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Thompson Okanagan News
Are you towing your boat safely? B.C. RCMP have a list of tips
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – RCMP in B.C. are warning drivers to make sure trailers are properly cared…
Tourism association aims to grow aboriginal tourism in Thompson Okanagan
KELOWNA – A new and unique position at the the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association aims…
Syrian refugee health protocol to become Interior Health standard
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – The Interior Health Authority has developed a culturally-sensitive health care protocol to deal…
Recently revealed emails between B.C. doctors suggest new ways of tackling fentanyl crisis
DISCONTINUATION OF OXYCONTIN 'FAILED EXPERIMENT IN PROHIBITION' THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Medical health professionals behind the scenes…
UBC Okanagan prof working with big-name Hollywood producers on new documentary
KELOWNA – What does a UBC Okanagan anthropology professor have in common with producers from…
Midnight release of new Harry Potter book at local Chapters stores
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Tonight, the boy who lived gets new life with "potterheads" worldwide. When the…
Toby Keith named headliner for 2017 Merritt Rockin’ River Fest
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Famed country superstar Toby Keith will take the stage in Merritt B.C next…
Okanagan Connector getting new rest area
KELOWNA – Weary travellers on the Okanagan Connector will soon be given a new place…
Interior Health providing more beds for mental health and substance abuse patients
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – By the end of this year, more support beds will be available for…
Free flu shots available for at-risk groups in Thompson-Okanagan
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Flu season is back, and the Interior Health Authority is reminding all at-risk…
Fake call centres raided in India; CRA scam calls drop dramatically
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Authorities have targetted call centres in India know for using the so-called Canada…
Caution advised when getting cosmetic tattoos: Interior Health
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – The trend toward new cosmetic procedures like microblading has prompted a safety warning…
Canada-wide warrant issued for B.C. sexual offender
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – RCMP is asking for help from the public to find a former Prince…
First West Kelowna chimney fire of the season sparks warning from fire department
WEST KELOWNA – The fire department in West Kelowna responded to their first chimney fire…
Reoperation rates for Canadian breast cancer patients too high: UBC Okanagan study
KELOWNA – Canadian breast cancer patients that require a potentially avoidable additional operation after treatment…