News Items tag as: UBCO 2019

Okanagan researchers headed to Hawaii for Mars simulation
November 26, 2019 - 1:00 PM

A team of Canadian researchers is headed to a simulated Mars habitat on Hawaii’s Mauna Loa at the end of the month, and among their ranks are some locals.
Thinking outside council chambers: Kelowna to hold council meeting at UBCO
September 13, 2019 - 10:15 AM

KELOWNA - Kelowna city councillors plan to exit their comfort zone in November and hold a council meeting at the UBC Okanagan campus.
UBCO researchers dive into the science of wine
August 12, 2019 - 8:00 AM
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KELOWNA - Understanding the nuances of a great pinot noir isn't just about swishing, swirling and imbibing all day — but it helps.
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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

Pennsylvania House advances bill legalizing recreational marijuana
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvanians 21 or older would be allowed to legally purchase and use marijuana under a bill that passed the state House on Wednesday, the first time a recreational cannabis proposal has been approved by either legi

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

Okanagan researchers headed to Hawaii for Mars simulation