Tag Archives: Okanagan
BCHL unveils new alignment with Alberta teams, adds coaches challenge
The B.C. Hockey League held its 2024 Annual General Meeting recently in Richmond. The following are the noteworthy items that came out of it. 2024-25 Alignment and Playoff Format With the five Alberta...
Jun 14, 2024
Late-spring snow possible on area highways
Environment Canada is warning of possible snow on highway mountain passes. Environment Canada issued highway alerts for the Okanagan Connector, the Coquihalla from Hope to Merritt and Merritt to Kamlo...
Jun 14, 2024
Police watchdog not pursuing charges in porta-potty shooting
The Independent Investigations Office (IIO) of B.C. has closed an investigation into a police-involved shooting in West Kelowna and are not recommending charges. The IIO stated that police responded t...
Jun 14, 2024
Economic impact study launched for Okanagan tech sector
Tech companies in the Okanagan are being asked to take part in new study looking into their industry. Accelerate Okanagan (AO) is spearheading an economic impact study of the sector. The study will me...
Jun 13, 2024
Provincial funds support school expansion projects
Two school projects in West Kelowna and one in Kelowna that aim to increase capacity are receiving support through provincial investments. The B.C. government is providing a combined $162-million for ...
Jun 13, 2024
Rockets look to host Memorial Cup in 2026
The Kelowna Rockets will make a bid to host the Memorial Cup in 2026. "We are very excited to submit the Kelowna Rockets organization as a host for the 2026 Memorial Cup, along with the tremendous sup...
Jun 13, 2024
Two-day-a week watering set to begin
Tighter watering restrictions take effect this weekend in the Regional District of Central Okanagan. Effective Sunday, June 16, Stage 2 restrictions will be in place for all RDCO water systems which i...
Jun 13, 2024
Recall issued for promotional tumbler given away at liquor stores
An issue with a chemical solution in NTRL brand tumblers has led to a recall being issued. Health Canada says the 877 mL (30 oz) NTRL brand tumbler cup that were distributed for free as a promotional ...
Jun 12, 2024
Duplex damaged by fire
West Kelowna Fire Rescue responded to a fully-involved fire at a duplex residence on Last Road Wednesday morning. Fire Chief Jason Brolund said the first arriving crews ensured the safety of all resid...
Jun 12, 2024
Business helps search group provide medical training for members
Central Okanagan Search and Rescue is making medical training a priority for its members due to the increased severity of the calls they have to respond to. The non-profit organization has added a phy...
Jun 11, 2024