Kelowna Capital News

Kelowna Capital News is a newspaper based in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. It focuses on delivering news about the local community, including sports, business updates, job opportunities, and events. This publication has been serving the community since it first started in 1930.

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No explosives found after bomb threat evacuates Kamloops Law Courts

1 day ago | kelownacapnews.com | Jen Zielinski

RCMP received a report of a bomb threat at the Kamloops Law Courts just before 9 a.m. Thursday. Mounties and the BC Sheriff Services, shut down and evacuated the courthouse, pedestrians and motorists were also told to stay away from the area. The Police Dog Service Unit, along with a bomb-sniffing dog searched the entire building and found no explosives, said Const. Sofie Winkles. The courthouse was re-opened to employees and the public by 2 p.m. Police are still investigating the threat.
Update: Kelowna hotel evacuated following "irritant" exposure

1 day ago | kelownacapnews.com | Jen Zielinski |Jordy Cunningham

Update: 12:00 p.m. Kelowna fire crews have cleared the building, but are still investigating the source of the irritant. No one is being allowed back into the building yet. At least two people were attended to by paramedics, but they did not require further treatment.
Wildfire burning north of Revelstoke

2 days ago | kelownacapnews.com | Jen Zielinski

A small blaze was discovered June 18 north of Revelstoke. The wildfire is an estimated .009 hectares in size and in the Copeland Creek area. According to BC Wildfire, the suspected cause of the fire is lightning. There are currently no area restrictions or evacuations associated with this fire, however, it is burning out of control.
Weirdos, witches and queers featured at new Vernon market

4 days ago | kelownacapnews.com | Jennifer Smith

A new market, with a bizarre twist, is breaking out of the ordinary with some unique finds, and fun. The Strange Bazaar takes over the historic Caetani Centre grounds Saturday, June 21, from 1 to 8:30 p.m. "This is going to be a unique event! Our first Summer Solstice market aims to bring something different to town, celebrating the curious, dark, enchanted, and handmade," said Suzy King, who is organizing the event alongside Eryn Kleyh.
Crash backs up traffic on Hwy 97 north of Vernon

4 days ago | kelownacapnews.com | Jennifer Smith

Reports of a trucks and trailer colliding at Highway 97 and Meadowlark Road are causing some traffic snarls. BX Swan Lake Fire Rescue was called to the crash around 3:15 p.m. Monday, June 16. Traffic is backed up past the scales in the northbound lane. The southbound lane is not affected.
New wildfire sparked north of Cherryville

4 days ago | kelownacapnews.com | Jennifer Smith

BC Wildfire Service is reporting a new blaze north of Sugar Lake. The fire was discovered on Sunday, June 15 and is approximately 0.9 hectares in size. Lightning is the suspected cause of the fire, which is out of control. It is located near the north east end of Sugar Lake.
Kelowna fire crews douse Rutland house fire

5 days ago | kelownacapnews.com | Bowen Assman

A fire on Cactus Road in Rutland was sparked in the late afternoon on Sunday, June 15. A house fire in Rutland has been doused by Kelowna fire crews. The blaze was on Cactus Road, and was sparked in the late afternoon on Sunday, June 15. Four fire trucks and police were on scene. More to come.
Indigenous artists sought to share Vernon stage with Aysanabee

6 days ago | kelownacapnews.com | Jennifer Smith

The stage is open for opening acts when a two-time JUNO award-winning alternative indie artist comes to town. Aysanabee (pronounced: Ace-in-abbey) is set to bring his sophomore album, Edge Of The Earth, to Vernon at The Towne Theatre this fall. But local Indigenous artists have until Friday, June 20 to apply to be an opener for the show. Applications can be made online at aysanabee.com/joinonstage. Aysanabee is stopping in Vernon Nov. 19 as part of The Way We're Born tour.
Dought dips to level 2 as Okanagan water heats up

1 week ago | kelownacapnews.com | Jennifer Smith

The heat is on, putting pressure on local water sources as the Okanagan dips to a level two drought rating. The province's ratings, effective June 12, bumped the level up a notch for the valley. But conditions from Vernon to Osoyoos vary, therefore it is important to know where to get accurate and locally relevant information. The Okanagan Basin Water Board explains that really counts for your home and garden are your local watering restrictions.
Big burn ban prompts FireSmart push in North Okanagan

1 week ago | kelownacapnews.com | Jennifer Smith

While campfires are still permitted, North Okanagan residents are reminded that open burning is no longer allowed. BC Wildfire Service has banned category two burning as of noon Friday, June 13 throughout the Kamloops Fire Centre. Open burning has been restricted since April 30 for Electoral Area B and C residents in the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO).