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Water board wants more control over what people do in watersheds
July 10, 2015 - 9:00 PM

OKANAGAN - In an effort to put a stop to mud-bogging and pit toilets near reservoirs, the local water board is supporting a call for greater control over source watersheds.
West Kelowna mom raises funds to give more parents of stillborn babies a few extra days together
July 10, 2015 - 8:00 PM

THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – A West Kelowna woman who lost her baby shortly before giving birth to him has successfully raised enough money to bring a device to Kelowna General Hospital that will give other parents going through the same thing a little bit of comfort.
No fishing in several South Okanagan rivers and streams this summer
July 10, 2015 - 6:30 PM

PENTICTON – Fans of fishing across the province will be disappointed to learn that as of July 15 they will no longer be permitted to fish many rivers and streams in the South Okanagan this summer due to low flows and warming water temperatures.
Community celebration at Kal Beach in Vernon a hit
July 10, 2015 - 4:33 PM

VERNON - It was a beach party to remember.
Police confirm identity of Black Mountain murder victim but still no arrests
July 10, 2015 - 3:27 PM

KELOWNA – RCMP have confirmed the identity of the man found murdered in his home on Black Mountain earlier this week.
Coffee, creativity and a cause come together at Vernon coffee shop
July 10, 2015 - 2:30 PM

VERNON - Maybe you come for the coffee. Maybe the atmosphere. Maybe the constantly changing art. And this month, you might come to Vernon’s Bean Scene Coffee House to show your community spirit.
Midnight boat crash on Kal Lake
July 10, 2015 - 11:50 AM

VERNON - Two people were left with serious injuries following a midnight boat crash on Kalamalka Lake yesterday, July 9.
Three local fighters take centre stage in UFC next week
July 10, 2015 - 10:46 AM

KELOWNA – It’s a huge week ahead for Kelowna fans of the UFC.
Police watchdog looking for witnesses to Shuswap shooting
July 10, 2015 - 8:55 AM

SALMON ARM - B.C.’s police watchdog is asking for anyone who witnessed a shooting involving an officer in the Salmon Arm area to come forward.
Reprieve following record day for Okanagan
July 10, 2015 - 8:30 AM

OKANAGAN - After another record-setting day the Okanagan we may finally see a break in the blistering heat and it will likely bring some rain as well.
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Okanagan apples returning to market amid adversity
A year after the BC Tree Fruit Cooperative closed down, orchardists in the Okanagan are quietly optimistic about this year's apple harvest. It's been a bumper year for cherries , and peaches and apricots are back on track . And no

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Penticton property owners facing $33M bill for new water system fight back
The spokesperson for the Sage Mesa Water Users Group didn't pull any verbal punches when discussing the fear, anxiety and anger that has spread amongst 240 property owners facing massive water bills for decades as a potential $33-million debt

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