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Dan Walton
Before joining the ranks of InfoTel, Dan’s byline could be found in newspapers in Penticton, Peachland and Oliver. Prior to his arrival in the South Okanagan, he first sharpened his chops as a reporter at a radio station in Brighton, Ontario, and then newspapers in Tisdale, Saskatchewan, and Invermere B.C.
From quilting competitions to crimes against humanity, Dan isn’t afraid to cover any topic. Always seeking out the best angles - whether it’s through the lens of his camera or the voices of his Interviews – he delves into the conflict and seeks out the humanity in every story worth telling.
Dan is always happy to hear from readers. To get in touch for any reason he can be contacted at (250) 488-3065 or dwalton@infonews.ca.
Kelowna winery embracing its spooky history for Halloween
The View Winery in Kelowna is finally as spooky as a 100-year-old building ought to…
Kamloops woman involved in crash near Vernon facing drunk driving charges
A 24-year-old Kamloops woman blew twice the legal limit after a head-on collision in north…
iN VIDEO: Trucker swerved into oncoming lane to avoid head-on collision in Shuswap
An alert truck driver had to cross the centre line of the Trans-Canada Highway in…
Penticton is Western Canada’s 4th best city for investors: real estate magazine
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Teenaged girl hit in Vernon crosswalk by alleged drunk driver
A 44-year-old Vernon woman is facing drunk driving charges after hitting a 14-year-old girl in…
Castlegar man paid 43% PST on his used truck
British Columbians who’ve purchased a used vehicle in the past month may have gotten some…
iN TRAFFIC: Okanagan, Kamloops drivers get brief reprieve
Drivers will notice winter weather in Kamloops and the Okanagan this morning but so far…
iN VIDEO: Slippery road leads to jackknifed semi on Coquihalla
A commercial vehicle was recorded wiping out on the Coquihalla Highway earlier this week. A…
iN TRAFFIC: No issues for Kamloops and Okanagan commuters so far this morning
The highways appear to be in good working order throughout Kamloops and the Okanagan this…
Kamloops RCMP looking for owner of puppy recovered in stolen truck
An "adorable" puppy was seized by police in Kamloops and officers are wondering who the…
iN TRAFFIC: Light snow expected in Kamloops, Okanagan
Traffic appears to be flowing smoothly throughout most of Kamloops and the Okanagan this morning,…
iN TRAFFIC: Rocks on TransCan; chance of snow for most of the Okanagan
The biggest concern on the Southern Interior roads this morning appears to be some rocks…
iN TRAFFIC: Several Interior highways may be slippery this morning
There may be a few hiccups for commuters counting on the Coquihalla or Okanagan Connector…
British Columbians can expect a $100 break on their electricity bill this winter
B.C. Hydro and FortisB.C. both announced they will be offsetting the cost of customers’ electricity…
2021 atmospheric river highway repairs to top $1 billion
The province expects the cost to rebuild the Southern Interior highways damaged by last year’s…
iN TRAFFIC: Road closures occurring along Interior highways
Drivers can expect temporary closures along Interior highways this morning. DriveB.C. is reporting maintenance work…
New bylaw limits Penticton residents to owning six pets
Penticton residents are allowed a maximum of six pets following the adoption of a new…
Drivers should be ready for winter weather in much of the Interior today
Highway alerts and snowfall warnings are in effect for Kamloops and the Okanagan today. Snowfall…
Pubs in Kamloops, Kelowna busy for Canada’s World Cup opener
Pubs in Kamloops and Kelowna are where many Canadian soccer fans are about to watch…
iN VIDEO: Kicking Horse Canyon construction set to wrap up week early
Drivers will be able to travel the Trans-Canada Highway through Kicking Horse Canyon a week…
iN TRAFFIC: Watch out for winter conditions on several Interior highways
Highways throughout the Interior may be lacking friction today. DriveB.C. is reporting a long stretch…
iN TRAFFIC: Watch out for fog and slippery sections on Interior highways
There are a few minor hazards for motorists to watch out for on Interior highways…
UPDATE: Gang unit involved in search for armed suspects during Coquihalla closure near Merritt
RCMP have released more information about the police incident that closed the Coquihalla Highway between…
iN TRAFFIC: Interior highways are abundant with black ice this morning
Motorists travelling through the Interior today are being warned of black ice, among other hazards.…