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Seven wineries to visit in the Okanagan and Kamloops this spring
February 23, 2025 - 6:00 AM
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The Okanagan is known for, above all else, being a top wine producing region in British Columbia.
West Kelowna passes Penticton to become Thompson-Okanagan’s 4th largest city
January 30, 2024 - 4:30 PM

A growth spurt in West Kelowna in the past year has pushed it ahead of Penticton in terms of population.
Trumpeter swan rescued in North Okanagan had yet to migrate south
December 07, 2023 - 7:00 PM

The trumpeter swan can be seen throughout the Okanagan. With its striking black and white colouring, not only is it arguably one of the prettiest birds in the region, but it is also one of the most protected.
Snowfall alerts for Coquihalla and Trans-Canada highways
December 03, 2023 - 9:30 AM
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A snowfall alert has been issued today, Dec. 3. Heavy snow is expected to continue all day potentially causing dangerous driving conditions on the Coquihalla and Trans-Canada highways.
Everything you need to know about raccoons in the Thompson-Okanagan
November 26, 2023 - 7:00 AM

Whether you refer to them as raccoons, masked bandits or trash pandas, these little critters are known across the continent for their craftiness and deceptively cute appearance.
Charities in Kamloops, Okanagan already spreading Christmas cheer
November 23, 2023 - 6:00 PM

As the Christmas lights and decorations go up, charities throughout the Thompson-Okanagan region are looking for your help to make the season bright for all.
Not into skiing? Try these other outdoor Thompson-Okanagan winter activities
November 19, 2023 - 6:00 AM

With winter fast approaching and the days getting shorter, some fun in the snow might just be what the doctor ordered to help us get through the colder, darker months.
Unemployment rate falls in Okanagan, Kamloops but it’s not a good thing
November 15, 2023 - 3:30 PM

The unemployment rate fell last month in the Thompson-Okanagan but the drop is more of a reflection of the region’s shrinking workforce than a booming economy.
Why BC deer would also vote to never change clocks again
November 13, 2023 - 7:00 AM

Shifting the clocks every year may spare us another hour of sunshine each morning, but it can be bad news for wandering deer at rush hour.
How Okanagan land acknowledgements could be more meaningful
November 12, 2023 - 6:00 AM

Land acknowledgements have become common practice in the Okanagan.
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Supply of locally grown turkeys limited in Okanagan, Kamloops this year
Anyone wanting a fresh, free range turkey for Thanksgiving or Christmas this year might want to get their orders in with local farmers while supplies last. Karen Smith of North Valley Farm in Salmon Arm is fielding orders for her birds, wit

Penticton 'potio' weed lounge going strong despite stifling regulations
A cozy, clean patio with picnic tables where Penticton’s potheads can gather outside a dispensary to get stoned is a surprisingly rare space. As of February 2024 cannabis shops in BC could have outdoor lounges for people to smoke, but

Central Okanagan real estate sales still lagging after busiest August in 4 years
Real estate sales in the Central Okanagan are still 25% below the decade average, but it was still the busiest August in four years. The Rennie Advance real estate analysis report shows that single-family home sales were up 9% over August 2

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