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Sean Mott
After spending most of his life on the East Coast and earning a Bachelor of Journalism (Honours) degree from the University of King's in Halifax, Sean Mott decided to strike out west to start his reporting career in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. He recently moved to Lake Country and he covers everything from crime to local art to everyday absurdities in Kelowna.
Ottawa expands program to support privately sponsored LGBTQ refugees
TORONTO – The federal government is expanding a program offering support to privately sponsored refugees…
Popularity of audio technology is a factor in decline of braille: experts
VANCOUVER – Experts say fewer people with poor eyesight are learning to read braille in…
Raptors coach Nick Nurse expects a better game from Kawhi Leonard on Sunday
TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors beat defending champion Golden State in Game 1 despite an…
Liberals postpone policy update that could help SNC-Lavalin avoid ban from federal business
OTTAWA – The federal government has postponed a long-awaited update to Canada's corporate-misconduct provisions, including…
Newborn southern resident whale calf spotted swimming in British Columbia waters
VANCOUVER – A newborn calf in a southern resident killer whale pod has been spotted…
Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association getting $25,000 for emergency communications
KELOWNA – When a fire breaks out, constant, up-to-date communication is key. The Thompson Okanagan…
Spontaneous combustion lights up Sicamous landfill
SICAMOUS – A sudden early morning fire in Sicamous has shut down a landfill for…
iN VIDEO: Ancient Engines music video an ode to Kelowna musicians
KELOWNA – Kelowna-based band Ancient Engines released their biggest and most ambitious video today and…
Top Raptors Game 1 ticket went for almost $23K, StubHub says
TORONTO – An online ticket-resale site says Game 1 of the NBA Finals was its…
Former U.S. president Barack Obama urges Canadians to hope in ‘dark age’
OTTAWA – He didn't mention Donald Trump by name, but he didn't disappoint them and…
Alberta premier says carbon taxes won’t help stop forest fire threat
CALGARY – Alberta Premier Jason Kenney says forest fires have always been around and carbon…
Fire held in Penticton last night
PENTICTON – Crews worked fast last night to contain a fire in Penticton. A fire…
TRENDING NOW: Don’t look down.
If you're afraid of heights, this video might not be for you. These rock climbers…
iN PHOTOS: Dogs literally jumping through hoops at Okanagan agility course
KELOWNA – Jan Johnson stands in the middle of a barn filled with obstacles, ramps…
Kelowna-raised filmmaker wraps up movie shoot in Okanagan
KELOWNA – A local filmmaker wrapped a month-long movie project in Kelowna today. Neon Cinema…
You’ll need a permit if you want a big party on Okanagan Rail Trail
KELOWNA – If you're planning a big party on the Okanagan Rail Trail, you'd better…
Overnight paving scheduled to begin Sunday on William R. Bennett bridge
KELOWNA – Get ready for some traffic slowdowns starting this weekend in Kelowna. According to…
Kelowna couple scared off by late night mop-wielding man
KELOWNA – It's possible a mop might look like a hatchet late at night. Someone…
Police widen warning about lug nut loosener to West Kelowna
WEST KELOWNA – Police have widened their warning about a lug nut loosener to include…
Charges stayed in West Kelowna drug trafficking and weapons trial
KELOWNA – A long-awaited drug trafficking and gun trial scheduled to begin in Kelowna today…
Undercover Kelowna sting nabs man on one count of trafficking fentanyl
KELOWNA – An undercover sting operation nearly two years ago has finally resulted in the…
LISTEN: Kyle Church brings laid-back show to Kelowna
KELOWNA – A Prairie-raised musician is bringing his mix of storytelling and easy listening to…
Temporary closure of West Kelowna fire station raises concerns
WEST KELOWNA – While West Kelowna fire chief Jason Brolund is doubtful Station 32 will…
Vernon-based role-playing game ‘cuts to the chase’
VERNON – You're a mouse in a barn, desperately searching for an exit. A cat…