News Items tag as: Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen

Controversial South Okanagan compost facility goes to public hearing
October 03, 2023 - 12:07 PM

Local residents are expected to take their fight against a controversial proposed compost facility in the South Okanagan to a public hearing tomorrow.
Running for municipal office? Outgoing politicians in Okanagan, Kamloops have some wisdom to share
September 08, 2022 - 6:00 AM

Anybody who thinks they can step into public office and rule with an iron fist needs to know there are systems to follow, and some veterans in Kamloops and the Okanagan have some lessons to share.
'Community Champions' sought out to relay vital emergency info in South Okanagan
August 14, 2022 - 3:28 PM

The Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen will be deputizing trustworthy residents to sift through the misinformation during wildfires and other local emergencies.
New alert system in RDOS coincided with flooding
December 04, 2021 - 11:34 AM

The Regional District of the Okanagan Similkameen was in the process of transitioning over to a new mass notification system just as the Town of Princeton was dealing with severe flooding.
Evacuation alert issued due to flooding southwest of Princeton, along Highway 3
November 20, 2021 - 11:33 AM

The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen has issued an evacuation alert for one of its electoral areas southwest of Princeton due to flooding.
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iN DISCUSSION: 'Bizarre' HRT decision 'should be appealed'
Here you'll find reader responses to stories, letters to the editor and newsletter editorials, or letters to the editor for the week. They may have been edited slightly for readability. RE: Friday, July 30 newsletter editorial about

Fun festivals for foodies in Okanagan, Kamloops
Foodies in Kamloops and the Okanagan might want to mark their calendars for some unique upcoming festivals in the region celebrating pickles, garlic, tomatoes and hot peppers. The inaugural Farmstrong Cider Pickle Festival in Armstrong ki

What it’s like for Kelowna magic mushroom business operating outside the law
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iN VIDEO: Peek inside these homes for the ultra-wealthy for sale in Kelowna
While many people in Kelowna are struggling to pay their rent or mortgage, the ultra-wealthy are perusing listings like these luxurious mansions where a sports car has more living space than a nuclear family. Harrison Peers is a real estate

Controversial South Okanagan compost facility goes to public hearing