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The history of Oyama’s isthmus shows it’s far from untouched
While a petition asking the District of Lake Country to leave the Oyama waterfront "natural…
New North Okanagan trail uses old highway; showcases stunning views of Kalamalka Lake
A new extension to the Kal Crystal Waters Trail in the North Okanagan is making…
How to inherit a $28M property: The story behind the O’Keefe Range
Recently put on the market for $28.8 million, the land that Cornelius O’Keefe bought for…
Kelowna historian aims to learn more about individuals who occupied Chinatown
Mar Jok, Lum Lock and Quon Ho are a few prominent Chinese figures in the…
Kelowna cemetery tours shed light on city’s famous and infamous characters
A Kelowna historian’s tours of the city’s well-known cemetery are shedding light on the city’s…
iN VIDEO: Documentary looks back on nearly 40 years of Kamloops Blazers history
In a time when the pandemic has cancelled sporting events, getting a taste of the…
BACK TO THE LAND: Past residents remember life in West Kelowna’s hippie commune
For many, the abandoned hippie commune is simply a curious relic of history hidden in…
Nostalgia Facebook page captures Vernon’s essence
The creator of a Vernon Facebook page that showcases the city’s history started it from…
West Kelowna woods were once home to a hippie commune
When historian Bob Hayes went looking for an old grave in remote West Kelowna, he…
iN VIDEO: Rare colour footage shows B.C. Dragoons driving Sherman tanks in Okanagan
Colour footage of British Columbia Dragoons driving Second World War era tanks around a training…
iN PHOTOS: Vernon man finds piece of history in grandparents photo album
A Vernon resident has gathered some social media attention after posting a few old-timey Vernon…
iN VIDEO: See how drastically Vernon and Kamloops have changed since 1958
Step back in time to 1958, where tail fenders were the popular style of vehicles…
Chasing down the legend of Vernon’s underground tunnels
At least once a month someone will ask Gerry Sellars about the tunnels which allegedly…
Vernon museum wants your pandemic stories for digital time capsule
The Greater Vernon Museum and Archives is putting together a digital time capsule and is…
So what exactly is an Overlander and why is the name attached to so many Kamloops landmarks?
If you're new to Kamloops, you may have been struck by how many things are…
iN VIDEO: Odd facts about the historic Kelowna Regatta
While the Kelowna Regatta was a staple of Okanagan summertime entertainment for decades, an episode…
iN PHOTOS: Why so many old barns in Kamloops, Okanagan still stand
The old barns that once represented the early ranching days in the Okanagan are slowly…
This 130-year-old sod roof cabin is looking for a permanent home in the Okanagan
One of the Okanagan’s oldest buildings has been in search of a home for the…
Blast from the past: When ice racing was a staple at Vernon’s Winter Carnival
The milder winters appear to have put a stop to it, but a few decades…
Hey Kamloops, check out this winter throwback from more than 120 years ago
The Kamloops Museum and Archives recently shared a photo to their Facebook page showing the…
How a Secwepemc woman fought for equality for Indigenous women and is still helping others
KAMLOOPS – In 1968, a small group of Indigenous women met in Vancouver for a…
How Kamloops’ once booming cigar industry went up in smoke
KAMLOOPS – Kamloops was once home to a company that created, sold, and exported nearly…
Why a Vernon woman is trying to get the band back together
VERNON – Cathy Sim is going to get the band back together. But this isn't…
Calling all kitsch lovers: Have any souvenirs from the ’80s and ’90s in Kelowna?
KELOWNA – Have fond memories of Kelowna’s Bedrock City? What about the old roller rink?…