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Seven wineries to visit in the Okanagan and Kamloops this spring
February 23, 2025 - 6:00 AM
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The Okanagan is known for, above all else, being a top wine producing region in British Columbia.
iN RESPONSE: Readers have their say
November 12, 2024 - 12:00 PM

Following are a collection of reader responses to stories or letters to the editor for the first week of November 2024. They have been edited slightly for readability.
Destruction of grape crop means a pivot for Okanagan Wine Festival
September 22, 2024 - 7:00 AM
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Okanagan Wine Festival is going to be a bit different this year due to the damage done to harvests by the winter’s cold snap, but organizers say it’s still going to have a lot to offer.
Local pro wrestlers step into the ring in Kamloops this Friday
May 20, 2024 - 3:30 PM

A pro wrestling event featuring local wrestlers is going down in Kamloops this Friday.
Celebrate Shuswap trails with food, drinks and Shred Kelly
April 25, 2024 - 1:42 PM

The Shuswap Trail Alliance is throwing an event to celebrate everyone who makes trails in the Shuswap enjoyable for all.
Fest of Ale in Penticton wraps up with awards for B.C. craft breweries
April 14, 2024 - 4:30 PM
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The Okanagan Fest of Ale took place in Penticton this weekend, and announced which local craft beers were voted the best in the province.
Kamloops-area ski resort offering half-off lift tickets this spring
March 12, 2024 - 10:30 AM

A Kamloops-area ski resort has a unique spring offer for skiers and snowboarders who are willing to travel from other regions in BC and around the world.
Alberta’s attack on Okanagan wines may open other doors for the industry
February 04, 2024 - 6:00 AM
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Alberta delivered a harsh blow to Okanagan wineries last month by banning them from selling in its liquor stores if they also ship wines directly to customers.
Kelowna liquor store sells to undercover minor, dodges fine
January 16, 2024 - 6:00 PM

A Kelowna liquor store fired an employee but dodged a fine after selling liquor to a minor.
Where have all the Okanagan and Kamloops Christmas tree farms gone?
November 30, 2023 - 7:00 AM

A combination of poor weather conditions, changing business plans and competition from the United States has meant that many Okanagan Christmas tree farmers have left the business.
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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

Kootenay woman upset by deer cull sues realtor for 'misleading' her about neighbourhood
An Invermere woman who attempted to sue her real estate agent because she didn't like her neighbours or the fact that the town was culling deer has been ordered to pay special costs because of her behaviour over the seven years of litigation.

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