News Items tag as: Thompson Okanagan news

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.
Heat, drought forces province to issue new fish protection orders in Thompson-Okanagan
August 16, 2023 - 4:01 PM

Effective Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023, approximately 398 surface and groundwater licence holders in the lower Salmon River and Bessette Creek area must stop using water for forage crops, including grass for hay, alfalfa and forage corn.
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iN RESPONSE: Readers have their say
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West Kelowna farm selling thousands of apples after fruit packers closure
Paynter’s farm is staying open later into the season to help move thousands of pounds of apples from local farmers after the BC Tree Fruits Cooperative shut down earlier this year. Jennay Oliver, Paynter’s farm owner and operato

Penticton 'potio' smoking lounge blazing a trail for cannabis tourism
A dispensary in Penticton made its patio into a pot smoking lounge, and its success could turn a new leaf for the cannabis industry in the Okanagan. Back in February the BC government permitted smoking pot anywhere you’re allowed to s

Survey finds huge majority of British Columbians say homeownership now a luxury
A survey from Habitat for Humanity Canada shows 87 per cent of British Columbians view homeownership as a luxury. The online survey conducted by Leger for the non-profit asked 1,500 Canadians a range of questions about the housing cri

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