An encouraging sign for BC tourism. International visitors to our province was up close to 12 percent in March as compared to last year. "Europeans tend to like to travel in the off season. You will see a greater amount of visitation from European in Kelowna in the spring and particularly in the fall."      Tourism Kelowna's Catherine Frechette admits BC, ... Read More...

The BC Mayors Caucus has wrapped up two days of meetings in Penticton. The mayors created a Premier's Roundtable in an effort to discuss public policy changes with the province that affects the budgets of local governments. Penticton Mayor Dan Ashton says by coming together as a single voice they can better serve the interests of all citizens. "We have ... Read More...

A setback to the safety of both the drivers and spectators taking part in this weekend's Knox Mountain Hill Climb. Organizer Brian Fulton says they are in desperate need of a volunteer fire fighter. "The Saturday fire fighter called me just before noon and told me I can't make it and I have to work. So that leaves us looking ... Read More...

Safe Boating Week begins Saturday and the Canadian Power and Sail Squadron is marking the occasion at the Kelowna Yacht Club. Spokesperson Marguerite Berry says their group will be launching its "We Wear It" promotion, raising awareness on the vital importance of life jackets. Berry says fatalities are up 56 per cent in paddle boat sports. "All paddle boards, canoeing, ... Read More...

Rutland May Days has returned for its 53rd year.New this year is the pancake breakfast on Saturday to kick off the parade.Coordinator Chris Brown says they've even brought something new in geared more towards guys attending the event."Last year people said to me, you've got something for everyone here accept for the dads.  This year we've brought ... Read More...

The first Okanagan Lake Shopping Centre businesses are finally up and running.On Thursday, Shoppers Drug Mart and Sammy J's opened their doors.A number of other businesses within the strip mall should open sometime in June and July, including Landmark Cinemas.Another round of businesses will start up in 2013.Meanwhile work continues on the Nancee Way underpass.  Crews ... Read More...