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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.
Thieves break into Wilson’s Landing fire station again
The Wilson's Landing fire station north of Kelowna was broken into again last night and…
Campfire sparks grass fire in Kelowna
A grass fire could have become much worse last night in Kelowna, and the suspected…
Running for municipal office? Outgoing politicians in Okanagan, Kamloops have some wisdom to share
Anybody who thinks they can step into public office and rule with an iron fist…
Smoky skies advisory issued for South Okanagan, Similkameen
People in the South Okanagan and Similkameen can expect smoky skies again today. The special…
Boat bursts into flames in Kelowna after engine wouldn’t shut off
A Formula 400SS boat caught fire on the shore Okanagan Lake in Kelowna this morning.…
UPDATE: Missing Vernon man located
UPDATE: Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022 RCMP say a missing 26-year-old Vernon man has been located,…
Summerland Mayor Toni Boot seeks council seat after contentious term
Toni Boot is running for re-election in Summerland, but after a divisive experience as mayor,…
Kelowna bus transfers can be kind of confusing
People who use public transit in Kelowna are expected to understand a puzzling transfer system.…
Fairmont Hot Springs cuts off public access to pool, only resort guests can play
The public is no longer allowed to enjoy the pleasure of natural hot springs at…
Smoky skies impacting most of Thompson-Okanagan
A smoky skies bulletin has been issued throughout the Southern Interior. That includes Kamloops and…
Salmon Arm police want help identifying suspect in robbery
Somebody in Salmon Arm was robbed of their wallet and car keys by a man…
Petition calls for second Kelowna bridge crossing, traffic relief
Everyone who’s sick of the stop-and-go routine along the William R. Bennett Bridge is invited…
Blue Mountain wildfire southwest of Penticton is 50 hectares
The Okanagan sky changed from blue to orange last night due to a new wildfire…
Anti-vaxxers are still campaigning against COVID mandates in Kamloops, Okanagan
People in Kamloops and the Okanagan who still feel oppressed about COVID mandates are invited to…
Penticton RCMP locate couple who lost wedding band in river channel
The RCMP were looking for a couple named Noel and Stephanie after coming upon a…
Wildfire-fighting airplanes takes their final flight from Penticton this week
The Convair 580 air tankers stationed in Penticton that have reliably served in the never-ending…
No arrests one year after Taig Savage was beaten to death at Penticton high school
The Penticton RCMP is renewing its call to the public to help solve the mystery…
Oliver prisoner suing RCMP because police dog bit his leg during arrest
A man who’s locked up in the Oliver Correctional Centre is suing the cop who…
Campfire bans being lifted in Thompson-Okanagan in time for the long weekend
This should make a lot of campers happy — campfires are returning in time for…
Penticton is taking its fight against crime to the province
The City of Penticton plans to lobby provincial ministers to do more about crime. City…
Ruins of historical KVR tunnel near Naramata may come back to life
A plan is underway to restore the Adra Tunnel, a relic of the Kettle Valley…
Prolific offender busted after he tried to trick Kelowna police
A fake name wasn’t able to fool the RCMP officers who went after a prolific…
Yesterday’s deadly Coquihalla crash also started a wildfire
More details have emerged about the fatal collision on Highway 5 south of Merritt yesterday.…
Plan underway for welcome to Penticton sign in traditional syilx language
People driving through Penticton will soon be greeted in the traditional language of the syilx…