Category Archives: (Portal – Vernon Matters) Kelowna
Drug alert issued in Kelowna
Interior Health has issued a drug alert after identifying a substance with high fentanyl concentrations in Kelowna. The health authority said the drug, which resembles black chunks and is sold as a &#...
May 26, 2023
Gas prices jump by more than 10 cents
Motorists are paying more for gas in the Okanagan and other parts of the country today. Analysts say it’s due to factors like the wildfires in Alberta, a slowing economy and potential pressures ...
May 26, 2023
Chamber raises funds for charities and UBCO Heat
The Kelowna Chamber helped raise more than $3,500 for good causes, and delivered a sunny day to 144 golfers, 24 sponsors and media sponsors at its 38th annual golf tournament. Dan Price, president of ...
May 25, 2023
Rebates offered for new e-bike purchases
The B.C. government is making it easier for residents to buy an electric bike. Starting June 1, rebates on the purchase of an approved e-bike will be available to B.C. residents older than 19 and will...
May 25, 2023
Crews put final touches on Sandman Centre for Memorial Cup
The wait is almost over for junior hockey fans in Kamloops. On Friday night, the Sandman Centre will be packed to the rafters with fans, as the Memorial Cup gets underway. The opening game will see th...
May 25, 2023
Evacuation order lifted for Parker Cove
After more than 20 days under an evacuation order, residents affected by the flooding of Whiteman’s Creek are able to return to their homes. The Okanagan Indian Band rescinded the evacuation ord...
May 25, 2023
Boil water notice downgraded for Killiney Beach system
The Regional District of Central Okanagan has downgraded a precautionary Boil Water Notice issued May 9 to a Water Quality Advisory for all customers of the Killiney Beach water system. The notice aff...
May 25, 2023
Music icon Tina Turner dies
Tina Turner, the unstoppable singer and stage performer who teamed with husband Ike Turner for a dynamic run of hit records and live shows in the 1960s and '70s and survived her horrifying marriage to...
May 24, 2023
Highway Patrol celebrates 150th anniversary of RCMP with festive safety checks
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police are celebrating their 150th anniversary today (May 23), and the BC Highway Patrol is inviting drivers to help them celebrate at one of their ‘festive’ roa...
May 23, 2023
Dog ambassadors provide friendly advice at parks
Wherever you find dogs in the Central Okanagan, you'll find Kaia and Nolan this summer. They're dog ambassadors and they're looking forward to meeting pet parents and their pooches alike. As dog ambas...
May 23, 2023