News Items tag as: VNJUL2018

Here's what a hectare really looks like
August 15, 2021 - 12:03 PM

When we talk about the size of a forest fire, we usually talk in hectares. But just how big is a hectare anyways?
Motorcycle crash leaves one dead near Needles Ferry
July 31, 2018 - 4:15 PM

A motorcyclist has died and another biker was airlifted to hospital following a collision on Highway 6, just east of the Needles Ferry yesterday afternoon.
Kamloops gas price rises, but still cheapest in region
July 31, 2018 - 12:30 PM

Drivers filling up their fuel tanks in Kamloops today will see a noticeable difference since yesterday as the price of gas jumped three-and-a-half cents overnight.
Interior cities plunge in Maclean's best Canadian cities ranking
July 31, 2018 - 11:42 AM

The Southern Interior’s major cities have all plunged in Maclean's annual ranking of the best places to live in Canada, by MoneySense writer Claire Brownell.
Why Mars looks brighter in the night sky
July 31, 2018 - 11:30 AM

Stargazers are in for a treat tonight.
Cycling 101: How to use Vernon's new cycle tracks, multi-use pathways and elephant feet crossings
July 30, 2018 - 9:00 PM

VERNON - You might have noticed that Vernon has some spiffy new cycling infrastructure — but do you know how to use it?
Vernon councillor grills Interior Health on claim that 99 per cent of needles are disposed of properly
July 30, 2018 - 6:30 PM

VERNON - A Vernon city councillor says Interior Health’s claim that it properly disposes of 99 per cent of needles is misleading and suggests they change it.
Campaign to buy wagons for Vernon's homeless hits its target
July 30, 2018 - 5:03 PM

VERNON - A Gofundme page set up to purchase wagons for homeless people following the city's ban on shopping carts has hit its $1,000 target in less than four days.
Illegal campers may have sparked weekend wildfire near Vernon
July 30, 2018 - 4:00 PM

VERNON - A small wildlife that burned north of Vernon on Saturday afternoon may have been caused by illegal campers.
Vernon task force chair 'considering' running for mayor
July 30, 2018 - 2:05 PM

VERNON - Until recently the name Darrin Taylor wasn't well known in the city of Vernon.
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iN DISCUSSION: Don't rush charges for Kelowna crane collapse
This is where cold facts yield to the hottest of takes. Here you'll find reader responses to stories and newsletter editorials, or letters to the editor for the week of June 30. They may have been edited slightly for readability. The op

iN PHOTOS: Six delicious berries growing in Okanagan, Kamloops
There are numerous kinds of juicy berries growing in Kamloops and the Okanagan in early summer each with bright colours, unique flavours and packed with nutrients. While some berries like raspberries are more common to find growing in garde

Texas governor calls for special session after vetoing a bill to ban THC-infused goods
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed a bill that would have banned consumable hemp products containing THC ingredients in the state, but said he's open to lawmakers passing a new effort to regulate what has become a boomin

Kootenay woman upset by deer cull sues realtor for 'misleading' her about neighbourhood
An Invermere woman who attempted to sue her real estate agent because she didn't like her neighbours or the fact that the town was culling deer has been ordered to pay special costs because of her behaviour over the seven years of litigation.

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