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Crown wants nearly 10-year sentence for B.C. man convicted in cold-case murder
KAMLOOPS – A B.C. man convicted in a 1999 murder and the "calculated" coverup that followed should be imprisoned for nearly a decade, the Crown says.
RCMP search for man missing since boxing day
KELOWNA - RCMP would like the public to help them find a man who hasn't been seen since Dec. 26, 2013. Terrance Michael Landon is Caucasian, 57, 5'7" and 141 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes, and a full, grey beard. Anyone with information can contact their local police or Crime Stoppers at...
British Columbia’s cash offer to end teacher’s strike ends today
VANCOUVER – The province's offer to give B.C.'s public school teachers some extra cash if they sign a deal ending their strike expires today.
Woman pleads guilty to assaults, shaving heads for her dealer
KAMLOOPS – The lawyer for a woman who kept video footage of herself beating and shaving heads of at least two women, told Kamloops Supreme Court during a sentence hearing his client was acting under the direction of her boss. Mary Lynn Dyson, 30, pleaded guilty last month to charges of assault with a weapon,...
The early recipe for Confederation: one part fellowship, two parts Champagne
CHARLOTTETOWN – In the summer of 1864, less than three years before Canada became a country, a government steamship laden with politicians and Champagne set off from Quebec City on an unusual mission.
New Brunswick to accredit controversial law school proposed in B.C.
ST. ANDREWS, N.B. – The New Brunswick Law Society has voted to accredit a controversial law school proposed in British Columbia.
Which Canadian city was sacked by Americans? and other questions about Canada
Here are some questions about Canada, which marks its 147th birthday July 1. The answers to all the questions, which were compiled by Historica Canada, immediately follow after the last question.
Property owners reminded of tax due date
Tax notices were sent at the end of May to more than 13,000 property owners within the District of West Kelowna and payments are due by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 4, 2014. Taxes can be paid: In person, online or by telephone banking through most Canadian financial institutions; or, By mail, via courier or...
Timeline for Gellatly Road repairs extended
The timeline for emergency repairs to the eroding bank of Gellatly Road, closed since May 2, has been extended to approximately July 15. Staff have faced complex engineering challenges as construction moves past the initial five week estimate. Throughout the project, the District has been in consultation with federal and provincial authorities to ensure proper...
West Kelowna council highlights: June 24, 2014
Certificate of Recognition Mayor Doug Findlater, on behalf of Council, presented Certificates of Recognition for the extraordinary efforts taken to save the life of Mr. Dennis Savage on March 12, 2014, who collapsed in full cardiac arrest while playing a game of senior hockey at Royal LePage Place arena. This proactive hockey group had purchased...
Get to Westside Daze fireworks safely
The Westside Daze fireworks are always a hugely popular event with crowds gathering on the shores of Gellalty Bay to take in the Saturday night display. This year, with the emergency closure of Gellatly Road leading to the waterfront, the District of West Kelowna is reminding motorists and pedestrians that the road is closed and...
Reminder of citizens’ survey deadline
West Kelowna residents are reminded to return their 2014 Citizens’ Survey by Monday, June 30 at 4:00 p.m. Residents who did not receive a survey in the mail can obtain a copy by visiting www.districtofwestkelowna.ca and looking under Departments, Administrative and Protective Services, Citizens’ Survey 2014. The survey is also available for pick up in...
Let Stuart Park be your stage
Get ready to groove to the beat this summer with qualified dance instructors to guide you every two-step and hip swing of the way. The City of Kelowna’s annual Dancing in the Park program is back and ready to get your blood pumping. This free, fun event will be held at Stuart Park on Water...
UBC fine arts alumni host Body of the Land workshop
Getting back to nature is the theme for an interactive, hands-on workshop being organized by fine arts graduates from UBC’s Okanagan campus. The day-long event, at Woodhaven Eco Culture Centre, will give participants an opportunity to enjoy nature and at the same time observe and listen to artistic readings from local writers. The event covers...
Sewer and recycling rate changes for West Kelowna residents
West Kelowna residents will see a substantial increase on their July utility bill, a result of increased costs associated with the Regional Westside Wastewater Treatment Plant. The District of West Kelowna was advised by the Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) that it would be charged an additional $494,265 for sewer service based on adjustment...
Landmark Supreme Court ruling grants land title to B.C. First Nation
OTTAWA – For the first time, the Supreme Court of Canada has recognized a First Nation's title to a specific tract of land — a historic decision with major implications for contentious energy projects such as the Northern Gateway pipeline.
‘Strong suspects’ but no charges in B.C. Highway of Tears investigation: RCMP
VANCOUVER – The Mountie overseeing the investigation into the murders and disappearances of women and girls along British Columbia's so-called Highway of Tears says his officers have a number of "strong suspects," but they have yet to uncover enough evidence to lay charges nearly two years after the last major break in the case.
B.C. must do more to highlight drowning dangers for young people: coroner
VICTORIA – The coroners' service says the dangers of drowning haven't sunk in with many British Columbians, especially teenage males who believe they can swim out of danger even if they've been drinking alcohol.
10-year-old quadruplets from Kamloops all diagnosed with Lyme disease
KAMLOOPS – A family of 10-year-old quadruplets in Kamloops, is dealing with more devastating news about the health of their children.
CBC to cut newscasts, more jobs; broadcaster will also reduce newsroom space
TORONTO – The CBC is slashing some 20 per cent of its workforce over the next five years, while cutting back evening newscasts and in-house production and raising the possibility of selling its flagship headquarters in Toronto.
What’s happening with school report cards and outstanding library books
KELOWNA - Parents of high school students in District 23 can expect report cards in the mail over the next few weeks, but opportunities to pick up belongings or to drop off text or library books will be decided by individual schools. Grade 12 students, having now written mandatory provincial exams, will receive report cards...
CRTC makes Do Not Call list permanent
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) today announced that the registration of telecommunications numbers on the National Do Not Call List will now be permanent. Initially, number registrations with the national list were for a set amount of time, after which Canadians would have had to re-register their numbers. This change enhances the CRTC’s...
Explosion rips through mall in Nigerian capital, killing at least 21
BUJA, Nigeria – An explosion blamed on Islamic extremists rocked a shopping mall in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, on Wednesday and police said at least 21 people have been killed.
Canada Day hours of operation at civic properties
KELOWNA - To mark Canada Day, City Hall will be closed Tuesday, July 1. City of Kelowna property taxes are due on Wednesday, July 2. Payments can be made by online or telephone banking, by mail and in person at City Hall (1435 Water St., Kelowna B.C. V1Y 1J4), and at deposit boxes located at...