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Kalamalka Hotel was once a western town palace
The Kalamalka, or Kal Hotel, was once the go-to hub for social activity in Vernon.…
iN PHOTOS: A look back at the Hope Slide, 57 years later
This past Sunday marked the 57th anniversary of the largest known landslide in Canadian history…
Lake Country’s Mayor Baker calling it a day at age 80, and 40 years of public service
It was 41 years ago James Baker was first elected to serve as regional district…
A trip back in time to Christmas in Vernon 125 years ago
VERNON – During the Christmas of 1892, Mr. Postill returned from the coast for Christmas,…
The tradition of mayor’s chains of office in B.C. dates back centuries
Chains of office for mayors in the Thompson-Okanagan stems from a European tradition hundreds of…
iN VIDEO: Lake Country Museum showcases the history of the South Asian community
The Lake Country Museum is showcasing the history of South Asian immigrants coming to the…
Why there’s a ball field in Kelowna’s north end and several brick buildings downtown
A planning exercise for the north end of downtown Kelowna comes with some historical tidbits…
Ghosts of Kelowna partiers past heard between rows of ill-fated trees
– This story was first published March 17, 2021. If you’ve ever walked through the…
Most Central Okanagan communities named after respected citizens, but not Joe Rich
While the name Kelowna is derived from the syilx word for grizzly bear, most names…
Where is Waddy man? Popular piece of Vernon history remains in region
For generations, a smiling dough-like chef carrying pancakes was a popular sight to see along…
Renowned Vernon artist Sveva Caetani’s home opening to the public
Beloved Vernon teacher, artist and writer Sveva Caetani’s works have returned to the city after…
Film discovery unearths near-forgotten Kootenay connection to marine disaster
Historians say they found a Kootenay connection in the chance discovery of some long-lost film…
Fairy tale theme park a popular place to hang out for Okanagan kids in the 1970s
A giant toadstool, a bright yellow boot that was two storeys high and a slide…
How Mar Jok bridged the gap for Kelowna’s Chinese community
West Kelowna residents may know Mar Jok by his name on an elementary school but…
Beloved Okanagan 1940s fire truck in need of shelter
A group of dedicated Peachland volunteers are hoping to preserve part of the district’s heritage.…
Old-timey glamping could soon be available at Historic O’Keefe Ranch
Historic O'Keefe Ranch may soon see glamping options available for campers if the Township of…
Kelowna’s connection to the first Golden Retrievers
When it comes to four-legged companions, the golden retriever is among the most loved. This…
iN VIDEO: See Fintry Estate before new housing came in 1965
Old black and white film footage of the Fintry Estate and the nearby delta show…
iN PHOTOS: The founder of Fintry was no remittance man, he just looked like one at times
The Okanagan’s history is littered with stories of remittance men, who were the younger sons…
‘I kept wishing it was a joke’: Lake Country sailboat landmark goes up in flames
The beloved blue and white sailboat containing more than 80 years of Okanagan history is…
History of Kelowna Courier building being preserved as new life takes root
It may look a bit rough at the moment, but the old Kelowna Courier building…
Kelowna’s social history retained in a ferry Captain’s old stories
One ferry captain’s observations of the good, the bad and the ugly in the Central…
Piece of Okanagan’s Adventureland theme park gets fairytale ending
– This story was originally published Feb. 20, 2021. What may be the only surviving…
Kamloops’s last racetrack, and why it was abandoned 42 years ago
You've likely passed this abandoned racetrack in Kamloops dozens of times, and never even noticed…