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Dan Albas MP: weekly report
Without question, one of the most frequently raised concerns that I hear from citizens of Okanagan-Coquihalla, pertains to the Canadian Senate, and by extension– senators. Recently I have had several requests to write about the Senate in a weekly MP report. Although I have covered this particular topic previously, it has been suggested that some...
B.C.’s first female carpenter to speak at TRADE UP! 2013 Conference at Okanagan College
A Red Seal carpenter who broke down the barrier for women entering the trades in B.C. will be the keynote speaker at the TRADE UP! Women in Trades 2013 Conference on Saturday, July 6 at Okanagan College’s Kelowna campus. Kate Braid started work in construction in the 1970s and then spent 15 years building houses,...
Flooding has changed the Rockies forever, says scientist
CANMORE, Alta. – A leading scientist says flooding in southern Alberta has changed the Rockies and the foothills forever.
Heavy-hearted heavy metal fans as motorcycle festival cancelled in Merritt, B.C.
MERRITT, B.C. – Another blow for organizers of the Sturgis North motorcycle jamboree and music festival, as the August event, slated for Merritt, B.C., has been cancelled.
Clark’s B.C. Liberals return to legislature to pass budget, set tone of restraint
Premier Christy Clark's Liberals return to the legislature this week promising to pass their previously introduced surplus budget and lay the groundwork for a cost-conscious government looking to seize a potential trillion-dollar liquefied natural gas opportunity and slay the debt within 15 years.
Police want to talk to this man about murder in Glenmore
Kelowna RCMP have released a composite sketch of an unknown man seen in the area…
Curbside catch basin mosquito treatments
This week you may see people driving through Central Okanagan neighbourhoods and throwing packets into curbside catch basins. Weather permitting from Tuesday, June 25th through Sunday, June 30th, five crews (three in cars, two on scooters) will be driving by every roadside catch basin in the City of Kelowna, District of Lake Country, a portion...
Merritt innovative forestry harvest levels increased
Five companies in an innovative forestry practices agreement have had a combined increase of 373,000 cubic metres per year for their allowable annual cut, effective from Jan. 1, 2013, to Dec. 31, 2015. The regional executive director awarded the increase after reviewing their application, forestry plan and timber supply analysis, as well as considering public...
Police looking for thieves in Lake Country
RCMP are searching for separate suspects in two thefts that happened in Lake Country over the past couple weeks. A security company reported a break and enter at an RV trailer lot located on the 300 block of Beaver Lake Road that happened between 9 p.m. and midnight June 18. Thieves cut a hole in...
Momo the cat safe and sound after watery escape from truck in Alberta flood
DE WINTON, Alta. – An eight-month-old cat's dramatic escape from a truck sinking in Alberta floodwaters has cast both the water-loving pet and her owner into the spotlight.
Facebook says bug exposes contact information of 6 million users
Facebook says a bug in its system led to 6 million users' contact information being inadvertently exposed.
Fawn fished from family pool as conservation officer becomes Bambi benefactor
KELOWNA, B.C. – A feisty fawn has cheated death in Kelowna, B.C., thanks to some timely help from a local conservation officer.
Local creeks may still rise, city of Kelowna recommends caution
UPDATE: 3:54 p.m. June 21, 2013 A nine kilometer section of the Mission Creek Greenway Regional Park is open again. The stretch between the Hollywood Road south parking lot entrance to Scenic Canyon Regional Park and the Field Road parking area near Gallagher’s Canyon was closed yesterday due to high creek flow and water levels...
West Kelowna Sports Fields Reopen
Thanks to a break in the rain and less precipitation in the weather forecast, the District of West Kelowna has been able to reopen all sports fields. Crews have been busy, since the rain let up Friday morning, readying fields in time for weekend games. Most fields had been closed Thursday afternoon due to heavy...
City Park concept plan open house
A design option for City Park will be presented at an open house Thursday, June 27 near the Sails Plaza under the big white tent from 4:30 to 8 p.m. “We’re pleased with the outcome of the design process so far,” said urban planner specialist, Patrick McCormick. “One of the main themes from the online...
No charge parking on Small Shop Saturday
The City of Kelowna will waive on street parking charges this Saturday in support of the Downtown Kelowna Association’s Small Shop Saturday initiative. However, shoppers are reminded that posted time restrictions remain in effect. Vehicles can park for free, but posted time limits remain in effect so that convenient parking spaces are turned over for...
Council wants Municipal Hall/Civic Centre to be in Westbank
At its meeting June 18, 2013, West Kelowna Council agreed that Westbank Centre is where a future Municipal Hall/Civic Centre should be located and will focus on options in this area during the next phase of the process. Council was provided information on the Market Sounding Exercise conducted by consultant, Jonathan Huggett, P.Eng, regarding the...
Statement from the Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation on National Aboriginal Day
Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation Minister John Rustad issued the following statement to mark National Aboriginal Day: "Today is a very special day across Canada, created to acknowledge and celebrate the many contributions of Aboriginal people - whether they are First Nations, Inuit or Métis. "It is important to recognize that Aboriginal people are a vital part of B.C.'s economic...
Flood threat stabilized, weather determines risk factor
The water level of Mission Creek has dropped overnight and Lakeshore Road has reopened, but emergency personnel suggest keeping a safe distance from local creeks for the next few days. “It’s entirely weather dependent, but local creeks can rise quickly again over the next few days,” said Kelowna Deputy Fire Chief Jason Brolund. “We recommend...
Emergency Support Services celebrates volunteers
They’re on the frontlines when large scale emergencies force hundreds of people from their homes. But more often than not, they’re also the volunteers that are there to help anyone displaced by fires or other such emergencies. Local officials gathered last night in Kelowna to celebrate 15 people* who have provided a combined 185 years...
B.C. welcomes LNG export applications
Premier Christy Clark today welcomed the news that two companies, BG Group and Imperial Oil/ ExxonMobil Canada Ltd. both have filed liquefied natural gas (LNG) export applications with the National Energy Board. "Once again we see companies wanting to take advantage of B.C.'s LNG potential and this move today highlights industry's continued interest in its potential," said Premier Clark. "We...
Minister of Education’s statement on next steps in pursuing a 10 year agreement with teachers
Minister of Education Peter Fassbender has issued the following statement, having just met individually with the BC School Trustees' Association (BCSTA), the BC Teachers' Federation (BCTF) and the BC Public School Employers' Association (BCPSEA): "Today started with a very productive meeting with the BCSTA, where we discussed the importance of co-governance and maintaining a strong relationship. These were the first...
Crime Stoppers most wanted: Cassidy Baron Billy
Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following male who is wanted on a province-wide warrant as of June 21, 2013. Cassidy Baron Billy (DOB 1981-05-13) is wanted for three counts of breach of undertaking. Billy is described as a 32-year old non-white male, 5’10” tall and 161 lbs. He has black...
Community open house on traffic calming measures for South Boucherie
A community open house will be held Thursday, June 27 to seek feedback from residents living in the South Boucherie area regarding a proposed traffic calming review for the neighbourhood. The meeting will be held at Mount Boucherie Secondary School, in the multipurpose room, starting at 6 p.m. Staff will seek input from the neighbourhood...