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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.
iN NUMBERS: No more seasonal time change in B.C.
Get ready to change your clocks for the last time.
Kelowna Springs Golf Course public hearing last stand for development opponents
“This is it. There’s no other avenue."
Big White not concerned about ski conditions as winter ending early
“It's going to be quite warm and mild to start off the month, not seeing any cold Arctic air coming down anytime soon."
TRENDING NOW: Seal gives diver a pat on the head
A very considerate water puppy.
iN PHOTOS: Lots of skiing left in Kamloops and the Okanagan
It might be warming up in the valleys, but don't pack up your ski gear just yet.
iN NUMBERS: Crime in Kamloops, Okanagan a mixed bag in 2025
What crime statistic matters most to you?
Free and casual: Pros and hobbyists gather in Kelowna to test new games
"It could be hand drawn on pieces of paper that you cut up yourself, or it could be something that people have 3D printed.”
iN NUMBERS: Rent prices falling faster in B.C. than national average
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These numbers show a small step toward clawing our way out of the housing crisis.
B.C. minimum wage set to rise again this spring
“Working people in our province are feeling the pressure of inflation.”
Controversial Okanagan MLA tries to repeal BC Human Rights Code
The bill introduced in the legislature was supported by the BC Conservatives.
Study finds charging non-Kelowna residents more for recreation is money loser
The city hired an accounting firm to do the math.
‘Screwed over’: Okanagan family fighting with ICBC’s no-fault model five years after crash
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The family is is hoping to be heard during a review of the new no-fault insurance model that got underway this week.
Penticton city councillor’s historic sex crime trial set for next month
He’s facing numerous charges for sex crimes against victims who were underage at the time of the alleged offences.
iN PHOTOS: Moments between a pair of eagles in West Kelowna
When bald eagles find a mate they stay together until one of them dies, so these two are a pair for life.
iN NUMBERS: Major sports events in Okanagan, Kamloops this year
Get some foam fingers and face paint because it's a good year to be a sports fan.
Not cold enough for world-class Okanagan ice wine this winter
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Ice wine began as a way to salvage frozen grapes that couldn’t be used for regular wine.
Lake Country vandal’s graffiti spree ended with a foot chase
"This type of vandalism has been increasing, and it is hoped that this arrest will help reduce the damage being caused.”
American country musician turned away from Kelowna for decade old weed conviction
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“Everybody’s got a past. Mine’s still haunting me."
iN NUMBERS: Big provincial budget bucks headed for Kamloops, Okanagan
Vernon is conspicuously absent from the big projects list.
iN PHOTOS: Rescued animals living their best lives in BC
Some photos and stories to help restore your faith in humanity.
Supports in place for Kelowna’s homeless as mercury drops
“The city will be distributing warming supplies like toques, gloves, socks, as well as hand and foot warmers.”
iN PHOTOS: Historic gold panning in Princeton
A glimpse into the lives of people panning for gold a century ago.
Kelowna launches overnight security patrol in response to crime complaints
Downtown crime, homelessness and drug use has been a major concern for the business community.
Gang unit seizes guns, drugs and makes arrests in South Okanagan
“We were able to safely apprehend high-risk offenders and disrupt drug trafficking activity before it escalated further."