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Prohibited driver arrested and charged in Kelowna
A routine traffic stop in a Kelowna school zone led to the arrest of a man wanted on multiple charges and warrants.Kelowna RCMP were conducting proactive speed enforcement on Springfield Road at about...
Jan 9, 2026
Regional unemployment declines after hitting near record high
The regional unemployment rate has plateaued and started its decline after hitting near-record highs in the past few months.In the monthly Labour Force Survey report, Statistics Canada said the Thomps...
Jan 9, 2026
Traffic enforcement nets multiple tickets and arrests
The targeted traffic enforcement operation took place on Enterprise Way near Banks Road and led to several tickets and arrests, according to Kelowna RCMP.On Jan. 6, officers from the Kelowna Municipal...
Jan 9, 2026
YLW generated over $2 billion in 2024
A new report shows the significant economic impact of Kelowna International Airport.The report - based on 2024 data - shows a total economic output of over $2-billion for that year.The previous such r...
Jan 8, 2026
Kelowna set to request exemption from provincial short term rental rules
The City of Kelowna has formally signalled its move to apply for an exemption from the Provincial Government's Short Term Rental Accommodation Act.That's because the vacancy rate has swelled beyond th...
Jan 8, 2026
Former Vernon doctor found guilty of sexual assault granted full parole
A former Vernon doctor who was found guilty of sexual assault has been released from custody.Peter Inkpen was charged with three counts of sexual assault that occurred between 2018 and 2020.In Februar...
Jan 8, 2026
Pilot program offering after-school transportation for local students
A new program is available to help local high school students get to their extracurricular activities.The Vernon-based non-profit, Get2Thr!, has partnered with local ride-sharing companies and Fulton ...
Jan 8, 2026
One person rescued from Okanagan Lake Wednesday evening
First responders were called out to a drowning rescue shortly after nightfall Wednesday.Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) said it responded to Okanagan Lake near Paddlewheel Park for a distressed per...
Jan 8, 2026
Rockets surge past Tri-City as momentum builds toward Memorial Cup
The Kelowna Rockets are heating up at exactly the right time.Kelowna powered past the Tri-City Americans 5-2 on Wednesday night at Prospera Place, fueled by the return of World Junior stars Tij Iginla...
Jan 8, 2026
Break and enters drop in Kelowna while social disorder calls rise, RCMP reports
Despite claims from downtown business owners to the contrary, Kelowna RCMP is reporting a decrease in break and enters in the downtown area.New numbers released Thursday suggest 12 reported break and ...
Jan 8, 2026
