Improvements to Lakeshore Road near Gyro Beach get underway on Wednesday Several weeks of construction on a small but busy stretch of Lakeshore Road will begin this week. According to the City of Kelowna, t...

Improvements to Lakeshore Road near Gyro Beach get underway on Wednesday #Kelowna

The work will be ongoing until late June and there will be intermittent traffic disruptions through the area.

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BC man attacked by grizzly bear while out with dogs on his own property Conservation officers have determined that a Monday night grizzly attack in northern BC was defensive in nature. It happened on a rural p...

BC man attacked by grizzly bear while out with dogs on his own property

After responding to the site of the Monday night attack and interviewing the victim in hospital, conservation officers determined the bear's actions were defensive in nature.

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Room 272 Bar + Bites opens its doors in downtown Kelowna The owners of downtown Kelowna’s newest small business says it’s all about approachable food done right. Room 272 Bar + B...

Room 272 Bar + Bites opens its doors in downtown Kelowna

"From the bar experience to the food program, it’s something Kelowna has never seen before."

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RCMP invites Kelowna businesses to collaborate on new CCTV registry The Kelowna RCMP, in partnership with the City of Kelowna, is launching a new voluntary Business CCTV (Closed Circuit TV) Registry designed to help po.

RCMP invites Kelowna businesses to collaborate on new CCTV registry

It won't give police live access to footage, but signals to them that video surveillance may exist to expedite the investigation process.

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19 impaired drivers taken off Tofino-area road in 1 day a mix of locals and tourists A joint force operation between the BC Highway Patrol and Mounties in Tofino and Ucluelet produced significant results late last month....

19 impaired drivers taken off Tofino-area road in 1 day a mix of locals and tourists

Cpl. Michael McLaughlin said there's often "too much complacency" when people live in or visit British Columbia's small communities.

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Boucherie Road shutting down Thursday night for spring maintenance West Kelowna motorists will have to find their way around a significant closure on Thursday night. City crews will be shutting down B...

Boucherie Road shutting down Thursday night for spring maintenance #WestKelowna

The route will be fully closed to motorists, cyclists and pedestrians for five-and-a-half hours.

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UPDATE: Rockets forward done for playoffs after scary injury in Everett (UPDATE: April 13 @ 5 pm) - The good news is that Ty Halaburda has been released from hospital in Everett and is travelling back to Victoria with...

UPDATE: Rockets forward done for playoffs after scary injury in Everett

A statement from the club says he's expected to rejoin the team later this month, which suggests there may be a chance he could play in the Memorial Cup.

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Volunteers help plant over 600 trees in fire-damaged areas of Rose Valley Regional Park It was a true community effort in Rose Valley Regional Park over the weekend. Dozens of volunteers pitched in to help plant more than...

Volunteers help plant over 600 trees in fire-damaged areas of Rose Valley Regional Park

“We’re here because we love Rose Valley and feel lucky to play where we live. It was important for us to do our part to bring the park back to its glory days.”

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Harley rider seriously injured after crashing on BC Hwy 1 Police are looking for witnesses after a motorcycle crash on the Trans-Canada Highway over the weekend. According to the BC Highway P...

Harley rider seriously injured after crashing on #BCHwy1

Police believe the motorcycle was the only vehicle involved in the crash.

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RDCO seeks volunteers for Community Policing programs across the Central Okanagan The Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) is seeking volunteers to support Community Policies programs in Lake Country, Peachland and West Kelo.

RDCO seeks volunteers for Community Policing programs across the Central Okanagan

Community Policing volunteers serve as trained observers in their neighbourhoods that pitch in with things like citizens patrol, speed watch and more.

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Final day to nominate for Best Of Penticton 2026: Submissions close today Today is your last chance to take part in Best Of Penticton 2026, with nominations closing April 13 at 3 p.m. Whether it’s your favourite...

⏰ Kelowna: last call! Get your nominations in for Best Of Kelowna 2026 before 3 PM today.

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‘She is my beautiful angel’: Kelowna mom meets hero after life-saving liver transplant Lyndsay Richholt finally got her liver transplant surgery. After well over a year of waiting as her health declined to catastrophic levels, the.

‘She is my beautiful angel’: Kelowna mom meets hero after life-saving liver transplant

In a post-op update, Lyndsay Richholt praised "the strength, bravery and selflessness" of her donor from Okotoks, Alta.

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Police believe man wanted on Canada-wide warrant is in the Kamloops area Mounties in Kamloops are hoping the public can help track down a wanted man. According to the RCMP, a Canada-wide warrant was recentl...

Police believe man wanted on Canada-wide warrant is in the Kamloops area

Anyone who sees the 38-year-old is urged not to approach him, but rather contact police as soon as possible.

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West Kelowna brewery wins Best In Show at Okanagan Fest of Ale Another Okanagan Fest of Ale has wrapped up in the South Okanagan. Dozens of breweries came together at the Penticton Trade and Conve...

West Kelowna brewery wins Best In Show at Okanagan Fest of Ale

“This event is rooted in tradition and community, and that’s exactly what makes it so meaningful to so many people."

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Ty Halaburda remains in Everett hospital after suffering head injury during game 2 It’s looking unlikely that Ty Halaburda will rejoin the Kelowna Rockets lineup soon, but at this point all anyone will be worried about is his h.

Ty Halaburda remains in Everett hospital after suffering head injury during game 2

The Rockets forward's family made the trip south of the border from Vancouver Island on Sunday to be with him.

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Local winemaker, Peachland MP pushing for free wine trade between provinces If you’re in BC and you want to order a case of wine directly from a producer in Ontario’s Niagara winemaking region, you can just pick up.

Local winemaker, Peachland MP pushing for free wine trade between provinces

“We believe it's about 25 per cent to 35 per cent of our business could increase if we could ship to the rest of Canada."

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Driver fined $2,000 for lying to ICBC about 2024 crash An equipment operator with the City of Prince George pleaded guilty April 1 to providing false or misleading information to ICBC.

Driver fined $2,000 for lying to ICBC about 2024 crash

“Mr. Bhathal fraudulently reported an accident that he had caused as having happened to his vehiclewhen it was unattended at a different location."

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What Life Can Look Like at Lakeshore Place There’s something comforting about walking into a space and immediately feeling at ease. That’s exactly the feeling you get at Lakeshore P.

From independent living and meaningful connections to a vibrant, supportive community, it’s all about enjoying each day with comfort, ease, and purpose. Discover what life can look like at Lakeshore Place.

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Pedal for a Purpose: The Payton & Dillon Budd Memorial Ride or Walk returns in June The heart of the Okanagan is beating with hope once again as the community prepares for the return of the Payton & Dillon Budd Memorial Ride or Wa.

Pedal for a Purpose: The Payton & Dillon Budd Memorial Ride or Walk returns in June

Let’s ride for hope. Let’s ride for each other. Because in this community, nobody rides alone.

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Kelowna weather: Gloomy day, potentially wet and stormy at times Expect mainly cloudy skies for the duration of Sunday. After some overnight rain, there’s a slim chance of showers throughout t...

Kelowna weather: Gloomy day, potentially wet and stormy at times

It will still get up to a high of 16°C.

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Hike amongst the bevy of blooms of the Okanagan sunflower It happens every April like clockwork. Some would even say it's commonplace. Yet, the mass blooming of the Okanagan sunflower is a spectacle.

Hike amongst the bevy of blooms of the Okanagan sunflower
Central Okanagan Regional Parks is organizing guided hikes to celebrate the burst of colour. 🔻
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Rockets lose hard-fought game 2 in Everett, return to Kelowna down 2-0 in series The Kelowna Rockets battled the CHL’s top-ranked team hard on their home ice, but they’re still returning to Canada facing a...

Rockets lose hard-fought game 2 in Everett, return to Kelowna down 2-0 in series

Games 3 and 4 are at Prospera Place and the Rockets need to win at least one of them to keep their season alive.

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Beer column: Cannery’s annual Babe Brew is as tasty as it is impactful Just in time for the Okanagan Fest of Ale this weekend, Cannery Brewing released its latest beer on Friday. The Tropical Hazy Pale Al...

Beer column: Cannery’s annual Babe Brew is as tasty as it is impactful

This one is perfect for spring sipping and funds raised from its sale will support women in the beer industry.

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A Fresh Approach to Feeling Better: Meet the Newest Chiropractor at Affinity Wellness There’s something reassuring about walking into a clinic where you feel heard right away. At Affinity Wellness, that’s always been par...

Affinity Wellness in Kelowna welcomes Dr. Emina Arima, bringing a patient-first, holistic approach to chiropractic care focused on movement, recovery, and long-term wellness.

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Rooted in the Land: Brandon Lawrence and the Spirit of Summerland Wine When you meet Brandon Lawrence, one thing becomes clear right away: wine isn’t just a job, it’s something that grew with him....

At Lunessence Winery in Summerland, winemaker Brandon Lawrence focuses on restraint, balance, and letting the vineyard lead. A philosophy shaped by years of hands-on harvest experience.

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A Spring Wine Tour Through the South Okanagan: Three Stops to Celebrate the Season As spring unfolds across the South Okanagan, the region comes back to life in a way that feels both unhurried and quietly spectacular.

Spring in the South Okanagan means budbreak, open patios, and wine country at its most inviting, perfect timing for a tasting tour through Road 13, Liquidity Wines, and Red Barn.

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Tech Talks: Why Most Businesses Accidentally Build a Technology Committee…Not a Technology Strategy At first glance, everything seems fine. The systems are running. Emails are being sent. Files are (mostly) where they should be.

As explored in a recent Tech Talk, companies often end up building a “technology committee” instead of a clear, outcome-driven strategy that aligns technology with real business goals. The result isn’t more clarity—it’s more confusion.

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Faces of Kelowna: Medical Aesthetics Some of the best ideas start with a beer and a conversation. For Darren Gill and Kory Zelickson, that casual chat turned into Bios Wellness Clinics.

Meet the Faces of Kelowna in Medical Aesthetics. Kory Zelickson and Darren Gill are building a people-first wellness company, supporting clinics while keeping care local and personal. #FacesOfKelowna

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Crews use water from Mission Creek to douse suspicious fire near KLO construction site The Kelowna Fire Department responded to a grass fire near Mission Creek early this morning. Firefighters were called out to the scen...

Crews use water from Mission Creek to douse suspicious fire near KLO construction site #Kelowna

Firefighters arrived to discover a couple of trees candling along with flames on the ground.

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OC prof with astronaut candidacy reflects on humanity’s return to deep space As astronauts head back to Earth after travelling around the Moon for the first time in more than 50 years, a professor at Okanagan College...

OC prof with astronaut candidacy reflects on humanity’s return to deep space

“For me, what stands out about this mission is that for the first time, a Canadian astronaut is travelling beyond low Earth orbit and journeying around the Moon."

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