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iN VIDEO: SPCA investigation leads to surrender of 99 budgies in West Kelowna
August 25, 2022 - 3:06 PM

Someone in West Kelowna has surrendered 99 budgies to the care of the B.C. SPCA following an investigation by the animal protection organziation.
South Okanagan gift shop says mask-wearing ‘prohibited’ in store
November 07, 2020 - 12:00 PM

Despite Canada’s chief public health officer Dr. Theresa Tam recommending non-medical mask-wearing indoors, a South Okanagan gift shop has put up a sign stating that mask-wearing is prohibited at its establishment.
Lost bees take North Okanagan woman on wild chase around the city
May 03, 2018 - 6:00 PM

VERNON - Under usual circumstances, lost animals include dogs, cats, and sometimes the odd budgie, but this week in Vernon, a local woman took to Facebook for help finding a swarm of honeybees that took off.
UPDATE: Explosion and fire on Knox Mountain
December 15, 2014 - 3:50 PM

KELOWNA - Quick thinking by a Kelowna homeowner likely saved his house after the gas tank on a vintage car exploded in the attached garage Monday afternoon.
InfoTel Tails: Forever homes wanted
October 12, 2013 - 11:28 AM

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iN PHOTOS: Six delicious berries growing in Okanagan, Kamloops
There are numerous kinds of juicy berries growing in Kamloops and the Okanagan in early summer each with bright colours, unique flavours and packed with nutrients. While some berries like raspberries are more common to find growing in garde

Texas governor calls for special session after vetoing a bill to ban THC-infused goods
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed a bill that would have banned consumable hemp products containing THC ingredients in the state, but said he's open to lawmakers passing a new effort to regulate what has become a boomin

Is Tide a pesticide? BC contractor who put detergent on rooftop sparks legal fight
A BC contractor that used Tide laundry detergent to remove moss from a condo building's roof has sparked a legal battle between the province and an arms length environment appeal board. The question is: Is Tide laundry detergent a pesti

iN VIDEO: SPCA investigation leads to surrender of 99 budgies in West Kelowna