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Crime Stoppers most wanted: David Mills-Gladu
Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following male who is wanted on a province-wide warrant as of April 8, 2014. David Mills-Gladu, 19, is wanted for one count of fail to comply with probation and one count of possession of stolen property under $5000. Mills-Gladu is described as a white male,...
Controlled Burning in Two Regional Parks: April 8, 2014
The Regional District of Central Okanagan advises that controlled burning is underway today (Tuesday, April 8) in an approximately 20 hectare area of Scenic Canyon Regional Park and in a nine hectare section of Coldham Regional Park. With good air quality and venting conditions open burning is allowed today for those eligible Central Okanagan property...
MP Report for Okanagan-Coquihalla: Temporary Foreign Worker Program back in the news
The temporary foreign worker program has again made major headlines across British Columbia. This week complaints centered on a number of fast food restaurants in Victoria. The complaint was that temporary foreign workers were being offered employment over Canadian workers who were also available for work. If these allegations are established as being accurate, an...
Ballet Kelowna is on the Move with its Spring Tour
KELOWNA - “Excellence in Motion” – that’s the new motto Ballet Kelowna has been taking on the road and around town this spring. Kelowna and Okanagan visitors to Orchard Park Shopping Centre experienced Ballet Kelowna live on Saturday, April 5. More than 1,000 people stopped by the Sky Court to watch the talented professional ballet...
Former gang leader who pleaded guilty in mass gang killing in B.C. to testify
VANCOUVER – A former gang leader who pleaded guilty last year for his role in a plot that ultimately left six people dead is expected to testify against his former associates.
Celebrating our City’s volunteers
National Volunteer Week, April 6 – 12, is a time to recognize and celebrate the hard work and dedication of volunteers across Canada. The City of Kelowna benefits from more than its fair share of residents who volunteer their time and energy at various facilities such as the Kelowna International Airport and with community programs...
Study finds new approach to homelessness saves money, keeps people off street
OTTAWA – New conclusions by the Mental Health Commission of Canada suggest the "housing first" approach to battling homelessness is showing real results.
Kelowna Rockets’ Damon Severson named Denny’s WHL player of the week
CALGARY Alta. - The Western Hockey League announced today that Kelowna Rockets’ defenceman Damon Severson is the Denny’s WHL Player of the Week for the week ending April 6, 2014. Severson scored three goals and added four assists for seven points along with a +3 rating in two games over the last week, leading the...
Hail insurance for B.C. fruit growers available with lowest premiums in Canada
KELOWNA - The B.C. government is recommending Okanagan tree fruit growers include insurance for hail damage in their 2014 risk management plans, and take advantage of the fact that B.C. premiums are the lowest in Canada. Hail insurance offered jointly by British Columbia and Canada is a cost-effective way for farm families to ensure that weather risks such as hail...
Ski2Sea closure and restrictions
Ski2Sea Race Society is holding its 34th annual Ski2Sea relay race on Sunday, April 13, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. More than 100 teams and solo participants will begin the six-legged, 95-kilometre race at Big White and cross the finish line in City Park. Peck Road in Rutland will be closed from 10:30 a.m....
Parks are for everyone’s enjoyment
The warmer weather makes now a great time to start getting active outdoors. Kelowna has numerous parks and pathways, ideal areas for walking, hiking, cycling and more. Residents can also explore the community to its fullest on one of the City’s free Neighbourhood Walks with experienced walk leaders. However, now that Knox Mountain’s gates have...
Sports fields now open
As warm weather approaches, many residents and sports leagues will use one of the 30 City sports fields to enjoy activities ranging from Frisbee to baseball. Yesterday marked the official opening of all City sports fields, including public washrooms which are now open until 8 p.m. Throughout the season, City staff will perform routine maintenance...
Controlled Burning in Two Regional Parks: April 7, 2014
The Regional District of Central Okanagan advises that controlled burning is underway today (Monday, April 7th) in an approximately 20-hectare area of Scenic Canyon Regional Park and in a nine hectare section of Coldham Regional Park. With good air quality and venting conditions open burning is allowed today for those eligible Central Okanagan property owners...
Rockets steal Seattle’s thunder with 6-2 win
KELOWNA - The Kelowna Rockets drew first blood in its best-of-seven, second round WHL playoff series with Seattle on Thursday, skating to a 6-2 win over the Thunderbirds at Prospera Place in Kelowna. Rockets defenceman Damon Severson scored twice and added two assists to lead the Rockets who led 3-1 after the first period and...
Robber flees on bicycle following insurance agency stick-up
KELOWNA - An insurance agent was robbed at gunpoint Tuesday morning prompting a police search of the area around Capri Insurance in Kelowna. Mounties arrived at the Capri Centre Mall shortly before noon April 1 following a report an unknown man entered the agency, threatened staff with a shotgun and demanded money. Officers were told...