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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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South African company sorry about firefighter pay dispute in Alberta
EDMONTON – A South African company that brought a crew of 300 people to Alberta…
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You’re invited to Falcons Play for United Way
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UBC Okanagan study examines brain performance and left-brain, right-brain cooperation
KELOWNA – New research out of UBC suggests that the two halves of the brain…
B.C. premier says one step at a time to prevent sexual violence
BURNABY, B.C. – British Columbia Premier Christy Clark says she is finally speaking out about…
Adult day programs expanded in Kelowna and West Kelowna
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Minor house fire leaves residents and pets temporarily homeless
KELOWNA – A fire sparked by a baseboard heater this morning has left a Kelowna…
Gordie Howe’s family opens visitation and funeral to public
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ORLANDO, Fla. – The gunman who shot and killed a singer who rose to fame…
Body of missing Kelowna woman found in Columbia River
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VIDEO: Queen Elizabeth II and family mark 90th birthday with parade
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Kelowna man found napping in stolen car
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VIDEO: Muhammad Ali makes his final journey through his hometown
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