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Former Okanagan political champion dies at 80
Aug 1, 2024 · Jim Edgson was one of the first to fight for the rights of North Westside residents. Jim Edgson was a popular Central Okanagan politician for nearly a decade who represented approximately 7,000 people in rural areas outside West Kelowna on the regional district board. At 80 years old, Edgson died while on a recent camping trip.
'There's nothing like it': Vernon's The Edge opens to the public
Aug 21, 2024 · After three years of planning, prepping and construction, The Edge, the expansive event centre located at The Rise Resort on Vernon's Okanagan Hills Boulevard, has officially opened. "There is nothing like it in Canada" said Terra Renton, general manager of the centre. "It's been a labour of love and it is super unique, with super gourmet and ...
Nearly 2 years later, 1 arrested in relation to fatal stabbing in ...
Oct 5, 2024 · 00:00:55. One man has been arrested for a fatal stabbing that took place in downtown Kelowna on Oct. 9, 2022. Tyler Sutter, 43, has been charged with second-degree murder for stabbing and killing Devon Foster in the 1300-block of Water Street. Sutter was arrested on Friday, Oct. 4, and remains in custody. He will soon be brought before the courts.
Profile for Gary Barnes - Kelowna Capital News
Oct 9, 2024 · Gary Barnes. I joined Black Press Media in January 2022. With more than 30 years of experience in news reporting and radio broadcasting, I've worked in newsrooms in Castlegar, Vernon, Chilliwack, Abbotsford, Vancouver, Victoria, Squamish, and Merritt. I returned to the Okanagan in 2018 after eight years as the assistant manager for Canadian ...
Former West Kelowna BC United candidate moves forward as …
Sep 6, 2024 · So, on Sept. 5, the West Kelowna City Councillor and former MLA candidate for the BC United announced that he will continue to fight for a seat in the legislature in the upcoming provincial election, as an unaffiliated contender. Looking to represent the West Kelowna- Peachland riding in Victoria, Johnston is the second Central Okanagan former ...
Central Okanagan Public Schools Superintendent/CEO set to retire
4 days ago · The Board of Education announces the retirement of Kevin Kaardal, Superintendent of Schools/CEO, after 40 years in education, 10 with Central Okanagan Public Schools. "Over the past decade, Kevin's leadership navigated unique challenges while achieving extraordinary growth in academic success," said Lee-Ann Tiede, Chair of the Board of Education.
Kelowna-Lake Country-Coldstream candidates in 'friendly' debate
Oct 9, 2024 · 16 minutes ago. B.C. NDP candidate Anna Warwick Sears (centre) answers a question during the Kelowna-Lake Country-Coldstream All Candidates Forum on Oct. 9, 2024 while Independent candidate Kevin Kraft (left) and moderator, CBC Radio host Chris Walker, (right) listen. Photo | Gary Barnes/Black Press Media file.
Kelowna council pleased with preliminary plans for Clement …
Jul 9, 2024 · Although it comes with challenges, Kelowna council is impressed with plans to extend Clement Avenue. Those plans, presented to council on July 8, include building retaining walls, environmental considerations, and working around the Okanagan Rail Trail and a major natural gas pipeline. Staff told council the extension to Highway 33 would ...