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New Democrat MLA David Eby kicks off advanced education tour in the Okanagan
VANCOUVER – New Democrat advanced education critic David Eby is beginning a province-wide advanced education tour by meeting with students in the Okanagan to listen to their concerns about the state of post-secondary education. “Access to education and growing student debt are serious challenges facing today’s students,” said Eby. “This tour is about getting into...
Household hazardous waste round up returns
The 2013 Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) Household Hazardous Waste Round Up will take place on Saturday, September 28th from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Okanagan College parking lot in Vernon and from 9:00 am to noon at the Enderby Fire Hall and the Lumby Fire Hall. Bring your household hazardous waste...
Regional District swaps annual dog license tags
Dog owners who have licensed their pet in the Central Okanagan are encouraged to visit the Regional District before September 30th. Those with a 2013 tag are asked to stop by the RDCO office (1450 KLO Road) or the Weddell Place Dog Pound in Kelowna to receive a new Permanent License tag for their pet. ...
Large international study shows hypertension under diagnosed, poorly controlled
TORONTO – A large Canadian-led study shows that even though the risks posed by high blood pressure are well known, the condition remains under-diagnosed and poorly controlled around the world.
Bernard Avenue revitalization to see additional phase
The City of Kelowna is revising the schedule for Phase 3 of the Bernard Avenue Revitalization due to the current labour dispute at FortisBC. The third phase of the $14-million revitalization project on Kelowna’s “Main Street” began on Sept. 3 as scheduled, however only the area from St. Paul to Ellis streets including the Ellis...
Man who died in Logan Lake crash identified
LOGAN LAKE - A man who died in a crash near Logan Lake Aug. 31 has been identified. He was Courtney Philipow, 37, most recently of Campbell River. At around 3:40 p.m. Philipow was driving a U-Haul moving van that hit the rear of a slow moving semi trailer in the northbound slow lane of...
Coldstream hires new chief administrative officer
The District of Coldstream is pleased to announce that Mr. Trevor Seibel, C.A., has been hired to the position of Chief Administrative Officer effective September 1, 2013. Mr. Seibel has been with the District since May 2009 in the capacity of Director of Financial Administration. “I am honored, and excited, to be afforded this opportunity....
Investigation leads to possession charges against West Kelowna man
WEST KELOWNA - A West Kelowna man will face charges after police seized a significant quantity of drugs from his vehicle on the Coquihalla Connector last week. An investigation into allegations against Neil Collins who is currently behind bars brought about information that led to a Kelowna RCMP special enforcement team and West Kelowna RCMP...
UPDATE: Bear in Riverside Park up a tree
UPDATE: 6:42 p.m. Sept. 3, 2013. KAMLOOPS - The bear seen earlier today at Riverside Park is moving east towards Pioneer Park, conservation officers say. The entire Rivers Trail along the south side of the river is now open to the public though people are cautioned to keep an eye out for the young, agitated...
Severe storms still possible from Vernon to Kamloops
UPDATE: 4:03 p.m. Sept. 3, 2013 THOMPSON-OKANAGAN - While a severe thunderstorm warning has been lifted for most of the Okanagan Valley, more storms are possible today and into the evening warns Enviroment Canada. A forecast map shows the potential for severe storms throughout the rest of the day. Currently, Environment Canada is tracking a...
UBC faculty host expert led discussion series AlterKnowledge
Public invited to events that encourage debate and shared ideas Keeping the spirit of intellectual conversations alive, two faculty members with UBC’s Okanagan campus Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies are planning a series of speaking events that encourage audience dialogue. The AlterKnowledge Discussion Series, organized by Allison Hargreaves and David Jefferess, is a series...
Truck flips in collision
KAMLOOPS - A truck spun into the oncoming lane and flipped before landing in the ditch during a early morning collision north of the Yellowhead Highway. The accident happened at the Halston Road intersection at about 4:40 a.m. Police say a vehicle travelling southbound towards the intersection was struck in the rear by another southbound...
Province announces Open for Business Awards finalists
VICTORIA - The Province has announced the 15 finalists for the 2013 Open for Business Awards, which recognize communities that support small business through local-government measures aligned with the BC Small Business Accord. The awards are issued by B.C.'s Small Business Roundtable, established in 2005 to be the voice for small business to government. Through its diverse sector membership of...
Wanted man arrested after chase through Kelowna
KELOWNA - Squealing tires and speeding brought a Kelowna man wanted on a Canada-wide warrant to the attention of RCMP members last night. Police noticed the truck hustling along Enterprise Way before it squealed through the bend to continue north on Spall Road. The 37-year-old driver accelerated then turned onto Clement Avenue where pursuing police...
Fall hours at Kasugai Gardens
Summer is coming to an end and Kasugai Gardens will be returning to its fall hours of operation. Starting today, Tuesday, Sept. 3, Kasugai Gardens will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. until October 31 when it will close for the season. Kasugai Gardens are located off Queensway, just east of City Hall....
UBC honours staff members for contribution to Okanagan campus
Four receive Staff Awards of Excellence for their dedication to university life UBC’s Okanagan campus has a reputation for outstanding employees. Recently, four of the best were honoured for burnishing that reputation, both as ambassadors of good will and for outstanding performance making UBC a better place. “When we talk about our people, we have...
Blazers week in review
Friday, August 30, 2013 at Kelowna Rockets – 4-3 Loss Mitch Lipon finished with a goal and an assist, but the Blazers fell short in a 4-3 loss to the Kelowna Rockets. Aspen Sterzer gave the Blazers a chance late in the game scoring with 1:40 remaining. Taran Kozun went the distance in goal. Click...
Preventing suicide: We all have the potential to save a life
Each year suicide claims the lives of more than 3,500 people in Canada. According to the 2010 Coroner’s Report, B.C. lost an average of 495 people a year due to suicide over the years 2001 to 2010. The effects of suicide can be devastating to our communities and our families. “Suicide can shatter the family...
Preventing suicide: We all have the potential to save a life
Each year suicide claims the lives of more than 3,500 people in Canada. According to the 2010 Coroner’s Report, B.C. lost an average of 495 people a year due to suicide over the years 2001 to 2010. The effects of suicide can be devastating to our communities and our families. “Suicide can shatter the family...
MP Dan Albas report Sept. 3
The September long weekend has often been thought of as the “end of summer” given that students will be returning to classes in the days following the holiday Monday. For students entering post-secondary education it can be a very exciting time but also an expensive one. Although post-secondary education falls primarily within Provincial jurisdiction, our...
Crime Stoppers most wanted: Alfred John Kirkwood
Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following male who is wanted on a province-wide warrant as of September 3, 2013. Alfred John Kirkwood (DOB 1966-07-25) is wanted for one count of theft under $5000. Kirkwood is described as a 47-year old white male, 6’0” tall and 164 lbs. He has grey...
Crime Stoppers most wanted: Patrick Joseph Larry Beaudry
Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following male who is wanted on a province-wide warrant as of August 30, 2013. Patrick Joseph Larry Beaudry (DOB 1977-06-28) is wanted for one count of assault, one count of mischief under $5,000 and one count of theft under $5,000. Beaudry is described as a...
Best jazz party to heat up Penticton next weekend
PENTICTON - Billed as "The best jazz party in the pacific northwest", the Pentastic Hot Jazz Festival is set to sizzle next weekend on stages throughout the city. The festival, in it's 17th year, will run Sept.6-8 featuring ten bands from across the continent. Two local bands will play. Aged to Perfection with latin, old...
Strike averted at Vancouver airport after tentative deal struck
VANCOUVER - Travellers heading out of Vancouver's airport this morning didn't have to navigate through picket lines as strike action by nearly 350 unionized workers was averted. A wage increase is part of the tentative deal reached late Thursday, but details of the agreement between the Public Service Alliance of Canada and the Vancouver Airport...