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  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
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  • 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
  • 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
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  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
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  • 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
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  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
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  • 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
  • Indian hackers take claim for cyberattacks on government, military websites
    The federal government is coping with cyberattacks this week, as a hacker group in India claims it has sowed chaos in Ottawa -- but private information likely isn't at risk.
    Canada
    Sep 28, 2023
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