Elevate your local knowledge
Sign up for the iNFOnews newsletter today!
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.
Flooding in Fort McMurray prompts evacuations, request for military assistance
FORT MCMURRAY, Alta. – Flooding in northern Alberta has led to mandatory evacuations in Fort…
B.C. woman whose disappearance sparked wide search found dead in Burnaby: police
NEW WESTMINSTER, B.C. – The body of a missing British Columbia woman has been found…
Sale of face masks to boost cash-strapped Vancouver Aquarium going gangbusters
VANCOUVER – The Vancouver Whitecaps had sold more than 57,000 masks as of Monday morning…
Online petition calls for school name change for officer killed in Nova Scotia rampage
HALIFAX – An online campaign has begun seeking to change the name of a Nova…
TRENDING NOW: This fox’s laughter is what the world needs right now
Adorable Finnegan Fox is a star at the SaveAFox Rescue in Minnesota most likely because…
Lots of companies now want your video chats — even Facebook
OAKLAND, Calif. – Amid the coronavirus pandemic, this has become an era of Zoom birthdays,…
No parades, no concerts, no fun? COVID-19 will ensure a summer like no other
TORONTO – From music festivals to carnivals to big screen blockbusters, COVID-19 has already put…
Farmers markets looking for ways to stay afloat during the pandemic
Canada's farmers markets, traditionally reliant on bustling crowds paying cash for locally produced food, seem…
COVID-19 kills dozens more nursing home residents; emergency payouts top $22.4B
TORONTO – Dozens more deaths in long-term care homes were reported Friday as new figures…
Criminal gangs changing tactics as closed borders and COVID-19 deal impact
VANCOUVER – Gangs and organized crime groups in B.C. are changing how they operate and…
Mass killing in Nova Scotia possibly triggered by assault on girlfriend: RCMP
HALIFAX – A murderous rampage in Nova Scotia that left 22 victims dead could have…
New evacuation order in B.C. as flooding affects central Interior
VANCOUVER – A flood warning has been issued for a river near Prince George, B.C.,…
Online vigil today to honour Nova Scotia victims with national, local tributes
A tribute to the 22 Nova Scotians who died in one of Canada's deadliest mass…
TRENDING NOW: Hilarious take on contrary COVID-19 advice from authorities
This satirical sketch — from the host of "The Adley Show" — hit the nail…
Working from home? You’re probably eligible for an auto insurance discount
OTTAWA – Canadians looking to tighten their belts may want to look to their auto…
COVID-19 wreaking havoc on Canada’s hospitality industry, MPs told
OTTAWA – The COVID-19 pandemic has caused carnage for restaurants and hotels in Canada, MPs…
What to consider when outlining personal end-of-life care decisions
The COVID-19 pandemic is pushing a number of people to start preparing for the worst-case…
Scheer refuses to acknowledge MP’s controversial criticism of health officer
OTTAWA – Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer refused Thursday to address controversial comments by a member…
You can apply for one-time, tax-free B.C. emergency benefit May 1
VICTORIA – Applications for the British Columbia government's $1,000 emergency benefit for workers will open…
2020 Calgary Stampede cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic
CALGARY – The Calgary Stampede's board of directors has cancelled the world-famous exhibition and rodeo…
Some rising B.C. rivers may have peaked but others still show flood threat: forecaster
CACHE CREEK, B.C. – Residents in flood prone areas of British Columbia's central Interior spent…
iN VIDEO: Rolling Stones release a song that ‘resonates’ during global lockdown
NEW YORK – The Rolling Stones have unveiled a new song the band thinks is…
Flooding forces evacuation alert for 400 people in central B.C. village
VANCOUVER – An evacuation alert has been issued for people who live in a small…
TRENDING NOW: Conan hijacks Zoom meeting
Late night talk show host Conan O'Brien thought it would be funny if he crashed…