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Foster families make our province stronger
VICTORIA - When families struggle - whether due to conflicts, substance misuse, illness or because they require specialized care for a child with complex needs - it's comforting to know there are safe havens available for the children and teens who have nowhere else to turn. Every day in British Columbia, more than 3,100 foster families open their hearts...
Dog licensing initiative takes off in Kelowna
Kelowna is offering a one-time only dog licensing initiative. The event takes place Monday, Sept. 30 at 11 a.m. at the Regional District of Central Okanagan – Woodhaven Board Room, 1450 KLO Road, Kelowna. The first principle of Responsible Dog Ownership in the Regional District of Central Okanagan is the licensing of dogs. We are launching an...
Breastfeeding support is available
Breast milk is the ultimate convenience food. It’s inexpensive and readily available in the perfect feeding vessel at just the right temperature. Breast milk also improves the health of both babies and moms. Children who are breastfed are less likely to develop a number of illnesses including ear infections, asthma, obesity, and respiratory illnesses. Breastfeeding...
Police determine bomb caused Rutland truck fire
KELOWNA - RCMP believe a suspicious truck fire in Rutland last month was the result of a bomb. The "improvised explosive device" was placed in the cab of a Chevy Silverado in the 1300 block of Rutland Road north. On Aug. 30 at about 12:25 a.m., a plume of smoke coming from the area of...
Crime Stoppers most wanted: Cody Wayne William Miner
Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following male who is wanted on a province-wide warrant as of September 30, 2013. Cody Wayne William Miner (DOB 1989-03-24) is wanted for one count of driving while suspended and five counts of breach of undertaking. Miner is described as a 24-year-old white male, 6’3”...
Chicago takes over Kelowna at Prospera Place
KELOWNA - Chicago is coming to Prospera Place. The concert takes place Thursday, March 13, with doors opening at 7 p.m. and the show starting at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale Oct. 4 at 10 a.m. Chicago came to together in 1967 and this is their 46th year touring — they've never missed a...
A come from behind victory for Rutland’s very own Kelowna Chiefs
KELOWNA – The Chiefs faced off against the Steam in Summerland Sunday afternoon, skating away with a 4 – 3 win. The Steam opened up scoring in the first period with a quick goal from Paulsen Lautard. The Chiefs continued to fight and at 3:45 Jagger Bowles (1G, 1A) scored on the powerplay. Summerland would...
Some facts and figures on self-injury among federal prison inmates
OTTAWA – Some facts on self-injury in federal prisons, from a report released Monday by Correctional Investigator Howard Sapers:
NDP leader says going to RCMP about Liberal allegations not about sour grapes
VANCOUVER – British Columbia's NDP leader says his decision to contact the RCMP with new information about the Liberal government's ethnic vote scandal has nothing to do with losing the election.
RCMP, prosecutor investigate B.C. Liberal government’s ethnic vote plan
VICTORIA – The outgoing leader of British Columbia's New Democratic Party says information he provided to the RCMP last month has prompted an Election Act investigation and the appointment of a special prosecutor who has since been tasked with helping police probe the Liberal government's failed plan to woo ethnic voters.
Crime Stoppers most wanted: Adam Lane Wallace
Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following male who is wanted on a province-wide warrant as of September 27, 2013. Adam Lane Wallace (DOB 1987-08-16) is wanted for one count of break and enter. Wallace is described as a 26-year-old non-white male, 5’7” tall and 170 lbs. He has black hair...
Edmonton lawyer accused of trying to smuggle meth into jail for client
EDMONTON – A defence lawyer has been charged with trying to smuggle methamphetamine past security at the Edmonton Remand Centre.
Fire erupts at auto body shop in north end
UPDATE: Building "a complete loss" 3:30 p.m. Sept. 26 A fire that tore through White Stag Autobody just after 8:45 a.m. has destroyed the building. The exact cause of the fire is still unkown. The Kelowna Fire Department continues to investigate a crew mops up the remaining hot spots. Four engines, one rescue vehicle, a...
Badger Baby and Badger Kids sunscreen recalled; contaminated by bacteria
TORONTO – Health Canada says two children's sunscreens are being recalled due to contamination with a trio of bacteria that can cause serious infections.
Elderly man escapes car accident without injury
CELISTA - An 87-year-old man may be feeling lucky today considering what an accident he was involved in did to his car. On Sept. 25, at about 4:30 p.m. the man was driving his white Lincoln east along Squilax-Anglemont Road when he lost control and went into the ditch. He took out a B.C. Hydro...
Keep your rec vehicles locked and secured
St. Ives - A pair of recreation vehicle thefts may be connected according to Chase RCMP. The two thefts happened Sept. 3. The first happened in St. Ives with thieves entering an unlocked garage where they made off with an ATV and an offroad vehicle. The owner and neighbours say they didn't hear or see...
RCMP take-down in Okanagan Provincial Park
PENTICTON - Two men with criminal records were nabbed by the RCMP when they attempted to flee on foot after police began following their car. Penticton RCMP worked in cooperation with Summerland members as they followed a car, stolen out of Chilliwack all the way from Summerland into Okanagan Provincial Park Sept. 18. The men...
B.C. Mounties run out of tips in Highway of Tears deaths
KAMLOOPS, B.C. – The investigation into several cold-case murders of woman along B.C.'s so-called Highway of Tears appears to have stalled.
Crime Stoppers most wanted: Theresa Mary Malo
Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following female who is wanted on a province-wide warrant as of September 26, 2013. Theresa Mary Malo (DOB 1961-12-14) is wanted for two counts of fail to comply with probation. Malo is described as a 51-year-old white female, 5’2” tall and 111 lbs. She has...
Ottawa not ready yet to divulge what dangerous cargo trains are carrying
WINNIPEG – Ottawa isn't ready yet to tell municipalities exactly what dangerous cargo trains are carrying through their communities.
B.C. meeting GHG reduction targets, but setting up smokescreen for LNG, say experts
VICTORIA – An Environment Canada report to the United Nations indicates British Columbia is currently meeting its legislated targets to cut greenhouse gas pollution.
Fitkidz adds vibrancy in downtown Penticton
PENTICTON — Downtown Penticton has received an injection of vibrancy, as Fitkidz Gymnastics Club moved into the “Bus Barn” building on Ellis Street. “We are so pleased that Fitkidz has found a new home in Downtown Penticton. Their gymnastics club not only brings jobs into the commercial core, but hundreds of youth and families are...
Fitkidz adds vibrancy in downtown Penticton
PENTICTON — Downtown Penticton has received an injection of vibrancy, as Fitkidz Gymnastics Club moved into the “Bus Barn” building on Ellis Street. “We are so pleased that Fitkidz has found a new home in Downtown Penticton. Their gymnastics club not only brings jobs into the commercial core, but hundreds of youth and families are...
Deals at trunk sale this weekend
Love a good garage sale hunt? Then you’ll want to take in the annual fall Trunk Sale this weekend at Okanagan College. Organized by the Regional Waste Reduction Office, the Trunk Sale champions reuse and recycling with one huge community style garage sale in the Okanagan College parking lot this Saturday from 8am until noon....