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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.
Ontario orders Toronto and Peel Region into lockdown as of Monday
TORONTO – Ontario is moving the COVID-19 hot spots of Toronto and neighbouring Peel Region…
TRENDING NOW: Christmas kitty treat commercials will have you in stitches
We could all use a smile during these trying times and the Christmas commercials for…
Birdwatcher spots off-course Asian duck; first of its kind to reach B.C.
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Raptors won’t start NBA season in Toronto
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Pfizer seeking emergency use of its COVID-19 vaccine in US
Pfizer said Friday it is asking U.S. regulators to allow emergency use of its COVID-19…
Canada learning from surgery cancellations during first wave of pandemic: doctor
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Be careful with buy now, pay later deals for nominal purchases: experts
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‘Wonder Woman 1984’ to debut in Canadian theatres Dec. 25 but no streaming option
TORONTO – "Wonder Woman 1984" will make history in the United States when it becomes…
Barney Bentall talks returning to the Oliver stage in a pandemic world
With the downtime of self-isolation becoming the norm in 2020, Canadian singer-songwriter Barney Bentall’s ranch…
Heavy snow expected on Coquihalla Highway tonight
It’s going to get messy on the Coquihalla Highway tonight with up to 25 centimetre…
TRENDING NOW: Penguin gets tour of ‘human’ part of COVID-emptied aquarium
A six-year-old African penguin was given an opportunity this week to take a tour of…
Major changes needed to rid RCMP of toxic culture: independent report
OTTAWA – An independent report on harassment of women in the RCMP says fundamental change…
Health Canada issues warning about UV products that falsely claim to kill COVID-19 virus
Health Canada is warning the public about the harms of using ultraviolet lights and wands…
UPDATE: Missing Vernon man located
UPDATE: 8:15 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020 RCMP say a missing 48-year-old Vernon man has…
How a new Canadian organic farming app is trying to weed out paperwork
Heather Stretch usually spends a few days each winter corralling paperwork that traces her produce…
Sorry, Grinch. Virus won’t stop NORAD from tracking Santa
WASHINGTON – Children of the world can rest easy. The global pandemic won't stop them…
Dating site returns to help Americans find a match in Canada
Americans are once again finding themselves in a state of election-induced dread. Before President-elect Joe…
U.S. regulators allow 1st rapid virus test that gives results at home
WASHINGTON – U.S. regulators on Tuesday allowed emergency use of the first rapid coronavirus test…
Education minister wants to avoid B.C. school closures as COVID-19 cases rise
VANCOUVER – British Columbia's education minister hopes the government will be able to avoid school…
Saskatchewan woman says cannabis use to help her addiction not accepted
REGINA – For Shelby Curtis, keeping away from hard drugs starts with quieting her thoughts.…
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine candidate one step closer to approval
One of the vaccines in Canada's COVID-19 arsenal is another step closer to approval, after…
TRENDING NOW: Burly ironworker will blow your mind with his incredible musicianship
When you think of the peace and calm produced by a beautifully played woodwind instrument,…
Closure of Canada-U.S. border extended as American COVID-19 cases rise
OTTAWA – The Canada-U.S. border is set to remain closed well into December. A federal…
Vancouver mayor moves to decriminalize possession of illicit drugs
Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart says he's preparing to table a motion that would see city…