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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.
Kamloops resident becomes voice for her mom who died on Highway of Tears
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Heat wave health hazard: Experts explain why high B.C. temperatures are so dangerous
An extreme heat wave in British Columbia is believed to have contributed to dozens of…
Peace Tower flag lowered on Canada Day to honour Indigenous children: Trudeau
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Last known Hells Angels bunker in Quebec demolished after long legal saga
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Politicians, Indigenous leaders say burning churches not the way to get justice
The national chief of the Assembly of First Nations says he understands the rage, frustration…
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Police rescue spooked nude sunbathers from Australian forest
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As larger weddings become possible around the country, wedding planners say the COVID-19 vaccination status…
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Forestry experts hope clear, blue skies hold over Western Canada as unprecedented hot weather pushes…
Kamloops businesses pull together to support restaurant targeted by crime
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Extreme heat forces Summerland into Stage 2 water restrictions
With the mercury climbing into the 40 degree plus range daily for the next few…
Penticton opens cooling centre as temperatures skyrocket
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Kamloops teacher picking up pieces of her culture, empowering Indigenous youth
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