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Westbank First Nation outshining Okanagan cities on new home construction
When it comes to issuing building permits for new housing, the tiny Westbank First Nation…
How Pandosy’s mission inadvertently made the Okanagan a wine capital
Wine is a word synonymous with the Okanagan, yet its origin story remains shrouded in…
Canneries had a short but vital heyday in Kamloops, Okanagan
When you think of agriculture in Kamloops, the mind turns to hay and cattle. That…
Wildfire damage to BC rivers continues for many years after flames are doused
While hundreds of people burnt out by the McDougall Creek wildfire in and around West…
Airbnb doesn’t compete with Kamloops, Kelowna hotels but still stalling recovery
In the past year, the number of short-term rentals in the Thompson-Okanagan region has grown…
Kelowna artist uses feathers to create sustainable, unique art
Kelowna artist Rosemarie Stevenson is using feathers to create unique, recycled art pieces. “The things…
Kelowna dentist refutes allegations in lawsuit over wisdom teeth extraction
A Kelowna dentist says the patient who's taking him to court over an alleged botched…
Mostly sunny week ahead in Kamloops and the Okanagan
Kamloops and the most of the Okanagan are forecast to be mainly sunny today with…
Use of midwives growing, but can the BC system meet demand?
More and more mothers in British Columbia are seeking midwifery care during their pregnancy but…
Kelowna charity helps immigrant families adjust to the Canadian life
A Kelowna based charity is developing new programs to help address the needs of immigrant…
How Kelowna expects to pay a $241 million loan at only $100 per household per year
Opponents cite numerous reasons to sign petitions against a $241.3 million loan to build and…
Kelowna’s Prospera Place: Right size, right place just needs lots of TLC
Even though it is 24 years old, Prospera Place – home of the WHL's Kelowna…
BC politician lobbying for radiation unit for rural patients travelling to Kelowna hospital
While Thompson-Okanagan residents have felt the pinch of an overstretched health-care system, a BC MLA…
Gushue, Einarson curling for Canada at Pan Continental championship in Kelowna
The Kelowna Curling Club is hosting the Pan Continental Curling Championship later this month. Brad…
Councillor Mohini Singh hopes to represent Kelowna for BC United
Kelowna’s Mohini Singh hopes to be BC United’s candidate for the 2024 provincial elections and…