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Babies-in-prison program prompted few safety concerns, warden tells court
VANCOUVER - A former warden who oversaw a cancelled program that allowed babies to stay with their imprisoned mothers says she recalls very few safety problems when she was part of the program. Brenda Tole says the safety protocol for the Mother-Baby Program at the Alouette Correctional Centre for Women was extensive, and she remembers...
Homeless man traumatized after being burned in Terrace, B.C., mugging
TERRACE, B.C. – RCMP in Terrace, B.C., are searching for three men, suspected of robbing and burning a homeless man in that northwestern B.C. city.
Riverside to Pioneer Park Management Plan – Public Open House
Planning is commencing for the downtown waterfront parks in Kamloops. The City of Kamloops is beginning a process to prepare a management plan for Riverside Park, Waterfront Park, and Pioneer Park. These popular parks have been developed over time, but there currently is no management plan in place for their long-term future. The City’s Parks...
One-day dog park closure
The off-leash dog park located at the Rutland Recreation Park (425 Hartman Rd.) will be closed on Sunday, June 2 to accommodate the Healthy Kids Day event hosted by the Kelowna Family YMCA. The remaining off-leash dog parks in Kelowna will be open and owners are encouraged to visit them throughout the day. The two...
Tim Hortons Camp Day fundraising volunteers needed at YLW
On Wednesday, June 5 Tim Hortons will be celebrating Camp Day. At YLW we are proud to be participating and expect this will be another successful event. We would like to invite your participation as a guest coffee server at the Tim Hortons in the Airport terminal to help raise funds for Camp Day. Please...
Tax notices for 2013 arriving soon
2013 Tax Notices are being sent through the mail this week to more than 13,000 property owners in the District of West Kelowna. Taxes are due by 4:30 p.m. Friday, July 5, 2013 and can be paid: Through most financial institutions (online or in person); By mail or courier to 2760 Cameron Road, West Kelowna,...
Highlights of the regional board meeting
Meeting May 27, 2013 Regionally Significant Program Funding The Regional Board has received a letter from the Union of BC Municipalities that Gas Tax Funding has been approved for a Regional District proposal submitted under the Regionally Significant Project Fund. The Regional District will receive just over $4.4-million as the local government share toward the...
Gun amnesty declared in B.C. in June; police to collect guns and ammo
VICTORIA – B.C. residents with unwanted guns kicking around their homes will be able to get rid of them in June.
Driver clips pedestrian in Kelowna but keeps rolling
A Kelowna woman was clipped by a car while out walking early this morning but the driver didn't stop and now police are asking the elderly person behind the wheel to step forward. Kelowna RCMP say the 27-year-old pedestrian was hit at the corner of West Avenue and Pandosy Street at about 7:30 a.m. as...
Okanagan Rockets announce new major midget league head coach
The Okanagan Rockets are pleased to announce the appointment of Mack O’Rourke as their head coach for the 2013-2014 season. O’Rourke becomes the 6th head coach in Rockets history. O’Rourke joins the Rockets from the Okanagan Hockey Academy in Penticton where he guided the Midget Varsity Black team for the 2012-2013 season. O’Rourke is a...
Kamloops city fields open again
After the field closures at McAthur Island and Hillside Stadium due to last week’s unseasonably wet weather, all City fields are now open for play. For further information call 250-828-3551.
Kamloops celebrates National Health and Fitness Day
In celebration of the Inaugural National Health and Fitness Day initiative, the City of Kamloops is hosting a free group fitness class and expo on June 1, 2013. Everyone is invited to join for this 75-minute fitness class that includes Zumba, cardio, strength, Pilates and yoga. The class will take place at the Tournament Capital...
Yummy-looking medical marijuana treats may entice kids, leading to a spike in ER visits: Study
CHICAGO – Increased use of medical marijuana may lead to more young children getting sick from accidentally eating food made with the drug, a Colorado study suggests.
Kelowna Fire Department’s third annual pancake breakfast
The Kelowna Fire Department will open its doors to the public Sunday, June 9, for a pancake breakfast and family fun day in support of the BC Burn Fund. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Main Kelowna Fire Hall at 2255 Enterprise Way, with the support of the Salvation...
Interior Savings Supports Healthy, Active Kids
The YMCA of Okanagan is pleased to announce Interior Savings Credit Union as the title sponsor for the 8th annual YMCA Healthy Kids Day to be held on Sunday, June 2, 2013 with the purpose of bringing the community together to participate in and discover healthier ways to live. “As a locally-based credit union, our...