News Items tag as: PNAPR1415

Mussels with wings; the new front in the battle against invasive species
April 24, 2015 - 8:34 AM

THOMPSON-OKANAGAN - The defensive war on invasive mussels hitching a ride into British Columbia’s lakes and rivers via recreational boats has just begun but there’s already talk of opening up a new front — float planes.
Community Arts Society rooftop party
April 14, 2015 - 4:30 PM

PENTICTON - The Penmar Community Arts Society will be holding a Rooftop Party Wednesday, April 15, from 5 - 7 p.m.
Council delays legal action against property owners
April 14, 2015 - 2:28 PM

PENTICTON - Two property owners have been given two more weeks to resolve their issues before the city against takes legal action against both of them.
More snow on Interior highways
April 14, 2015 - 7:55 AM

THOMPSON-OKANAGAN - After more than 30 centimetres of snow fell on some Interior highways this past weekend, the white stuff continues to fall.
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iN DISCUSSION: Don't rush charges for Kelowna crane collapse
This is where cold facts yield to the hottest of takes. Here you'll find reader responses to stories and newsletter editorials, or letters to the editor for the week of June 30. They may have been edited slightly for readability. The op

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.

Mussels with wings; the new front in the battle against invasive species