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The City of Penticton says work is about to begin to rebuild the Kiwanis Pier on Okangan Lake. But as Travis Lowe reports, in a sign of the tight economic times, it won’t be fully replaced.

Wilson’s Landing residents are raising the alarm about a decaying dock attached to the Lake Okanagan Resort property. Travis Lowe reports.

Few things are more Canadian than going for a winter skate or ice fishing on a frozen lake or pond, but it comes with risks – especially in the Okanagan right now. Travis Lowe has more about the warning – and what you should look out for.

The two people who were arrested after breaking into stores at the Turtle Bay strip mall in Lake Country have been released on bail. And the City of Kelowna cancelled payment for an upcoming Community Safety Business Forum, after originally charging people $5.

What do business owners think about Kelowna Mayor Tom Dyas’ plan to tackle continuous damage and theft? And the Kelowna Fire Department is warning people to stay off lakes and ponds as the ice is likely too thin with changing weather conditions.

There is concern in the Okanagan about delays in getting medical tests. As Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, the company that runs Dynacare Labs admits there is a problem and assures the public that it’s taking steps to fix it.

Many First Nations including the Syilx Okanagan Nation Alliance have sent a letter cautioning community members about crossing the border into the U.S., despite the Jay Treaty. And we are getting an idea of how a BC Lions game will look for Touchdown Kelowna at the Apple Bowl when the FIFA World Cup is taking...

The SPCA has launched an animal cruelty investigation in the South Okanagan. As Travis Lowe reports, efforts are underway to identify a dead dog that was found tied to a tree near Vaseaux Lake. WARNING: disturbing content.

Residents living at the Tiki Village Motel in Vernon say they’ve been given barely any notice of eviction due to electrical issues. And the Regional District of North Okanagan announces the opening of Goose Lake Range Park.

A new recreational site is now open to the public in the North Okanagan. Goose Lake Range Park near Vernon provides plenty of opportunities for walking and cycling. But Travis Lowe explains why there’s a special warning for people not to stray from the trails.

Students at UBC Okanagan might notice something new attached to street signs around campus. As Travis Lowe explains, it’s part on an ongoing initiative to make the nsyilxcn language more visible and audible.

Despite a recent dumping of snow in the Okanagan, there are still concerns over the area’s constant state of drought. As Victoria Femia reports, experts warn that without significant snowfall this winter, conditions aren’t likely to improve.

Food insecurity is a growing problem and a Kelowna church is stepping up to help. Central Okanagan United says its food program has more than tripled in the past year. Travis Lowe shows us how it’s making a difference in people’s lives.

A boat crash on Okanagan Lake Wednesday night saw a major emergency response but no serious injuries. Victoria Femia reports multiple people were taken to hospital.

The end of the summer tourist season is always challenging for Okanagan restaurants. But as Sydney Morton reports, the BCGEU strike is making it more trying than ever, by drying up their critical supplies of alcohol.

Most of the evacuation orders related to the Munro Lake wildfire near Peachland have been downgraded, however, an air quality advisory remains in place in the region due to wildfire smoke across the Okanagan. In addition, we’re looking ahead to Truth and Reconciliation Day on Tuesday and some of the cultural events taking place.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is denying an attempt by the Universal Ostrich Farm to have a veterinarian perform their own independent blood tests. Also, Lake Country is telling residents that have been living at a campground site full-time they have to go because of safety and infrastructure concerns.

Frustrated Okanagan Lake Resort residents are demanding a solution to rebuilding their community after 2023 wildfire damaged majority of it. Victoria Femia reports.

The Syilx Nation is celebrating the opening of a new salmon passage. It will allow fish to travel from the Okanagan River to Okanagan Lake and bypass the dam. Sydney Morton has more.

Another popular restaurant in downtown Kelowna is shutting down. In addition, the Munro Lake wildfire in Peachland has kept more than 300 properties on evacuation order and more than 1,000 on evacuation alert. And the Vernon Silver Star Quilters are holding a two-day show with hundreds of beautiful quilts being presented.