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Timmies at the Kelowna airport getting a reno
KELOWNA – The Tim Hortons at the Kelowna airport is getting a facelift. Renovations are…
Reubin’s Diner in Kamloops closes doors; new owners work on restaurant revamp
KAMLOOPS – A Kamloops diner known for its behemoth Reubinator sandwich will serve the city no…
Mushroom-picking robot? Salmon Arm firm on the cutting-edge of robotic design
SALMON ARM – A Salmon Arm company is working on the cutting edge of technological…
Brave entrepreneurs risk having their souls crushed next week in Kelowna
KELOWNA – It can be tough to start a new business. So, the Okanagan coLab…
700 workers affected as Tolko announces more temporary closures in North Okanagan, Kamloops
Tolko Industries has announced more downtime for its Kamloops, Armstrong and Lumby operations affecting more…
New owners have big plans for Vernon’s Atlantis Waterslides
VERNON – Atlantis Waterslides will begin to see some major upgrades next year when its…
Temporary closure at Tolko’s Kelowna sawmill
KELOWNA – Tolko Industries has announced it will be temporarily closing its Kelowna sawmill for…
From pub to pot shop: Two Vernon businesses venture into a new market
VERNON – Two Vernon pubs are expanding their businesses by branching out into the recreational…
Grow-op slated for Vernon’s former Far West clothing building
VERNON – With the goal to produce eight million grams of pot in its first…
Outdoor markets in Kamloops and the Okanagan you don’t want to miss
Market season is upon us, but summer is slipping away fast. Don't miss out on…
New Kamloops pet groomer establishing her own reputation despite previous owner
KAMLOOPS — When Sara Robinson finally decided to follow her dream and open her own…
iN PHOTOS: Cannabis industry insights: Vernon’s Terra Vida Wellness is not your average pot shop
VERNON – Walking into the calm, softly lit interior of Terra Vida Wellness feels very…
Okanagan Young Professionals embark on an office crawl
KELOWNA – Interested in business networking in Kelowna? The second annual Okanagan Young Professionals office…
Freedom Mobile headed to the Interior this summer
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Freedom Mobile announced they're branching out and opening up in the Interior. A…
Kelowna’s crime problem shouldn’t fall on mayor and council’s shoulders, says business owner
KELOWNA – Kim Williams has owned a downtown Kelowna business for decades, and knows the…
Vegan donuts and so much more at Kelowna’s Souk Market
KELOWNA – The Okanagan has long been known as a home to many talented artists…
Salmon Arm rooftop sprinkler inventor ahead of the curve
SALMON ARM – When Salmon Arm resident Bryan Coffey first thought to make an easy-to-install…
UPDATE: Waterway houseboat vacationers worried they will never see their money, company put into receivership
SICAMOUS – Two weeks ago Daniel Stewart paid in full for his July vacation on…
Union: Most Safeway staff will see pay cut under FreshCo banner
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Most Safeway employees who opt to keep working at the supermarket once it…
Tolko extending temporary closure of Armstrong and Williams Lake sawmills
VERNON – Tolko Industries is extending the downtime at its lumber mills in Armstrong and…
Vernon looks to immigration to boost economy
VERNON – The City of Vernon is looking overseas for entrepreneurs ready and willing to…
iN PHOTOS: How two brothers in Enderby are keeping the classic Boler RV alive
ENDERBY – On first glance, you'd be forgiven for thinking the Armadillo trailer was an…
Wheels in motion for first electric bike rental service in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – Kamloops's first electric bike company will hit the ground rolling this summer. Electra…
North Okanagan golf course up for sale and eyed for development
ARMSTRONG – The Royal York Golf Club in Armstrong is the latest North Okanagan course…