Howard Alexander

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.

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  • Joined: June 03, 2013
  • Articles: 22884

Hottest toys for Christmas 2013

TORONTO – A mix of high-tech toys and old classics are predicted to be the most popular playthings of the season, but what will emerge as the ultimate must-have over the holidays is anyone's guess.

Double OT victory for Kelowna Chiefs

KELOWNA - A come from behind, double overtime victory for Rutland’s very own Kelowna Chiefs. Fans got their money's worth as the Chiefs rallied to defeat the Beaver Valley Nitehawks 7 – 6 at Rutland Arena Friday night. Nicholas Gnazdowsky (2G) opened up scoring at 10:19 in the first period and quickly followed with a...

Kelowna Rockets edge Cougars in shootout

PRINCE GEORGE - The Kelowna Rockets defeated the Prince George Cougars 7-6 in a shootout on Friday night in Prince George in the first of two Western Hockey League games between the two teams this weekend. The Rockets led 4-2 after the first and 6-3 after two periods, before surrendering three third periods goals as...

Bowey named Kelowna Rockets’ captain

KELOWNA - The Kelowna Rockets have named Madison Bowey as the 18th captain in Kelowna's franchise history. Bowey, an 18-year-old Winnipeg native, is in his third season with the Rockets and was named captain this week, prior to the team heading to Prince George for a pair of games. Bowey was a second round WHL...

Freestyle finger snapping finesse

Kids please try this at home. His friends and family apparently talked him into recording his talent and posting it to YouTube. %%video1%%

Maker Day 2013 brings global movement to students and teachers

Faculty of Education launches event in UBC’s Innovative Learning Centre What:   Maker Day 2013 When:  Saturday, November 2, 2013 (all day)      Where: Innovative Learning Centre (ILC) in the Engineering, Management and Education Building at UBC’s Okanagan Campus, 1137 Alumni Ave., Kelowna, BC Who:    Maker Day 2013 is an invitation-only event for educators. Media...

Protect yourself with a flu shot

KELOWNA - Forget roll up the rim, it’s roll up the sleeve time. In an effort to keep the campus healthy, UBC’s Health, Safety, and Environment team, in partnership with the School of Nursing, the Southern Medical Program, and Safeway Pharmacy, will provide influenza information and vaccination clinics to the university community during Thrive Week,...

Kamloops Blazers join with local business for Movember

KAMLOOPS - The Kamloops Blazers are pleased to participate in the Movember campaign. The Blazers have been split into two teams and have joined forces with Tommy Guns Original Barber Shop – Kamloops and Kamloops Harley Davidson to see who can raise the most money!   Find out which players are on which teams by...

Chamber luncheon with Flightcraft president

Chamber Luncheon with Guest Speaker Tracy Medve, President, Kelowna Flightcraft Group of Companies Kelowna Flightcraft Group of Companies is approaching their 44th year in business in Kelowna. Tracy will discuss the incredible history of the company and the important mutual benefits which exist by having the largest private employer in the city’s back yard. DATE:...

Crime Stoppers – Kelowna’s most wanted

Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following male who is wanted on a province-wide warrant as of November 1, 2013.  Wayne David MacDonald (DOB 1980-11-18) is wanted for one count of theft under $5000.  MacDonald is described as a 32-year old non-white male, 5’8” tall and 146 lbs.  He has black...

Partnership provides local trail with renewed life

VERNON - Thanks to a multi-level partnership to enhance the Okanagan's outdoor recreation opportunities, the Highland Trail is receiving upgrades to make it safer and more accessible for residents and visitors. The first phase of a multi-phase improvement project is now complete. The trailhead, in the northeast corner of Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park at Cosens Bay Gate, has...