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Paul’s Tomb Trail closing Nov. 27 for construction
November 23, 2017 - 2:40 PM

The Paul’s Tomb Trail in Knox Mountain Park will be closed for construction starting Nov. 27. The work will include the realignment of a small trail section, new fencing, new signage, and trail restoration and surfacing.

The work is expected to be completed and the trail re-opened in early 2018. Other trails in Knox Mountain Park will remain open during construction.

For more information on Kelowna parks, visit kelowna.ca/parks.
Affordable housing and support coming to Kelowna
September 01, 2017 - 5:37 PM

KELOWNA - The Good Night Inn will become affordable housing in Kelowna.
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,...
Delcliffe Road lake access work moves forward
March 28, 2017 - 9:10 AM

The City of Vernon is moving forward with improvements to lake access, which will include new parking stalls, a turnaround area, new fencing and signage.
Centennial Outdoor Rink revitalization project begins Thursday
March 21, 2017 - 5:01 PM

Work to revitalize the Centennial Outdoor Rink will begin on Thursday, March 23, with the demolition of the boards, fencing and lighting poles.
West Kelowna special council meeting
March 03, 2017 - 4:07 PM

WEST KELOWNA - Special Council Meeting February 28, 2017

Secondary Suites & Carriage Houses
Council took part in a workshop to review the effectiveness of secondary suite and carriage house regulations in the community, and provided direction on key decision points. Council first implemented secondary suite regulations in 2010 and allowed carriage homes beginning in 2015.
Okanagan Fencing Coaches take on Canada Cup
February 06, 2017 - 4:49 PM

OKANAGAN – It was the first Canada Cup of the 2017 year and athletes came from all over Canada to compete in this event held at the Richmond Oval. Coaches Matt Clarke, Brendan Robertson and junior coach Chris Dlouhy represented the club this year and came home full of pride and amazing memories.
Saturday morning at 8am Dlouhy started off the competition in the Junior Mens Epee event. Epee is the largest of the three fencing weapons and the whole body is target.
District of Peachland council highlights
January 25, 2017 - 12:57 PM

OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN BYLAW NO. 1600, AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 2147, 2016
Council adopted Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1600, Amendment Bylaw No. 2147. The bylaw supports the removal of the requirement to complete an "Upper Princeton Area Sector Plan" from the OCP for the area described as "Upper Princeton" including 4956 Princeton Avenue.
Beginner fencing courses in Kelowna
January 16, 2017 - 4:18 PM

Okanagan Freestyle Fencing train both recreational and competitive fencers.
Lake Country's Woodsdale Road area goes to the dogs
November 08, 2016 - 4:24 PM

While a long term dog park site is being developed pets can use a temporarily fenced site on Woodsdale Road for exercise.

Dog owners in Lake Country have been wondering where to take their four-legged furry family members for an off-leash run and some socializing since the Woodsdale Road off-leash park closure was announced in September.
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