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Online public input on Coldstream financial plan due by Friday
Coldstream residents wishing to have their say in how the municipality spends its money have just a short period remaining to provide input online.The District of Coldstream will stop taking public in...
Jan 22, 2026
Big Boeing Dreamliner to break YLW record Saturday
A unique happening is set for Kelowna International Airport which will welcome its largest ever commercial passenger plane on Saturday. An empty Air Canada Boeing 787-900 Dreamliner will arrive around...
Jan 22, 2026
Old chairlifts installed at Vernon's new roundabout
Two old chairlift seats have been hung above the new roundabout.The seats, donated by SilverStar Mountain Resort along with some financial contributions, have been installed above the new traffic cont...
Jan 22, 2026
"Gentle population growth" puts less strain on services: Vernon Mayor
The population of Greater Vernon saw one of its lowest annual increases in more than a decade, but the Mayor of Vernon said that was easier to manage than a sudden influx of people.Statistics Canada s...
Jan 22, 2026
UBC Okanagan researchers develop wearable brace to reduce hand tremors
Researchers at UBC Okanagan have unveiled a new wearable brace designed to help people with uncontrolled hand tremors.The lightweight device works without motors, batteries or surgery, making it more ...
Jan 22, 2026
Vernon Winter Carnival calls for more volunteers to sign up
A call has been put out to have more people donate their time for the annual winter celebration.Vernon Winter Carnival said hundreds of volunteers are needed to ensure the dozens of events that take p...
Jan 22, 2026
West Kelowna RCMP seize firearms, drugs in major raid
West Kelowna RCMP say a major raid earlier this week has uncovered a significant cache of firearms and drugs.Officers executed a search at a Minehill Drive residence on Tuesday. During the operation, ...
Jan 22, 2026
VSAR members wrap up special mountain training
Vernon Search and Rescue's (VSAR) Members in Training had a cold, wet weekend as they wrapped up a key training program.VSAR said in a social media post that the trainees (MITs) went into the mountain...
Jan 22, 2026
New YLW departures lounge and security area to open next week
Kelowna International Airport is set for a major milestone.The new departures lounge and security screening checkpoint will open to travellers beginning next Wednesday, Jan. 28.The expansion adds 5,59...
Jan 21, 2026
Sterile insect program helped protect Okanagan orchards, but more can be done
The agency that helps protect apple, pear and fruit growers from codling moth infestations said 2025 was a good year, but did fall a bit short of their target.The Okanagan Sterile Insect Program board...
Jan 21, 2026
