Okanagan Latest News
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17.05% property tax increase proposed in Lake Country, B.C.The tax hike comes as Lake Country surpassed a population of 15,000 people, which requires the district to cover a majority of its policing costs.Economy5 hours
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Nanaimo, B.C. teen hero battles off knife-wielding suspect at parents’ businessIn the Harewood neighbourhood, 14-year-old Jake Currie took immediate action against a knife-wielding suspect who entered his parent’s convenience store around 9 p.m. Wednesday.Crime5 hours
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Anonymous donor matching up to $15k in donations for BGC OkanaganBGC Okanagan is celebrating a month of kindness, and fittingly a random act of kindness is helping the non-profit kick off the occasion.Canada5 hours
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Popular Kelowna, B.C. ringette tournament returns after two-year pandemic hiatusFrom 6:30 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. this weekend, every rink between West Kelowna and Winfield, with the exception of Prospera Place and Memorial Arena will be hosting games.Sports5 hours
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Okanagan mom warning other parents after alleged sexual assaultA North Okanagan mother is speaking out about sexual assault and urging parents to speak to their kids about consent, so that what happened to her teen doesn't happen to another.Crime6 hours
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B.C. cancer survivor raises $14,000 for Surrey cancer centre expansionCatherine Perka was just 32, newly married and excited to start a family when she was diagnosed with Stage 3 cancer in 2019. She hopes her story of recovery inspires others.Health6 hours
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Kelowna, B.C. brewery will remain dog-friendly after Interior Health decisionInterior Health says after further consultation, it was determined dogs will be allowed, with conditions to ensure the health safety of patrons and staff.Canada6 hours
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Modernized Canadian Tire Store to move into old Kelowna, B.C. Costco siteThe old Kelowna Costco site at the corner of Highway 97 and Highway 33 is going to be the new home of a Canadian Tire store.Economy7 hours
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Kelowna, B.C. rally planned for Saturday as fight to save Starbright heats upSaturday's rally will start at 10:30 a.m. in Starbright's parking lot at the corner of Bernard Avenue and Elm Street.Canada8 hours
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Kelowna, B.C. Mounties laud ‘promising’ swift court action with repeat offender'It’s perhaps a promising sign that the provincial and national changes that are required to address repeat offending and violent attacks are relevant considerations for today.'Crime8 hours
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High-risk, repeat Kelowna, B.C. offender ‘Johnny Blaze’ on the runA violent, high-risk repeat offender who is on the run from a recovery home in Surrey is expected to return to Kelowna, prompting Mounties to issue a warning. John Aronson, who according to court documents once went by the alias Johnny Blaze, has an unendorsed warrant for his arrest for removing his electronic monitoring device...Crime8 hours
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B.C. gangster Conor D’Monte to be extradited to Canada on charges in rival’s killingConor D'Monte, former leader of the UN gang, had been on the run for more than a decade after being wanted in the 2009 killing of Red Scorpion Kevin LeClair.Crime9 hours
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Loans up to $25,000 offered up to have people make Vernon, B.C. homeOpen to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, the loans can be used for employment-related costs, housing or education.CanadaFeb 3
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18 crashes near Salmon Arm, B.C. over 10 days; 11 on Trans-Canada Highway'The message to motorists is to slow down and take care during these weather events. The speed limit is for perfect conditions and our conditions are no where near perfect.'TrafficFeb 3
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Frontal system brings snowfall warning to CoquihallaThe snow will begin this evening and ease early Saturday. Snowfall amounts of 15 cm are expected by the next morning, Environment Canada said.WeatherFeb 3
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Global ocean protection conference in B.C. looks to build on COP15 workFederal politicians are expected to make a significant announcement on ocean protection during an international conference in Vancouver that begins on Saturday.EnvironmentFeb 3
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Drastic action needed from B.C. government regarding looming labour shortage: reportCurrently, the board said Vancouver has 150,000 existing job vacancies and has a projected 700,000 workers set to retire over the next ten years.EconomyFeb 2
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Vernon, B.C. store owner calls for stricter penalties against illegal cigarette dealersThe loss of sales however doesn’t just hurt convenience stores. Illicit trade takes millions of dollars away in provincial tax revenue that support B.C. social programs.CrimeFeb 2
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Indigenous fashion designer fundraises for international opportunityJill Setah has been invited to attend the Night at the Museum: Guilded Guilded Glamour Charity Gala at the Oxford University Museum Natural History on Feb. 24 to show her designs.LifestyleFeb 2
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New electronic fare collection system in the works for B.C. transit ridersBC Transit plans to move in a new direction when it comes to how riders pay fares. A new electronic fare system will be similar to what Metro Vancouver has been using.CanadaFeb 2
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Summerland, B.C. RCMP investigating vandalized vehiclesAfter multiple reports of vandalism to vehicles within two days, Summerland RCMP are investigating the string of events which led to three cars being tagged.CrimeFeb 2
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Fees waived for all Special Olympics athletes in KelownaTo cover program costs for its athletes, the Kelowna chapter of Special Olympics B.C. has several fundraisers planned including a golf tournament, polar plunge and walkathon.CanadaFeb 2
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Nearly 900 patients received care at BC Women’s Hospital from ‘fake nurse’: court documentIn a court document, the B.C. Provincial Health Authority revealed Brigitte Cleroux gave care to 899 patients while employed at B.C. Women’s Hospital.CrimeFeb 2
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Vancouver Canucks unveil Black History Month warm-up jerseysThe Canucks new threads in honour of Black History Month will be worn during the warm-up period before the game against the Detroit Red Wings on Feb. 13.SportsFeb 2
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Canadian Blood Services opens new Regina donor centreRick Prinzen, Canadian Blood Services chief supply chain officer and vice-president of donors, said the new centre is one of the best in the network.HealthFeb 2