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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 10h
Central Okanagan drivers continue to endanger kids by passing stopped school buses

It's against the law to pass a school bus that is stopped with its red lights flashing and stop signs extended, but it still happens "daily."

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Central Okanagan drivers continue to endanger kids by passing stopped school buses
No matter how many times the message is shared, it seems as though some drivers just don’t understand. But with School Bus Safety Awarene...
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 12h
RCMP investigating reports of cattle poaching in the BC Interior.

Police are looking for witnesses after a steer calf was killed in late September. See more⤵️
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RCMP investigating reports of cattle poaching in the BC Interior
Livestock investigators are asking for potential witnesses of a cow poaching to give them a call. Between Sept. 26-28, a steer calf was shot and po.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 12h
'Unwelcome and unnecessary' contact, sexualized remarks lead to BC teacher’s suspension.

“Three students reported feeling so uncomfortable that they withdrew from his class.” Read more⬇️
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'Unwelcome and unnecessary' contact, sexualized remarks lead to BC teacher’s suspension
A BC high school teacher was reprimanded and briefly suspended over several instances of “inappropriate” conduct and comments made towards.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 13h
Alan Doyle of Great Big Sea fame announces Kelowna show as part of 2026 tour

He'll be joined by The East Pointers as an opening act and the PEI folk duo are featured on Doyle's new single that was released today.

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Alan Doyle of Great Big Sea fame announces Kelowna show as part of 2026 tour
Canadian music icon Alan Doyle will be coming back to the Okanagan next year. The former frontman of Great Big Sea, who has more-recently enjoy.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 14h
Parkinson Rec Centre redevelopment to hit 'major milestone' in early November.

City council was told that preparations are in progress for a large slab pour for the base of the building. See more⤵️
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Parkinson Rec Centre redevelopment to hit 'major milestone' in early November
Site preparation work is now done at Parkinson Recreation Centre and foundation work is expected to get underway. Construction on the major red.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 15h
'Looks really nice': Kelowna council greenlights new Sikh temple, applauds extensive landscaping.

“What’s being proposed here really contributes significantly to Kelowna’s resilience and sense of community.” See more⤵️
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'Looks really nice': Kelowna council greenlights new Sikh temple, applauds extensive landscaping
Permits have been issued for Kelowna’s new Sikh temple, which will be going up near the corner of Benvoulin Road and KLO Road.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 16h
Rush adds BC show to 2026 tour, their first in over a decade

Hitting the road for the first time since 2015 and the death of drummer Neil Peart in 2020, the band will play 40 shows in 24 cities over a 6-month stretch.

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Rush adds BC show to 2026 tour, their first in over a decade
If you’ve been watching the Toronto Blue Jays’ run to the World Series, you’ve likely seen Geddy Lee shown on the Sportsnet broadcas.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 16h
'Profoundly wrong': Ex-councillor slams Kelowna's $27.8M waterfront deal as developer bailout.

Kelowna resident Sharron Simpson argued that the rest of the community should have input on what the land is used for.
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'Profoundly wrong': Ex-councillor slams Kelowna's $27.8M waterfront deal as developer bailout
Former city councillor and longtime resident Sharron Simpson is speaking out against the City of Kelowna's recent purchase of downtown waterfront.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 17h
Lambo skirts winter tire rules while going more than double speed limit on BC highway

Winter tires are mandatory on most BC highways after Oct. 1, even if it's a beautiful day and the roads appear dry.

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Lambo skirts winter tire rules while going more than double speed limit on BC highway
The BC Highway Patrol says winter tire regulations apply to everyone in British Columbia and that includes supercars. The message com...
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 1d
Dramatic 7th inning Springer home run propels Blue Jays into World Series

It's the Jays' first appearance in the Fall Classic since 1993 and the best-of-7 with the LA Dodgers will begin in Toronto on Friday.

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Dramatic 7th inning Springer home run propels Blue Jays into World Series
It simply wouldn’t be right if the 2025 Toronto Blue Jays didn’t earn a berth into the World Series through a comeback win....
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 1d
When artificial intelligence meets vineyard vibes. Join us Wed Oct 29 at Sandhill Winery for Day 3 of AI Week: “AI Uncorked: How AI is reshaping the way we create, connect & communicate.

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Where AI meets winery, only in the Okanagan
As part of LEVEL UP: Out of Office – AI Week, we’re heading to Sandhill Wines for a one-of-a-kind experience that blends innovation, inspi.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 1d
When artificial intelligence meets vineyard vibes. Join us, Wed Oct 29 at Sandhill Winery for Day 3 of AI Week: “AI Uncorked: How AI is reshaping the way we create, connect & communicate.

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Where AI meets winery, only in the Okanagan
As part of LEVEL UP: Out of Office – AI Week, we’re heading to Sandhill Wines for a one-of-a-kind experience that blends innovation, inspi.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 1d
🌽📦 Looking to make your meals more exciting and more sustainable? Enter our giveaway in partnership with Odd Bunch, rescuing fresh fruits and veggies that look a little different but taste just as amazing. 💚

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CONTEST ALERT! Get odd, eat fresh, and win big with Odd Bunch
Not all heroes wear capes, some just deliver perfectly imperfect produce right to your door. Meet Odd Bunch, the quirky crew on a mission to re.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 1d
Highlights: Rockets slump continues south of the border.

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Highlights: Rockets slump continues south of the border
**Head to the bottom of this article to watch highlights from Sunday's game.** A day after falling to the top team in the WHL, the Kelowna Ro.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 1d
What do you get when you combine craft beers, tasty food and LEGO?

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What do you get when you combine craft beers, tasty food and LEGO?
What do you get when you combine craft beers, tasty food and LEGO? The KelownaNow news team recently set out to find the answer by...
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 1d
Want a space that feels personal and polished? Magpie Interiors shares insider tips on choosing materials, finishes and design elements that reflect you.

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Magpie Interiors Explains the Art of the Finishes Package
In the latest live interview with Magpie Interiors designers Sarah De Angelis and Stephanie Huff, they sat down to share their insights on one of the.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 1d
Check out Get Local with Genesis Episode 5: Success, Service, and the Scenic Route with Christy Lovig. Watch as they discuss Christy's partner role, the economy, and her philanthropic drive with John Kot on a memorable trip to Summerhill Winery.🔽

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Get Local with Genesis: Success, Service, and the Scenic Route with Christy Lovig
In this episode, John Kot of Genesis Kelowna visits Christy Lovig, Partner at Doak Shirreff Lawyers LLP, to talk about her inspiring career...
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 1d
Four Rockets named to NHL Central Scouting preliminary watch list.

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Four Rockets named to NHL Central Scouting preliminary watch list
The Kelowna Rockets are proud to announce that four players within the organization have been named to the NHL Central Scouting preliminary players to.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 1d
When artificial intelligence meets vineyard vibes. Join us Wed Oct 29 at Sandhill Winery for Day 3 of AI Week: “AI Uncorked: How AI is reshaping the way we create, connect & communicate.

Read more on how to get and reserve your tickets! 🔽
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Where AI meets winery, only in the Okanagan
As part of LEVEL UP: Out of Office – AI Week, we’re heading to Sandhill Wines for a one-of-a-kind experience that blends innovation, inspi.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 1d
Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners to play for World Series berth tonight.

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Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners to play for World Series berth tonight
A team that has not played in the World Series for at least 30 years will book its spot tonight as the Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mar...
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 1d
BC ostrich farm supporters rally in Kelowna, call for CFIA and RCMP to be investigated.

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BC ostrich farm supporters rally in Kelowna, call for CFIA and RCMP to be investigated
There were plenty of signs and passing cars honking as opponents of a planned cull at Universal Ostrich Farms in Edgewood, BC, gathered...
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 1d
Your skin’s new destination: Kelowna Medical Aesthetics opens on Bernard Avenue. The new location introduces cutting-edge mole mapping and screening technology for early detection and confidence.

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Your skin’s new destination: Kelowna Medical Aesthetics opens on Bernard Avenue
KELOWNA, BC – Kelowna Medical Aesthetics (KMA) is thrilled to announce a significant expansion in the heart of downtown Kelowna with the ope...
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 2d
Tofino’s MacKenzie Beach officially changed to its Nuu-chah-nulth name, tinwis.

“It's a significant step toward reconciliation and elevating our language back into its rightful place on these lands."

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Tofino’s MacKenzie Beach officially changed to its Nuu-chah-nulth name, tinwis
MacKenzie Beach in Tofino has been officially renamed tinwis (pronounced ti-nu-wis) by the Government of British Columbia following a proposal and yea.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 2d
Canadian TV personality stops by The Brick’s grand reopening in Kelowna.

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Canadian TV personality stops by The Brick’s grand reopening in Kelowna
Tucked away in McCurdy Corner, crews have been at work for months tearing down walls, ripping up carpets and replacing lights — and on Saturday,.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 2d
Kootenay college closing one of its campuses in wake of restricted international student enrollment

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Kootenay college closing one of its campuses in wake of restricted international student enrollment
With an anticipated budget shortfall of $3-4 million in 2026-27, Selkirk College has decided to close its Victoria Street campus in Nels...
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