August Lake Wildfire Evacuation Alert RESCINDED
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Emergency Operations Centre (RDOS EOC) has RESCINDED the Evacuation Alert issued for Electoral Area “H”, effective Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at 3:30 pm.
Desert Park Building in Osoyoos closed after damage from wind storm
Effective immediately, the Desert Park Building is closed to the public until further notice due to damage caused by the windstorm on July 14, 2025.
Stage 3 outdoor water restrictions begin for RDCO
With drought conditions worsening across the region, Stage 3 outdoor water restrictions are now in place for all six water systems operated by the Regional District of Central Okanagan.
B.C’s youth watchdog says more work needs to be done, one year after report on systemic failures
One year after a report by British Columbia's Child and Youth Representative on the horrific death of an Indigenous boy in care, the province is still working on an action plan for systemic changes to children and youth social services.
Section of McDougall Road in West Kelowna closing for road work
Crews are scheduled to work from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Former Rockets captain Max Graham inks pro contract
The Kelowna Rockets say former captain Max Graham has signed his first professional contract, agreeing to a two-year deal with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, the American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins
B.C. expands heat pump rebates to some renters, condo owners
British Columbia is expanding its heat pump rebate program to eligible apartment renters and condo owners.
B.C. expands heat pump rebates to some renters, condo owners
British Columbia is expanding its heat pump rebate program to eligible apartment renters and condo owners.
Mazden Leslie confirms intent to play for Rockets in 2025–26 Season
The Kelowna Rockets announced defenceman Mazden Leslie will suit up for the club in the 2025–26 WHL season.
Boardwalk at Eldorado Resort temporarily closed for maintenance
The boardwalk in front of Eldorado Resort — from the north side of the Manteo at Eldorado Resort to the edge of the Lakeside Dining Room — is temporarily closed to facilitate repairs to the decking and supporting structure.
B.C. urges water conservation as drought deepens in some regions
British Columbia’s water, land and resource stewardship minister is encouraging residents to conserve water, saying drought is worsening in parts of the province.
Evacuation order rescinded for properties near Placer Creek Wildfire: Alerts remain
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Emergency Operations Centre (RDOS EOC) has RESCINDED the Evacuation Order issued for Electoral Area “H”
