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Dan Walton
Before joining the ranks of InfoTel, Dan’s byline could be found in newspapers in Penticton, Peachland and Oliver. Prior to his arrival in the South Okanagan, he first sharpened his chops as a reporter at a radio station in Brighton, Ontario, and then newspapers in Tisdale, Saskatchewan, and Invermere B.C.
From quilting competitions to crimes against humanity, Dan isn’t afraid to cover any topic. Always seeking out the best angles - whether it’s through the lens of his camera or the voices of his Interviews – he delves into the conflict and seeks out the humanity in every story worth telling.
Dan is always happy to hear from readers. To get in touch for any reason he can be contacted at (250) 488-3065 or dwalton@infonews.ca.
RCMP issue public warning for Williams Lake resident believed to be at risk of gang violence
It might not be a good idea to mingle with Lashway Merritt of Williams Lake.…
Hamlin visits Bills for 1st time since cleared to go home
Damar Hamlin visited with teammates at the Bills facility on Saturday for the first time…
NHL scouts shortlisted eight prospects from Kamloops and Okanagan teams
With numerous players from the WHL and BCHL making the cut for 2023 NHL draft…
Scott Niedermayer and Brendan Morrison playing outdoor hockey in Penticton
Hockey fans can watch former NHLers take each other on at Penticton’s outdoor hockey rink…
iN TRAFFIC: It’s a foggy day for driving in the Interior
Drivers can expect foggy conditions along many Interior highways today, Jan. 14. DriveB.C. is reporting…
Police crackdown on shoplifters at busy Kelowna mall
Would-be shoplifters were ambushed by Kelowna RCMP officers at the Capri Centre Mall this week.…
Penticton’s LocoLanding amusement park wants to save the city $20,000
The City of Penticton was planning on dumping some older public washrooms, however a nearby…
iN TRAFFIC: Wet roads and tons of fresh snow at Big White
It’s looking like a wet one for drivers in the Interior today, Jan. 13. DriveB.C.…
Comet may soon be visible from Kamloops and the Okanagan
A comet is nearing the earth and it may become visible to the naked eye…
Kelowna first responders stop on Highway 33 to salute Nelson cop killed in avalanche
The B.C. police officer who died in an avalanche last week was transported from Kelowna…
iN TRAFFIC: Drivers can expect snow, flurries and rain in the Interior today
Today is off to a wet start for anyone driving around in Kamloops or the…
Suspect arrested after Kamloops break-in and assault
A man who is accused of breaking into a Kamloops residence was taken to the…
iN TRAFFIC: Fog throughout the Interior has lifted
A fog advisory has ended for the Central Okanagan, including Kelowna. Environment Canada's lifted the…
Alabama woman who joined IS hopes to return from Syria camp
A woman who ran away from home in Alabama at the age of 20, joined…
TRENDING NOW: Squirrel unwraps gift and likes what’s inside
A squirrel accepted a small wrapped present, complete with a bow, from a kind woman…
Lumby Outhouse Race is back for number two
Usually people race towards an outhouse — but in Lumby, the outhouses do the racing.…
Highway 3 closing at 10 p.m. for avalanche control
Highway 3 will be closed tonight due to avalanche control work. DriveB.C. reported the road…
iN VIDEO: Frozen smiley island handcrafted by Vernon athlete and friends
An icy smily face over 30 feet in diameter was hand-chopped by Vernon athlete Shanda…
Outgoing Kelowna Rocket captain writes goodbye letter to hockey community
Instead of returning to play in Kelowna after the World Juniors, Rockets captain Colton Dach…
‘Three Amigos’ gather this week in Mexico City to talk North American excellence
Familiar North American irritants — U.S. protectionism, intransigence on continental trade, irregular migration — return…
Snowfall warning in effect for Highway 3
A snowfall warning is in effect for Highway 3 this afternoon and tonight. Up to…
Interior Health doesn’t have enough nurses to run the emergency department in Merritt tonight
Once again, Interior Health has to close Nicola Valley Hospital’s 24-hour emergency department for the…
iN TRAFFIC: Foggy morning in parts of the Interior
There's some fog, wet weather and slippery roads in the Interior today, Jan. 8. DriveB.C.…
Ex-Pentagon intelligence analyst who spied for Cuba freed
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — A former U.S. defense intelligence analyst who was convicted of…