# okanagan (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 7 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover okanagan. Page: Feed: --- ## [Get ready for Oliver's biggest party of the year with Wine Capital Weekend](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628702/Get-ready-for-Oliver-s-biggest-party-of-the-year-with-Wine-Capital-Weekend) _2026-08-21 · Contributed · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ "Be Surprised in Oliver" is a collaboration between Castanet and Visit Oliver, inviting readers to discover hidden gems and seasonal highlights in a town full of unexpected delights. Follow along every second Friday morning. While Oliver may be best known for its wine, fruit and sun-s... ## [Town of Osoyoos reduces water use as drought conservation efforts expand](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628678/Town-of-Osoyoos-reduces-water-use-as-drought-conservation-efforts-expand) _2026-08-21 · Sarah Crookall · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ The Town of Osoyoos is reducing water use at facilities to help with water conservation efforts. In a Thursday notice, the municipality said operating hours at Jack Shaw Splash Park have been reduced to the hours of 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. "The Osoyoos area is experiencing an unprecedented Stag... ## [Osoyoos tourism takes hit from Bald Range wildfire, smoke](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628647/Osoyoos-tourism-takes-hit-from-Bald-Range-wildfire-smoke) _2026-08-20 · Sarah Crookall · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ Destination Osoyoos says tourism is down due to the Bald Range wildfire, but the town has also been a safe space for evacuees. "Unfortunately, the numbers have dropped like a stone, so we're not able to really talk to people in the Visitor Centre, and that happened literally the day after th... ## [BC SPCA seeks owner of cat found in Keremeos](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628551/BC-SPCA-seeks-owner-of-cat-found-in-Keremeos) _2026-08-20 · Sarah Crookall · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ The BC SPCA South Okanagan/Similkameen is looking for information on a cat found in Keremeos. On Wednesday, the animal rescue couldn't verify if the cat was domestic or a stray. It is off-white with grey and peach markings around its ears. "This lovely lady was brought in by some kind Sam... ## [Demolition company sues Lake Okanagan Resort](https://www.castanet.net/news/West-Kelowna/628552/Demolition-company-sues-Lake-Okanagan-Resort) _2026-08-20 · Cindy White · Castanet.net - West Kelowna_ A demolition company based in Alberta has filed a lawsuit against the owners of Lake Okanagan Resort, three years after the McDougall Creek wildfire ravaged the property along Westside Road. The plaintiff, McColman & Sons Demolition of Edmonton, is seeking a lien for $248,976.64. That's the a... ## [Oliver Fire Department responds to possible ammonia leak at Co-op Avenue building](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628586/Oliver-Fire-Department-responds-to-possible-ammonia-leak-at-Co-op-Avenue-building) _2026-08-20 · Josh Dawson · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ Oliver firefighters are responding to a possible ammonia leak Wednesday evening. In a social media post shortly before 8 p.m., the Oliver Fire Department said crews were on scene at the BC Tree Fruits building off Co-op Avenue. The fire department said a safety zone is in place on Co-op Avenue... ## [West Kelowna RCMP surround drug house after alleged assault](https://www.castanet.net/news/West-Kelowna/628531/West-Kelowna-RCMP-surround-drug-house-after-alleged-assault) _2026-08-19 · Colin Dacre · Castanet.net - West Kelowna_ UPDATE 2:55 p.m. Officers have now entered the home and arrested one more man. Police are starting to clear the area but some officers are expected to stay for some time while they conduct a search of the property. ORIGINAL 2:10 p.m. Police have surrounded a well-known drug house in We... ## [Peachland bakery owner wants government compensation for revenue lost due to wildfires](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/628433/Peachland-bakery-owner-wants-government-compensation-for-revenue-lost-due-to-wildfires) _2026-08-18 · Cindy White · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Should the province declare a disaster due to the wildfires in the Okanagan this summer so that businesses not directly in the evacuation zone can access relief funding? It's one of the questions being asked by the owner of Bliss Bakery & Bistro in Peachland. The community has been hard hit a... ## [Kelowna police searching for missing woman](https://www.castanet.net/news/West-Kelowna/628417/Kelowna-police-searching-for-missing-woman) _2026-08-18 · Rob Gibson · Castanet.net - West Kelowna_ Kelowna RCMP need the public's help locating a woman who has been out of contact for the last month. Katrina Brown, 21, was reported missing by a support worker on the morning of Aug. 14. She is known to frequent the area near the Real Canadian Superstore and the Kelowna Costco. Investigators ... ## [Docks and activities resume in Peachland, after closures prompted by Bald Range wildfire](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/628411/Docks-and-activities-resume-in-Peachland-after-closures-prompted-by-Bald-Range-wildfire) _2026-08-18 · Kathy Michaels · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Peachland activities put on hiatus as the Bald Range Wildfire threatened the region are back. The District of Peachland issued an announcement Tuesday saying that while areas are still under evacuation alert, boat launches are open, Swim Bay lifeguards are back and the Summer Series concert is a ... ## [Daily plans, scheduled by AI (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/KgTkuO6mZuYf) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ AI-made daily plans that schedule tasks and protect focus time. ## [South Okanagan General Hospital to close ER overnight](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628300/South-Okanagan-General-Hospital-to-close-ER-overnight) _2026-08-17 · Chelsea Powrie · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ The South Okanagan General Hospital emergency room experience a temporary closure tonight. Emergency services will be unavailable from 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17, until 7 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026. During that time, patients can access emergency care at Penticton Regional Hospital. All other in... ## [Local Osoyoos fire crews reflect on helping at Bald Range wildfire](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628299/Local-Osoyoos-fire-crews-reflect-on-helping-at-Bald-Range-wildfire) _2026-08-17 · Chelsea Powrie · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ Osoyoos Fire Rescue is wrapping up its deployment at the Bald Range wildfire, and reflecting on the experience. The team spent ten days assisting at the fire, which is still active in the Summerland area. "Throughout the deployment, 19 of our members rotated through the assignment, worki... ## [City of West Kelowna hiring election workers](https://www.castanet.net/news/West-Kelowna/628297/City-of-West-Kelowna-hiring-election-workers) _2026-08-17 · Cindy White · Castanet.net - West Kelowna_ Municipal elections are just a couple of months away, and the City of West Kelowna needs help. ​The city is putting out a call for election workers. It needs to hire approximately 150 people for the 2026 General Local Election in October. ​Some of the jobs come with an enticing stipend. Th... ## [Fuhr says Canada must put more resources into wildfire prevention](https://www.castanet.net/news/West-Kelowna/628101/Fuhr-says-Canada-must-put-more-resources-into-wildfire-prevention) _2026-08-15 · Rob Gibson · Castanet.net - West Kelowna_ Member of Parliament for Kelowna and Secretary of State for Defence Procurement Stephen Fuhr, who lost his own home in the McDougall Creek wildfire, is urging Okanagan residents on evacuation alert to take a few simple steps now that could make all the difference later. Fuhr says he had only minu... ## [‘Today is a good day’: Phased re-entry underway for residents displaced by Quilpitik Creek wildfire](https://www.castanet.net/news/West-Kelowna/628093/-Today-is-a-good-day-Phased-re-entry-underway-for-residents-displaced-by-Quilpitik-Creek-wildfire) _2026-08-14 · Rob Gibson · Castanet.net - West Kelowna_ Some Westside Road residents are back home now, after a phased re-entry was announced Friday morning for properties affected by the Quilpitik Creek wildfire. Kari O'Rourke, information officer with the Central Okanagan Emergency Operations Centre, says the return has been steady, with staff on ha... ## [Construction mishap causes temporary water outage in parts of Osoyoos](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628085/Construction-mishap-causes-temporary-water-outage-in-parts-of-Osoyoos) _2026-08-14 · Casey Richardson · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ The Town of Osoyoos said construction work hitting a connection line is causing a water service disruption on Friday afternoon. The connection was hit during construction work on 89th Street and now requires repair. A temporary water service outage is in effect for residents along 89th Street ... ## [Osoyoos' Mojave build holding open house for peek at show home](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/628057/Osoyoos-Mojave-build-holding-open-house-for-peek-at-show-home) _2026-08-14 · Chelsea Powrie · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ Curious about new housing options in Osoyoos? The Mojave complex is holding an open house. Described as "modern desert inspired living," Mojave is rolling out a phase two release of homes soon. All are welcome to pop by the complex at 4601 97th Street Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m... ## [Communities across South Okanagan-Similkameen mobilize to help evacuees](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/627989/Communities-across-South-Okanagan-Similkameen-mobilize-to-help-evacuees) _2026-08-14 · Sarah Crookall · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ South Okanagan-Similkameen communities are delivering truckloads of support for Bald Range wildfire evacuees and neighbours. The South Okanagan Chamber of Commerce is encouraging business owners affected by the Bald Range wildfire to share supports they need to execdirector@sochamber.ca. "... ## [Osoyoos opens indoor activities to evacuees amid wildfire smoke](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/627922/Osoyoos-opens-indoor-activities-to-evacuees-amid-wildfire-smoke) _2026-08-13 · Sarah Crookall · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ The Town of Osoyoos is inviting evacuees and others to participate in indoor activities to get out of the smoke. On Tuesday, the municipality shared a variety of activities and community spaces to stay cool as the South Okanagan remains on an Orange Air Quality Warning, indicating a high impact, ... ## [Lightning strikes prompt South Okanagan wildfire vigilance](https://www.castanet.net/news/Oliver-Osoyoos/627838/Lightning-strikes-prompt-South-Okanagan-wildfire-vigilance) _2026-08-12 · Sarah Crookall · Castanet.net - Oliver/Osoyoos_ The South Okanagan has seen some lightning strikes on Wednesday, prompting a local fire department to urge vigilance. On Wednesday afternoon, BC Wildfire Service confirmed reports of lightning strikes in the South Okanagan, including west of Osoyoos. Several residents said on social media they... ## [A Friend Gave You $30 (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/HkQ0p2twN4N6) _2026-08-12 · **Sponsored**_ Sign up, deposit $5 within 30 days, and start investing with expert guidance. ## [West Kelowna's Music in the Park features Elvis tribute Friday](https://www.castanet.net/news/West-Kelowna/627714/West-Kelowna-s-Music-in-the-Park-features-Elvis-tribute-Friday) _2026-08-12 · Wayne Moore · Castanet.net - West Kelowna_ It's time to turn back the clock and "Shake, Rattle and Roll" with Johnny Elvis. The Elvis tribute act is scheduled to perform at West Kelowna's Music in the Park Friday night, weather permitting. The show is scheduled to take place at the Annette Beaudreau Amphitheater in Memorial... ## [Dump truck knocks down utility lines at West Kelowna mobile home park](https://www.castanet.net/news/West-Kelowna/627811/Dump-truck-knocks-down-utility-lines-at-West-Kelowna-mobile-home-park) _2026-08-12 · Cindy White · Castanet.net - West Kelowna_ A dump truck has knocked down a utility pole in a mobile home park along Boucherie Road. ​A resident of Golden Homes shared a photo showing the pole leaning almost all the way to the ground with lines down on a road through the park. ​Crews were working in the park, moving some new trailer... ## [West Kelowna urgent care centre extending hours this week for wildfire support](https://www.castanet.net/news/West-Kelowna/627656/West-Kelowna-urgent-care-centre-extending-hours-this-week-for-wildfire-support) _2026-08-11 · Madison Reeve · Castanet.net - West Kelowna_ The West Kelowna Urgent and Primary Care Centre will open two hours early this week to help meet increased health-care needs related to the wildfire situation in the Okanagan. The centre will open at 9:30 a.m. each day through Friday, Aug. 14. The West Kelowna UPCC is located at 2484 Main St.,... ## [Peachland rallies to support evacuees displaced by Bald Range wildfire](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/627608/Peachland-rallies-to-support-evacuees-displaced-by-Bald-Range-wildfire) _2026-08-11 · Rob Gibson · Castanet.net - Peachland_ While the bulk of the Summerland evacuees from the Bald Range wildfire flowed into Penticton on Friday night, Peachland has absorbed its share while also having some of its residents forced from their homes. Peachland Mayor Patrick Van Minsel said residents have handled the challenge well so far.... ## [RCMP officer alleges ‘psychological warfare’ next door](https://www.castanet.net/news/West-Kelowna/627591/RCMP-officer-alleges-psychological-warfare-next-door) _2026-08-11 · Kathy Michaels · Castanet.net - West Kelowna_ A senior Central Okanagan Mountie says a neighbourly relationship with another officer deteriorated into what he described as "psychological warfare" following a wellness check. Staff Sgt. Brendan Dolan testified at a Monday RCMP disciplinary hearing for now on-leave Const. Brad Hart ... ## [Province looking into squatter camp outside Peachland](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/627387/Province-looking-into-squatter-camp-outside-Peachland) _2026-08-10 · Kathy Michaels · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Concerns about a new squatters' encampment in the backwoods above Peachland are being raised just months after a larger one in the Trepanier area was cleared out. MLA Macklin McCall said he's heard from a number of his constituents who are concerned about an encampment near Spring Lake, and its p... ## [ATV rider dies in crash in the hills above Peachland](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/626572/ATV-rider-dies-in-crash-in-the-hills-above-Peachland) _2026-07-30 · Rob Gibson · Castanet.net - Peachland_ UPDATE 3:15 p.m. West Kelowna RCMP say a 72-year-old man died after an ATV collision Wednesday in the hills above Peachland, providing new details on the fatal incident that prompted a search and rescue callout Wednesday. Police say the crash occurred in the area of the former Gladstone Mine, ... ## [Peachland's FireSmart funding has been used up for 2026](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/626298/Peachland-s-FireSmart-funding-has-been-used-up-for-2026) _2026-07-29 · Rob Gibson · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Peachland Fire Rescue Department's FireSmart Rebate Program has been used up for 2026 after all available grant funding was allocated. The department says it saw a strong response from residents this year, with a significant number of property owners taking advantage of the program to complete Fi... ## [Hardy Falls Regional Park to close for salmon habitat project](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/625789/Hardy-Falls-Regional-Park-to-close-for-salmon-habitat-project) _2026-07-23 · Rob Gibson · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Hardy Falls Regional Park in Peachland will be closed from Aug. 4 to 14 while crews carry out a habitat restoration project in the creek, aimed at improving conditions for kokanee salmon spawning. Project preparation will take place on site from July 27 to 31. Construction crews will install new ... ## [Renovated visitor centre on Okanagan Connector no longer 'the bunker'](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/625557/Renovated-visitor-centre-on-Okanagan-Connector-no-longer-the-bunker) _2026-07-21 · Cindy White · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Tourists mingled with dignitaries during the official reopening of the Thompson-Okanagan Tourism Inspiration Centre along the Okanagan Connector above Peachland on Tuesday afternoon. The building that dates back more than 30 years was jokingly known as 'the bunker.' It has gone through an extensi... ## [Licensed Dispensaries, Pay with Crypto (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/dWPdCqTT9J4R) _2026-07-21 · **Sponsored**_ Search verified licensed dispensaries and pay with Bitcoin, Lightning, or stablecoins. ## [Emergency crews rescue man in overturned catamaran near Peachland](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/625238/Emergency-crews-rescue-man-in-overturned-catamaran-near-Peachland) _2026-07-18 · Nicholas Johansen · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Emergency crews rescued a man on Okanagan Lake Friday evening after his small catamaran capsized near Peachland. In a press release, Const. Ginny Folster of the West Kelowna RCMP said a person reported the small, overturned catamaran had last been seen near Peachland's Greata Ranch, about 300 yar... ## [Committee to set pay for next Peachland council](https://www.castanet.net/news/Peachland/623851/Committee-to-set-pay-for-next-Peachland-council) _2026-07-09 · Contributed · Castanet.net - Peachland_ Peachland will establish a committee to look at council pay. A remuneration committee is established in the last year of every council term to set the pay for the next council, Corporate Officer Jennifer Sawatzky explained Tuesday. Council approved the adoption of the terms of reference. A com...