Kelowna News Today & Local Updates
iN NUMBERS: Record-breaking Okanagan vineyard growing conditions in 2025
"Our growers from the Summerland area had some of the highest yields we have seen in years across all varietals.”
Kelowna woman’s speed dating business helping people escape dating apps
"There's just a huge, huge demand to connect in general.”
How a first generation Okanagan hobby farmer is going pro
“As a first generation farmer, I don't know what I'm doing."
Creative writer gains following for praising, promoting Okanagan culinary scene
“I’ve fallen in love with the Okanagan and I’m here to stay. Where ever I go, food and wine is at the heart of the people.”
‘Craving Connection’: Kamloops entrepreneur creates romantic, customized picnic experiences
“It’s just something different. I want to create something pretty where people can put their phones away."
Pizzamoreh Perfects the Art of Frozen Pizza
Business Spotlight
Discover Pizzamore’h’s handcrafted, locally sourced frozen pizzas from Kelowna—visit their website to find stores and enjoy a gourmet pizza night!
Why a South Okanagan winery had to pay extra severance to a laid off employee
The winery followed BC employment law, but the former marketing director sued under common law.
Dancing is permitted: Victory for Shuswap food truck hit with $11,000 liquor fine
The liquor inspectors said she'd broken the rules, but had no evidence to back it up.
RCMP need help finding stolen Kelowna food trailer
RCMP are asking the public to keep an eye for the customized food trailer.
Salmon Arm farmer maps trail of farm stands in Okanagan and Shuswap
“There’s nothing better than taking a Sunday drive and stopping at local farm stands.”
iN PHOTOS: Indigenous owned, Mexican inspired café launches in West Kelowna
“We’re just a proud Indigenous owned and operated café, built on our Indigenous values right from roasting our beans to the atmosphere created with intention, connection and sharing stories, it all goes together."
Case dropped against BC restaurateur accused of defrauding Penticton winery
The civil dispute is still ongoing.
Kelowna’s Pizzamor’eH Is Making Frozen Pizza Famous
Business Spotlight
Discover Pizzamor’eH’s gourmet frozen pizzas made with quality local ingredients—order yours today or find a retailer near you!
Dirty sodas: Mormon secret now packing shops in Kelowna and Kamloops
“Unfortunately, I have no life, so I watch Secret Lives of Mormon Wives often."
Kelowna restaurant fined $11,000 after customer steps outside with drink
The case highlights the heavy handedness of BC's liquor laws.