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BC prison officials knew about 4-year chemically treated water leak: report
March 20, 2024 - 4:30 PM

The federal Public Sector Integrity Commissioner says the Correctional Service of Canada committed "gross mismanagement" when it took nearly four years to fix pipes at a B.C. prison that were leaking chemically treated water into the ground.
Worst should be over for neighbours of big hole UBCO dug in downtown Kelowna
March 01, 2024 - 7:00 AM

Excavation is complete on the four-storey deep hole that UBC Okanagan has dug for the underground parkade of the 43-storey downtown Kelowna vertical campus it's started to build.
Cultivating Success: Twincon's Expertise in Vineyard Grading
January 06, 2024 - 12:30 PM
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"Grading takes expertise, and knowing how to move the land takes skill." ~ Twincon Enterprises’ President, Chris Dandurand
Get the Best Results for Your Project with Professional Site Preparation
November 06, 2023 - 8:00 AM
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Before starting construction on any building project, you may need to consider having the land cleared and prepped. Whether it is a residential or commercial project you are embarking on, Okanagan excavation companies such as Twincon Enterprises know that how the land is prepared will set the right foundation for the project's success.
How to Get Your Building Site Ready for Development
September 23, 2023 - 8:00 AM
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The decision to develop rural property lands or buildings can be both exciting and challenging. Before starting any building project, there are several steps to ensure your building site is ready for construction. In this article, we will discuss the critical steps to prepare your site for development. We will also provide helpful tips on what to ask your contractor or realtor when looking to purchase property.
Tired of construction noise? New Kelowna bylaw designed to help
July 08, 2023 - 11:00 AM
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With all the new construction happening in Kelowna, it’s only natural some residents worry about possible structural damage it’s causing to their homes.
Secwépemc Unity Camp trial faces more delays in Kamloops court
January 19, 2022 - 9:07 AM

Delays continue to pile up for a criminal contempt trial involving protesters against the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion, who were supposed to begin opening statements this week in Kamloops.
Getting Your Excavation Project Done Right
October 03, 2021 - 8:00 AM
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Municipalities, developers and custom home builders have been relying on TwinCon Enterprises’ excavation expertise in the south Okanagan for more than 10 years. They provide equipment, trades and project management services for large civil construction, subdivision, and excavation projects. Located in Penticton, B.C., they are an excellent choice for small residential projects or larger commercial development.
Planning is key when preparing a site for construction
September 06, 2021 - 9:00 AM
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Large excavation companies know that when it comes to site prep, it pays to not only be prepared but also to know what you are getting into. That’s why having an expert company do the work is a good idea. They have both the knowledge and the equipment to get the job done safely and on budget.
TwinCon Enterprises - your excavation expert
August 02, 2021 - 8:00 AM
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When it comes to excavation, civil construction, subdivision development and earthworks, TwinCon Enterprises has you covered. The Penticton-based company, with its large inventory of heavy equipment, can get your job done no matter the challenges.
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iN RESPONSE: Readers have their say
Following are emailed reader responses to stories or letters to the editor for the third week of April 2024. They have been edited slightly for readability. Got something you want to add? Send an email to editor Marshall Jones at mjo

Fruit packers near Kelowna fined another $78,000
A fruit packing plant in the Ellison area east of Kelowna was hit with another $78,368 in fines for discharging effluent into a failed septic field. That’s now more than $110,000 in fines since 2022 for the same issue at Sandher Fruit

Advocacy group calls on Vancouver to 'embrace' cannabis tourism after 4-20 'debacle'
VANCOUVER - The head of a B.C. cannabis growers group says the City of Vancouver's choice to discourage instead of sanction a marijuana celebration over the weekend was a costly "missed opportunity." The BC Craft Farmers Co-Op

Tranquille developer blames province after multiple ALC denials
The province's Agricultural Land Commission has heard multiple pleas from the owner of a historic Kamloops property who wants to build an agricultural suburb on the massive site. Each time Ignition Developments goes to the commission, i

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Crown seeks 5 years prison for Kelowna man who distributed video of him raping young girl
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RCMP launch murder investigation after body discovered near Big White
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