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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.
Why artists in Kelowna have to turn to Vernon
"People are a little bit afraid to get gross here.”
iN NUMBERS: Majority of British Columbians support single-use plastic ban
But do they hate paper straws?
Wildfire burning out of control east of Kelowna
The fire is currently at three hectares in size at Dale Creek, near Joe Rich off Highway 33.
Why Okanagan Lake has the most drownings in B.C.
There are a lot of contributing factors for the high number of drowning deaths in Okanagan Lake.
‘Canada Shore’ cast surprise customers at Kelowna brewery for country swing night
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"Jersey Shore" spin-off "Canada Shore" is in the midst of filming its second season in Kelowna.
RCMP divers recover body of man who drowned in Okanagan Lake
The man, who wasn't wearing a lifejacket, was riding a tube behind a boat when he fell off.
iN NUMBERS: TVs and tattoos show how excited B.C. was to host the World Cup
Would you like to see Vancouver host the World Cup again?
Three Armstrong businesses gutted in early morning fire
“This was a devastating fire for our community, and our hearts go out to the owners, staff, and everyone affected by this loss."
It’s going to be a scorcher in Okanagan, Shuswap and South Thompson
Environment Canada has issued a yellow heat warning.
Controversial Okanagan MLA rumoured to be rejoining BC Cons as recall ramps up
"It looks like she may be actively internally campaigning with the Conservatives to rejoin them.”
Okanagan, Kamloops in for some heat with a dash of lightning
Temperatures are expected to stay around the mid-30s.
RCMP find the body of a missing boater in Mara Lake near Sicamous
“While this is a tragic outcome, we hope the recovery of the missing man brings some closure to his family and friends."
Lake Country launches free ‘Scottie’ the summer shuttle to improve public transit
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The shuttle rides are free for everyone and it’s meant to get people to destinations like beaches and restaurants.
‘Only game in town’: Osoyoos track set to revive horse racing in B.C.
"Times change, people change, culture changes, and we don't want to see the horses gone.”
iN PHOTOS: Okanagan Lake got rocked again this year
Thousands of fans gathered in the Prospera Place parking lot to see the shows.
iN NUMBERS: British Columbians’ paycheques spoken for before it hits
“Paycheque to paycheque no longer fully captures the pressure many British Columbians are under."
Underwater search underway for man presumed drowned near Sicamous
Our thoughts are with the missing man's family and friends during this difficult time."
Man without lifejacket drowns while tubing on Okanagan Lake
West Kelowna RCMP are investigating the fourth drowning in Okanagan Lake so far this summer.
Demand to list short-term rentals in Kelowna slow to recover
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“Any government at any level, when they're making policy decisions, the first thing they need to do is determine what is the metric of success.”
iN NUMBERS: How B.C. drivers secure their pets, or don’t
“For many of us, pets are part of the family, and we want them with us wherever we go.”
West Kelowna makes list for best winery restaurants in the world
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Wine Enthusiast said Quails’ Gate Winery’s Old Vines Restaurant isn't just a spot for a "meat-and-cheese platter between pours."
RCMP investigating woman’s death in Kelowna as suspicious
Her body was found in the back of a vehicle.
Jobless rate on the rise in Kelowna as BC struggles to employ young people
“The summer job is a rite of passage.”
Where ‘The Amazing Race Canada’ stopped on its way through Kelowna
"It was hard to keep the secret.”