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Okanagan Valley Wide: Fire protection - Video
There are several things you can do to protect your home and property from fires.
There are several things you can do to protect your home and property from fires.
Central Okanagan: Fire Breaks out in Myra Canyon - Video
A campfire that wasn't properly put out is blamed for a wild fire in East Kelowna.
A campfire that wasn't properly put out is blamed for a wild fire in East Kelowna.
North Okanagan: Funtastic cash - Video
A North Okanagan sporting event continues to inject cash into community projects.
A North Okanagan sporting event continues to inject cash into community projects.
North Okanagan: Fire burns near Lumby - Video
Forestry crews are busy fighting the Harris creek fire, which broke out 30 kilomters south-east of Lumby.
Forestry crews are busy fighting the Harris creek fire, which broke out 30 kilomters south-east of Lumby.
Central Okanagan:
The BC Summer Games begin Thursday in Kelowna.
The BC Summer Games begin Thursday in Kelowna.
Surrey homeless man wants seized dog released
The SPCA in Surrey, B.C., has seized a homeless man's dog because it bit a stranger - but the dog's owner says his pet was just trying to protect him.
The SPCA in Surrey, B.C., has seized a homeless man's dog because it bit a stranger - but the dog's owner says his pet was just trying to protect him.
Campfire started Gallaghers Canyon blaze
few hours before the fire that the hazard rating had gone to extreme in most areas of the Okanagan. The release also cautioned campers to be careful with their fires. A video of the fire is now on The Daily Courier?s website at kelownadailycourier.ca.
few hours before the fire that the hazard rating had gone to extreme in most areas of the Okanagan. The release also cautioned campers to be careful with their fires. A video of the fire is now on The Daily Courier?s website at kelownadailycourier.ca.
Contest includes short fiction and poetry writing
... St. Wednesdays starting at 7 p.m. For more details see: http://www.newmanandnewman.ca/films/ Roots and Blues The Salmon Arm Roots and Blues will be held Aug. 15-17. For ticket information contact: 250-833-4096 or email: info@rootsandblues.ca or ...
... St. Wednesdays starting at 7 p.m. For more details see: http://www.newmanandnewman.ca/films/ Roots and Blues The Salmon Arm Roots and Blues will be held Aug. 15-17. For ticket information contact: 250-833-4096 or email: info@rootsandblues.ca or ...
World Champion - Video
An Okanagan family dynasty has led to yet another world championship.
An Okanagan family dynasty has led to yet another world championship.
Divers search for body - Video
search and rescue teams trying to recover the body of a Vernon man believed to have drowned in Okanagan lake.
search and rescue teams trying to recover the body of a Vernon man believed to have drowned in Okanagan lake.
Wci Seeks Feedback On Draft Cap-and-trade Proposal
VICTORIA – The partners of the Western Climate Initiative (WCI) released a draft design today for a regional cap-and-trade program to reduce the greenhouse gases that cause global warming.
VICTORIA – The partners of the Western Climate Initiative (WCI) released a draft design today for a regional cap-and-trade program to reduce the greenhouse gases that cause global warming.
Fires Hit Area
A number of wildfires have been sparked in the Interior and Okanagan over the last two days, where the regions have posted fire danger ratings of ''high'' to ''extreme.'' Two of them are small fires in our area. A blaze near Saviston
A number of wildfires have been sparked in the Interior and Okanagan over the last two days, where the regions have posted fire danger ratings of ''high'' to ''extreme.'' Two of them are small fires in our area. A blaze near Saviston
BC Ferries hikes fares again Aug. 1
The B.C. Ferry Commission has given BC Ferries the green light to implement another major fuel surcharge on Aug. 1.
The B.C. Ferry Commission has given BC Ferries the green light to implement another major fuel surcharge on Aug. 1.
Woman: I Spotted B.C. Lake Monster
the highway near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Holman says she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn't believe her eyes when she turned to look. Holman says she took a picture and is now waiting to get the photo developed.
the highway near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Holman says she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn't believe her eyes when she turned to look. Holman says she took a picture and is now waiting to get the photo developed.
Kelowna woman says she believes she saw legendary Ogopogo in B.C. lake
the highway near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Holman says she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn?t believe her eyes when she turned to look. Holman says she took a picture and is now waiting to get the photo developed.
the highway near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Holman says she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn?t believe her eyes when she turned to look. Holman says she took a picture and is now waiting to get the photo developed.
TransLink fare evasion dropping: study
Metro Vancouver's transit system loses more than $6 million a year from people who don't pay fares, according to new report by an independent auditor.
Metro Vancouver's transit system loses more than $6 million a year from people who don't pay fares, according to new report by an independent auditor.
Mosquito "AAA" Red Sox 2nd in Kelowna
The Ladner Red Sox made the most of its recent road trip to the Okanagan -- finishing second out of 10 teams at the Mosquito 'AAA' Valley of the Champions Tournament in Kelowna. The all-star baseball squad went 3-1 in round-robin play, then defeated
The Ladner Red Sox made the most of its recent road trip to the Okanagan -- finishing second out of 10 teams at the Mosquito 'AAA' Valley of the Champions Tournament in Kelowna. The all-star baseball squad went 3-1 in round-robin play, then defeated
Gasoline powers inflation rate to 3.1 per cent in June; core prices dormant
the highway near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Holman says she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn't believe her eyes when she turned to look. - View Article VANCOUVER - The Olympic motto is faster, higher, stronger - and a
the highway near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Holman says she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn't believe her eyes when she turned to look. - View Article VANCOUVER - The Olympic motto is faster, higher, stronger - and a
Kayaker Adam van Koeverden named Canadian flag-bearer for Beijing Olympics
the highway near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Holman says she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn't believe her eyes when she turned to look. - View Article VANCOUVER - The Olympic motto is faster, higher, stronger - and a
the highway near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Holman says she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn't believe her eyes when she turned to look. - View Article VANCOUVER - The Olympic motto is faster, higher, stronger - and a
Extreme fire danger sparks campfire bans for southern B.C.
If you go out in the woods this weekend, forestry officials are asking you to think twice before striking a match.
If you go out in the woods this weekend, forestry officials are asking you to think twice before striking a match.
Running for fun and health
northwest United States. He's had some interesting experiences along the way -- like breaking his toe in the Okanagan International, but finishing the remaining 10km. Close's training includes cycling three times a week, running three more days, and
northwest United States. He's had some interesting experiences along the way -- like breaking his toe in the Okanagan International, but finishing the remaining 10km. Close's training includes cycling three times a week, running three more days, and
Rapid rise in ammonia levels in city waterways blamed on urine
The waterways of several Canadian cities saw substantial increases in toxic ammonia levels last year, and the prime culprit in at least two cases, according to municipal officials, is household urine.
The waterways of several Canadian cities saw substantial increases in toxic ammonia levels last year, and the prime culprit in at least two cases, according to municipal officials, is household urine.
For special summer occasions
fruity, bringing to mind quince, apricots and lime peel. Tinhorn Creek 2007 Gewurztraminer ($18.95, code 904185). From the Okanagan in British Columbia, this is another white with lots of fruit but is still styled dry, so it walks the line. Good tropical
fruity, bringing to mind quince, apricots and lime peel. Tinhorn Creek 2007 Gewurztraminer ($18.95, code 904185). From the Okanagan in British Columbia, this is another white with lots of fruit but is still styled dry, so it walks the line. Good tropical
Ogopogo Sighting
Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Ms. Holman of Kelowna said she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn't believe her eyes when she turned to look. 'It was sort of like a wave in the water but there were no boats around it and the
Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Ms. Holman of Kelowna said she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn't believe her eyes when she turned to look. 'It was sort of like a wave in the water but there were no boats around it and the
Ogopogo a go to traveller
the highway near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Holman said she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn't believe her eyes when she turned to look. 'It was sort of like a wave in the water, but there were no boats around it and the
the highway near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Holman said she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn't believe her eyes when she turned to look. 'It was sort of like a wave in the water, but there were no boats around it and the
B.C. lake monster sighted
near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. 'SOMETHING BOBBING' Holman says she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn't believe her eyes when she turned to look. 'It was sort of like a wave in the water but there were no boats around it
near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. 'SOMETHING BOBBING' Holman says she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn't believe her eyes when she turned to look. 'It was sort of like a wave in the water but there were no boats around it
Get off your butt . . .
Louie. "Our ancestors worked for a living," says Clarence Louie, Chief of the Osoyoos Indian Band in B.C's Okanagan Valley. "So should you." Such bold statements fall regularly from the lips of Chief Louie, who heads the most economically successful
Louie. "Our ancestors worked for a living," says Clarence Louie, Chief of the Osoyoos Indian Band in B.C's Okanagan Valley. "So should you." Such bold statements fall regularly from the lips of Chief Louie, who heads the most economically successful
Historian remains engaged and outraged at 94
mythical lake creature Ogopogo, but was more impressed by the bounty of fruit to be found in the Okanagan. In Vancouver, he stayed with an older brother who tried to feed a wife and two children, one a newborn, on relief. The brother blamed Prime
mythical lake creature Ogopogo, but was more impressed by the bounty of fruit to be found in the Okanagan. In Vancouver, he stayed with an older brother who tried to feed a wife and two children, one a newborn, on relief. The brother blamed Prime
Woman says she believes she saw legendary Ogopogo
the highway near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Holman says she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldnt believe her eyes when she turned to look. 'It was sort of like a wave in the water but there were no boats around it and the
the highway near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Holman says she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldnt believe her eyes when she turned to look. 'It was sort of like a wave in the water but there were no boats around it and the
Drowning follows argument - Video
A search is underway for a 46 year old Vernon man who has been missing in Okanagan lake since Sunday night.
A search is underway for a 46 year old Vernon man who has been missing in Okanagan lake since Sunday night.
Axe the Penny and the Twenty
They've bullied our wallets for too long. I'm calling for a coup.
They've bullied our wallets for too long. I'm calling for a coup.
New Thermal-Energy Solutions Heating Up
How BC could clean its hands of dirty energy.
How BC could clean its hands of dirty energy.
Native spirit stands tall
Two giant pieces of art towering above motorists crossing Okanagan Lake were unveiled on Monday. Inspired by the traditional aboriginal legends of Sinklait, the coyote, and Kelowna, the grizzly bear, the artwork, designed by aboriginal artist Smoker
Two giant pieces of art towering above motorists crossing Okanagan Lake were unveiled on Monday. Inspired by the traditional aboriginal legends of Sinklait, the coyote, and Kelowna, the grizzly bear, the artwork, designed by aboriginal artist Smoker
Myra fire doused
of the fire is not known. With continuing hot temperatures, the fire rating in most areas of the Okanagan has now hit extreme. The public is urged to use caution with any activities that may cause a wildfire, such as using campfires or smoking
of the fire is not known. With continuing hot temperatures, the fire rating in most areas of the Okanagan has now hit extreme. The public is urged to use caution with any activities that may cause a wildfire, such as using campfires or smoking
Wanted: A Real Climate Change Vision
What Campbell gets wrong, that ordinary BCers have right.
What Campbell gets wrong, that ordinary BCers have right.
New arrivals
June 18: Born to Jason Metcalfe and Sarah Whitehead of Salmon Arm, a boy, 6 lbs.
June 18: Born to Jason Metcalfe and Sarah Whitehead of Salmon Arm, a boy, 6 lbs.
B.C. woman thinks she saw Ogopogo
the highway near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Holman says she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn't believe her eyes when she turned to look. Holman says she took a picture and is now waiting to get the photo developed.
the highway near Peachland, B.C., on Sunday afternoon. Holman says she noticed a wave in the water on Okanagan Lake and couldn't believe her eyes when she turned to look. Holman says she took a picture and is now waiting to get the photo developed.
Thumbs up for Wal-Mart
... up shop in that area but the general consensus seems to be that Wal-Mart would be the anchor store. I say "Good." Salmon Arm is a growing community and was proud to begin calling itself a city a few years ago. This growth will undoubtedly continue, ...
... up shop in that area but the general consensus seems to be that Wal-Mart would be the anchor store. I say "Good." Salmon Arm is a growing community and was proud to begin calling itself a city a few years ago. This growth will undoubtedly continue, ...
Development beneficial
... seem determined to halt development of any sort in the community unless all their requests and concerns are met. Salmon Arm is a thriving community that continues to grow in good times as well as bad. We are privileged to live in one of the most ...
... seem determined to halt development of any sort in the community unless all their requests and concerns are met. Salmon Arm is a thriving community that continues to grow in good times as well as bad. We are privileged to live in one of the most ...
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... people did a good job Sunday afternoon when they called the fire dispatch centre to report heavy smoke, says Salmon Arm Fire Chief Brad Shirley. In response, firefighters from Hall #3 were sent to Foothill Road and 30th Street SW at 12:41 p.m. "Upon ...
... people did a good job Sunday afternoon when they called the fire dispatch centre to report heavy smoke, says Salmon Arm Fire Chief Brad Shirley. In response, firefighters from Hall #3 were sent to Foothill Road and 30th Street SW at 12:41 p.m. "Upon ...
Conditions not quite as dry as '98
... 10th did have local downpours with it, but moved through so fast that many areas recorded little if any rain. Salmon Arm was more fortunate from a fire danger perspective, with 11 millimetres recorded at the airport and eight on the waterfront. The ...
... 10th did have local downpours with it, but moved through so fast that many areas recorded little if any rain. Salmon Arm was more fortunate from a fire danger perspective, with 11 millimetres recorded at the airport and eight on the waterfront. The ...
Paint the town
Versatile and playful are two very good words used to describe the Salmon Arm-based ensemble Birchbark, who will be taking over the WOW! stage Wednesday, July 23.
Versatile and playful are two very good words used to describe the Salmon Arm-based ensemble Birchbark, who will be taking over the WOW! stage Wednesday, July 23.
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... be continuing its work of recycling vehicle tires into indoor and outdoor surfacing material of all kinds. The Salmon Arm manufacturing company has been purchased by the Pender West Group of Vancouver. The company uses vehicle tire rubber to make ...
... be continuing its work of recycling vehicle tires into indoor and outdoor surfacing material of all kinds. The Salmon Arm manufacturing company has been purchased by the Pender West Group of Vancouver. The company uses vehicle tire rubber to make ...
New international wine genomics project launched
all New World wine growing areas,' said Jeff Del Nin, winemaker at Burrowing Owl Winery in the South Okanagan. A unique aspect of the WineGen project is that it will include social science research, led by Dr. Michael Howlett at Simon Fraser University.
all New World wine growing areas,' said Jeff Del Nin, winemaker at Burrowing Owl Winery in the South Okanagan. A unique aspect of the WineGen project is that it will include social science research, led by Dr. Michael Howlett at Simon Fraser University.
High to extreme fire danger rating in much of BC Interior
has led the Kamloops Fire Centre to issue a warning: 'Be careful in our forests'. The Interior and Okanagan have a 'high' to 'extreme' fire danger rating, as seen on the map above right. One of their biggest concerns is people not being careful about
has led the Kamloops Fire Centre to issue a warning: 'Be careful in our forests'. The Interior and Okanagan have a 'high' to 'extreme' fire danger rating, as seen on the map above right. One of their biggest concerns is people not being careful about
Wildfire near Cranbrook, B.C., shuts down Hwy 93
A forest fire burning about 30 kilometres northeast of Cranbrook, B.C., has shut down Highway 93 on Tuesday afternoon.
A forest fire burning about 30 kilometres northeast of Cranbrook, B.C., has shut down Highway 93 on Tuesday afternoon.
Austin-Lehman Adventures Posts Top 10 Bike Adventures
Trans-Canada Trail through shady stands of towering Ponderosa Pines following the abandoned Kettle Valley Railway into British Columbia's Okanagan Valley. For the Okanagan Valley-Canada's Wine Country, visit
Trans-Canada Trail through shady stands of towering Ponderosa Pines following the abandoned Kettle Valley Railway into British Columbia's Okanagan Valley. For the Okanagan Valley-Canada's Wine Country, visit
Schools To Be Safer With $11.2-million Seismic Upgrades
VICTORIA – Students and staff will soon be safer in four more B.C. schools, thanks to $11.2 million in seismic upgrades, Nanaimo-Parksville MLA Ron Cantelon, West Vancouver-Garibaldi MLA Joan McIntyre and Fort Langley-Aldergrove MLA Rich Coleman announced.
VICTORIA – Students and staff will soon be safer in four more B.C. schools, thanks to $11.2 million in seismic upgrades, Nanaimo-Parksville MLA Ron Cantelon, West Vancouver-Garibaldi MLA Joan McIntyre and Fort Langley-Aldergrove MLA Rich Coleman announced.
New survey reveals mid-year market outlook
all 12 Canadian CFA societies participated as follows: Atlantic, Quebec City, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Winnipeg, Saskatchewan, Edmonton, Calgary, Okanagan, Vancouver and Victoria.
all 12 Canadian CFA societies participated as follows: Atlantic, Quebec City, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Winnipeg, Saskatchewan, Edmonton, Calgary, Okanagan, Vancouver and Victoria.