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The City of Kelowna is implementing a new plan to deal with street disorder in the downtown core. This comes after a series of break-ins have business owners frustrated. Victoria Femia has more.

The City of Kelowna has been named Canada’s first ‘Creative City of Gastronomy’ by the United Nations agency UNESCO. Travis Lowe explains what it is and what it could mean for the city.

The City of Kelowna is responding to the ongoing frustrations from businesses owners about the constant smash and grabs. And Stand with Ukraine is promoting an online fundraiser for a Ukrainian family that is currently living in a shelter.

The City of Kelowna has purchased a multi-million-dollar piece of prime waterfront land, hoping to kickstart an on-again-off-again ‘world class’ hotel and marina project. Klaudia Van Emmerik reports.

A potential big boost for Kelowna’s arts community; the city is moving ahead with plans for a new performing arts centre. As Travis Lowe reports, while final funding has not been confirmed, a location has been chosen.

Global’s Travis Lowe takes a ride on the City of Kelowna’s newest Christmas attraction – a train that runs without tracks.

Concerns are being raised about a supportive and complex care housing project being proposed for Kelowna’s central city area. Kelowna’s airport is expecting a record volume of holiday travellers this year – but their CEO says they are ready.

Despite the concerns of neighbours, the City of Kelowna is moving ahead with a supportive and complex care facility along Pacific Avenue. As Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, area residents feel this means existing problems there will only get worse.

An Okanagan Conservative MLA is calling on the NDP government to give the City of Kelowna a break on its short-term rental rules for next year’s tourist season. As Victoria Femia reports, Gavin Dew says the city has done everything right, but the government is sitting on legislation that would help.

The City of Kelowna is floating plans to make its floating bridge more iconic, by lighting it up. But as Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, critics say there are better ways to spend the estimated one million dollars it would cost.

The City of Kelowna says it doesn’t know yet how much it will cost to upgrade its Apple Bowl stadium to host the BC LIons games next year. The Lions say they’ll play two games in the city, while the FIFA World Cup takes over BC Place. Travis Lowe reports.

The City of Kelowna is calling on the provincial and federal governments to do more about chronic offenders. A report looking at the impacts on businesses and residents offers a number of recommendations. Klaudia Van Emmerik has more.

Should the City of Kelowna push for a short-term rental exemption? We speak with city officials about the matter. A neighbourhood in West Kelowna is fed up with constant power outages and the Central Okanagan United Church is hosting an upcoming Christmas craft fair.

The City of Kelowna is seeking changes to short-term rental rules, but doesn’t want them done away with entirely. But as Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, it’s not likely the province will move ahead with the request in time to accommodate a number of major events that are coming to town.

While Kelowna businesses wait for an improved response from the city’s announcement on Thursday, they are now left wondering who will pay for repairs and new protection measures. In addition, Kelowna City Council will be receiving a report on Monday to advance the Short Term Rental (STR) legislation exemption application.

The Kelowna International Airport plays a big role in the city’s economy, but just how big has been unclear. As Travis Lowe reports, for the first time in a decade, we’re getting a closer look at the numbers.

Kelowna business owners say they’re fed up and tired of dealing with ongoing street disorder in the downtown core. Despite promises from the city’s mayor to address the problem, those working in the area say they’re not sure it will be enough. Victoria Femia reports.

The City of Kelowna is working on a plan to extend Clement Avenue and provide drivers with an alternate route through the city’s midtown area. The road will connect Spall Rd. to Highway 33 but a number of residents are opposed to the project. Klaudia Van Emmerik has more.

Kelowna businesses continue to grapple with theft, vandalism and break-ins, and the costs associated with them. As Victoria Femia reports, the ongoing crimes are threatening to change the face and character of the city.

Kelowna City Council is looking to opt out of the province’s short-term rental accommodation act. A number of big tourist events are being planned for the Okanagan this year and bringing thousands of tourists to town. Klaudia Van Emmerik has more.