Elevate your local knowledge
Sign up for the iNFOnews newsletter today!
Shelley Jordan
UPDATE: Swerving around a rock caused rollover
UPDATE: Police say the woman involved in a rollover off Lower Glenrosa Road suffered no injuries and alcohol was not a factor. No charges will be laid. The accident happened when she had to swerve to avoid a rock on the road. One wheel hit the curb and she lost control. WEST KELOWNA - A...
Bomb scare at Lake Country Canada Post
LAKE COUNTRY - Employees at Canada Post called in the Mounties this morning to find out if a beeping parcel was a bomb. The RCMP received the call about 7:40 a.m. and were told by employees of the postal service a beeping noise was coming from a book-sized parcel. Before the cops arrived, employees moved...
UBC students stage Take Back The Night rally to protest sex assaults
VANCOUVER – Hundreds are expected to attend a rally this evening at the University of British Columbia to protest of a series of sexual assaults that have shaken staff and students at the usually quiet campus on the tip of Vancouver's Point Grey.
New anti-bullying, harassment policies to take effect in B.C. workplaces
VANCOUVER – The agency dedicated to protecting the safety of about 2.2 million workers in British Columbia is not going to bully the province's employers into implementing new rules that deal with workplace harassment, says a senior executive.
Okanagan College Professor Starts Social Venture in Uganda
It was a heart attack that made Okanagan College School of Business professor David Northcott really take stock of his life. “Having open heart surgery 18 months ago has really motivated me to think about where to focus my time and energy,” says the Penticton-based business professor.
Canadian legend Chuvalo recalls glory days and his iron chin in autobiography
MONTREAL – George Chuvalo wants the world to know he was more than just a big lug who could stand in a boxing ring and take punches all night.
Monteith movie ‘All the Wrong Reasons’ a goodbye for him and for Zellers
TORONTO – Filming overnight in a Halifax Zellers store on the set of "All the Wrong Reasons" was like fulfilling "a childhood fantasy in a way," says actress Emily Hampshire.
Ben Stewart appointed B.C. trade commissioner in Asia
B.C. premier appoints former MLA to investment and trade post in Asia
Urbanatomy: An evening of art and urban planning in Rutland
The public is invited to attend Urbanatomy, a Pecha Kucha presentation, to be held on Monday, November 4, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Rutland Centennial Hall, 180 Rutland Road N, Kelowna. Creative Studies students at UBC’s Okanagan campus teamed up with an Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences history class studying...
Report: Insurance industry couldn’t afford costs of big earthquake in B.C., Quebec
MONTREAL – The Insurance Bureau of Canada says tens of billions of dollars in damage could result in British Columbia or Quebec if they were ever hit by a major earthquake.
Anatomy of a scandal: key developments in history of the Senate expenses saga
OTTAWA – A look at key dates in the ongoing evolution of the Senate expenses scandal:
Blazers roster reduced to 22 players
KAMLOOPS – Kamloops Blazers General Manager Craig Bonner announced that the hockey club has reassigned 17-year-old forward Mitch Friesen to a junior team to be determined. Friesen has played 55 games over the past two seasons with the Blazers recording two assists. “Mitch was an elite scorer in Bantam and Midget hockey,” commented General Manager,...
Concerns about sensitive info in police record checks prompts B.C. investigation
VICTORIA - Concerns about the amount and type of personal information disclosed in police record checks have prompted an investigation by B.C.'s privacy commissioner. Elizabeth Denham says citizens and civil society groups have raised questions about the scope and sensitivity of personal information that's accessed and disclosed to police, often for employment-screening purposes. She says...
West Kelowna council meeting October 29, 2013
New Zoning Bylaw Council gave first and second reading to West Kelowna Official Community Plan (OCP) Amendments and second reading to the draft West Kelowna Zoning Bylaw, which will now be scheduled for a public hearing on November 26, 2013 at 6 p.m. Zoning Bylaws enable municipalities to regulate land use and implement the objectives...
Highlights of the Regional Board Meeting – October 28, 2013
Regional Growth Strategy Bylaw Introduced The Regional Board has given first and second readings to the Regional Growth Strategy (RGS) Bylaw No. 1336. The RGS update has been underway since 2010 after consulting several times with the public, stakeholders, local governments, the Westbank First Nation and Okanagan Indian Band and many provincial and senior government...
Unique Eco-Art Partnership Launched
A unique partnership has officially been recognized by the Regional District of Central Okanagan and the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies at the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus. The two have teamed up through a Memorandum of Understanding and Lease Agreement to use a portion of the recently expanded Woodhaven Nature Conservancy Regional...
Worried mom wants to know what happened to her son
KELOWNA - A mother is hoping someone out there knows what happened to her son, who went missing Sept. 28. Rene Durelle, 19, of no fixed address suffers from depression and psychological issues says Kelowna RCMP Sgt. Steve Holmes. Durelle's mom is very worried because she hasn't heard from him, and though he's taken off...
Rights group wants top court to fast-track assisted-suicide case
VANCOUVER – A British Columbia-based civil rights group is asking the Supreme Court of Canada to fast-track an appeal related to physician-assisted suicide.
Crime Stoppers most wanted: Anthony Wade Nevius
Crime Stoppers is asking the public’s assistance in locating the following male who is wanted on a province-wide warrant as of October 28, 2013. Anthony Wade Nevius (DOB 1990-02-01) is wanted for one count of breach of undertaking. Nevius is described as a 23-year-old white male, 5’9” tall and 161 lbs. He has brown hair...
Blazers week in review
Saturday, October 26, 2013 vs. Everett Silvertips– 7-6 Overtime Loss The Blazers scored with 6.9 seconds left to force overtime, but the Silvertips ended the game on a power play in extra time for a 7-6 win. Matt Needham enjoyed a five point night with a goal and four assists. Chase Souto had two goals...
Stuff the Bus for charity drive coming soon
Most of us don't think twice about grabbing a warmer jacket or extra sweater… Thank goodness our Stuff the Bus event is only a week away so people who want to help people can come and drop off warm clothing they aren't using anymore for those in need. Stuff the bus takes place Saturday, Nov....
Take Jack Out Back!
After Halloween is over, instead of throwing your pumpkin in the garbage, you’re reminded to compost it instead. “Just chop up your pumpkin into smaller pieces and toss it into your backyard composter with some fall leaves,” says Rae Stewart, Waste Reduction Facilitator with the Regional District.” “Pumpkins are rich in nitrogen, an important part...
Okanagan Rockets win streak continues
KELOWNA – A goal in the final minute of play extended the Okanagan Rockets winning steak to a season high six games. The Rockets defeated the North Island Silvertips 3 – 2 on Sunday at Capital News Centre in game two of the series. The Silvertips made life difficult for the Rockets squad that lost...
Chiefs add another victory
Kelowna, BC – October 27, 2013 – Rutland’s very own Kelowna Chiefs defeated the Princeton Posse to wrap up the weekend. The Chiefs earned a 6 – 4 win on Sunday October 27th in Princeton. The Posse’s Eric Kubis opened up scoring in the first period but Kelowna would quickly answer back with goals from...