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Property taxes going up in Vernon by more than 5%
The City of Vernon has approved its budget for 2024 and property taxes are going…
Significant progress made on Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail
A stand-alone section of the Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail connecting Enderby and the Splatsin…
Online fundraiser launched for TRU athlete killed in car crash
An online fundraiser has has been set up for Owyn McInnis’ family, the Thompson Rivers…
Big White Winter Rally revving up excitement this weekend
Rally drivers are rolling into Kelowna as they get ready for the Big White Winter…
‘MORE THAN OUR MORTGAGE:’ Kelowna daycare boosted rates to $1,700 per month
Parents at a Kelowna day care are looking for answers after fees were raised $800…
Pedestrian taken to hospital after hit and run in Salmon Arm
The Salmon Arm RCMP is seeking the public’s help in the wake of a hit…
Suspect arrested in Kamloops for attempting to impersonate a police officer
Kamloops RCMP arrested a suspect while investigating a case of police officer impersonation. On Dec.…
Kamloops truck accessory company set to appear on ‘Dragons’ Den’
A Kamloops-based company will appear on the Canadian TV show Dragons’ Den in a January episode.…
Police find violent offender wanted on warrants hiding in Kelowna attic
A 30-year-old Edmonton man wanted on numerous warrants is in custody after Kelowna RCMP officers…
The challenges of finding a job in Okanagan for those on autism spectrum
Finding a job is challenging, especially for individuals on the autism spectrum. Programs like Ready,…
Confessions of a Kelowna online sex worker
CONTENT AND LANGUAGE ADVISORY When Shelby Cinda first turned to sex work, it wasn’t by…
Vernon using small fires to test early wildfire detection system
Vernon will be testing an early wildfire detection system later this week during which small…
Kelowna artist puts out call for spaces to foster creativity, community
Artists and musicians in Kelowna are talented and numerous but they still need one thing:…
Cops find passed out driver and possible explosive in parked Vernon vehicle
The RCMP is investigating after a suspected explosive device was found inside a vehicle in…
One year older and $100,000 richer for this Kelowna lotto winner
A Kelowna resident just got the best birthday gift ever, a $100,000 jackpot win off…
Survey says eggnog the holiday beverage of choice in BC
Not everyone will agree, and it may even spark arguments, but according to a recent…
Kamloops cop with baby carrier sneakily nabs drivers using cell phones
Calling it Operation E-Baby, a Kamloops RCMP officer dressed in plainclothes with a baby doll…
Scratch & Win tickets should stay out of kids’ stockings this Christmas: BCLC
The BC Lottery Corporation is reminding parents and caregivers that scratch and win tickets are…
FortisBC raising electricity rates by more than 6% next year
FortisBC is increasing its electricity rates by more than six percent for all its clients…
West Kelowna getting its own ICBC licencing office
West Kelowna residents will no longer have to cross the bridge into Kelowna to access…
Northbound traffic on Coquihalla south of Merritt at standstill after crash
The Coquihalla Highway south of Merritt is closed to northbound traffic following a crash. Highway…
Kelowna RCMP recover $30,000 worth of stolen property
Kelowna RCMP have recovered an estimated $30,000 worth of stolen property. On Dec. 14, the…
Kamloops’ Sephora is holding a strike vote ahead of Boxing Day
Workers at Kamloops’ Sephora will be holding a vote next week to decide whether or…
High tech way to keep an eye on the kids at Big White
A new tracking device made especially for parents and caregivers to track their kids at…