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Paddlewheeler Park Opens
The first formal non-motorized boat access is now open at Paddlewheeler Park in the District of West Kelowna. Mayor Doug Findlater officially opened the park during a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday at the newly improved green space on Pritchard Drive. “Paddlewheeler Park is the first of three parks improvement projects that will be opening...
Canada Day hours of operation at civic properties
To mark Canada Day, City Hall will be closed Monday, July 1. The Glenmore Landfill will be open its regular hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., and the Parkinson Recreation Centre will be open Monday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For general information about the City and its services, please visit kelowna.ca.
Caution urged with campfire use on July long weekend
Going camping over the long weekend? Remember the rules around campfire safety. Although large-scale open burning is now prohibited in many regions of the province, small, contained campfires are currently permitted in all six B.C. fire centres. Detailed information about burning restrictions in B.C. is available on the Wildfire Management Branch website at: http://bcwildfire.ca/hprScripts/WildfireNews/Bans.asp Here's some important information about campfire...
Crime Stoppers most wanted: Simon Cadieux
Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following male who is wanted on a province-wide warrant as of June 27, 2013. Simon Cadieux (DOB 1983-09-06) is wanted for two counts of driving while prohibited. Cadieux is described as a 29-year-old white male, 5’8” tall and 155 lbs. He has brown hair and...
Extra effort reunites unlicensed dog with owner
A Kelowna dog owner has been reunited with their family pet, but it now has a licence tag hanging from its collar. Had the dog originally been wearing a licence that would have been its ticket home. It took the extra effort of several Regional District Dog Pound staff to bring the previously unlicensed dog...
Children and youth invited to enter “RCMP Name the Foal” contest!
Canada’s national police force is asking for help from children and youth 14 years old and under to name six foals that will be born this spring at the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) breeding farm in Pakenham, Ontario. Some of these horses may one day be part of the world-famous Musical Ride! The Musical...
Grant to support outdoor fitness equipment at Skaha Lake Park
Outdoor activity enthusiasts will have more options along the Penticton waterfront this fall, as the City of Penticton has secured grant funding for outdoor fitness stations. Outdoor fitness equipment will be installed in Skaha Lake Park, and this project is funded in part by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program, which is...
Reminder of watering regulations
With sunny weather finally on the way, West Kelowna residents are reminded that Stage 1 Sprinkling Regulations are in effect throughout the irrigation season. Stage 1 Sprinkling Regulations are as follows: Sprinkling is only permitted at residential, commercial, and other non-agricultural properties as follows: Even numbered addresses: Watering is only permitted on Even Calendar Days....
Don’t let summer spoil your ballot
WEST KELOWNA - Christy Clark's campaign chair, Ben Stewart, is reminding Westside-Kelowna residents that they have a dozen opportunities to vote cast their ballots between now and the July 10 byelection. "Byelections traditionally have a lower voter turnout and the summer can be a very busy time for families," said Stewart. "However, this is an...
DWK council highlights for June 25
Cultural Development Plan Council provided key decisions on the developing Cultural Development Plan which will be incorporated into a draft Plan to be brought to Council for consideration of adoption this summer. The plan provides future direction, defines the municipal role and makes recommendations for actions that will shape and guide a realistic investment into...
West Kelowna property owners reminded of tax due date
Tax notices were sent in May to more than 14,000 property owners within the boundaries of the District of West Kelowna and payments are due before the close of business Friday, July 5, 2013. Taxes can be paid: In person, online or by telephone banking through most Canadian financial institutions; or, By mail, via courier...
Kelowna property taxes due by July 2
Property owners are reminded that 2013 property taxes must be paid by midnight, Tuesday, July 2. “Taxes can be paid in person at City Hall or online at banking institutions,” says George King, Revenue Manager for the City of Kelowna. “City Hall closes at 4 p.m. and is closed for Canada Day on Monday, July...
WHL announces 2014-14 regular season schedule
CALGARY - The Western Hockey League today released its schedule of games for the 2013-14 regular season. The 2013 WHL Opening Weekend will launch on Thursday, Sept. 19, with the Regina Pats hosting the Swift Current Broncos at 7 p.m. CST The Kelowna Rockets will open the WHL season with a home and home series...
Rockets president chosen to help manage Team Canada’s junior hockey team
Hockey Canada, in collaboration with the Canadian Hockey League, announced Wednesday a number of changes to the Hockey Canada Program of Excellence including the naming of Kelowna Rockets President/GM Bruce Hamilton to help manage Team Canada's World Junior Hockey Team. Hamilton has been named to a management group that will oversee hockey operations for Hockey...
Summer activities at regional parks
Summer Nature Camps Registration is underway at the EECO (Environmental Education Centre for the Okanagan) in Mission Creek Regional Park for this summer’s Nature Camps. This popular half day summer program for youngsters returns during July and August with camps for youth aged 5 - 7. There is also a special program for pre-school children...