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Howard Alexander
Assistant Editor Howard Alexander comes to iNFOnews.ca from the broadcasting side of the media business.
Howard has been a reporter, news anchor, talk show host and news director, first in Saskatchewan and then the Okanagan.
He moved his family to Vernon in the 90s and is proud to call the Okanagan home.
If you have an event to share contact Howard at 250-309-5343or email halexander@infonews.ca.
WILDFIRE FIGHTING: On the front lines of the Keremeos Creek blaze
As day turned to night the true extent of the Keremeos Creek wildfire became all…
Researchers urge more limits on edibles after finding jump in kid cannabis poisonings
TORONTO – Canadian researchers alarmed by a rise in the number of kids hospitalized for…
Many Canadian doctors struggle with burnout, depression and anxiety: survey
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It was very clear sitting next to Aquaman Jason Momoa was just a bit distracting for Frozen's…
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The collection of new vehicles on sale is constantly changing with all of the latest…
Canopy Growth, Cointreau settle lawsuit over Quatreau beverage line
SMITHS FALLS, Ont. – Canopy Growth Corp. and its U.S. subsidiary have settled a trademark…
‘Magic mushroom’ psychedelic may help heavy drinkers quit
The compound in psychedelic mushrooms helped heavy drinkers cut back or quit entirely in the…
TRENDING NOW: Wife not amused by husband’s special talent
If they're handing out awards for patience, this woman wins hands down. The look on…
Château Laurier believes swap of famous Churchill portrait was by a ‘professional’
OTTAWA – The Château Laurier says it's been able to narrow down a time frame…
Stranded floaters rescued on Okanagan Lake near Vernon during storm
The storm that swept through the North Okanagan last night also swept away some floaters…
INDIGENOUS GUARDIANS: Meet Penticton band’s two-man crew looking out for the land
Since its inception in 2016, the Penticton Indian Band’s (PIB) Guardian Program has evolved from…
Stigma against psychedelics could fade with decriminalization in B.C.: experts
Decriminalization of some hard drugs in British Columbia could help reduce stigma around psychedelic substances…
Driver in hospital as West Van police probe speed, medical issues in deadly wedding crash
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TRENDING NOW: Official trailer for ‘Lord of the Rings’ series has fans pumped
If the fan reaction to the release of the official trailer for The Lord of…
Helicopter paramedics in southern Interior now have access to re-supply of life-saving blood
Access to blood products will buy air ambulance paramedics in Kamloops the time needed to…
Kamloops skateboarder injured in collision with vehicle
A man on a skateboard was taken to hospital after colliding with a vehicle near…
Kelowna RCMP warn public about release of violent criminal
A 45-year-old Kelowna man, who has generated more than 400 police files and been charged…
Severe thunderstorms expected across southern Interior
Environment Canada isn’t taking any chances and has issued severe thunderstorm watches for several regions…
Kamloops RCMP catch up with drunk car thief passed out behind wheel
A Kamloops woman is facing drunk driving and possession of stolen property charges after passing…
RCMP on lookout for woman with knife in downtown Kamloops
Police are looking for the public’s help to find a woman armed with a knife…
Sharp-eyed bystander helps Vernon RCMP track down stolen van
Three suspects are in custody thanks to a member of the public who spotted a…
Spike belt ends pickup thief’s dangerous flight from Vernon RCMP
The man behind the wheel of a pickup truck and trailer stolen in Vernon yesterday…
Reckless driver from Alberta nabbed in Kamloops drive-thru
RCMP in Kamloops caught up with someone driving recklessly from Alberta when they stopped at…
Sky’s the limit for Okanagan glider pilot
It’s a warm August morning and Alan Daniel is high above the Okanagan valley in…