Central Okanagan students become ‘firefighters for a day’
One day might be all it takes to ignite a new career path.
Lifestyle
Apr 24
Central Okanagan open-burning season coming to an end
When conditions allow, all eligible property owners, farmers and other large lot owners with permits from their local fire jurisdiction may burn specific wood debris outdoors.
Fire
Apr 23
B.C. ban on public drug use welcomed by Central Okanagan mayors
All B.C. mayors from Princeton down the valley to Vernon signed a request for the province not to allow drugs to be consumed in public spaces.
Health
Apr 30
Artificial intelligence roots out sloppy recyclers in Central Okanagan
The findings also showed that 6.7 per cent of households are considered “repeat offenders,” and are responsible for a third of the recycling contamination.
Canada
Apr 5
Temporary limited access next week for two Central Okanagan parks
Visitors to Kalamoir Regional Park in West Kelowna and Mission Creek Regional Park in Kelowna are asked to obey closure notices at select entrances on April 9.
Canada
Apr 6
Central Okanagan regional district no longer concerned with rural building boom
Following further reflection and reallocation of resources, RDCO staff will not be pursuing an extension from the Ministry of Housing for Bill 44.
Canada
Apr 3
Fentanyl, pills, cash and kitchen appliances found in West Kelowna raid: RCMP
Search warrants were executed in March as the culmination of a lengthy investigation in relation to property crime and drug trafficking throughout the Central Okanagan area.
Crime
May 1
More schools considered for Kelowna as city’s population growth continues
Central Okanagan Public Schools says it wants to get ahead of the growth curve, which could see another 100,000 people in the city by 2040.
Canada
Apr 30
Provincial funding is key in helping Okanagan business mitigate wildfire risks
Owned by Westbank First Nation, Ntityix Resources LP has been working for the past decade to reduce wildfire risks in the Central Okanagan.
Canada
Mar 20
Central Okanagan parks included in Canada’s national conservation network
Twenty-five Central Okanagan parks are now being recognized as part of Canada’s national conservation network, solidifying the Central Okanagan's commitment to conservation.
Canada
Mar 22
Potential boom in rural Central Okanagan neighbourhoods coming too fast
Proposed bylaw amendments will require considerable staff resources and they're currently dealing with commitments to people affected by recent wildfires.
Canada
Mar 24
Annual spring street cleaning underway in Central Okanagan
In West Kelowna, street sweepers will begin mobilizing next week, with cleaning expected to take six weeks.
Traffic
Mar 15
After 40 years of supporting families, Central Okanagan organization forced to close
"We're at a loss of why and what to do next," said Tim Ropchan, Childhood Connections executive director.
Canada
Mar 14
Price of gas jumps in Okanagan on eve of carbon tax increase
On Tuesday in the Central Okanagan, gas was selling for $1.619 a litre. On Wednesday, it jumped 13 cents to $1.749 a litre.
Consumer
Mar 28
Tree of Heaven could be hellish to Okanagan fruit farmers
Despite its name, the popular Tree of Heaven may be hellish for Okanagan agriculture, according to the Regional District of Central Okanagan.
Canada
Mar 24
Police issue warning about door-to-door scam in Central Okanagan
Lake Country RCMP are warning homeowners and businesses about a scam currently operating in the region.
Crime
Mar 7
Country music fundraiser to support Central Okanagan Hospice Association
If you have ever wondered how far one ticket can take you, get ready to have your question answered.
Lifestyle
Mar 6
Vehicle stop leads to drug bust in Central Okanagan
Police say as the officer approached the vehicle, drug paraphernalia and suspected drugs were observed.
Crime
Mar 6
Canadian Home Builders’ Association of Central Okanagan celebrates the best in homebuilding
The awards were judged by a panel of 22 award-winning judges in home building, renovation and interior design from across Canada.
Canada
Mar 4
Central Okanagan Search and Rescue crews save 6 UTV riders near Peachland
Central Okanagan Search and Rescue crews were called Sunday night to rescue six UTV riders atop three side-by-sides stuck at the bottom of a gully.
Canada
Feb 19
