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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.
Thousands say farewell to slain ‘Voice’ singer at services
MEDFORD, N.J. – Thousands of friends and fans said farewell to "The Voice" singer Christina…
Judge rules some Stanley Cup rioters must pay for damaging vehicles
VANCOUVER – A judge has ruled that some people who participated in the 2011 Stanley…
Replica biplanes unveiled to be used to mark 100th anniversary of Vimy battle
LANGLEY, B.C. – A flight museum in Langley, B.C., has unveiled a replica of a…
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Emergency declared in Dawson Creek after unprecedented rain creates flood damage
DAWSON CREEK, B.C. – A local state of emergency has been declared in Dawson Creek,…
Two Ontario men found guilty of first-degree murder in killing of Tim Bosma
HAMILTON – Smiles and tears came over the faces of Tim Bosma's family and friends…
Canadian Space Agency launches search for next generation of space explorers
OTTAWA – Calling all aspiring Canadian astronauts: here comes your chance to shine. Canada is…
CBC to broadcast final concert for The Tragically Hip in Kingston, Ont.
TORONTO – The CBC will broadcast live the final stop of The Tragically Hip's upcoming…
Meat Loaf ‘recovering well’ after collapsing on Edmonton stage
SINGER STILL SCHEDULED TO PERFORM IN PENTICTON EDMONTON – A publicist for Meat Loaf say…
British Labour lawmaker dies after shooting attack
LONDON – A lawmaker who campaigned for Britain to stay in the European Union was…
VIDEO: Obama embraces Orlando families, appeals for gun controls
ORLANDO, Fla. – Embracing grieving Orlando families and appealing anew for national action, President Barack…
TRENDING NOW: Carpool Karaoke with Red Hot Chili Peppers
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Kelowna police looking for armed bandit
KELOWNA – A man had money stolen and his clothing slashed during an armed robbery…
A third of Canadian kids sleep deprived, most get too much screen time: report
TORONTO – Almost a third of Canadian school-aged kids are sleep-deprived while most are spending…
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This is one patient father. His son shot him every day — for who knows…
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Tragically Hip adds more seats to Canadian tour by adjusting stage design
TORONTO – Tragically Hip fans left disheartened by the recent summer tour sellout will have…
Okanagan crews needed for cleanup following devastating Fort McMurray wildfire
OKANAGAN – A Kelowna-based firm needs to hire about 80 people to do restoration work…
Gay clubs: Patrons treasure a place to feel safe, be oneself
NEW YORK – Like many gay men across America, Jamie Brown has treasured memories of…
TRENDING NOW: John Oliver tackles retirement planning
As we all live longer, we should be saving for retirement, if we can. But…
UBC announces new president after abrupt resignation sparked governance crisis
VANCOUVER – The University of British Columbia has named its new president following a tumultuous…
WorkSafe says film company at fault for injury to ‘Maze Runner’ star in Cache Creek
VANCOUVER – An inspector with British Columbia's work safety agency has found a film production…
Police looking for witnesses to Kelowna mugging
KELOWNA – A man was jumped by up to four people in downtown Kelowna early…
Woman who created beehive hairdo dies at age 98
CHICAGO – Margaret Vinci Heldt, who became a hairstyling celebrity after she created the famous…