News Items tag as: Holidays

iN PHOTOS: Crowds celebrate Vaisakhi at Kelowna parade
April 27, 2024 - 4:30 PM

Spirits were high as rain fell on the Vaisakhi parade in Kelowna.
LEAP YEAR: Everything you need to know about February's extra day
February 28, 2024 - 7:30 AM

For all those who feel the Leap Year is a great reason to celebrate should be prepared for a long, long drive to truly celebrate.
Survey says eggnog the holiday beverage of choice in BC
December 13, 2023 - 2:50 PM
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Not everyone will agree, and it may even spark arguments, but according to a recent survey, British Columbians say egg nog is their holiday beverage of choice.
Holiday markets in full swing in downtown Kelowna today
December 02, 2023 - 12:30 PM

Two big holiday markets are bustling today, Dec. 2., in downtown Kelowna.
Penticton unveiling huge holiday light tunnel
December 02, 2023 - 8:00 AM

Penticton is setting up a massive light tunnel as part of its holiday events.
Flying out of YLW for the holidays? Here’s what you need to know
December 16, 2021 - 7:00 AM

The Kelowna International Airport is encouraging anyone travelling by air over the holidays to ensure they are prepared for the trip.
Surviving the Christmas season without losing your mind
December 24, 2019 - 12:00 PM

The Christmas holiday season is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but the pressure of social commitments, shopping for presents and the expectations about creating the perfect Christmas for family and friends can take their toll.
Here's how you can help Kamloops's homeless community this Christmas
December 21, 2018 - 12:15 PM

KAMLOOPS - With Christmas right around the corner, several organizations supporting the city's homeless and less fortunate population are getting ready for the holidays and are looking for some extra help and donations.
iN PHOTOS: Thanksgiving long weekend
October 09, 2017 - 2:30 PM

THOMPSON OKANAGAN - It is Thanksgiving day and people are enjoying their holiday.
How to avoid salmonella poisoning during the Thanksgiving feast
October 10, 2015 - 9:30 AM

THOMPSON-OKANAGAN - It's that time of year when families gather to share a turkey feast so here's some tips to make sure festivities remain salmonella-free.
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iN RESPONSE: Readers have their say
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West Kelowna farm selling thousands of apples after fruit packers closure
Paynter’s farm is staying open later into the season to help move thousands of pounds of apples from local farmers after the BC Tree Fruits Cooperative shut down earlier this year. Jennay Oliver, Paynter’s farm owner and operato

Kentucky to help connect patients with medical providers as part of its medical cannabis program
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky will offer an online directory to help connect patients with medical providers as it prepares for the start of its medical cannabis program in 2025, Gov. Andy Beshear said Thursday. So far, 154 doctors a

Survey finds huge majority of British Columbians say homeownership now a luxury
A survey from Habitat for Humanity Canada shows 87 per cent of British Columbians view homeownership as a luxury. The online survey conducted by Leger for the non-profit asked 1,500 Canadians a range of questions about the housing cri

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