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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.
Chinese Canadian commandos who trained in Okanagan remembered 80 years later
During the Second World War there were 13 Chinese Canadians who volunteered for the extraordinarily…
Schedule released for chance to see NHL prospects in Penticton’s Young Stars Classic
The puck drops in September for the Young Stars Classic hockey tournament in Penticton and…
Pickup truck struck and seriously injured young pedestrian in Vernon
A pickup truck struck a young pedestrian in Vernon Saturday and left them with life-threatening…
iN PHOTOS: Euro car show in Kelowna raises money for charity
Euro car owners from around the continent came to Kelowna for a weekend long car…
U.S. President Joe Biden steps aside as Democratic candidate, ending re-election bid
WASHINGTON – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Joe Biden has been a partner to Canadians…
TRENDING NOW: Kitten picks his own name
This is a brilliant way to make sure your cat likes their name. Next time…
Don’t work in bed, and other tips for creating a peaceful sleep zone in a studio apartment
There's a lot to be said for the work/play energy of a nice studio or…
Mara Mountain wildfire growing away from Sicamous
BC Wildfire Service members are continuing to tackle the wildfire on Mara Mountain as it…
Small fashion houses sowing sustainability with sewing pattern releases
When Michelle Larsen started her fashion brand, she planned on making each item herself, with…
‘Back to Saskatch’: Taylor Swift fans woo pop star to come back to province
REGINA – Megan Weiland has made a friendship bracelet for every Taylor Swift album. The…
Israeli military says it has struck Houthi targets in Yemen in response to attacks
SANAA, Yemen (AP) — The Israeli army said Saturday it has struck several Houthi targets…
TRENDING NOW: Pig gets a back massage at the beach
Who knew a pig could be the subject of envy. This swine has it made;…
BC invests $7 million into mass timber industry in Okanagan
A provincial government investment in the timber industry is bringing some jobs back to to…
Meet the captain of Okanagan Lake’s ice cream boat
Ryan Upsdell is the captain of Kelowna’s first ice cream boat called the Purple Penguin.…
A sweet, native and nutritious snack from the garden? Look no further than blueberries
I’ve been growing dwarf blueberries for three years, and my plants are covered in green…
From a media perspective, it was a tale of two Trump speeches – and long enough for both
From a media perspective, Donald Trump failed to stick the landing at the Republican convention…
Garage fire in Kelowna doused; no one hurt
A garage was engulfed in flames in Kelowna yesterday, but firefighters were able to contain…
Gun-control group fears Liberals have ‘abandoned’ efforts on assault-style firearms
OTTAWA – A prominent gun-control group fears the Liberal government has abandoned its commitment to…
Wildfire evacuation alert issued for some Echo Lake residents in North Okanagan
The Regional District of North Okanagan has issued an evacuation alert for the West End…
Wildfires erupt in B.C. with more heat and thunderstorms on the way
The number of wildfires in British Columbia has flared as more lightning storms bring the…
TRENDING NOW: Dog babysits kittens
Every mom deserves a break, including cat moms. It's almost as if the momma cat…
Major delays continue on Highway 97 near Peachland wildfire
The wildfire near Peachland is under control but drivers should be ready for major delays…
Serious car crash on Trans-Canada near Golden
An SUV was rear-ended on the Trans-Canada Highway near Golden yesterday. RCMP responded to a…
TRENDING NOW: Unwelcome farm animals just want to hang out
This mirrors the moment at the end of a great party when you have to…