News Items tag as: PNAUG2020

Restriction order removed for Skaha Bluffs climbing area near Christie Mountain wildfire
September 04, 2020 - 12:20 PM

The B.C. Wildfire Service is rescinding an area restriction order that was put in place to prevent the public from accessing the Skaha Bluffs climbing area while the Christie Mountain wildfire remained a threat.
The ambience, the nostalgia and oh so tasty: How Tickleberry's keeps them coming back
September 03, 2020 - 6:30 AM
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A lot of ingredient go into the making of a successful ice cream shop – including, of course, the ice cream itself.
Kelowna-based firefighter has to write off truck stolen from him
August 31, 2020 - 12:45 PM

Connor Callaghan has been on a roller coaster of emotions over the last couple of weeks.
UPDATE: Rain helps Christie Mountain firefighting efforts
August 31, 2020 - 11:01 AM

Rain helped dampen the fire activity on the Christie Mountain wildfire last night.
Trails around Christie Mountain wildfire still off limits, officials warn
August 30, 2020 - 4:14 PM

The Christie Mountain Wildfire isn't the threat it was just weeks ago, but it's still burning and people need to be mindful of crews working to snuff out what's left.
Christie Mountain wildfire tracking into accessible area, still being held
August 29, 2020 - 11:35 AM

The Christie Mountain wildfire is still going and in the latest up from the B.C. Wildfire Service, it said crews are currently dealing with an excursion on the eastern flank.
Hoodoo Adventures second Penticton business to make Tripadvisor list
August 29, 2020 - 6:00 AM

A second Penticton company has won a TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice award.
Hiker rescued from Peachland's Pincushion Mountain
August 28, 2020 - 4:51 PM

Penticton Search and Rescue were called to rescue a woman hiking on Pincushion Mountain near Peachland this afternoon.
Dusting of mountaintop snow possible as temperatures drop, just in time for the weekend
August 28, 2020 - 1:00 PM

Kamloops and Okanagan residents may want to enjoy today’s sunshine and warm temperatures because the weekend will feel a lot more fall-like.
Last two daily newspapers in Okanagan will now be printed in Vancouver
August 28, 2020 - 12:01 PM

The last editions of the Kelowna Daily Courier and Penticton Herald to be printed in Kelowna was delivered to homes and stores today.
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Iconic Penticton Peach concession stand back in local hands
After a few years with an out-of-town operator, The Peach concession stand in Penticton has a local one. Ice cream and sweets shop Tickleberry’s is going to be operating the stand this summer as well as the Skaha Main concession stand

Cayman Islands votes for Parliament seats and holds a referendum on possessing marijuana
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The Cayman Islands are holding general elections on Wednesday, with voters choosing candidates from a record three parties vying for seats in Parliament. Two parties were created ahead of the elections: th

New short-term rental bylaw means some in Kamloops may not be available
New licensing rules are putting pressure on Kamloops homeowners hosting short-term rentals, and some may not be allowed any longer. A new bylaw will require hosts get business licenses, bringing Kamloops in line with similar restrictions ac

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