City of West Kelowna

The McDougall Creek wildfire continues to burn north of West Kelowna. (Gary Barnes/Capital News)

West Kelowna schools in wildfire protocol mode from McDougall Creek fire

Steps taken for schools in evacuation zone

The McDougall Creek wildfire continues to burn north of West Kelowna. (Gary Barnes/Capital News)
Large flames rise from McDougall Creek blaze on Thursday. (Contributed)
Large flames rise from McDougall Creek blaze on Thursday. (Contributed)
4,800 properties are on evacuation alert due to the McDougall Creek wildfire near West Kelowna. (cordemergency.ca)
4,800 properties are on evacuation alert due to the McDougall Creek wildfire near West Kelowna. (cordemergency.ca)
Fire burning above West Kelowna. (Jen Zielinski/ Black Press)

Wildfire in hills above McDougall Creek in West Kelowna

The fire was first reported at about 6 p.m.

Fire burning above West Kelowna. (Jen Zielinski/ Black Press)
Kelowna Women’s Shelter staff (Jacqueline Gelineau/Capital News)

New West Kelowna women’s shelter provides safe reprieve from abuse

‘When the time is right, give us a call,’the new shelter offers low-barrier access to safety

Kelowna Women’s Shelter staff (Jacqueline Gelineau/Capital News)
West Kelowna fire captain. (Black Press file photo)

West Kelowna residents rush to extinguish hedge fire

The fire was found around 10 p.m. Thursday night

West Kelowna fire captain. (Black Press file photo)
The West Kelowna Warriors will take on Langley and Victoria at the annual BCHL showcase taking place in Seattle. (Lisa Mazurek)

Let’s get Kraken: West Kelowna Warriors to take part in BCHL showcase in Seattle

It’s the first time the BCHL showcase has happened in the Emerald City

The West Kelowna Warriors will take on Langley and Victoria at the annual BCHL showcase taking place in Seattle. (Lisa Mazurek)
Mamas for Mamas is calling upon individuals and groups from the development, real estate, and construction sectors to support the campaign and be a part of creating lasting change for families in need. (Black Press file photo)

Okanagan non-profit takes stand against invisible homelessness

Mamas For Mamas has launched its ‘Fill The Gap Campaign’

Mamas for Mamas is calling upon individuals and groups from the development, real estate, and construction sectors to support the campaign and be a part of creating lasting change for families in need. (Black Press file photo)
Workers set up a Rohe Homes Lotus Mini unit on site. (Rohe Homes video)

Foldable homes could provide relief from Central Okanagan housing crisis

‘At the end of the day our job is to make construction easier for the customer’

Workers set up a Rohe Homes Lotus Mini unit on site. (Rohe Homes video)
Interior Savings Moonlight Movie Tour Coming to the Okanagan from Aug. 15-17. (BGC Okanagan)

Lets-a go! Moonlight Movie Tour comes to Central Okanagan

The movies will be played from Aug. 15 to 17.

Interior Savings Moonlight Movie Tour Coming to the Okanagan from Aug. 15-17. (BGC Okanagan)
Melissa Grassmick presents Julia’s Junction, and inclusive playground for children of all abilities, during a grand opening ceremony at Westbank Centre Park in West Kelowna on July 31, 2023. (Gary Barnes/Capital News)

‘Thank you from the bottom of my heart’: Julia’s Junction opens in West Kelowna

The playground is an accessible and inclusive space for children of all abilities

Melissa Grassmick presents Julia’s Junction, and inclusive playground for children of all abilities, during a grand opening ceremony at Westbank Centre Park in West Kelowna on July 31, 2023. (Gary Barnes/Capital News)
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Cyclist dead after medical emergency on West Kelowna trails

BC Coroner is investigating

  • Jul 31, 2023
(File photo)
White Spot’s annual Pirate Pak Day returns after a three-year hiatus on Wednesday, Aug. 16. For each Adult or Kids Pirte Pak purchased, $2 will be donated to the Zajac Ranch for Children, funding camp experiences for youth suffering from serious medical conditions. (White Spot Facebook)

Okanagan White Spot restaurants patch together Pirate Pak Day

Popular fundraiser returns after three-year break Wednesday, Aug. 16; raises money for Zajac Ranch

White Spot’s annual Pirate Pak Day returns after a three-year hiatus on Wednesday, Aug. 16. For each Adult or Kids Pirte Pak purchased, $2 will be donated to the Zajac Ranch for Children, funding camp experiences for youth suffering from serious medical conditions. (White Spot Facebook)
(Dave Ogilvie/Submitted)
(Dave Ogilvie/Submitted)
A hopper was stolen from Urban Distilleries in West Kelowna on July 21,2023. (Crime Stoppers/Submitted)
A hopper was stolen from Urban Distilleries in West Kelowna on July 21,2023. (Crime Stoppers/Submitted)
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Man and pup saved from steep slope above cliff by West Kelowna rope team

A man and his dog became stranded while out for a hike at Bear Creek Provincial Park

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Firefighters are seen battling a blaze in West Kelowna on July 24, 2023. (Brittany Webster/Capital News)

Grass fires spark in West Kelowna off Hwy. 97

Crews called to the scene around 12:30p.m. on July 24

Firefighters are seen battling a blaze in West Kelowna on July 24, 2023. (Brittany Webster/Capital News)
(Valhalla Helicopters/Facebook)

Fundraiser started for helicopter pilot killed in Alberta wildfire crash

Ryan Gould was flying with Kelowna-based Valhalla helicopters when he crashed

(Valhalla Helicopters/Facebook)
Former West Kelowna Warrior and Nanaimo Clipper Skyler Cameron (left) is financial help after both his parents died within weeks of each other earlier this year. (Skyler Cameron/Facebook)

West Kelowna, Nanaimo BCHL alumni needs help after death of parents

The parents of former Warrior, Clipper Skyler Cameron died within weeks of each other

Former West Kelowna Warrior and Nanaimo Clipper Skyler Cameron (left) is financial help after both his parents died within weeks of each other earlier this year. (Skyler Cameron/Facebook)
(BC Wildfire Service/Facebook)
(BC Wildfire Service/Facebook)