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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.
Kelowna RCMP warns recently released sex offender risk to teen boys
Anyone who sees Dodge breaching his probation has been asked to call 9-1-1 immediately.
TRENDING NOW: Asleep at the wheel
An average Kelowna driver.
City of Kelowna won’t open the gates as lakefront hotel locks public out of boardwalk
”In the meantime, based on direction from the city's legal team, we have decided not to remedy via self-help, i.e. unilaterally cutting locks, removing gates, etc.”
Heads up, drivers, major road works in Kamloops, Okanagan upcoming
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There are more projects and closures, but those are the ones most likely to cause some traffic headaches over the next few weeks.
Penticton looking at joining Okanagan Regional Library system
“Our public library is one of the most valued public services in our community.”
TRENDING NOW: Genius water bottle prank
Don't prank your driver.
iN NUMBERS: The BCers who see their doctor dozens, hundreds of times per year
“In some cases, patients with unique health challenges may need more frequent appointments, but there may also be abuse by patients or health providers."
International figure skating qualifier coming to Kelowna in the fall
This is another major sporting event headed for Kelowna this year following the Memorial Cup in May and the BC Summer Games in July.
TRENDING NOW: Some llama drama
"Mind your own business."
Community rallies for Vernon mother of 16 leaving abusive marriage
"Because she spoke no English, she lost her voice, first in her marriage then in her community."
iN NUMBERS: Majority of British Columbians surveyed oppose DRIPA
Last year, British Columbians were leaning toward support for DRIPA, but now things are moving in the other direction.
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?