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Brie Welton
Brie is a recent graduate from UBC Okanagan where she studied English and French while managing the campus newspaper. After working as an intern reporter for the summer of 2019 in her home-town of Kelowna, she rejoined the InfoNews team in March 2020 and moved to Kamloops.
Her interests range from food features and artist profiles to politics, crime and minority issues. She has a passion for story-telling and aspires to one day become a full-time court reporter.
Vernon resident scammed out of thousands of dollars over the phone
VERNON – RCMP are warning the public about yet another scam following an incident with…
Where you can have a cheap and cheerful birthday with free stuff
When it's your birthday, you deserve special treatment. It's your special day and because it…
Magician who fooled Penn and Teller coming to Kelowna
KELOWNA – You may know him from America’s Got Talent, MTV’s Greatest Party Stories Ever, Wizard…
More research needed before cannabis drinks become reality: UBCO professor
KELOWNA – Health Canada regulations on the production of cannabis beverages are coming in the…
Beached out? How about H20, the only wave pool in the B.C. interior?
KELOWNA – Ask the locals: The real Okanagan Lifestyle is mostly hosting friends and family…
Grab a lifejacket before you try paddleboard yoga on Okanagan Lake
KELOWNA – Yoga can be a little bit boring. Inside a dark studio, there’s nothing…
Win the Okanagan Spirits lottery and take your whisky home
Calling all whiskey connoisseurs, appreciators, fanatics and afficionados: The most exclusive whisky in the Okanagan valley…
iN WINE: Meadow Vista’s sparkling cherry mead back again for summer
KELOWNA – It's not wine, it's not cider, it's not made from fruit, it's mead.…
Syilx language program graduates celebrate four year achievement
KELOWNA – For most people, learning a new language is a want-to-do. For many First…
Why a Kelowna baby-snatcher likely won’t have a criminal record
KELOWNA – A man who tried to forcefully take a baby from its mother’s arms…
Haven’t licensed your dog? There’s a $300 fine in the Central Okanagan
Are you harbouring an unlicensed dog? If so, hiding them inside won't save you from…
Why the Okanagan Lake bridge has to float
You might not realize it, but when you travel from Kelowna to West Kelowna along…
Large police response in downtown Kelowna following calls about man with gun
KELOWNA – Mulitple reports of a suspicious man with a gun prompted a massive response…
Kelowna cab driver charged with sexual assault
KELOWNA – A local cab driver has been charged with sexual assault following a Kelowna…
Body found in Okanagan Lake in Penticton
PENTICTON – RCMP are investigating following the discovery of a body floating in Okanagan Lake…
A guide to the underwater relics in Okanagan Lake
– This story was originally published July 22, 2019. KELOWNA – Those who aren't experienced…
Soup Sisters serving hearty meals and support for Kelowna Women’s Shelter
KELOWNA – Soup Sisters has been warming bowls and hearts in Kelowna for the past…
iN WINE: 4 new breweries tapping into Kelowna’s craft beer scene
KELOWNA – Once there was only Tree Brewing: Now there are more craft breweries than…
iNwine: Kelowna Brewing Company opens its doors, only a 10 minute walk from UBCO
KELOWNA – Craft beer, Okanagan views, a patio, pool table, foosball and a full menu.…
iNwine: Saddle up. It’s time to embark on an Okanagan Rail Trail brewery tour
KELOWNA – Everyone knows that the best thing after a long, summer bike ride is…
Westbank farmer tried to arrange a ‘hit’ in dispute over access to spiritual leader
KELOWNA – When a West Kelowna farmer finally got an opportunity to speak directly to…