# summerland (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 8 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover summerland. Page: Feed: --- ## [Campbell River group donates $5K for JCI Penticton wildfire relief](https://www.castanet.net/news/Penticton/628807/Campbell-River-group-donates-5K-for-JCI-Penticton-wildfire-relief) _2026-08-23 · Casey Richardson · Castanet.net - Penticton_ JCI Penticton gave a shout-out on Friday to the members of the Campbell River Eagles Auxiliary, who provided $5,000 in funds for wildfire relief. The auxiliary donated funds to support a local non-profit directly assisting individuals and families affected by the Bald Range wildfire near Summerla... ## [Multiple wildfires burning near Tulameen](https://www.castanet.net/news/Penticton/628893/Multiple-wildfires-burning-near-Tulameen) _2026-08-23 · Madison Reeve · Castanet.net - Penticton_ UPDATE: 7:40 p.m. The BC Wildfire Service is responding to multiple new wildfires sparked by lightning across the Kamloops Fire Centre. Officials say the weather system moving through the region is bringing precipitation, which is helping reduce the spread of new wildfire starts. Initi... ## [Wildfire sparks in Kelowna’s Black Mountain](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/22/breaking-wildfire-sparks-in-kelownas-black-mountain/) _2026-08-23 · Brittany Webster · Vernon Morning Star_ The wildfire was caused by lightening ## [UPDATE: Wildfire near Kamloops now held at 44 hectares](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/22/new-20-hectare-wildfire-burning-near-kamloops/) _2026-08-23 · Brendan Shykora · Vernon Morning Star_ The wildfire is burning out of control to the south of Kamloops; BC Wildfire Service is on scene ## [Fire on Beaufort Range near Port Alberni now being held by B.C. Wildfire crews](https://todayinbc.com/2026/08/22/fire-on-beaufort-range-near-port-alberni-now-being-held-by-b-c-wildfire-crews/) _2026-08-23 · Susie Quinn · Today in BC_ Fire near Port Alberni is one of 20 burning on Vancouver Island ## [Multiple small wildfires spark between Tulameen and Coquihalla](https://summerlandreview.com/2026/08/22/multiple-small-wildfires-spark-between-tulameen-and-coquihalla/) _2026-08-23 · Brennan Phillips · Summerland Review_ Lightning is listed as the cause for one of the fires ## [Penticton winery hosting benefit concert for Bald Range wildfire relief](https://www.castanet.net/news/Penticton/628405/Penticton-winery-hosting-benefit-concert-for-Bald-Range-wildfire-relief) _2026-08-23 · Chelsea Powrie · Castanet.net - Penticton_ A South Okanagan winery is planning an evening of concert celebration to benefit wildfire recovery. On Saturday, Sept. 5, "Together for Summerland: A Community Benefit Concert" will bring together local musicians to enjoy at Crescent Hill winery. Winery owners Tysha and Carson Pope d... ## [Abbotsford-Mission MLA to step down, making way for new Conservative leader to seek seat](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/22/abbotsford-mission-mla-to-step-down-making-way-for-new-conservative-leader-to-seek-seat/) _2026-08-23 · none · Vernon Morning Star_ Kerry-Lynne Findlay intends to seek nomination in upcoming byelection ## [Crews responding to lightning-caused wildfire southeast of Princeton](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/22/wildfire-sparks-southeast-of-princeton/) _2026-08-22 · Logan Lockhart · Vernon Morning Star_ The blaze is 0.009 hectares in size ## [Regional district seeking operator for Greater Vernon, Lumby landfills](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/22/regional-district-seeking-operator-for-greater-vernon-lumby-landfills/) _2026-08-22 · Brendan Shykora · Vernon Morning Star_ RDNO issued a request for proposals seeking a contractor to provide a full range of operation services at the two landfills ## [Non-custodial Crypto Payments & Escrow (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/P4VU4cNfjl80) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto with trustless escrow, instant confirmations, and no KYC ## [Penticton council wants to use AI to improve traffic congestion](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/22/penticton-council-wants-to-use-ai-to-improve-traffic-congestion/) _2026-08-22 · Logan Lockhart · Vernon Morning Star_ Notice of motion from Coun. Campbell Watt met with great enthusiasm from fellow councillors, mayor ## [B.C. premier says ‘every weapon’ is on the table as Canada-U.S. trade war escalates](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315797/news/business/economy/b-c-premier-says-every-weapon-is-on-the-table-as-canada-u-s-trade-war-escalates/) _2026-08-22 · Emily Joveski · My Cariboo Now_ B.C. Premier David Eby said the additional 50-per-cent tariffs imposed on Canadian goods by the United States are "inexplicable" and "indefensible" and reaffirmed his refusal to return American alcohol to government liquor store shelves. The post B.C. premier says ‘every weapon’ is on the table as Canada-U.S. trade war escalates appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [RDOS seeks equal, long-term support for rural Bald Range wildfire victims](https://www.castanet.net/news/Penticton/628862/RDOS-seeks-equal-long-term-support-for-rural-Bald-Range-wildfire-victims) _2026-08-22 · Casey Richardson · Castanet.net - Penticton_ There was unanimous support from the Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen board on Thursday to urge the province to step up for those affected by the Bald Range Wildfire. Riley Gettens, the Area F rural Summerland/West Bench director, put forward a motion to write a letter to Premier David E... ## [Carney said Canada was attacked, pointed to divisions inside Trump administration](https://www.mytriportnow.com/50283/news/business/carney-said-canada-was-attacked-pointed-to-divisions-inside-trump-administration/) _2026-08-22 · John White · My Tri-Port Now_ Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada was under economic attack Saturday after trade negotiations collapsed, new U.S. tariffs took effect and he suggested divisions inside U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration contributed to the breakdown. The post Carney said Canada was attacked, pointed to divisions inside Trump administration appeared first on My Tri-Port Now . ## [Red Deer couple celebrates 75th wedding anniversary](https://todayinbc.com/2026/08/22/red-deer-couple-celebrates-75th-wedding-anniversary/) _2026-08-22 · none · Today in BC_ After 75 years of marriage, Eileen and Warren Berry are just as in love with each other as they were in their early 20s. On Saturday, Aug. 22, family and \[…\] ## [Lumby’s Kevin Acton seeking 6th term as mayor](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/22/lumbys-kevin-acton-seeking-6th-term-as-mayor/) _2026-08-22 · Brendan Shykora · Vernon Morning Star_ Acton has announced his bid for re-election in the fall municipal election ## [Penticton councillor asks for full review of reworked intersection, possible reversal of lane reduction](https://summerlandreview.com/2026/08/22/penticton-councillor-asks-for-full-review-of-reworked-intersection-possible-reversal-of-lane-reduction/) _2026-08-22 · Logan Lockhart · Summerland Review_ 'I want it to be safe and I don't want there to be an incident that we didn't see coming': Coun. Jason Reynen ## [‘Indefensible’: B.C. Premier Eby responds to collapsed Canada-U.S. trade talks](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/22/indefensible-b-c-premier-eby-responds-to-collapsed-canada-u-s-trade-talks/) _2026-08-22 · none · Vernon Morning Star_ Eby says U.S. alcohol not going back on B.C. Liquor Store shelves ## [PenSAR urges backcountry caution after young hiker rescued](https://www.castanet.net/news/Penticton/628688/PenSAR-urges-backcountry-caution-after-young-hiker-rescued) _2026-08-22 · Casey Richardson · Castanet.net - Penticton_ The Penticton & District Search and Rescue team is encouraging people to be prepared before heading out to the backcountry. PenSAR shared that they were called on Wednesday afternoon to Okanagan Mountain Provincial Park for a medical emergency involving a young hiker, The hiker's guide act... ## [UPDATE: Crews expect ‘erratic, gusty winds,’ as Summerland wildfire continues to grow](https://todayinbc.com/2026/08/22/bald-range-wildfire-sits-at-24622-hectares-west-of-summerland/) _2026-08-22 · none · Today in BC_ The blaze is 25,000 hectares in size ## [Stop CI/CD & Supply-Chain Attacks (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/3FpAEl3O0JeD) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Per-PR: 17 CI/CD checks and package malware scans with inline Check Run findings. ## [Safety City celebrates 25 years in Red Deer](https://todayinbc.com/2026/08/22/safety-city-celebrates-25-years-in-red-deer/) _2026-08-22 · none · Today in BC_ About 70,000 Central Alberta children have learned about injury prevention at Red Deer’s Safety City over the past quarter-century. Safety City hosted its 25-year celebration on Saturday, Aug. 22. Families \[…\] ## [Victoria police chief recognized nationally for leadership](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/22/victoria-police-chief-recognized-nationally-for-leadership/) _2026-08-22 · none · Vernon Morning Star_ Police chief Fiona Wilson was also named one of B.C.’s Women of the Year in May ## [Thunderstorm watch issued for Okanagan, Shuswap, South Thompson](https://todayinbc.com/2026/08/22/thunderstorm-watch-issued-for-okanagan-shuswap-south-thompson/) _2026-08-22 · none · Today in BC_ Conditions favourable for development of severe thunderstorms: Environment Canada ## [More evacuation orders, alerts issued in response to Pear Lake fire near Clinton](https://todayinbc.com/2026/08/22/more-evacuation-orders-alerts-issued-in-response-to-pear-lake-fire-near-clinton/) _2026-08-22 · none · Today in BC_ Fire moving towards Hwy. 99 west of Cache Creek; highway remains open with no stopping ## [Bald Range wildfire sits at 24,622 hectares west of Summerland](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/22/bald-range-wildfire-sits-at-24622-hectares-west-of-summerland/) _2026-08-22 · Brayden Ursel · Vernon Morning Star_ The fire continues to burn out of control more than two weeks after it was discovered ## [ONC joins the hunt for cosmic particles in the ocean](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/22/onc-joins-the-hunt-for-cosmic-particles-in-the-ocean/) _2026-08-22 · none · Vernon Morning Star_ ONC becomes part of P-ONE project, to install a new deep-sea telescope to detect neutrinos ## [Rare praying mantis sighting made in Vernon](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/22/rare-praying-mantis-sighting-made-in-vernon/) _2026-08-22 · Jennifer Smith · Vernon Morning Star_ Insect spotted just after shedding its exoskeleton ## [Penticton Chamber of Commerce weighs in on court case involving arson of local dealership](https://www.castanet.net/news/Penticton/628821/Penticton-Chamber-of-Commerce-weighs-in-on-court-case-involving-arson-of-local-dealership) _2026-08-22 · Chelsea Powrie · Castanet.net - Penticton_ The Penticton business community has made the unusual move of weighing in on an ongoing court case, publicly stating its hope that a stiff sentence be handed to a man who damaged one of their own. In a press release this week, the Penticton and Wine Country Chamber of Commerce urged the book be t... ## [Keremeos man will serve house arrest for weapons charge](https://www.castanet.net/news/Penticton/628648/Keremeos-man-will-serve-house-arrest-for-weapons-charge) _2026-08-22 · Chelsea Powrie · Castanet.net - Penticton_ A Keremeos man will serve his jail time at home following a drunken argument involving an illegally owned shotgun. Arthur James Cramp, in his early 20s, appeared in Penticton court this week after pleading guilty to firearms-related charges stemming from an event in 2025. Court heard that on M... ## [Canada vows dollar-for-dollar retaliation as 50-per-cent U.S. tariffs take effect](https://www.mytriportnow.com/50281/news/business/canada-vows-dollar-for-dollar-retaliation-as-50-per-cent-u-s-tariffs-take-effect/) _2026-08-22 · John White · My Tri-Port Now_ Canada suspended trade negotiations with the United States and pledged dollar-for-dollar retaliation as additional 50-per-cent U.S. tariffs took effect early Saturday on about $28 billion in Canadian goods. The post Canada vows dollar-for-dollar retaliation as 50-per-cent U.S. tariffs take effect appeared first on My Tri-Port Now . ## [Trade Smarter With IBKR (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OLXdusZK3of0) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Join Interactive Brokers through a referral and start investing with low-cost global access. ## [Penticton pub celebrates International Dog Day with weekend for pups](https://www.castanet.net/news/Penticton/628655/Penticton-pub-celebrates-International-Dog-Day-with-weekend-for-pups) _2026-08-22 · Casey Richardson · Castanet.net - Penticton_ A Penticton Pub is celebrating all things dog this weekend, welcoming in all types of pups and their owners for treats and fun. Dragonboat Pub is celebrating International Dog Day a little early with their annual Dog Days Weekend. Furry friends are invited to join on Aug. 22 and 23 from 11 a.m... ## [Construction on central Armstrong road progressing, set to reduce during IPE](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/21/construction-on-central-armstrong-road-progressing-set-to-reduce-during-ipe/) _2026-08-22 · Brendan Shykora · Vernon Morning Star_ The city has released the construction schedule for the next few weeks on Pleasant Valley Boulevard ## [Residents asked to report invasive puncture vine in Penticton](https://www.castanet.net/news/Penticton/628809/Residents-asked-to-report-invasive-puncture-vine-in-Penticton) _2026-08-22 · Casey Richardson · Castanet.net - Penticton_ Watch out for an invasive plant popping up in Penticton that produces a hard, spiny seed pod that can poke into shoes, skin, tires and your pet's paws. The City is asking residents to watch for puncture vine, a summer annual plant that thrives in hot, dry conditions. "City crews have resp... ## [Montréal minor arrested, allegedly used AI to plan school attack](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/21/montreal-minor-arrested-allegedly-used-ai-to-plan-school-attack/) _2026-08-22 · none · Vernon Morning Star_ Police say FBI shared information with Mounties ## [Mayor of Williams Lake speaks out against Hate and Intimidation](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315765/news/communty/mayor-of-williams-lake-speaks-out-against-hate-and-intimidation/) _2026-08-22 · Teryn Midzain · My Cariboo Now_ Williams Lake Mayor Surinderpal Rathor speaks out against discriminatory comments that were made online about the City raising the Pride Flag at City Hall. The post Mayor of Williams Lake speaks out against Hate and Intimidation appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Less than half expected sockeye returning to B.C.’s Fraser River this year](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/21/less-than-half-expected-sockeye-returning-to-b-c-s-fraser-river-this-year/) _2026-08-21 · none · Vernon Morning Star_ This year was supposed to be a dominant cycle year ## [Tumbler Ridge shooting documents detail confusion around number of shooters](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/21/tumbler-ridge-shooting-documents-detail-confusion-around-number-of-shooters/) _2026-08-21 · none · Vernon Morning Star_ Media consortium petitions court to release hundreds of pages of documents into mass shooting investigation ## [Prince George plane lost engine power before fatal crash, investigators say](https://www.mytriportnow.com/50278/news/emergency-services/prince-george-plane-lost-engine-power-before-fatal-crash-investigators-say/) _2026-08-21 · Brendan Pawliw · My Tri-Port Now_ A plane that made a fatal emergency landing on a Prince George road Thursday lost power in one engine before colliding with four vehicles, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada said. The post Prince George plane lost engine power before fatal crash, investigators say appeared first on My Tri-Port Now . ## [B.C. man sentenced to 22 years in jail for sex offences](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/21/b-c-man-sentenced-to-22-years-in-jail-for-sex-offences/) _2026-08-21 · none · Vernon Morning Star_ Shaun Pater was sentenced for historical offences; publication ban still in effect ## [Majority of B.C. teachers concerned AI is impacting critical thinking skills, finds survey](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315783/news/education/majority-of-b-c-teachers-concerned-ai-is-impacting-critical-thinking-skills-finds-survey/) _2026-08-21 · Emily Joveski · My Cariboo Now_ The B.C. Teachers' Federation said educators need a bigger voice in shaping school AI policies as teachers raise concerns about the technology's effects on students. The post Majority of B.C. teachers concerned AI is impacting critical thinking skills, finds survey appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [B.C. extends state of emergency for wildfires to Aug. 29](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315779/news/emergency-services/fire/wildfires/b-c-extends-state-of-emergency-for-wildfires-to-aug-29/) _2026-08-21 · Emily Joveski · My Cariboo Now_ B.C. has extended its provincial state of emergency until Aug. 29 as wildfire risks remain high across the province. The post B.C. extends state of emergency for wildfires to Aug. 29 appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [A mountain biker was seriously injured in Quesnel](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315777/news/emergency-services/a-mountain-biker-was-seriously-injured-in-quesnel/) _2026-08-21 · George Henderson · My Cariboo Now_ The Quesnel Volunteer Fire Department helped to rescue a seriously injured mountain biker on Friday. (August 21) The post A mountain biker was seriously injured in Quesnel appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [South Cariboo residents won’t have access to their local emergency department overnight](https://www.mycariboonow.com/315786/news/health-care/south-cariboo-residents-wont-have-access-to-their-local-emergency-department-overnight/) _2026-08-21 · George Henderson · My Cariboo Now_ A temporary service interruption has been announced for 100 Mile District General Hospital. The post South Cariboo residents won’t have access to their local emergency department overnight appeared first on My Cariboo Now . ## [Thinking of running for SD20 trustee? Trail session offers details](https://todayinbc.com/2026/08/21/thinking-of-running-for-sd20-school-trustee-trail-session-offers-details/) _2026-08-21 · none · Today in BC_ School District 20 event will outline trustee role, responsibilities and election process ## [Law enforcement officers camping outside Red Deer Walmart to support Special Olympics](https://todayinbc.com/2026/08/21/law-enforcement-officers-camping-outside-red-deer-walmart-to-support-special-olympics/) _2026-08-21 · none · Today in BC_ Red Deer law enforcement officers will spend the weekend camping outside the city’s south Walmart in support of local Special Olympics athletes. The Law Enforcement Torch Run’s annual Free Our \[…\] ## [HAIR AND NOW – Episode 339 August 14, 2026](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/119369/on-air/hair-now/hair-and-now-episode-339-august-14-2026/) _2026-08-21 · Kent Schumaker · My Comox Valley Now_ Brian Howes and Kent Schumaker host an hour of the 80's 'side shows'. The Bands made up of stars from other bands, solely intended as side projects. Some of them had more potential than the original band. The post HAIR AND NOW – Episode 339 August 14, 2026 appeared first on My Comox Valley Now . [Listen](https://www.mycomoxvalleynow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/HAIR-AND-NOW-AUGUST-14-2026-EPISODE.mp3) ## [Sam Kootnikoff](https://todayinbc.com/2026/08/21/sam-kootnikoff/) _2026-08-21 · none · Today in BC_ In Loving Memory ~ ## [Marion (Petter) Massey](https://todayinbc.com/2026/08/21/marion-petter-massey-2/) _2026-08-21 · none · Today in BC_ Marion (Petter) Massey passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026, surrounded by love. She was 87. Marion was born in Petersfield, England in 1939 at the outset of WW II. In 1940, she was sent to Comox, B.C. to stay with her grandparents, returning to England in 1944 to reunite with her parents and two new brothers. The family emigrated to Canada in 1946 where they settled in Victoria. ## [Grace Elaine Paquette](https://todayinbc.com/2026/08/21/grace-elaine-paquette/) _2026-08-21 · none · Today in BC_ In Loving Memory ~ ## [State of emergency extended in B.C. due to wildfire risk](https://vernonmorningstar.com/2026/08/21/state-of-emergency-extended-in-b-c-due-to-wildfire-risk/) _2026-08-21 · none · Vernon Morning Star_ Provincial hasn't had to issue emergency orders yet