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How to avoid salmonella poisoning during the Thanksgiving feast
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN - It's that time of year when families gather to share a turkey feast so here's some tips to make sure festivities remain salmonella-free. To avoid symptoms of food poisoning such as stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and fever there are four basic steps to follow. 1. When preparing any food, wash your hands...
Looking for a different way to cook turkey this Thanksgiving?
Not everyone is a fan of the traditional turkey, stuffed and roasted in the oven until the skin is golden brown. There are adventurer's among us who like to cook the seasonal bird in different, creative ways. Many of us have heard of deep frying a turkey or cooking a turkey on the barbecue with...
Good times guaranteed at Okanagan Fest of Ale
PENTICTON - Beer lovers rejoice, in little more than two weeks, the doors open at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre to celebrate the 20th Annual Okanagan Fest of Ale. Tickets are still available but selling fast for the event that starts Friday, April 10 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and runs through Saturday,...
Oil and gas industry has no impact on health in northeastern B.C.: report
VANCOUVER – Health risks associated with oil and gas activity in the British Columbia's northeastern communities are low, according to a newly released report from the provincial Health Ministry.
Woman’s ‘kitty, kitty’ video of encounter with lynx draws awe, ridicule
This could be the ultimate cat video.
CBC News slashing 144 positions from local services, Radio-Canada cuts 100
TORONTO – CBC is slashing 244 jobs from local news services across the country as its plans to shift some of its limited resources to its digital operations.
‘Absolutely’ confident: TSB investigator says he’ll fly any Canadian airline
VANCOUVER – The chief aviation investigator for the federal transport watchdog says he's absolutely confident in the safety records of Canadian airlines and the psychological testing administered to their pilots.
Time running out to give input on upper Glenrosa’s future
What kind of development should take place in the Upper Glenrosa area in the future? Should sewer and water services be extended to the area? What transportation issues need to be addressed? Residents can go online to to take a quick online survey and provide their feedback on these important questions. Their responses will help...
Full parole for a man who killed a B.C. police officer
VANCOUVER – A man who spent most of the last three decades in prison for murdering a Delta, B.C., police officer has been granted full parole.
Accused B.C. terrorist wanted someone to care for her cat after attack: trial
VANCOUVER – As her husband writes out a list of supplies needed to stage a terrorist attack in Victoria, Amanda Korody presses an undercover officer to find someone to look after the couple's cat after they are gone.
South Penticton development gets ready to dig into phase two
PENTICTON - More development is on the way for land overlooking Skaha Lake as the company responsible for the development prepares to launch phase two of the 600-home residential resort community. The $250-million Skaha Hills project in the southern area of Penticton is moving along in small increments, with 20 of their 47 phase one...
Employee takes punch to face trying to stop liquor store robbery
WEST KELOWNA - Staff and a patron at a West Kelowna liquor store were able to take down two of three men allegedly attempting to steal liquor Monday night. The attempted robbery took place at the Liquor Depot on Gosset Road at 9:46 p.m. on March 23, according to a media release from West Kelowna...
Benefit of small class-sizes and campus community draws students to College, hear more at upcoming info nights in Vernon and Kelowna
OKANAGAN - Good things come in small packages. At Okanagan College the small class sizes at its four local campuses continue to be a differentiator for prospective students. “Class size is the key piece,” says 32-year-old Vernon student Tim Osborne who is completing his Associate of Arts Degree along with some science foundation courses at...
Kelowna woman wins B.C.’s biggest banked slalom snowboarding race
KELOWNA - A Kelowna woman walked away with a trophy, and bragging rights, after earning the fastest time in the ladies portion of the biggest annual banked slalom snowboarding event in British Columbia. A total of 265 participants raced in 20 different categories as Big White Ski Resort once again hosted the Annual Neil Edgeworth...
Modern Fish and Seafood Act represents sustainable B.C. sector
VICTORIA - The B.C. government's new Fish and Seafood Act will replace legislation that was last significantly updated in the 1960s with a modern framework that builds on B.C.'s local and international reputation as a source of sustainable and trusted seafood products, and improves operating conditions for B.C.'s seafood sector. The new legislation will update the licensing and regulation...
Legislative changes support BC Timber Sales review recommendations
VICTORIA - Amendments to forestry legislation introduced today will enhance the effectiveness of BC Timber Sales and allow the transfer of pulpwood agreements to increase fibre supply to pulp mills. Acting on recommendations from the BC Timber Sales effectiveness review, the amendments will encourage more accurate timber pricing, help BC Timber Sales generate more revenue, and improve overall business practices....
B.C. streamlines Land and Land Title acts
VICTORIA - Bill 25, introduced today, will make it easier to regulat and manage low-impact community, recreational, industrial and commercial activity on Crown lands, streamline fees for transactions under the Land Title Act and allow non-Canadians to register as land surveyors. Proposed Land Act changes will streamline application processes and give government authority to identify low-impact activities - like...
Commitment to finalize LNG income tax framework fulfilled
VICTORIA - The administration and enforcement component of the Liquefied Natural Gas Income Tax Act provides proponents with clarity and British Columbians with confidence, announced Minister of Finance Michael de Jong today. The introduction of Bill 26, the Liquefied Natural Gas Income Tax Amendment Act 2015, fulfils the government's commitment to set out the remaining elements of a competitive LNG...
New Societies Act provides flexibility, accountability
VICTORIA - A modern and updated Societies Act will allow not-for-profit organizations to operate more effectively and efficiently, while at the same time protecting the public interest, Minister of Finance Michael de Jong announced today. Bill 24, the Societies Act, was introduced in the legislature today. The statute provides rules for the creation and governance of not-for- profit organizations in...
Cycling season picking up speed
KELOWNA - The warm weather and longer days have given Kelowna residents a jump on outdoor activities, including bike riding. Cycling is a great way to get around, stay fit and have fun. Citizens are encouraged to keep in mind the City of Kelowna’s Traffic Bylaws for cycling - all riders are required to wear...
Lake Country referendum mail ballot options
LAKE COUNTRY – If you won’t be in town for the referendum on April 25, 2015 or during any of the advance polls on April 15, 16, 17, 20 and 21, you may still be able to vote by mail. Lake Country is seeking elector assent through a referendum to approve the borrowing of up...
Project Management programs earns international approval
KELOWNA - Okanagan College has earned the designation of Registered Education Provider (R.E.P.) from the Project Management Institute (PMI), the world’s largest project management member association. R.E.P.s are organizations that have been approved by PMI to help project managers achieve and maintain the Project Management Professional (PMP)®, Program Management Professional (PgMP)® and other PMI professional...
B.C. mother sues province after infant daughter dies in foster care
VANCOUVER – When Sara-Jane Wiens learned her 21-month-old daughter had died in foster care, she ran out of her back door and "screamed bloody murder."
Celebrate 2015 Earth Hour by participating in the Energy Conservation Contest
VERNON - The City of Vernon is encouraging the community to celebrate Earth Hour 2015 on Saturday, March 28 at 8:30 pm. Earth Hour started in 2007 as a lights-off event to raise awareness about climate change. It has since engaged over 7,000 cities in 162 countries and territories worldwide. The symbolic hour has grown...