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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.
Crime spree in small Shuswap community
Thieves had a heyday in a small Shuswap community this week breaking into vehicles and…
Can luxury brands drive B.C. old-growth logging out of business?
While a pitched battle is underway to save old-growth trees on the West Coast, a…
TRENDING NOW: Watch today’s incredible solar eclipse
Western Canada didn't have a view of the solar eclipse today, June 10, but that…
Kamloops photographer offers free grad photo sessions for Indigenous graduates
A Kamloops photographer is offering free graduation photo sessions to Indigenous grade 12 graduates this…
100 Mile House resident concerned about lack of affordable housing
Amber Sharpe of 100 Mile House is shocked at what she sees happening in the…
Secwepemc restorative justice coordinator sheds light on homeless crisis
The restorative justice coordinator in Kamloops says poverty, lack of affordable housing, lack of resources,…
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OK, we get it. This is an ad for Ryan Reynolds' brand of gin. But…
Kamloops parents of child with rare genetic condition move to Calgary for therapy
Earlier this year, a young Kamloops couple learned their child has a rare genetic condition.…
TRENDING NOW: Epic Danish traffic safety campaign
The Danish Road Safety Council's campaign to encourage cyclists to wear a helmet is epic.…
Billionaire Jeff Bezos will blast into space on rocket’s 1st crew flight
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TRENDING NOW: Dude flies his drone right into an erupting volcano
Joey Helms figured the drone he just bought had a history of crashing, so why…
How to talk to children about residential schools
In the aftermath of the shocking news of 215 children’s bodies being discovered in a…
Film discovery unearths near-forgotten Kootenay connection to marine disaster
Historians say they found a Kootenay connection in the chance discovery of some long-lost film…
Governance, business success relies on connectivity in Indigenous communities: Chief Clarence Louie
Clarence Louie has seen his share of changes since first becoming chief of the Osoyoos…
Crews battling cabin fires on OKIB lands in North Okanagan
Fire crews are dealing with what could be several cabin fires on Okanagan Indian Band…
RCMP need your help to find missing Kamloops teen
RCMP are asking for the public’s help to find a missing 18-year-old male. Domonic Cleaveley…
TRENDING NOW: New Tragically Hip video full of hidden ‘Easter eggs’
If you're going to release a video from the single of a new album of…
Identifying children’s remains at Kamloops residential school stalled by lack of records
VANCOUVER – A lack of access to records and first-hand data would hinder the ability…
iN VIDEO: ‘Girl from Ipanema:’ Re-imagining a classic for today’s Rio
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Chauffeured in a classic Porsche, the Brazilian beauty steps out…
‘Stand your ground’ defense rejected in Florida iguana killing
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A judge has rejected the “stand your ground” defense…
Netflix tells subscribers monthly bills will include sales tax on Canada Day
TORONTO – Netflix subscribers will be marking Canada Day with a federal tax on their…
Vernon’s Kal Rotary donates more than $55K to local groups
Fifteen Vernon organizations will benefit from the $55,700 donated from funds raised during last year’s…
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This Southern California teenager didn't hesitate when a bear protecting her cubs was confronted by…
Survivor of Kamloops residential school breaking silence and calling for action
CONTENT ADVISORY KAMLOOPS, B.C. – News of the remains of 215 children being discovered at…