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Orchardist Karmjit Gill (pictured above) says he is scared for his life after being threatened by a man Monday night. Former BCFGA president Kirpal Boparai has been charged with uttering threats and possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

Former BCFGA president charged

Kirpal Boparai, former president of the BC Fruit Growers' Association, was released on bail Tuesday after being charged Monday night.

Orchardist Karmjit Gill (pictured above) says he is scared for his life after being threatened by a man Monday night. Former BCFGA president Kirpal Boparai has been charged with uttering threats and possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
The Glenrosa wildfire began July 18, 2009 and—along with a Rose Valley fire the same day—forced 17,000 West Kelowna residents out of their homes. Four years later, issues still exist regarding an alternative, effective escape route out of Glenrosa.

Transportation issues still exist 4 years after Glenrosa fire

New Transportation Master Plan to suggest additional evacuation route.

The Glenrosa wildfire began July 18, 2009 and—along with a Rose Valley fire the same day—forced 17,000 West Kelowna residents out of their homes. Four years later, issues still exist regarding an alternative, effective escape route out of Glenrosa.
Hundreds filled the bleachers at City Park Saturday for the Okanagan Pride Festival in the Park. Prior to the festival, the Pride March took place from Stuart Park to City Park.

Okanagan Pride Festival organizers ‘overwhelmed’ by number of participants

Rainbow flags were held proudly Saturday as hundreds marched to City Park to celebrate the Okanagan Pride Festival in Kelowna.

Hundreds filled the bleachers at City Park Saturday for the Okanagan Pride Festival in the Park. Prior to the festival, the Pride March took place from Stuart Park to City Park.
Artist Louise Lambert shows off her painting, Beach Buddies, at Art in the Park—held at Quails' Gate Estate Winery—last Saturday. The second Art in the Park event will be held at Rotary Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. this Saturday.

Hundreds attend Art in the Park

Art in the Park continues this Saturday at Rotary Park in West Kelowna.

Artist Louise Lambert shows off her painting, Beach Buddies, at Art in the Park—held at Quails' Gate Estate Winery—last Saturday. The second Art in the Park event will be held at Rotary Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. this Saturday.
West Kelowna Mayor Doug Findlater cuts the ribbon to celebrate the completion of the third phase of Gellatly Road upgrades. Findlater was joined by (from left): Coun. David Knowles, Coun. Carol Zanon, Okanagan-Coquihalla MP Dan Albas, Kelowna-Lake Country MLA Norm Letnick, Coun. Rick de Jong and Coun. Duane Ophus.

West Kelowna unveils third phase of Gellatly Road upgrades

The $3.15 million project includes road resurfacing, cycling lanes and a list of improvements to the existing lakeside trail.

West Kelowna Mayor Doug Findlater cuts the ribbon to celebrate the completion of the third phase of Gellatly Road upgrades. Findlater was joined by (from left): Coun. David Knowles, Coun. Carol Zanon, Okanagan-Coquihalla MP Dan Albas, Kelowna-Lake Country MLA Norm Letnick, Coun. Rick de Jong and Coun. Duane Ophus.

Smith Creek residents oppose rezoning application

Emotions ran high at a District of West Kelowna public hearing Tuesday as more than 40 people crowded into council chambers.

Members of the Duchy of Connacht demonstrate medieval weapons to a crowd at Camelot Vineyards Saturday as part of the winery's fourth annual Medieval Fair.

Camelot Vineyards relives the Middle Ages

Camelot Vineyards transformed into a village from Medieval Times Saturday as it hosted its fourth annual Medieval Fair.

Members of the Duchy of Connacht demonstrate medieval weapons to a crowd at Camelot Vineyards Saturday as part of the winery's fourth annual Medieval Fair.
Thousands came out for the Downtown Kelowna Block Party Saturday. Bernard Avenue was opened to pedestrian traffic only as vendors and entertainment lined the street. The event was put on by the Downtown Kelowna Association.

Thousands attend 24th annual Downtown Kelowna Block Party

Saturday's sunshine, which was sandwiched between thundershowers, seemed to be reserved for the 24th annual Downtown Kelowna Block Party.

Thousands came out for the Downtown Kelowna Block Party Saturday. Bernard Avenue was opened to pedestrian traffic only as vendors and entertainment lined the street. The event was put on by the Downtown Kelowna Association.
A Peachland team paddles a war canoe in Okanagan Lake in 1911.

Inaugural Okanagan Paddlefest to celebrate history

One hundred years and one day ago, Peachland hosted its last major regatta. The Okanagan Paddlefest aims to relive that history.

A Peachland team paddles a war canoe in Okanagan Lake in 1911.
Westbank First Nation's current council consists of: (From left) Coun. Mike De Guevara, Coun. Lorrie Hogaboam, Chief Robert Louie, Coun. Chris Derickson and Coun. Mic Werstuik. The 2013 WFN election takes place Aug. 30 with two chief candidates and 12 candidates running for councillor positions.

Westbank First Nation gears up for 2013 election

Westbank First Nation members will decide who will represent them for the next three years when they go to the polls Aug. 30.

Westbank First Nation's current council consists of: (From left) Coun. Mike De Guevara, Coun. Lorrie Hogaboam, Chief Robert Louie, Coun. Chris Derickson and Coun. Mic Werstuik. The 2013 WFN election takes place Aug. 30 with two chief candidates and 12 candidates running for councillor positions.
Close-up: Thanks for visiting

Close-up: Thanks for visiting

Friday marks the beginning of Kelowna's biggest tourism weekend of the year.

Close-up: Thanks for visiting
Vancouver Whitecaps left fullback Jordan Harvey (back, blue shirt) talks to a group of kids at a soccer skills camp in West Kelowna Wednesday.

Vancouver Whitecap inspires young West Kelowna soccer players

Jordan Harvey visited a Vancouver Whitecaps soccer skills camp, which is taking place this week at Constable Neil Bruce Middle School.

Vancouver Whitecaps left fullback Jordan Harvey (back, blue shirt) talks to a group of kids at a soccer skills camp in West Kelowna Wednesday.
Nearby residents watch and take photos as a bush fire burns near Scenic Road in Glenmore.

Glenmore fire contained on all sides, forestry fire crews on route

Firefighters have the Glenmore bush fire contained on all sides while forestry fire crews are on route and a helicopter remains on standby.

Nearby residents watch and take photos as a bush fire burns near Scenic Road in Glenmore.
Mike Sperling gets ink done on his leg by Nick Matovich of Vernon's Five Fathoms Tattoo at the 2013 Okanagan Tattoo Show held in Parkinson Recreation Centre Saturday.

Inaugural tattoo show makes its mark in Okanagan

Hundreds visited Parkinson Recreation Centre Saturday to check out the work of some of western Canada's top tattoo artists.

Mike Sperling gets ink done on his leg by Nick Matovich of Vernon's Five Fathoms Tattoo at the 2013 Okanagan Tattoo Show held in Parkinson Recreation Centre Saturday.
A crash on Highway 97 near Oyama Road nearly sent a motorhome into Wood Lake Thursday afternoon. The driver of the car involved in the crash was sent to hospital with undetermined injuries. All five passengers of the recreational vehicle were uninjured.

Crash nearly sends motorhome into Wood Lake

An Edmonton family is thanking a higher power after they escaped unscathed from a crash that nearly sent their motorhome into Wood Lake.

A crash on Highway 97 near Oyama Road nearly sent a motorhome into Wood Lake Thursday afternoon. The driver of the car involved in the crash was sent to hospital with undetermined injuries. All five passengers of the recreational vehicle were uninjured.
RCMP reserve constables Phillip Boissonneault (right) and AJ MacKinnon approach one of three boats they conducted a safety check on Thursday morning.

Reserve constables patrol Okanagan Lake

"We're not here to make life miserable for people; our focus is water safety and saving lives," - reserve constable Phillip Boissonneault.

RCMP reserve constables Phillip Boissonneault (right) and AJ MacKinnon approach one of three boats they conducted a safety check on Thursday morning.

Village at Smith Creek to add 23 units

West Kelowna council has given Village at Smith Creek the green light to construct a four-storey, 23 unit addition.

Liberal Party leader Justin Trudeau meets with supporters in Kelowna Tuesday morning. The visit was part of a multi-day B.C. tour.

Trudeau mania part two? Kelowna gathers to meet Liberal leader

Liberal Party leader Justin Trudeau was in town as part of a multi-day B.C. tour, which began Sunday in Cranbrook.

Liberal Party leader Justin Trudeau meets with supporters in Kelowna Tuesday morning. The visit was part of a multi-day B.C. tour.
Kelowna fire chief wants Legacy apartments retrofitted with balcony, attic sprinklers

Kelowna fire chief wants Legacy apartments retrofitted with balcony, attic sprinklers

Carlisle reiterated his position of the need for a change in the B.C. building code Thursday.

Kelowna fire chief wants Legacy apartments retrofitted with balcony, attic sprinklers

Jazzercise instructor plans fundraiser for Alberta flood victims

Paula Cowan hopes to get participants dancing, working out and, ultimately, helping their neighbours to the east.