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New Product Report: MEGCRETe Engineered Sheathing
September 22, 2024 - 8:00 AM
Business Spotlight

Across the Okanagan, structures that have been damaged by wildfire and flooding need to be rebuilt. It should come as no surprise the BC construction industry has been actively looking for ways to improve exterior covering materials. That drive for change has produced exciting innovations, including a new product catching the eye of builders and homeowners.
River City Countertops Has The Okanagan Covered!
June 17, 2024 - 5:30 AM
Business Spotlight

River City Countertops started in Kamloops but has now expanded to Penticton, BC to better serve clients across the South Okanagan. Owner Eduard Steiger has family ties across the Valley and understands the challenges of finding quality work in smaller communities.
BNA swallows old Flashbacks nightclub in downtown Kelowna
November 14, 2017 - 4:32 PM

KELOWNA - The last vestiges of a downtown Kelowna icon — the old Flashbacks nightclub — is disappearing as another hotspot expands into its space.
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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

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UPDATE: Kamloops-Thompson school district superintendent resigns
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Kamloops killer found not criminally responsible due to mental illness
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iN VIDEO: Bumblebee colony makes nest in Kamloops shed
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Woman waiting to plead guilty at Vernon courthouse goes on the run
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Top News - Penticton, South Okanagan & Similkameen Areas

New Product Report: MEGCRETe Engineered Sheathing

River City Countertops Has The Okanagan Covered!

BNA swallows old Flashbacks nightclub in downtown Kelowna

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