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Car accident near Golden takes Kelowna woman’s life
KELOWNA - A Kelowna woman died in a traffic accident near Golden, B.C. June 24. Margaret Rose Pennock, 77, was the front-seat passenger in a car travelling west on the Trans-Canada Highway when the collision with an eastbound pickup truck happened. They were 27 kilometres east of Golden that morning, and Pennock died at the...
Elliot Road re-opens mid-August but RapidBus program delayed
WEST KELOWNA - The Elliott Road section of the $46 million RapidBus program won't open in July as originally promised. Utility work delays is the reason given by the District of West Kelowna, however the re-opening of the Main Street to Dobbin Road stretch will happen mid-August, a few weeks from the original date. The...
Provincial grants benefit Kelowna organizations
KELOWNA – Competitive and recreational sports programs in Kelowna are getting a boost of more than $148,000, thanks to the province’s community gaming grant program. Organizations receiving grants: Okanagan Gymnastics Centre Society - $86,150 Central Okanagan Sailing Association - $29,125 Lake Country Youth Soccer Association (Winfield) - $20,000 Kelowna BMX Society - $13,500 “Participation in...
Okanagan mayors challenge each other and residents to ‘Make Water Work’ this summer
With the heat of summer upon us, and looking at the stats for water use in the Okanagan, this valley’s mayors and councillors are asking residents to “Take the Pledge to MAKE WATER WORK” this season. Make Water Work (www.MakeWaterWork.ca) is an effort by the Okanagan Basin Water Board’s Okanagan WaterWise program, and local government...
Three western premiers want overhaul of internal trade deal with all provinces
REGINA – The leaders of three western provinces want to overhaul an agreement on internal trade.
Residents of fast-growing Kelowna asked how to build strong communities
KELOWNA - What makes a strong and great neighbourhood? The City of Kelowna wants to know. Kelowna is experiencing a growth of about 1,000 people each year, according to a city press release. The aim of the surveys and speaking opportunities is to help the municipality guide growth in a way that creates connections and...
Justin Bieber to be charged with misdemeanour vandalism in California egg-throwing incident
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Justin Bieber will be charged in Los Angeles in an egg-throwing incident in January that damaged a neighbour's home, prosecutors said.
Person of interest in Calgary Amber Alert case could be released Friday
CALGARY – A man Calgary police consider a person of interest in the disappearance of a boy and his grandparents could be released from custody later this week.
Fossil finds show B.C. once a home where ancient hedgehogs roamed
VANCOUVER – Tiny, ancient hedgehogs and pre-historic tapirs once roamed the Bulkley Valley in northern British Columbia, many millenia ago when the area was a temperate oasis from the surrounding tropics, says a new study.
Germany routs Brazil 7-1, reaches world cup final
BELO HORIZONTE, Brazil (AP) — With Neymar out injured, just about everyone in Brazil knew it would be tough against Germany.
Alleged thieves arrested at Osoyoos liquor store
OSOYOOS - A Penticton woman was arrested following an attempted theft at a B.C. Liquor Store in Osoyoos last week. During the police investigation Tuesday, July 2, Mounties arrested a second person alleged to be waiting for the woman outside the store in a pickup truck stolen out of Kelowna. Investigators also found items reported...
Intersection Closure Next Week for Roundabout Installation at Stevens & Westlake Roads
The intersection of Westlake and Stevens Roads will be closed from July 8 to July 18 for concrete pouring as the new roundabout traffic circle at that location begins to take shape. The concrete will need to cure for at least 7 days. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes to access Stevens Road and...
Riders stranded for hours on California coaster
SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (AP) — A roller coaster hit a tree branch at the Six Flags Magic Mountain amusement park, dislodging the front car, leaving four people slightly injured and keeping nearly two dozen summer fun-seekers hanging 20 to 30 feet in the air for hours as day turned to night.
Canadian pills allegedly travelling long distance, onto market in southern U.S.
WASHINGTON – The ongoing availability in Canada of an abuse-prone pharmaceutical may be having a spillover effect far beyond its borders.
U.S. to free Marc Emery, Canada’s ‘Prince of Pot,’ after 5-year imprisonment
VANCOUVER – Canada's "Prince of Pot" is expected to be released from prison in the United States within days, but it could be weeks before Marc Emery and his followers can celebrate his freedom.
B.C. lawyers withdraw services to protest lack of legal aid funding
VANCOUVER – Legal aid lawyers who have withdrawn services donned their black robes to protest outside provincial court in Vancouver, saying the B.C. government is failing to meet the needs of the most vulnerable citizens.
Free Public Wi-Fi at JBMAC
Parents are now able to enjoy free public Wi-Fi at Johnson Bentley Memorial Aquatic Centre while watching their kids swim. This Wi-Fi has been made available as a free service, on a trial basis, in response to numerous public enquiries. Fitness enthusiasts are also able to use this resource, as a signal will also be...
Bulman Bridge temporary closure
Beginning 7 a.m. Monday, July 14 until the end of August, the Bulman Road Bridge will be closed for replacement. Detour routes will be posted on Old Vernon Road for alternate access to Shadow Ridge Golf Course and Sunset Ranch. Access to businesses and residences is a priority and will be maintained, follow detour routes...
Plane to get mechanical inspection following minor incident at YLW
KELOWNA - There was some tension at the airport Monday when the crew of a commercial flight approaching YLW reported an indicator light on the right side landing gear was not glowing green to indicate the wheel was fully locked. The traffic control tower called the airport's Aircraft Rescue Firefighters along with the Kelowna Fire...
Construction begins for med school space at VJH
VERNON - Doctors in training have another incentive to learn and practice in the Interior with 3,123 square feet of Polson Tower set aside for students, physicians and administrators. The project expands work space for the UBC Faculty of Medicine's Southern Medical Program. The new facility is being constructed in the previously empty west end...
Investigators bring in boat in search near Calgary-area acreage in missing family case
AIRDRIE, Alta. – Investigators brought in a dog and a police motorboat on Sunday as they shifted their search for a five-year-old Calgary boy and his grandparents to a field and a slough north of an acreage.
Manitoba government to deliberately flood swath of land to protect others
WINNIPEG – Manitoba is preparing to deliberately flood a swath of land and threaten 150 homes as it struggles to contain a torrent of flood water coming from Saskatchewan.
Former Rocket hired as new assistant coach
KELOWNA - The Kelowna Rockets have a new assistant coach and he's a member of the alumni. The club announced former Rockets player Kris Mallette, 35, will assume the position. He's in his fifth year of coaching and comes to Kelowna from a position as associate head coach for the Vernon Vipers. Mallette is a...
Calgary police confirm violent incident in case of missing boy, grandparents
CALGARY – Calgary police investigating the disappearance of a five-year-old boy and his grandparents say there was a violent incident in the home where the three were last seen five days ago.