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Howard Alexander
Assistant Editor Howard Alexander comes to iNFOnews.ca from the broadcasting side of the media business.
Howard has been a reporter, news anchor, talk show host and news director, first in Saskatchewan and then the Okanagan.
He moved his family to Vernon in the 90s and is proud to call the Okanagan home.
If you have an event to share contact Howard at 250-309-5343or email halexander@infonews.ca.
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Okanagan College Half Marathon lane restrictions
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Byelections signal generational change for both Conservatives, Liberals
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Special prosecutor appointed over political donations in B.C.
VICTORIA – A special prosecutor has been appointed to provide legal advice to the RCMP…
California family to reunite with missing cat found in southern Ontario
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Rockets edge Blazers in WHL playoff action
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Via Rail website derails for youth trying to buy pass for unlimited rides in July
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Canadian Veterinary Medical Association now opposes the declawing of cats
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