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Jesse Tomas
Jesse Tomas is a reporter from Toronto who joined iNFOnews.ca in 2023. He graduated with a Bachelor in Journalism from Carleton University in 2022.
Hottest Halloween events in Okanagan, Kamloops
Tickets for some of these events are going fast, so get them while you can.
New performing art centre in Kelowna worth the cost: lobby group
"Let's generate some feedback, let's generate some curiosity, and let's make sure that this is getting into the city's hands.”
Kamloops RCMP find cash, drugs, guns in rented vehicle
“Illegal firearms and illicit drugs in our communities remain a targeted concern."
Knox Mountain arson suspect wore camouflage, armed with slingshot: Kelowna RCMP
The suspect used a slingshot to target construction workers and surveillance equipment at the base of Knox Mountain.
iN NUMBERS: How British Columbians feel about UNDRIP
Most British Columbians think there should be a referendum on how the United Nations Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples will impact laws in the province.
Kelowna’s only costume rental shop can create your Halloween dream
Costume rental shops can be hard to find in the region since Pandora’s Box in Kamloops and Costume House in Vernon closed down in the past few years.
Kelowna man arrested after multiple vehicle fires
The suspect was caught on a surveillance camera.
Chance of showers on Halloween in Kamloops, Okanagan
"It'll be pretty minimal, so I'm not expecting big amounts in the Kamloops area or the Okanagan Valley.”
‘No fun BC’: Halloween fireworks banned in Kamloops, Okanagan
“I wouldn't want fireworks going off all-year round either. We've got elders, we've got everybody around, but for special occasions, we should definitely be allowed.”
UPDATE: Kelowna RCMP make arrest in Knox Mountain wildfire
The wildfire sparked this afternoon, and officers are currently helping hikers off the mountain.
No quick fix for air traffic controller shortage in Kelowna
“From time to time, sufficient staffing is not in place. And that causes planned half-hour closures for what's referred to as fatigue breaks.”
Kelowna’s last bastion for jukebox and old school electronics repair
“An old school gramophone, the one where you crank the handle and then it powers up a spring. We managed to do that, even though there wasn't any electronics in there."
TRENDING NOW: Monster just trying to be a nice guy
It's not easy to be a nice guy as a zombie with a pitchfork.
TRENDING NOW: How to fight the AI revolution
This will make you feel better about AI taking over the world.
TRENDING NOW: Wholesome pair share a meal
Not a phone in sight, just two pals having some tuna.
Kelowna workshop to help newcomers navigate AI in the workplace
“As an immigrant myself, I understand the challenges of adapting to a new country and navigating the job market.”
iN NUMBERS: Homeless shelter capacity in Kamloops, Okanagan can’t keep up
298: Temporary shelter beds in Kelowna, up from 90 in 2020.
Last chance for ski swaps in Kelowna, Kamloops
Penticton and Vernon have already had their major ski swaps for the year with Vernon Ski Club’s swap earlier this week and Apex Ski Patrol having its swap in September, but there are still social media groups for the Okanagan to help you cash out on some old gear.
iN NUMBERS: BC NDP in strong position a year after election
Pollster Abacus asked folks how they’re feeling about the government these days and put their answers out on Oct. 20.
Kamloops woman waving knife tased by RCMP
"Officers are investigating to determine all of the circumstances surrounding this incident."
Interior Health working on virtual care pilot to reduce ER closures
“Virtual support has proven its value across many areas of health care, and integrating it with local emergency teams will give people in these four communities stronger, more connected care.”
The land involved in Kelowna’s $28M hotel development has a rocky history
“This developer who's been planning this hotel since 2008, when the court case came down with the covenant and removed all possibilities of his original site, he's pivoted to the hotel site, and it's been going on now for 20 years.”
Premier calls controversial Okanagan MLA’s anti-vaccine rhetoric a ‘betrayal’
"It is incomprehensible. It is unforgivable.”
iN NUMBERS: Building permit values spike in Kelowna and Kamloops
iNhome
Kelowna and Kamloops had strong years while many other cities in Canada were having a tough time.