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Jesse Tomas
Jesse Tomas is a reporter from Toronto who joined iNFOnews.ca in 2023. He graduated with a Bachelor in Journalism from Carleton University in 2022.
What’s with the yellow people trying to boost the Central Okanagan’s gig economy
“Inflation has outpaced wages for four years running. I mean, people need to do extra work right now just to kind of fill the gap."
Balmy long weekend in Okanagan, Kamloops has its downsides after warm, dry winter
After a warm winter, spring is looking to continue the trend with above average temperatures and sunny skies.
Okanagan ideal climate for growing cannabis; getting bud to consumers a challenge
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“I wouldn't have done it if I had known what I know now.”
iN NUMBERS: British Columbians want to ban kids from social media
Unsurprisingly, a ban on TikTok had the most support.
Okanagan, Kamloops gas prices jump as B.C. leads country in expensive fuel
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B.C. has the highest provincial average price at $1.98 with Vancouver taking the prize for highest gas price at $2.15.
Why Penticton voters can’t recall a councillor on trial for historic sex crimes
While MLAs can legally be recalled by voters, B.C. doesn't have the same legislative mechanism for city councillors.
IKEA ‘plan to order site’ opening in Kelowna next week
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It isn’t going to be a full-blown maze of furniture displays with a plate of meatballs at the end.
Recap of Okanagan MLA Tara Armstrong’s ‘work’ in leg ahead of recall campaign
Most recently she attempted to repeal the BC Human Rights Code, another bill that failed at the first reading in the legislature.
iN NUMBERS: British Columbians’ feelings on 4th anniversary of the Freedom Convoy
Four years later, the Freedom Convoy is still controversial.
Some ski resorts close early but other Kamloops, Okanagan hills finishing strong
“On the top half of the mountain the skiing is quite nice, but on the bottom half of the mountain we had some rain events earlier in the season that were snow events in the top half and that is our problem with our current conditions.”
How Okanagan, Kamloops post-secondary institutions are coping with fewer international students
“As a result, the college must continue reviewing course offerings and making adjustments, including reducing sections and, in some cases, narrowing the range of electives.”
A list of ways Kelowna is overpaying for policing
"This is likely indicative of systemic inefficiency or productivity constraints not related to local factors or service levels.”
iN NUMBERS: How people in B.C. feel about the idea of AI data centres in their backyards
Would you want a data centre in your community?
Province giving Kelowna $1 million for BC Lions games
“By supporting Touchdown Kelowna, we are helping strengthen the local economy, support local businesses and create good‑paying jobs, helping build a strong, independent economy for British Columbians and their families.”
Arrest in Kelowna related to 115 kg of meth smuggled in pickle jars
“Drug trafficking knows no borders, and neither does our drive to confront it."
‘No work on the go’: Fewer home builders in Kelowna means less employment
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“Our community is powered by residential construction and if we're going to continue to see people leaving our community because they need to go somewhere else to find work, it's going to create further economic challenges."
Missing piece of Okanagan Rail Trail in Kelowna to open this summer
"By closing this gap, we are delivering on a promise of a fully connected region."
iN PHOTOS: Photographer bonded with wild horses near Spences Bridge
"They know me as I go find them all the time and sit with them.”
West Kelowna water advisory lifted after no contamination found in reservoir
The City of West Kelowna thanked affected customers for their patience and cooperation throughout the water disruption.
iN NUMBERS: How British Columbians feel about response to COVID-19 pandemic, six years later
As you might expect, it's a bit mixed.
West Kelowna water reservoir vandalism suspects cooperating with investigation
Police said there is only minor damage to the property, but the investigation is ongoing.
Investigation into water reservoir vandalism continues as West Kelowna awaits test results
“Today, we conducted a reservoir inspection and cleaning. Once the cleaning is complete and we receive test results that indicate there is no contamination, the reservoir will be refilled.”
‘Very rare’: West Kelowna firefighters battle two house fires at same time
“Having two significant fire events take place at nearly the same time is very rare, however, it is not believed the fires are related in any manner.”
Highly anticipated recall campaign for Okanagan MLA ready to launch
“It’s folks from all political stripes, people who voted for Tara Armstrong and people who didn't.”