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New Kelowna supportive housing project announced for site near homeless campground
The provincial government is going to build 38 modular housing units for homeless people near…
The new normal: Dining out in the Okanagan with COVID-19
When doors opened at 11 a.m., West Kelowna’s Kelly O’Bryans had its first customer ready…
From haircuts to clothing, businesses begin reopening in Kelowna
A full range of personal care services are now available in Kelowna as more and…
Yes, you should wear a mask, Dr. Bonnie Henry says
Wearing a mask — any mask — should help prevent the spread of COVID-19 during…
POLL: Do you intend to visit a local bar or restaurant when they reopen?
B.C. bars and restaurants are allowed to reopen as of today, so long as they…
Distraught man with gun apprehended without incident in Kelowna
A distraught Kelowna man who was believed to have a gun in his possession was…
Everything’s ducky: Kelowna firefighters assist in adorable rescue mission
Kelowna firefighters showed off their softer side in what’s arguably one of the cutest rescue…
‘Gypsy Wagon’ houses Kelowna man with no fixed address
The City of Kelowna has to provide a place for homeless people to camp if…
Central Okanagan school district may ‘break even’ with costs and savings during pandemic
The Central Okanagan school district anticipates it will "break even" after accruing costs related to…
UPDATE: Highway 5 reopens after accident closure northeast of Clearwater
Highway 5 has now reopened after it closed this afternoon following an incident northeast of…
Okanagan couple return home after assisting Italian hospital in battle against COVID-19
An Okanagan couple is back home after fighting COVID-19 in Italy. Kelowna resident Ian Larrett…
High waters reported in Kelowna’s creeks
Kelowna creeks had high waters this morning, which wasn’t unexpected, according to the City of…
UPDATE: Heavy rain, thunderstorms predicted for the Okanagan, Thompson Nicola
Heavy rain can be expected today and tonight in the Okanagan and Thompson Nicola region,…
UPDATE: Snowbirds flight over Okanagan delayed for another day due to weather
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds were intending to fly over the Okanagan this morning, but the…
Temporary food stations operating in Kelowna for homeless during pandemic
Those living rough on the streets of Kelowna are finding it easier to eat and…
Mom of Okanagan high school student organizes walk to support graduates
A Peachland mom just wants her daughter to have a way to celebrate her graduation.…
No camping? Some rustic resorts are packing guests in this weekend
One of the sectors hit hardest by COVID-19 has been hospitality with many hotels closing…
Furniture fortresses and online museums: Stay close to home and keep busy for Victoria Day long weekend
With provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry urging British Columbians to stick close to home…
Participate in the Yukon River Quest virtually by paddling on Okanagan Lake
The Yukon River Quest, an intense paddling race that has racers paddling both day and…
B.C. bats not to blame for COVID-19: These creatures need our help
The COVID-19 pandemic has shone a negative spotlight on bats, due to concerns over B.C.…
West Kelowna residents fighting to protect at-risk turtles and neighbourhood from large church development
For more than 30 years, Wade Neukomm has watched the landscape that framed his youth…
Unexploded Second World War ordnance found near Vernon
A pair of hikers walking off trail in Cosens Bay stumbled upon what is believed…
Campers moving to backwoods to get around closures
Just because provincial and forestry campgrounds have been closed due to COVID-19, that hasn’t stopped…
A luxury hotel would have been cheaper than West Kelowna’s homeless shelter
It cost taxpayers roughly $500,000 to operate a 32-bed homeless shelter on Stevens Road in…