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Halloween enthusiasts warned fireworks illegal in many Okanagan cities, including KelownaJohnson said burning and fireworks complaints are common on Halloween but he added that the fire activity isn't only illegal--it's also dangerous.CanadaOct 29, 2025
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Booze strike means no alcohol at some BC Liquor stores. Here are the alternativesDozens of BC Liquor Stores are closed due to the ongoing strike by B.C. General Employees Union workers. While some remain open, there are also other alternatives.CanadaSep 29, 2025
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Canada set up a $50M vaccine injury program. Those harmed say it’s failing themA Global News investigation uncovered allegations that Canada's vaccine injury program has failed to fully deliver on its promise of 'fair and timely' access to financial support.InvestigationsJul 2, 2025
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West Kelowna fire chief reminds residents to FireSmart homesWith the West Kelowna Fire Department set for duty, they are asking the public to prepare for the worst and hope for the best.May 28, 2025
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Bryan Adams announces ‘biggest tour in years’ with 40-date run in North AmericaCanadian rocker Bryan Adams is set to embark on his 'biggest tour in years' with a 40-date arena run North America as part of his Roll With the Punches tour.EntertainmentApr 23, 2025
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Give your life a glow-up with these glam findsSlick inspo for homebodies, pet lovers and jet setters alike.The CuratorFeb 19, 2025
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Former L.A. resident now living in Kelowna launches bottle drive for wildfire victimsA former Los Angeles resident who now lives in Kelowna, B.C., has launched a local bottle drive to help support three families who lost their homes in the wildfires.CanadaJan 17, 2025
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Dry January offers a fix for the sober curiousIn 2021, Stats Canada reported 15.6 per cent of Canadians consider themselves heavy drinkers. Dry January offers them an easy way to tap out of bad habits.LifestyleDec 26, 2024
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COVID, Horgan, vaccines and outbreaks: B.C.’s top political stories of 2021The top stories of the year range from residential school discoveries to storms to fires to vaccine mandates and COVID-19 protocols.PoliticsDec 29, 2021
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Series of fortunate events save Kelowna man, dog from house fireJust before 3 a.m. on New Year’s Day, Tuesday, a fire broke out at 1527 Dickson Avenue.Jan 2, 2013
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B.C. banning children and teens from tanning beds, citing cancer riskVANCOUVER - Kathy Barnard was just 15 when she and her sister picked up a do-it-yourself tanning light from a local department store in Powell River, B.C., brought it home and baked under it for more than an hour.HealthMar 20, 2012
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Volunteers pitch in to protect homes from Mill Creek floodingResidents of a Kelowna neighborhood worked together Friday to keep floodwaters at bay.<br /><br /><p>Mill Creek burst its banks near the 2800 block of Ethel and also in the 800 block of Burne Avenue posing a risk to several homes.</p>Apr 27, 2012
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Revealed: How a web of Canadian doctors are undermining the fight against COVID-19Canadian doctors are sharing unverified medical information to sway public opinion against COVID-19 vaccines. A Global News investigation shows many of these doctors are connected.HealthJan 18, 2022
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With COVID-19 and rising unemployment, Canada could use a ‘new deal’ jobs programYoung people need jobs and Canada needs food. Matthew Fisher sees an opportunity for a modern Canadian version of FDR's 'New Deal.'CommentaryApr 15, 2020
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Christmas fail: 12 Canadians reveal the worst gifts they’ve ever receivedGlobal News asked Canadians to share the stories behind their favourite (or maybe not-so-favourite) worst gifts.LifestyleDec 24, 2019
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Halloween: Keep candies, chocolates away from pets, says B.C. veterinarianDr. Moshe Oz says Halloween — with trick-or-treaters banging on doors and fireworks exploding — can be a stressful time for pets.CanadaOct 31, 2020
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New B.C. COVID-19 school exposures in 2021If a school has been identified as a possible exposure site, you do not need to take any action unless directed to by public health and school officials.HealthApr 30, 2021
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From saving animals to celebrating health-care workers, B.C.’s good news stories of 2020Global News is taking a look back at some of B.C.'s "feel-good" stories of the year.CanadaDec 29, 2020
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Open burning banned in Penticton due to ‘expected rapid wildfire development’The ban took effect on June 4 and is in place until further notice.CanadaJun 6, 2021
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New sport ‘squickleball’ born out of COVID-19 restrictions at Montreal racket clubA new sport combining squash and pickleball has been created at a Montreal racket club, and it only happened because of COVID restrictions.SportsMay 8, 2021