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Covid-19
iN VIDEO: How to properly clean and disinfect surfaces from COVID-19
You're stuck at home, trying your best to clean and disinfect, but are you doing…
Know who doesn’t care about COVID-19? Hungry bears out of hibernation
The days are getting warmer, coaxing bears out of hibernation in the Thompson and Okanagan…
If you have any symptoms of COVID-19, stay inside: Dr. Bonnie Henry
While 472 B.C. residents have been diagnosed with COVID-19, there are hundreds, likely thousands, who…
Need COVID-19 information from your local politicians? Here’s your chance
Beset by requests for webinars with “actual facts and useful information,” about COVID-19, Kelowna-Lake Country…
Essential visits only at all Interior Health facilities
Only essential visitors are being allowed at Interior Health sites, effective immediately. "This decision supports…
Free parking in parts of Kelowna due to COVID-19 pandemic
Pay parking is being waived in two areas of Kelowna because of the COVID-19 pandemic.…
iN VIDEO: Vancouver residents applaud health workers from their balconies
Vancouver residents have been out on their balconies applauding the hospital workers and first responders…
2020 Memorial Cup has been cancelled
The 2020 Memorial Cup, which was set to be held in Kelowna in May, has…
Kelowna closing playgrounds but trails stay open for now
Kelowna Mayor Colin Basran announced today, March 23, that all 81 city playgrounds and all…
Kamloops city councillor ‘frustrated’ with lack of Interior Health communication during pandemic
Kamloops city councillor Bill Sarai is concerned and frustrated with the lack of communication coming…
Vernon to suspend future council meetings, except the meeting today
The City of Vernon has voted to suspend all future council meetings, although it is…
B.C. Wildlife Park in Kamloops closes due to COVID-19
B.C. Wildlife Park in Kamloops has announced that they will be temporarily closing due to…
UPDATE: B.C. premier announces $1,000 payment for those unable to work due to COVID-19
The provincial government will give each person unable to work because of COVID-19 a one-time…
Kamloops closes all City playgrounds
The City of Kamloops is closing all City-run play structures effective immediately. Bylaw Services will…
Despite all the concerns about COVID-19 it’s business as usual for Kelowna City Council
The City of Kelowna is not only going about its regular meeting schedule today, March…
Hand sanitizer free to public at Okanagan Spirits
Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery will be distributing hand sanitizer to the public for free starting…
UPDATE: COVID-19 detected at 2 new long-term care homes in B.C.
The COVID-19 virus has been detected at two new long-term care facilities in B.C., both in…
Nelson physiotherapist says protective equipment stolen from local hospital
A Nelson physiotherapist claims personal protective equipment has gone missing from storage areas at Kootenay…
How B.C. Transit and riders are keeping the buses running safely
For some, it might seem odd that buses are running while everyone is supposed to…
There’s help for Interior residents seeking support for mental health through COVID-19 pandemic
The ongoing coronavirus situation is causing people to experience higher rates of stress and anxiety…
Kamloops schools remain closed as staff adjust to online learning environment
School District No. 73 is making plans for staff to transition to an online work…
COVID-19 pandemic protections creating increased challenges to maintain sobriety
If the thought of self-isolation for 14 days or longer feels daunting, for people who…
Kamloops curling tournament attendees told to self-isolate after person tests positive for COVID-19
Interior Health is asking anyone who attended the Sportsman’s Curling Bonspiel in Kamloops to self-isolate. An…
iN VIDEO: West Kelowna musician gives free performance to neighbourhood from her balcony
Niki Martinus wanted to respect social distancing regulations and play some music for her neighbours…