachnid boom
Australia’s intense summer weather has created prime conditions for the deadly funnel-web spider, wildlife experts warn. Continue reading
What’s Canada’s risk level for an outbreak of China’s coronavirus? Experts say it’s unclear
The lack of direct flights from Wuhan to Canada, as well as the viruses’ long incubation period, makes it hard for experts to assess Canada’s current risk level. Continue reading
5,000 litres of B.C. wine down the drain: Okanagan man loses grievance to be rehired by winery
The incident happened in November 2018, at Mission Hill Estate Winery in West Kelowna. Continue reading
WHL Roundup: Wednesday, January 22, 2020
MOOSE JAW, Sask. – Dylan Cozens recorded his first hat trick of the season and added an assist as the Lethbridge Hurricanes defeated the Moose Jaw Warriors 7-1 on Wednesday in the Western Hockey League. Continue reading
Coronavirus scare has B.C. residents frightened, but officials say no cases yet in province
Several Metro Vancouver pharmacies say they’re sold out of face masks, but health officials say the virus hasn’t definitively travelled here yet. Continue reading
Environmental group urging Vernon not to discharge treated effluent into Okanagan Lake
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
The Sustainable Environmental Network Society is opposing the discharge, concerned it could impact both humans and aquatic life. Continue reading
Washington state lawyer facing charges for bringing firearms across B.C. border
The incident stems from Oct. 25 in Osoyoos, when the lawyer was charged with eight counts. Continue reading
Partially submerged boat in Okanagan Lake investigated by rescue crews
Rescue crews were called to a partially submerged boat in Okanagan Lake on Wednesday afternoon. Continue reading
Revelstoke, B.C., city councillor resigns in protest over pay raises
When the mayor asked who supported the motion to forego the raises, the vote was defeated 3-2. Continue reading
Penticton’s hockey community abuzz with revival of NHL Young Stars Classic
By Shelby Thom South Okanagan Video Journalist
The tournament will feature prospects from the Calgary Flames, Edmonton Oilers, Winnipeg Jets and Vancouver Canucks. Continue reading
‘The future is now’: B.C. firefighters scope out world’s first electric fire truck
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The apparatus, valued at about C$1.6 million is designed by Austrian firm Rosenbauer, and at this point remains a concept vehicle. Continue reading
B.C. actor says she was tricked into holding protest sign outside Huawei extradition trial
The woman says an acquaintance reached out to her on Facebook offering $100 for a two-hour acting job. Continue reading
B.C. hospital parking: Non-profit group says less than half in Interior, Island regions pay their tickets
HospitalPayParking says Interior Health is seeing 58 per cent non-compliance through either cancellation or non-payment. Continue reading
Trans-Canada Highway east of Revelstoke reopened following vehicle incident
According to DriveBC, the estimated time of the highway’s reopening is 1 p.m. Continue reading
B.C. cabinet shuffle: Premier John Horgan adds Anne Kang to cabinet, swaps energy and jobs ministers
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
Premier John Horgan is taking the stand pat approach, adding Burnaby Deer Lake MLA Anne Kang to cabinet while moving Bruce Ralston to Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources. Continue reading
Dog owners seen playing in snowy Vancouver tennis court threatened with $2K fine
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The group was seen letting dogs frolic in an enclosed tennis court during Vancouver’s biggest snow day. Not long after, they heard from the city. Continue reading
12 people arrested after Indigenous demonstrators occupy B.C. minister’s office
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Amateur video from the scene shows Victoria police officers leading or carrying several people to police vans. Continue reading
The VPD has updated its ‘carding’ policy. Here’s what it means for you
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The new policy explicitly bans stopping someone based on identity factors and requires police to let subjects know they can walk away at any time. Continue reading
B.C. teacher suspended after pulling ponytails, swearing in classroom
By Robyn Crawford Reporter
The teacher also used inappropriate terms of endearment with female students Continue reading
B.C. health officials on alert, new airport screening as coronavirus reaches Washington state
By Simon Little Online Journalist
“I think we need to pay attention to it, but it’s not something we need to be overly concerned about. The risk is still very low.” Continue reading
Road contractor asking for public patience after ‘major battle’ with snow
By Darrian Matassa-Fung Community Reporter
AIM Roads is responsible for maintaining 5,000 kilometres of roads in the Shuswap, North Okanagan and South Okanagan. Continue reading
B.C. premier should meet with Wet’suwet’en hereditary chiefs, says Elizabeth May
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
Federal Green leader Elizabeth May says premier John Horgan should meet face-to-face with the Wet’suwet’en hereditary chiefs. Continue reading
5,000 litres of B.C. wine down the drain: Okanagan man loses grievance to be rehired by winery
The incident happened in November 2018, at Mission Hill Estate Winery in West Kelowna. Continue reading
Victoria-area police suspect foul play after man found dead on remote Langford road
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Police are not releasing the victim’s name, and said no suspects had been arrested. Continue reading
Defence wraps arguments in first phase of Huawei exec’s Vancouver extradition trial
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Crown prosecutors are slated to begin their arguments Wednesday, when they are expected to argue that the alleged fraud would have been a crime in Canada. Continue reading
‘Why was he let go?’ Vernon business owner concerned about bail release
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
Martens said he has no idea what motivated the attack as the intruder never mentioned robbery or asked for anything. Continue reading
Young Stars Classic, featuring NHL rookies and hopefuls, returning to South Okanagan
The four-team tournament will feature Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton and Winnipeg. Continue reading
Raise a glass: B.C. VQA celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2020
B.C. VQA members say decision to create alliance in 1990 helped spur wine industry’s incredible growth. Continue reading
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