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Carli Berry
Carli Berry has been telling stories in the Okanagan for the past three years and after finding her footing in the newspaper industry, joined the Infonews team in January 2020. Recipient of the 2019 MA Murray award for feature writing, Carli is passionate about stories that involve housing, business and the environment. Born on Vancouver Island, she is happy to say Okanagan Lake reminds, her slightly, of the ocean. Carli can be reached at (250) 864-7494 or email cberry@infonews.ca.
New residences at Okanagan College will bring relief for students facing housing crunch
The province has gas announced new affordable student housing for Okanagan College campuses, something a…
Online fundraiser started for family who lost everything in West Kelowna fire
After a fire in West Kelowna left a family with nothing but the clothes on…
Fewer British Columbians sought sexual health services early in pandemic: survey
A B.C. Centre for Disease Control survey is reporting British Columbians had fewer sexual partners…
‘Huge need’ remains for childcare in the Central Okanagan
With the recent announcement of new childcare spaces across the province, the executive director of…
Kelowna RCMP searching for suspect who grabbed 18-year-old jogger
Kelowna RCMP are looking for a suspect after an 18-year-old woman was allegedly grabbed while…
UBC Okanagan event shines light on dark world of misinformation
UBC Okanagan is hosting a two-day virtual event that delves into deception, conspiracy theories and…
iN VIDEO: Demolition of popular Kelowna Greek restaurant underway; owners plan to rebuild
Kelowna’s iconic Olympia Greek Taverna, which was destroyed by fire last fall, is being knocked…
New compost service begins in Kelowna, Lake Country
A new composting service in Kelowna and Lake Country is providing a way for residents…
Penticton RCMP arrest prolific offender sleeping in stolen vehicle
Penticton police officers have arrested a prolific offender sleeping in a stolen vehicle, for the…
Fire chief issues warning about thin ice after West Kelowna rescue
West Kelowna Fire Rescue is warning residents to stay off the lakes after firefighters pulled…
Big White Ski Resort workers displaced after snow smashes into building
Big White Ski Resort workers have been displaced after a large amount of snow from…
New childcare spaces set to open in Kamloops, Okanagan
Okanagan and Kamloops families will soon have access to more childcare spaces. The province announced…
RCMP looking into suspicious fire at Lake Country bank
The RCMP have been called to investigate the cause of a suspicious early morning fire…
Formerly homeless Kelowna man doing well in supportive housing, says more needed
A formerly homeless man who has lived on and off Kelowna’s streets since 2012 has…
Kelowna, Lake Country find new way to get doctors amid shortage
While physician shortages are reported across the province, some Kelowna and Lake Country medical clinics…
Death certificates don’t accurately reflect the toll of the pandemic, experts say
The number of people who would have died from a COVID-19 infection is likely to…
NY mandates dance ‘zones,’ distancing when weddings resume
ALBANY, N.Y. – New York's new coronavirus-era dance rules aren't exactly “Footloose” strict, but don't…
Lady Gaga’s dogs recovered safely after theft, shooting
LOS ANGELES – Lady Gaga's two French bulldogs, which were stolen by thieves who shot…
Vernon students think of creative ways to spread joy to seniors amid pandemic
Some Vernon Christian School students are keeping seniors in a positive mood by sending them…
Kelowna’s Stride to End Homelessness set to go ahead
Kelowna's annual Stride to End Homelessness is set to take place today, but the fundraiser…
Kamloops and Okanagan companies named top employers in B.C.
An annual list recognizing employers for their positive treatment of employees is featuring companies from…
TRENDING NOW: These Schitt’s Creek bloopers remain in our hearts rent free
Although the series has come to an end, its blooper reel remains. The TV show…
The Okanagan influencers making their mark on social media
The Okanagan is full of social media influencers, and one is giving her list of…
Skaters say goodbye to Kelowna’s outdoor ice rink
A popular outdoor skating rink nestled in Kelowna's city centre has closed for the season.…