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Family’s Naramata heritage reflected in PRH gift
December 21, 2017 - 11:21 AM

In Naramata, the June family’s orchard roots run deep.
Celebrate ‘Winter Magic’ at the Gellatly Nut Farm
December 06, 2017 - 1:51 PM

For the first time, the heritage hazelnut grove at Gellatly Nut Farm Regional Park will be lit up to celebrate the winter season!
20th Annual Wildlights Festival
December 05, 2017 - 1:24 PM

style="text-align: center;">December 15th, 2017 to January 7th, 2018
(Closed Christmas Day)
5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
(Last admission at 8:30 pm)
Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission Announces 2018 Advisory Board
December 05, 2017 - 10:52 AM

A service provided by the Regional District of Central Okanagan, the COEDC has a 40+ member advisory body including key industry leaders representing various sectors including: Aerospace, Agriculture, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Professional Services, Development, Technology and Tourism.
6th Annual RCMP Cram the Cruiser a success
December 04, 2017 - 4:07 PM

Lake Country – Kelowna and Lake Country Mounties were overwhelmed once again by the generous donations, from residents of the Central Okanagan, to this year’s Cram the Cruiser for the Lake Country Food Bank.

“This year’s RCMP Cram the Cruiser saw residents of all ages come out to donate to the annual Lake Country Food Bank fundraiser,” states Cpl. Jesse O’Donaghey.
Tree fruit replant applications due one month from today
October 15, 2017 - 9:26 AM

VICTORIA - British Columbia's tree fruit growers are being reminded they have until Nov. 15, 2017, to apply for replant funding as they prepare for next year's growing season.
Modelling the impact of green eggs and hens
September 14, 2017 - 10:32 AM

The whole food movement may be right; consumption of vegan and organic food can be the best choice for reducing environmental impacts, at least if you’re a chicken.
Open burning season ends April 30
April 21, 2017 - 12:05 PM

Eligible property owners with permits have until sunset Sunday, April 30th to wrap up any open burning in the Central Okanagan.

Under Regional District and local fire bylaws, if conditions are favourable, permitted open burning starts October 1st and must be complete by nightfall April 30th. Fire chiefs may however change the dates depending on the fire hazard in their specific area.
Okanagan Society of Independent Filmmaking IndieFest 2017
April 05, 2017 - 1:45 PM

The Okanagan Society of Independent Filmmaking (OSIF) is proud to announce our second annual IndieFest – short film, short doc and music video festival!

We’ve taken the best short films, short documentaries and music videos created locally, showcasing the top filmmaking and acting talent that the Okanagan has to offer!

OSIF has been planning this annual event as a way to showcase local talent and have an all-ages inclusive event as an alternative to HorrorFest,...
North Okanagan Naturalists bluebird trails workshop
March 29, 2017 - 1:41 PM

The North Okanagan Naturalists' Club is hosting a workshop and information session on the Bluebird Trail program.
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iN RESPONSE: Readers have their say
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From frost to drought: Strong start to Okanagan asparagus season despite challenges
It’s finally asparagus season at a North Okanagan farm after cooler spring weather pushed back the predicted start date, and all hands are on deck picking the crunchy green spears. For the past few weeks, overnight sub-zero temperatur

Thailand's prime minister wants to outlaw cannabis, 2 years after it was decriminalized
BANGKOK (AP) — The prime minister of Thailand, the first country in Asia to legalize cannabis two years ago, said Wednesday that he wants to outlaw the drug again amid concerns that the lack of regulation had made it available to children a

Ritz-Carlton looking to build luxury homes at Vernon’s Predator Ridge resort
Vernon’s Predator Ridge resort community is not only looking to build a gondola, the global luxury brand Ritz-Carlton is set to build vacation homes. Wesbild Holdings, the company that owns Predator Ridge, announced today, May 9, the

FYI - For Your Information

Family’s Naramata heritage reflected in PRH gift

Celebrate ‘Winter Magic’ at the Gellatly Nut Farm

20th Annual Wildlights Festival

Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission Announces 2018 Advisory Board

6th Annual RCMP Cram the Cruiser a success

Tree fruit replant applications due one month from today

Modelling the impact of green eggs and hens

Open burning season ends April 30

Okanagan Society of Independent Filmmaking IndieFest 2017

North Okanagan Naturalists bluebird trails workshop

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