News Items tag as: PNDEC2021

Nine homicides in Kamloops, Okanagan in 2021; most remain unsolved
January 02, 2022 - 7:00 AM

2021 will be remembered for many reasons, but for dozens of Kamloops and Okanagan families, it will be remembered as the year a loved one was killed and most of them remain mysteries.
How Penticton's homeless people cope at -20 C at night
January 02, 2022 - 6:00 AM

When temperatures reach extreme lows in the City of Penticton, 16 extra cots become available to homeless people, but they reached capacity during this week’s cold spell.
Some Okanagan New Year's polar bear swims return
January 01, 2022 - 8:00 AM

New Year's Day polar bear swims were left out in the cold due to public health orders last year. In 2022, select cold plunges in the Okanagan and Shuswap are back for an in-person dips.
Hummingbird helpers in southern B.C. having tough week thanks to frigid weather
December 31, 2021 - 7:00 AM

Hummingbirds can live year-round in the Okanagan but only near committed bird-loving homeowners – and currently they're battling the elements to keep their feeders from freezing amid the year-end cold spell.
Select New Year’s Eve celebrations still a go throughout Thompson-Okanagan
December 31, 2021 - 6:00 AM
iNwine

If you are hoping to celebrate the new year by attending a major event like a fireworks display, there are only few options throughout the Thompson-Okanagan.
First severe flooding now ice jams threaten homes in rural Princeton, Keremeos
December 30, 2021 - 11:00 AM

A month ago the Similkameen River spilled its banks causing severe flooding in Princeton and Keremeos, and now ice jams are threatening people's homes once again.
Colour added to frozen waterfall along South Okanagan highway
December 29, 2021 - 9:00 PM

Motorists travelling through the South Okanagan get to enjoy a colourful treat every winter thanks to an artist who doesn’t sign their work.
B.C. Wildfire recruiting crew members for upcoming wildfire season
December 29, 2021 - 6:30 AM

Looking for a job this summer? The B.C. Wildfire Service is now accepting applications for fire crew member positions for the upcoming season.
Development plans for Peachland RV park coming into focus
December 27, 2021 - 6:00 PM

Peachland residents are getting some of their first looks at a new beachfront development.
Why these Okanagan cafes are creating unique hot chocolates
December 27, 2021 - 6:00 AM
iNwine

The first annual Okanagan Hot Chocolate Festival is giving hot chocolate lovers an opportunity to enjoy local gourmet, specialty drinks all while supporting a local charity.
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La Terrazza owner charged with defrauding Penticton winery
The business partner of a Penticton winery has been charged with defrauding the business. Restaurateur and business partner Giulio Miceli is scheduled to appear in a Penticton courthouse, Aug. 13, facing a single charge of defrauding the Pl

In Kenya's capital, a new Rastafari temple shows the movement's endurance
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — At a recent opening of the newest Rastafari place of worship just outside Kenya’s capital, some of the faithful gathered to sing rhythmic songs, read Scripture and exchange teachings on the appropriate way to liv

More people left Thompson-Okanagan to other provinces in 2024 than arrived
The Thompson-Okanagan region had its slowest year of population growth in more than a decade last year. According to a report released by the Chartered Professional Accountants of BC, between July 1, 2023 and July 1, 2024, more than 9,200 p

News Items tag as: PNDEC2021

Nine homicides in Kamloops, Okanagan in 2021; most remain unsolved

How Penticton's homeless people cope at -20 C at night

Some Okanagan New Year's polar bear swims return

Hummingbird helpers in southern B.C. having tough week thanks to frigid weather

Select New Year’s Eve celebrations still a go throughout Thompson-Okanagan

First severe flooding now ice jams threaten homes in rural Princeton, Keremeos

Colour added to frozen waterfall along South Okanagan highway

B.C. Wildfire recruiting crew members for upcoming wildfire season

Development plans for Peachland RV park coming into focus

Why these Okanagan cafes are creating unique hot chocolates

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