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Wilson Landing Fire Department to collect food and donations for Central Okanagan Foodbank
Residents in communities served by the Wilson’s Landing Fire Department are encouraged to watch Tuesday evening for the flashing lights signifying the annual department Santa Run food drive. -
West Kelowna Fire Rescue supporting local food banks
Join West Kelowna Fire Rescue (WKFR) in helping to keep the shelves stocked at the Central Okanagan Food Bank throughout the winter. -
Rockets DeSouza shipped to Wheat Kings for Sadhra-Kang
The Kelowna Rockets announced today they have acquired 20-year-old defenceman Kayden Sadhra-Kang from the Brandon Wheat Kings in exchange for overage defenceman Jackson DeSouza. -
BCHL names Warriors blueliner Norlin to All-Star roster
West Kelowna Warriors defenseman Isaiah Norlin has been named a BC Hockey League All-Star as the league unveiled the first round of players who will participate in the BCHL All-Star Weekend in Penticton, BC from January 19-20. -
location for second set of 60 temporary homes for Kelowna's unhoused announced.
Sixty temporary homes will soon be available for people experiencing homelessness in Kelowna as construction gets underway on the second project created through an agreement between the Province and the city. -
Westshore Estates water quality advisory ends
After consulting with Interior Health, the Regional District of Central Okanagan has rescinded a partial Water Quality Advisory for customers of the Westshore Estates water system. -
Kelowna RCMP issue warning on dangers of sextortion
The Kelowna RCMP is reminding parents and caregivers to have open, honest and important conversations with their youth about the dangers of sextortion in the wake of a death by suicide of a 12-year-old in Prince George.
Vernon News
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Joint statement from City of Vernon, District of Coldstream and RDNO Electoral Areas B and C on recr
The City of Vernon has established a ‘fee for service’ agreement for recreation services with the District of Coldstream and Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) Electoral Areas B and C. -
More supports coming to Vernon for mental-health, substance-use crises
To help people in crisis and to free police resources to focus on crime, a new crisis response is now in Vernon. -
Maintenance work scheduled for Vernon Water Reclamation Centre next week
The City of Vernon would like to advise residents near the Vernon Water Reclamation Centre (VWRC) that increased odours may be noticeable in the area next week as crews begin scheduled maintenance on the facility. -
Centennial Outdoor Rink set to open for the season
An outdoor recreation favourite will return this week for another season of winter fun. Vernon Recreation Services is pleased to announce the Centennial Outdoor Rink will officially open Friday, December 1 (tomorrow). -
Wider, safer Highway 1 open through Kicking Horse Canyon
People travelling the Trans-Canada Highway through the Kicking Horse Canyon are now using a wider, safer, four-lane divided highway, with the opening of the new westbound lanes through Phase 4 of the project. -
City crews ready for first snowfall of the season
Winter is set to return to the North Okanagan this week, with Environment Canada forecasting below freezing temperatures over the next several days, leading to the possibilities of snow for end of the week.
Penticton News
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Slow down and watch for new crosswalk on Wade Ave E and Government Street
The City is alerting drivers to watch for traffic changes along Wade Avenue E and Government Street, which includes a new crosswalk that connects Papineau Street with the Penticton Creek pedestrian footbridge. -
Major development project near PRH enters next steps
The Okanagan’s largest commercial transaction is now complete, and paves the way for a mixed use master planned community adjacent to Penticton Regional Hospital. -
City provides location for Emergency Winter Shelter
Following a request from 100 More Homes, the City of Penticton has agreed to provide an emergency winter shelter space and will work with BC Housing on a long-term agreement for future shelter and housing needs. -
RDOS Board appoints Chief Administrative Officer
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Zaffino as Chief Administrative Officer. -
Kiwanis Pier at Rotary Point closed for repairs starting next week
The Kiwanis Pier at Rotary Point on Okanagan Lake will be closed for repairs starting Monday, Dec. 4 for approximately two weeks to complete maintenance and safety repairs -
Cram the Kennel at Cherry Lane
Penticton RCMP officers, along with Police Dog Services, are partnering with the SPCA to fill up a dog kennel with non-perishable food items and pet supply donations.