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Fostering rescued dogs inspires new book from West Kelowna author
November 17, 2024 - 4:00 PM

The newest book from a West Kelowna author is now available in stores in the Okanagan and a portion of the proceeds will go toward a Kelowna dog rescue.
$40 and 5 minutes to find true love speed dating in the Okanagan
November 16, 2024 - 6:00 AM

Dating and meeting new people can be difficult, especially when it seems like there aren’t many places to comfortably approach someone who has caught your eye.
iN PHOTOS: Wet weather creates moody vibes in Kamloops, Okanagan
November 12, 2024 - 6:00 AM

Kamloops and the Okanagan are overall drier climates so when it rains some local photographers grabbed their cameras and took to city streets for artistic perspectives.
The trials and tribulations of having curly hair in Okanagan, Kamloops
November 09, 2024 - 7:00 AM

Finding the right stylist for the perfect haircut can be a struggle, especially if you have curly or coily hair.
iN PHOTOS: A look at the miniature world of lichens in Kamloops, Okanagan
November 08, 2024 - 6:00 AM

Lichens can be found hanging in long colourful wisps from trees and growing on rocks and branches in Kamloops and the Okanagan, and the little organisms are remarkable for a variety of reasons.
iN PHOTOS: Winter wonderland on the way to Okanagan, Kamloops
November 05, 2024 - 6:00 AM

Ready or not, the winter season is coming to Kamloops and the Okanagan with snow already falling and accumulating at higher elevations, and while that can spell trouble on our main highway routes, the white stuff does make for beautiful photographs.
SNOW IN THE MOUNTAINS: Optimistic outlook for Kamloops, Okanagan ski conditions this winter
November 04, 2024 - 6:00 PM

There was a late start to the ski season last year, but conditions at ski hills in the Thompson-Okanagan region are looking much better this year.
If you lost it, this West Kelowna man and his metal detector can probably find it
November 02, 2024 - 12:30 PM

A West Kelowna man has been looking for other people's lost rings with his metal detector for decades all in effort to reunite the sentimental items with those who lost them.
iN PHOTOS: Jack-o-lanterns glowing bright in Kamloops, Okanagan
October 31, 2024 - 6:00 AM

Many residents in Kamloops and the Okanagan have gone to work carving pumpkins for Halloween and come up with some creative designs.
iN PHOTOS: Adorable dogs loving leaves in Kamloops, Okanagan
October 29, 2024 - 6:00 AM

The autumn leaves are falling and filling up yards in Kamloops and the Okanagan, and while it means a lot of raking has to be done, the leaves are perfect for dogs to play in.
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iN RESPONSE: Readers have their say
Following are a collection of reader responses to stories or letters to the editor for the third week of November 2024. They have been edited slightly for readability. Got something you want to add? Send an email to editor Marshall Jo

West Kelowna farm selling thousands of apples after fruit packers closure
Paynter’s farm is staying open later into the season to help move thousands of pounds of apples from local farmers after the BC Tree Fruits Cooperative shut down earlier this year. Jennay Oliver, Paynter’s farm owner and operato

Penticton 'potio' smoking lounge blazing a trail for cannabis tourism
A dispensary in Penticton made its patio into a pot smoking lounge, and its success could turn a new leaf for the cannabis industry in the Okanagan. Back in February the BC government permitted smoking pot anywhere you’re allowed to s

Survey finds huge majority of British Columbians say homeownership now a luxury
A survey from Habitat for Humanity Canada shows 87 per cent of British Columbians view homeownership as a luxury. The online survey conducted by Leger for the non-profit asked 1,500 Canadians a range of questions about the housing cri

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