Category Archives: (Portal – Vernon Matters) Kelowna
Iginla rises to top of WHL crop
Kelowna Rockets forward Tij Iginla has been named the Western Hockey League’s Player of the Week. The 17-year-old centre collected 3 goals and 6 assists in four games, and contributed to all thr...
Dec 18, 2023
How to reduce holiday stress: CMHA Vernon provides advice
The holiday season can be a time of joy for many people, but for others, it’s not so merry and can lead to increased feelings of grief, anxiety, and depression. With that in mind, the Vernon bra...
Dec 18, 2023
Alzheimer’s Society encourages residents to ‘challenge dementia stigma’
A regional campaign has been launched to support people living with dementia, and to help educate people on the ailment. With Alzheimer’s Awareness Month kicking off January 2, 2024, the Alzheim...
Dec 18, 2023
Five vehicles impounded in six days
Lake Country RCMP are reminding area residents that they are not taking the holidays off. In fact, in six days, they took five cars off the road, four for impaired driving and one for excessive speedi...
Dec 18, 2023
‘The devil is always in the details’: MP has concerns with national dental plan
The Member of Parliament for the North Okanagan-Shuswap said he needs to see more details on the federal government’s new national dental plan which he says could have negative impacts for some ...
Dec 18, 2023
Earthquakes Canada receives hundreds of reports in B.C. after 4.9 magnitude quake
Earthquakes Canada says a 4.9 magnitude earthquake was recorded Sunday afternoon and public reports poured in from hundreds of kilometres away from the event’s epicentre. John Cassidy, a seismol...
Dec 17, 2023
Holiday hints to keep your pets safe
The holidays can be a magical time for the whole family including our fur babies, but with a number of new things being introduced to our homes, it can also be a dangerous time, especially for kittens...
Dec 16, 2023
Community recognized for fire reduction efforts
Residents in a neighbourhood along Westside Road have been acknowledged for their work to reduce the wildfire threat in their community. FireSmart Canada has recognized Shelter Cove as part of the Nei...
Dec 15, 2023
COVID-19 cases climbing in Interior, B.C.
Cases of COVID-19 have increased regionally and provincially on a weekly basis. The B.C. Centre for Disease Control’s (BCCDC) weekly update stated there were 101 cases of the virus in the Interi...
Dec 15, 2023
Direct flights between YLW and Seattle return
Direct flights between Kelowna International Airport (YLW) and the Seattle-Tacoma Airport (SEA) on Alaska Airlines have resumed after being curtailed earlier this year. The airline is offering non-sto...
Dec 15, 2023