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NDP’s Dix remakes shadow cabinet to hold Clark’s Liberals to account
VICTORIA – Opposition New Democrat Leader Adrian Dix has announced major changes to his shadow cabinet in an effort to hold Premier Christy Clark and her Liberal government to account for their election promises and record.
Mounties seek dismissal of Vernon, B.C., officer facing child porn charge
VERNON – Mounties in Vernon, B.C., are acting quickly against an officer accused of possessing child pornography.
Crime Stoppers most wanted
Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following male who is wanted on a province-wide warrant as of June 14, 2013. Ernest James Mawle (DOB 1973-04-18) is wanted for one count of mischief, two counts of resist peace officer and one count of possession of a break-in instrument. Mawle is described...
Heritage buildings protected in Gellatly Heritage Park grass fire
West Kelowna Fire and Rescue raced to the scene of small grass fire that broke out near a group of heritage buildings below Gellatly Heritage Park today. The first engine on the scene focused on protecting two heritage buildings and a home in the park. Their efforts were successful. Staff for the Regional District recently...
Woman struck by train near Chase identified
The B.C. Coroners Service has released the identify the woman who died after she was struck by a train near Chase. She was Patricia Ann Goodman, 67, from Chase. Train personnel say they saw the Goodman on the CP Rail main line tracks about 1.5 km east of Chase shortly after midnight June 8, 2013....
Kelowna RCMP has a new head honcho
Kelowna Mounties have a new commander. The appointment of Insp. Nick Romanchuk to the position of Officer in Charge of the Kelowna RCMP detachment was announced today. Romanchuk has 22 years of RCMP service experience and detachment command experience throughout southern British Columbia over more than 13 years. Currently he is the officer in charge...
Police find organized crime group has ties to West Kelowna and Merritt
SASKATCHEWAN RCMP SUPT. : "WE'RE NOT TALKING ABOUT A GANG HERE...THIS ISN'T A GROUP THAT HAS A NAME" UPDATE 5 p.m. June 12, 2013 Large quantities of cash, drugs and weapons were recently seized following a lengthy organized crime investigation in West Kelowna, Merritt and Regina. Since the investigation launched in January 2012 police have...
Severe thunderstorm, hail watch in effect for Kelowna
KELOWNA - A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for Kelowna and most of the South Okanagan area. Environment Canada said heavy downpours are possible for Thursday afternoon and evening. Large hail stones and damaging winds might also accompany the storms. It's expected 10 to 15 mm of rain could fall per hour. There is...
Five arrested in Kamloops motel
Kamloops RCMP descended on a downtown motel in the middle of the night arresting five people and seizing what may be stolen property. Police arrived at the Columbia Street motel at about 2:30 a.m., June 12 with a warrant in hand. Of the five arrested, a 25-year-old woman and a 27-year-old man remain in police...
Ontario student can’t wait to teach trades in B.C.
An Ontario man hopes to soon be among those helping to address a critical shortage of trades and technology teachers in the province. James Ross entered the two-year Trades Technology Teacher Education (TTTE) diploma program at Okanagan College last fall, after making the decision to move to Kelowna specifically for the program. “In Ontario I...
Car raffle raises thousands for trades students at Okanagan College
Okanagan College has an additional few thousand dollars to hand out to deserving trades students following the successful raffling of a 1989 Mercedes-Benz, which took place on Saturday. Leo Doody of Kelowna was the winner of the car raffle, which helped raised more than $4,000. The money will go to support trades-based scholarships and bursaries....
Kids reading club registration dates and locations
It’s Up, Up and Away for the 2013 Summer Reading Club for kids at the Okanagan Regional Library. Whether your child is interested in things with wings, superheroes, the secrets of the stars or weird weather, there will be a program that suits them during this exciting summer program. Fun contests, activities and guest speakers encourage kids to read the summer away and help prevent learning losses that occur when they don’t take part in educational activities.
The Art of Pastry comes to Okanagan College
At a time when a New York chef is capturing international attention for his croissant/donut creation – the cronut – Okanagan College’s celebrated Culinary Arts program is launching its first Pastry Arts certificate program this fall. “There is no question the pastry shop is the most creative part of any kitchen,” said Chef instructor Perry...
Help Build Your Community Open House Today
The District of West Kelowna is hosting its Build Your Community Open House today, Thursday, June 13 between 3 and 7 p.m. at Royal LePage Place arena at the Mount Boucherie Community Centre. Come give your feedback on important community initiatives, get up to speed on projects and plans for 2013 and connect with the...
Secure Your Loads
The City of Kamloops Bylaw Department would like to remind residents that insecure loads can cause hazards and result in fines. Driving a load to the landfill? Ensure that your cargo is securely placed in your vehicle and completely tied down or covered in accordance with Traffic Bylaw No. 23-30, Section 703 – Motor Vehicle...