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Kelowna businesses battle homeless shelterA business owner in Kelowna’s North End spent $10,000 to make his property more welcoming – but now it is attracting the wrong kind of attention. Kevin Pontious has more on the drastic measures the owner is taking to deter illicit and unwanted behaviour.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganAug 20
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Kelowna businesses sign up for city crime prevention programThe City of Kelowna says several businesses have signed up for its security program designed to combat growing crime and street disorder. Cohan Sassamat reports.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganJun 30
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Kelowna business owner sues outreach workers after incident outside his shopA Kelowna business owner is suing a group of outreach workers after he says they posted defamatory statements on social media. The posts stem from an incident outside his tattoo shop earlier this month. Klaudia Van Emmerik has the details.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganMay 27
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Touchdown Kelowna projects local business boostA football festival has fans flocking to Kelowna. Last Saturday saw a game between the BC Lions and Calgary Stampeders kick things off. Touchdown Kelowna runs until July 4. Klaudia Van Emmerik has more on the expected boost for local businesses.BC LionsJun 29
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Reducing property crime and public disorderThe province is rolling out new plans to tackle chronic property crime and public disorder, but not everyone is on board. As Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, members of Kelowna’s business community and justice system say there are still major gaps that have yet to be addressed.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganJun 23
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West Kelowna business owner rattled after apparent distraction theftA West Kelowna pizzeria owner is shaken up, after two young people pulled off a distraction theft at his business. As Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, it appears the incident was meant to be a prank.CrimeMay 15
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Global News at 5:30 Okanagan: July 29The Regional District of North Okanagan met on Wednesday to discuss the impacts of water restrictions on agriculture in North Okanagan, with some farmers already having to abandon crops. And Tourism Kelowna is concerned that the wildfire smoke may keep visitors away during the busy summer months.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganJul 29
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Kelowna business owner frustrated after recent bin fireA Kelowna business owner is calling on the city to do more to help with security around his store. He says he’s already spent thousands on security upgrades after a number of incidents. Klaudia Van Emmerik has more.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganApr 29
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Global News at 5:30 Okanagan: July 20West Kelowna Fire Rescue says several fences, bushes and a gazebo seem to have been set on fire after midnight on Saturday. And Kelowna’s City Council has authorized the city to begin the expropriation process on a portion of the waterfront boardwalk in front of Hotel Eldorado.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganJul 20
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Global News at 5:30 Okanagan: July 15A public meeting was held to help residents better understand the incorporation of the District of Okanagan Falls. And what is the future of AI? From school to businesses, the psychology surrounding AI in these settings are being explored and there’s a Kelowna connection.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganJul 15
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Global News at 5:30 Okanagan: June 29After the first of two BC Lions games in Kelowna and a week of activities to come, how are businesses feeling about getting a boost?Global News at 5:30 OkanaganJun 29
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Global News at 5:30 Okanagan: June 30Vernon RCMP say a 15-year-old is dead after being struck by a truck at a grad party. Another person was hit but suffered non-life threatening injuries. And the City of Kelowna says there has been good uptake on the number of businesses that have signed up for security enhancement rebates and the CCTV registry.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganJun 30
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Breweries score with Touchdown KelownaTwo Kelowna breweries say Touchdown Kelowna has been a big win for their business. Kevin Pontious reports.BC LionsJun 19
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Global News at 5:30 Okanagan: June 18Kelowna Councillor Ron Cannan officially announced his mayoral run for mayor in the next municipal election. And, after pausing the On Call street team, the Upper Rutland Business Association is launching a new version.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganJun 18
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Global News at 5:30 Okanagan: June 1Many are touting the 11-day Memorial Cup as a major success for Kelowna, with business seeing a definite tourism boost. The host Kelowna Rockets didn’t have much of a chance, however, with the CHL championship going to the Kitchener Rangers. We also have our weekly Adopt–Pet segment.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganJun 1
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Global News at 5:30 Okanagan: April 30A Kelowna business that manages dumpster and recycling bins are being plagued with constant fires being lit by the homeless population. We speak to the owner about what is happening.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganApr 30
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Kelowna splitting up tent cityThe City of Kelowna is breaking up its outdoor sheltering site in order to restore the Rail Trail to full use. As Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, with some people being moved, there is concern from nearby businesses.CanadaApr 16
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Kelowna business warn of impacts of PST increaseThe Downtown Kelowna Association is sounding the alarm about the provincial government’s plan to start charging PST on professional services, like security. Klaudia Van Emmerik reports.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganFeb 26
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Global News at 5:30 Okanagan: March 13A man from Kelowna was found dead in a boat off the coast of Belize and Kelowna’s airport is gearing up for a busy travel season as spring break starts.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganMar 13
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Downtown Kelowna crime concernsBusiness owners in Downtown Kelowna say the city’s patrol program hasn’t had a noticeable impact on reducing crime. Victoria Femia reports.Global News at 5:30 OkanaganMar 13