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B.C. will likely appeal teachers ruling that fined province $2 million: premier
KAMLOOPS – Premier Christy Clark says the government will likely appeal a B.C. Supreme Court ruling that fined the province $2 million and struck down legislation around class size and composition — for the second time.
Award winning musician Mark Irving to perform at UBCO
Join us for our first music night of the year featuring Mark Irving, Oceans & Lights, and Red River Rebellion. University Theatre (ADM026) Jan 31 at 7 p.m. Admission is $3 for students and $5 for adults. Tickets available at the door. Mark Irving is a captivating singer/songwriter based in Kelowna, who has practiced his...
YMCA Health Coaching Program offers Long Term Solutions
KELOWNA - We all know that our health is not attributed to one thing, for instance physical fitness levels or eating habits on their own. According to the most recent Vital Signs report, the social determinants of health include personal health practices, health services, social and physical environments, social support networks, and more. The YMCA...
Easter Seals Splash of Colour Run connects maple syrup, the beaver and volunteering
KELOWNA - Volunteering is as Canadian as maple syrup and the beaver! Before taking an oath of allegiance, new Canadians are encouraged to embrace volunteer opportunities in their communities as a way to integrate into our wonderful society. If you share compassion for disabled kids and their families and would like to contribute to improving...
RDCO dog bylaw open house
Just a reminder that the RDCO is holding an Information Open House tomorrow from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Regional District office (1450 KLO Road in Kelowna) on the new Responsible Dog Ownership Bylaw No. 1343. Information about the bylaw, fine structure and the current bylaw is available at www.regionaldistrict.com/dogs. An online questionnaire...
Public invited to lecture by multi-media artist Damian Moppet
Multi-media artist Damian Moppett will speak as a guest lecturer at UBC on Thursday, February 6 at a free public event. His talk starts at 12 noon in Room CCS222, Creative and Critical Studies Building, 1148 Research Rd., UBC’s Okanagan campus, Kelowna. Through fascinating transformational processes involving photography, sculpture, drawing, video and painting, Moppett examines...
Highlights of the regular Regional Board meeting – January 27, 2014
Crime Stoppers Theft of Energy Initiative The Regional Board has endorsed a new one year program with the Central Okanagan Crime Stoppers Society for the Fortis BC - Theft of Energy Crime Prevention Initiative. As a part of the program, Central Okanagan Crime Stoppers will receive anonymous tips regarding the theft of electricity and natural...
Students raise money during Vees challenge night
PENTICTON – The Penticton Vees Jr. ‘A’ Hockey Club is pleased to announce fundraising efforts from the School Spirit Challenge night. Over $6,100 was raised for the Penticton Soupateria and the South Okanagan Boys and Girls Club at the South Okanagan Events Centre (SOEC) on Saturday, January 18th. In front of the second largest crowd...
Two vehicle collision slows traffic on Harvey
KELOWNA - A two-vehicle accident at Dilworth Drive and Harvey Avenue slowed afternoon traffic Tuesday. It appears a white pickup truck and a grey SUV were involved. Harvey was reduced to a single eastbound lane while emergency crews assessed the situation and removed the vehicles. The driver of the SUV was taken away in an...
Former Rockets captain Sissons gets call-up to Nashville
It didn't take Colton Sissons long to get the call to the big leagues.
Investigators to examine cause of Saturday night Kamloops mill fire
KAMLOOPS – Authorities are investigating the cause of a fire that broke out in a Kamloops pulp mill.
Crime Stoppers most wanted: Jess Dylan John Palmour
Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following male who is wanted on a province-wide warrant as of January 28, 2014. Jess Dylan John Palmour, 33, is wanted for one count of fail to comply with probation. Palmour is described as a white male, 5’11” tall and 177 lbs. He has grey...
Regional District Annual Review Highlights Initiatives
The 2013 edition of the Regional District Annual Review has been released. It outlines the activities and programs that are planned by the Regional District of Central Okanagan for the year ahead and highlights the accomplishments made during 2013. Communications Officer Bruce Smith says, “The 33-page colour publication is a primer for anyone interested in...
ATV stolen overnight from Osoyoos business
OSOYOOS - Police are looking for thieves who made off with a four-seater ATV from the property of Jone Boys Automotive sometime during the night. Osoyoos RCMP Cpl. Jason Bayda says the 2014 Kawasaki side-by-side was taken after dark, between the night of January 27 and the morning of January 28. Along with the ATV,...
Court fines B.C. government $2M, restores teachers rights to bargain class size
VANCOUVER – A court has fined the British Columbia government $2 million dollars, while restoring working conditions to public school teachers in a searing judgment against the government.
Firefighters Conduct Training on Shannon Lake
Residents may see and hear activity on Shannon Lake during the evenings of January 28 and February 4 as West Kelowna Fire Rescue personnel conduct training exercises. Firefighters will hone their skills in break through ice rescue techniques during practices that will occur between 6:30 and 9:30 p.m. both nights. Break through ice response is...
Council approves Parking Management Strategy
KELOWNA - City Council approved changes to base parking rates at its regular meeting today and endorsed guiding principles that set the direction for the city-wide Parking Management Strategy. The goals are to improve parking availability, ensure the system continues to pay for itself so that general taxation is not impacted and improve customer service...
Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen to host operating budget open house
AREA "B" AND "G" RESIDENTS INVITED TO CONSULT ON BUDGET The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen will host an open house Wednesday, February 5, to introduce residents of Electoral Areas “B” and “G” to the 2014 Operating Budget. The presentation will be held at the Victory Hall, 704 – 4 Street, in Keremeos, from 5 to...
Blazers roster changes and injury update
KAMLOOPS – The Kamloops Blazers are set to play four games in five nights this week starting on Tuesday night when they host the Spokane Chiefs. The hockey club has been forced to make a few roster moves as two players suffered long-term injuries over the weekend. The Blazers have called up forward Deven Sideroff...
Free swimming and skating for Family Day
Vernon will offer two free events for Family Day, Feb. 10, this year. There will be free lap and leisure swimming from noon to 1:30 p.m. then a public swim from 1:30 - 4 p.m. At Kal Tire Place, free public skating will run from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. The events were made possible with...
Nine targets in Osoyoos robbery spree
OSOYOOS - Travelling thieves may be to blame for nine incidents of thefts and break-ins in the area. The reports came into Osoyoos RCMP from January 21-26. On January 21, two Fortis transformers were reported stolen from Hwy 3 and Empire Road. A white Astro van with a utility trailer was seen in the area...
RCMP search for missing youth
VERNON - The RCMP is hoping someone knows what happened to a youth who hasn't been since since he walked out of his last probation appointment. Desmond Fisher, 14, left the appointment at about 1:45 p.m. He's 5'4" tall, and weights 143 lbs. He has black hair and hazel eyes. Police are concerned about Fisher's...
Okanagan College presents: G’morning Poetry: A Late-Night Humour Talkshow Live
Okanagan College will present G’morning Poetry: A Late-Night Humour Talkshow Live! What is a G’morning Poetry? Well, it is a free-for-all-ages half-scripted, half-improv Johnny Carson-style literary rumpus of goofs, games, and gaffes hosted by Okanagan College instructor kevin mcpherson eckhoff, with his bestfriend and fellow instructor/poet Jake Kennedy as a boyish Eddy McMahon, PhD. The...
Snap up a chance to win with My Ambrosia Moment
Ambrosia Apples announces their My Ambrosia Moment contest where contestants can win a three-night stay at the Kelowna Delta Grand Okanagan in the heart of apple and wine country and $500 spending money! “My Ambrosia Moment is a contest where Ambrosia fans and consumers can share photos of themselves or other people enjoying their favourite...