Don’t let flooding, wildfire guard down, RDOS says
“There are also early concerns about drought extending into the spring and summer, potentially leading to an early wildfire season,” said the RDOS.
Canada
Mar 27
Regional District hosts Penticton emergency preparedness town hall
The Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen hosted an emergency preparedness town hall in Penticton, B.C., on Monday.
Canada
Apr 30
Public washrooms at Naramata park closed due to vandalism
The RDOS says washrooms at Manitou Park in Naramata sustained significant damage on the afternoon of Tuesday, Feb. 13.
Canada
Feb 17
Local officials tour BC Tree Fruits expansion in Oliver, B.C.
On Friday, Regional-District of Okanagan-Similkameen board directors were offered a tour of the new facility.
Consumer
Feb 23
Trial for Brampton, Ont. man accused in deadly 2020 fire nears its end
First-degree murder trial for Brampton man accused of setting a fire that killed his mother-in-law and nearly five others is coming to a close.
Crime
Apr 16
Owner of Naramata, B.C. tiny home pushing for change
The owner of a tiny home in Naramata recently won her pitch for a temporary use permit but is now calling for a change in regulations both locally and provincially.
Canada
Jan 29
Could UNESCO cultural list help safeguard Indigenous heritage in Canada?
From Neapolitan pizza and Belgian beer culture to Arabic coffee, UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list protects globally cherished traditions. But Canada hasn't signed.
Canada
Apr 12
Okanagan-Skaha school district to consider closures amid financial pressures, little growth
“It’s a very sensitive topic, and we don’t take those conversations lightly,” school Supt. Todd Manuel said during Tuesday’s meeting.
Education
Jan 24
Top 5 spring cleaning mistakes (and how to avoid them)
Spring is a great time to clean and declutter, but it can feel overwhelming with so many tasks to accomplish. Avoid these 5 mistakes for efficient and effective spring cleaning.
The Curator
Mar 4
Ahead of Super Bowl Sunday, here’s all the food recalled this week in Canada
With Super Bowl Sunday upon us, a number of foods that may be a snack of choice have been recalled in Canada this week amid a deadly Listeria outbreak in the U.S.
Health
Feb 9
Corus Radiothon raises much-needed funds for at-home ventilator program
An at-home ventilator program at the Stollery Children's Hospital is getting young patients out of the hospital and on to living a more normal life after a tracheostomy
Health
Jan 25
Regional District targeting invasive tree species in Penticton
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen is going after three invasive tree species in the region.
Environment
Dec 21, 2023
Unlock savings at Rona’s tool gifting event: 30-50% off power tools
From saws and drills to compressors and storage - there are lots of great power tools and accessories on sale at Rona.
The Curator
Dec 18, 2023
Concerns raised over lack of rural communication during emergencies
Keremeos residents are now calling for better systems for when the power goes out during emergency situations in rural areas.
Canada
Nov 9, 2023
Crews unable to assess rock slide near Keremeos, B.C. due to fog
Crews are unable to fully assess the rockslide due to fog and there is no timeline as to when Highway 3 will reopen.
Canada
Nov 6, 2023
Home damaged in rock slide that closed Highway 3 near Keremeos, B.C.
A rock slide has closed a major southern British Columbia highway in both directions outside Keremeos, about 300 kilometres east of Vancouver.
Politics
Nov 6, 2023
Alouettes’ Dequoy clarifies ‘keep your English’ speech following Grey Cup win
Alouettes safety Marc-Antoine Dequoy says his passionate French speech after Montreal won the Grey Cup on Sunday was nothing against English people.
Sports
Nov 20, 2023
Washrooms vandalized at Kenyon Park in Okanagan Falls
The RDOS says the park’s washrooms will remain closed until repairs are completed.
Crime
Oct 12, 2023
Okanagan Falls, B.C. incorporation study officially underway
An Okanagan Falls study has officially begun to look at the implications of the community becoming incorporated.
Canada
Oct 13, 2023
Upper Park Rill wildfire triggers evacuation alerts near Oliver, B.C.
Late Sunday, an evacuation alert was issued by the Regional District due to the threat of the Upper Park Rill wildfire.
Fire
Sep 18, 2023