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Central Okanagan Search and Rescue saw its third busiest year in 2025.
The team responded to 104 emergencies.
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The team responded to 104 emergencies.
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Central Okanagan Search and Rescue saw its third busiest year in 2025
The Central Okanagan Search and Rescue (COSAR) team closed out 2025 with its third-busiest year on record, responding to 104 emergency calls, includin.
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January 1, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Central Okanagan Search and Rescue saw its third busiest year in 2025.
The team responded to 104 emergencies.
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The team responded to 104 emergencies.
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BC's first baby of 2026 was born at Kelowna General Hospital.
The family welcomed their newborn shortly after midnight.
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The family welcomed their newborn shortly after midnight.
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BC's first baby of 2026 was born at Kelowna General Hospital
The first baby of the New Year was born in the BC Interior.
At 12:18 am, a family welcomed a baby at Kelowna General Hospital.
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January 1, 2026 at 4:28 PM
BC's first baby of 2026 was born at Kelowna General Hospital.
The family welcomed their newborn shortly after midnight.
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The family welcomed their newborn shortly after midnight.
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Big White: Scattered cloud with unlimited visibility.
There are 111 runs open with 16 lifts operating.
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There are 111 runs open with 16 lifts operating.
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Big White: Scattered cloud with unlimited visibility
Conditions are packed and groomed at Big White for News Years Day.
Although no new snow fell overnight, the conditions are looking id...
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January 1, 2026 at 4:18 PM
Big White: Scattered cloud with unlimited visibility.
There are 111 runs open with 16 lifts operating.
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There are 111 runs open with 16 lifts operating.
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Kelowna weather: Chance of flurries for New Years Day.
Happy New Year Kelowna!
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Happy New Year Kelowna!
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Kelowna weather: Chance of flurries for New Years Day
Happy New Year Kelowna!
The first day of 2026 is shaping up to be fairly mild and warm.
Environment Canada is calling for a mainly...
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January 1, 2026 at 4:13 PM
Kelowna weather: Chance of flurries for New Years Day.
Happy New Year Kelowna!
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Happy New Year Kelowna!
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Noah reclaims top spot as BC's most popular baby name in 2025.
The Ministry of Health said 41,557 babies were registered as born in BC last year.
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The Ministry of Health said 41,557 babies were registered as born in BC last year.
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Noah reclaims top spot as BC's most popular baby name in 2025
The top baby name in British Columbia reclaimed its spot after being dethroned in 2024.
Noah was the most popular name in the province in 2025.
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January 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Noah reclaims top spot as BC's most popular baby name in 2025.
The Ministry of Health said 41,557 babies were registered as born in BC last year.
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The Ministry of Health said 41,557 babies were registered as born in BC last year.
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Add this Okanagan ski resort’s forest skating loop to your winter bucket list.
Why go for a skate on a small rink when you could glide through a snowy forest ⛸️❄️🌲
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Why go for a skate on a small rink when you could glide through a snowy forest ⛸️❄️🌲
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January 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Add this Okanagan ski resort’s forest skating loop to your winter bucket list.
Why go for a skate on a small rink when you could glide through a snowy forest ⛸️❄️🌲
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Why go for a skate on a small rink when you could glide through a snowy forest ⛸️❄️🌲
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11th Annual Kelowna Polar Bear Dip happens today.
All proceeds raised from the event will go directly towards adaptive outdoor recreation programs for people with disabilities.
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All proceeds raised from the event will go directly towards adaptive outdoor recreation programs for people with disabilities.
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11th Annual Kelowna Polar Bear Dip happens today
The 11th annual New Year’s Day Polar Bear Dip in support of Adaptive Adventures is happening today.
Since 2015, Adaptive Adventures (prev.
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January 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM
11th Annual Kelowna Polar Bear Dip happens today.
All proceeds raised from the event will go directly towards adaptive outdoor recreation programs for people with disabilities.
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All proceeds raised from the event will go directly towards adaptive outdoor recreation programs for people with disabilities.
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Canada beats Finland in high-scoring affair to earn top spot in group at World Juniors
The win means Canada will take on Slovakia in the quarterfinals on Friday while Finland matches up with the host Americans.
Recap ⤵️
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The win means Canada will take on Slovakia in the quarterfinals on Friday while Finland matches up with the host Americans.
Recap ⤵️
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Canada beats Finland in high-scoring affair to earn top spot in group at World Juniors
There were two games played in Minnesota on New Year’s Eve to decide the top spot in each group at the World Juniors.
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January 1, 2026 at 4:45 AM
Canada beats Finland in high-scoring affair to earn top spot in group at World Juniors
The win means Canada will take on Slovakia in the quarterfinals on Friday while Finland matches up with the host Americans.
Recap ⤵️
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The win means Canada will take on Slovakia in the quarterfinals on Friday while Finland matches up with the host Americans.
Recap ⤵️
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The top 10 dog and cat names in Canada in 2025 revealed
Whatever happened to Rover and Fluffy? 🔻
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Whatever happened to Rover and Fluffy? 🔻
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The top dog and cat names in Canada in 2025 revealed
It must be its celestial elegance, its otherworldly mystery and grace and tie-in to the continuum of space and time.
It's the name Luna, w...
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January 1, 2026 at 12:00 AM
The top 10 dog and cat names in Canada in 2025 revealed
Whatever happened to Rover and Fluffy? 🔻
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Whatever happened to Rover and Fluffy? 🔻
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Canada unveils men’s hockey roster for 2026 Olympics
Meet the group that will look to win a gold medal in Italy in February! 🔽
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Meet the group that will look to win a gold medal in Italy in February! 🔽
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Canada unveils men’s hockey roster for 2026 Olympics
After weeks, months and even years of discussion, Canada’s first Olympic men’s hockey roster featuring NHL players in 12 yea...
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December 31, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Canada unveils men’s hockey roster for 2026 Olympics
Meet the group that will look to win a gold medal in Italy in February! 🔽
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Meet the group that will look to win a gold medal in Italy in February! 🔽
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Here’s everything coming to Disney Plus in January 2026
The debut of Marvel Television's Wonder Man, the return of several other exciting shows and National Geographic adventures with Will Smith.
Full list ⤵️
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The debut of Marvel Television's Wonder Man, the return of several other exciting shows and National Geographic adventures with Will Smith.
Full list ⤵️
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Here’s everything coming to Disney Plus in January 2026
While nothing jumps off the page, the new year starts with some intriguing additions on Disney Plus.
Throughout January, the streaming service.
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December 31, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Here’s everything coming to Disney Plus in January 2026
The debut of Marvel Television's Wonder Man, the return of several other exciting shows and National Geographic adventures with Will Smith.
Full list ⤵️
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The debut of Marvel Television's Wonder Man, the return of several other exciting shows and National Geographic adventures with Will Smith.
Full list ⤵️
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A year-end message from Kelowna-Mission MLA Gavin Dew
"As we turn the page on the past 12 months, my focus remains where it has always been: common sense solutions, accountability, and relentless advocacy for the people I represent."
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"As we turn the page on the past 12 months, my focus remains where it has always been: common sense solutions, accountability, and relentless advocacy for the people I represent."
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A year-end message from Kelowna-Mission MLA Gavin Dew
As the year comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on two things at once: the direction our province is heading, and the work I&rs...
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December 31, 2025 at 10:00 PM
A year-end message from Kelowna-Mission MLA Gavin Dew
"As we turn the page on the past 12 months, my focus remains where it has always been: common sense solutions, accountability, and relentless advocacy for the people I represent."
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"As we turn the page on the past 12 months, my focus remains where it has always been: common sense solutions, accountability, and relentless advocacy for the people I represent."
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Central Okanagan Santa Bus raised over $46K for families, children in need.
That includes $6,554 in cash and gift cards and over 960 toys.
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That includes $6,554 in cash and gift cards and over 960 toys.
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Central Okanagan Santa Bus raised over $46K for families, children in need
The 23rd annual Santa Bus was another huge success with several thousand dollars raised and nearly 1,000 toys collected for families in...
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December 31, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Central Okanagan Santa Bus raised over $46K for families, children in need.
That includes $6,554 in cash and gift cards and over 960 toys.
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That includes $6,554 in cash and gift cards and over 960 toys.
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Ostriches, murder, big-time events, airport expansion, joblessness, apartment glut and road closures all on the list of Kelowna's top 10 news stories of 2025
Who could have predicted the year that was? 🔻
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Who could have predicted the year that was? 🔻
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Ostriches, murder, big-time events, airport expansion, joblessness, apartment glut and road closures all on the list of Kelowna's top 10 news stories of 2025
In many ways, it was a bizarre year in Kelowna.
Who could have predicted that ostriches would dominate the headlines in 2025?
Crazy we...
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December 31, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Ostriches, murder, big-time events, airport expansion, joblessness, apartment glut and road closures all on the list of Kelowna's top 10 news stories of 2025
Who could have predicted the year that was? 🔻
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Who could have predicted the year that was? 🔻
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BC Highway Patrol impounds 14 excessive speeders on Christmas Day.
Two drivers were caught doing 145 and 147 km/h in an 80 zone.
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Two drivers were caught doing 145 and 147 km/h in an 80 zone.
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BC Highway Patrol impounds 14 excessive speeders on Christmas Day
Over a dozen excessive speeders were stopped by one BC Highway Patrol officer on Christmas day.
The officer was patrolling on the Sea...
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December 31, 2025 at 6:53 PM
BC Highway Patrol impounds 14 excessive speeders on Christmas Day.
Two drivers were caught doing 145 and 147 km/h in an 80 zone.
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Two drivers were caught doing 145 and 147 km/h in an 80 zone.
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Snowshoer rescued from Big White area Tuesday night.
This was the Central Okanagan Search and Rescue's 104th task of the year.
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This was the Central Okanagan Search and Rescue's 104th task of the year.
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Snowshoer rescued from Big White area Tuesday night
A lost snowshoer was rescued from a remote area near Big White during the Central Okanagan Search and Rescue (COSAR) team’s 104th task of the ye.
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December 31, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Snowshoer rescued from Big White area Tuesday night.
This was the Central Okanagan Search and Rescue's 104th task of the year.
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This was the Central Okanagan Search and Rescue's 104th task of the year.
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Here’s everything coming to Netflix Canada in January 2026
A new Damon-Affleck film, the return of Bridgerton, a documentary on the Elizabeth Smart case, lots of WWE and more!
Full list ⤵️
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A new Damon-Affleck film, the return of Bridgerton, a documentary on the Elizabeth Smart case, lots of WWE and more!
Full list ⤵️
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Here’s everything coming to Netflix Canada in January 2026
After the Stranger Things buzz to end 2025, the first month of 2026 is relatively quiet for Netflix releases.
Despite a lesser volume than you.
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December 31, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Here’s everything coming to Netflix Canada in January 2026
A new Damon-Affleck film, the return of Bridgerton, a documentary on the Elizabeth Smart case, lots of WWE and more!
Full list ⤵️
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A new Damon-Affleck film, the return of Bridgerton, a documentary on the Elizabeth Smart case, lots of WWE and more!
Full list ⤵️
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Kelowna RCMP ramping up patrols to keep New Year's celebrations safe.
Kelowna residents can expect roadside checks as police target impaired drivers.
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Kelowna residents can expect roadside checks as police target impaired drivers.
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Kelowna RCMP ramping up patrols to keep New Year's celebrations safe
The Kelowna RCMP say they will be out in full force throughout the city and on the roads for New Year’s Eve.
The RCMP said they...
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December 31, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Kelowna RCMP ramping up patrols to keep New Year's celebrations safe.
Kelowna residents can expect roadside checks as police target impaired drivers.
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Kelowna residents can expect roadside checks as police target impaired drivers.
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Bad haircut, broken dishwasher and pesky hornet top list of BC’s wackiest 911 calls in 2025
“No matter how absurd a call might be on the surface, we have to treat every 911 call as an emergency until we can confidently determine otherwise."
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“No matter how absurd a call might be on the surface, we have to treat every 911 call as an emergency until we can confidently determine otherwise."
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Bad haircut, broken dishwasher and pesky hornet top list of BC’s wackiest 911 calls in 2025
While there is a lot of humour to E-Comm’s list of wackiest 911 calls in British Columbia, there’s also an important message.
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December 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Bad haircut, broken dishwasher and pesky hornet top list of BC’s wackiest 911 calls in 2025
“No matter how absurd a call might be on the surface, we have to treat every 911 call as an emergency until we can confidently determine otherwise."
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“No matter how absurd a call might be on the surface, we have to treat every 911 call as an emergency until we can confidently determine otherwise."
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Straight From DeHart - Dec. 31, 2025.
The latest from Maxine DeHart!
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The latest from Maxine DeHart!
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Straight From DeHart - Dec. 31, 2025
In one year and out the other. Happy New Year!
This week‘s column is dedicated to our only aunt on my mother’s side of the family.
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December 31, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Straight From DeHart - Dec. 31, 2025.
The latest from Maxine DeHart!
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The latest from Maxine DeHart!
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Canada-Finland New Year’s Eve showdown to decide top spot in World Juniors group
It's not the only big game on the schedule either, as the host Americans will take on Sweden to decide the winner of the other group.
Preview ⬇️
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It's not the only big game on the schedule either, as the host Americans will take on Sweden to decide the winner of the other group.
Preview ⬇️
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Canada-Finland New Year’s Eve showdown to decide top spot in World Juniors group
As always, the World Juniors are set to deliver a night’s worth of New Year’s Eve entertainment. There are two massive sh...
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December 31, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Canada-Finland New Year’s Eve showdown to decide top spot in World Juniors group
It's not the only big game on the schedule either, as the host Americans will take on Sweden to decide the winner of the other group.
Preview ⬇️
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It's not the only big game on the schedule either, as the host Americans will take on Sweden to decide the winner of the other group.
Preview ⬇️
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Big White: Unlimited visibility, light winds.
The resort is gearing up for their annual New Year’s Eve celebration, which kicks off at 7 pm.
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The resort is gearing up for their annual New Year’s Eve celebration, which kicks off at 7 pm.
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Big White: Unlimited visibility, light winds
The conditions are looking great up at Big White on the last day of 2025.
Although no new snow fell overnight, the ski resort is repo...
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December 31, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Big White: Unlimited visibility, light winds.
The resort is gearing up for their annual New Year’s Eve celebration, which kicks off at 7 pm.
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The resort is gearing up for their annual New Year’s Eve celebration, which kicks off at 7 pm.
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Kelowna weather: Mild and cloudy New Year's Eve.
No snow is on tap for Kelowna on Wednesday.
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No snow is on tap for Kelowna on Wednesday.
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Kelowna weather: Mild and cloudy New Year's Eve
It is going to be a mild day in Kelowna for New Year’s Eve.
Environment Canada is calling for a mainly cloudy day.
There is...
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December 31, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Kelowna weather: Mild and cloudy New Year's Eve.
No snow is on tap for Kelowna on Wednesday.
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No snow is on tap for Kelowna on Wednesday.
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A countess, scandalous divorce, fire and rebuilt modern icon: 100 years of the Hotel Eldorado
The El to kick off it centennial with a big-time New Year's Eve bash. 🔻
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The El to kick off it centennial with a big-time New Year's Eve bash. 🔻
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A countess, scandalous divorce, fire and rebuilt modern icon: 100 years of the Hotel Eldorado
The London stage, a volatile mom, marriage to an Austrian count, a scurrilous divorce, a whack of cash, numerous owners, a devastating fire and a triu.
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December 31, 2025 at 3:00 PM
A countess, scandalous divorce, fire and rebuilt modern icon: 100 years of the Hotel Eldorado
The El to kick off it centennial with a big-time New Year's Eve bash. 🔻
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The El to kick off it centennial with a big-time New Year's Eve bash. 🔻
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Ring in 2026 with Kelowna's 13th annual Valley First New York New Years.
All the festivities kick off at 6 pm tonight.
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All the festivities kick off at 6 pm tonight.
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Ring in 2026 with Kelowna's 13th annual Valley First New York New Years
New Year's Eve is here!
Festivals Kelowna is hosting its 13th annual “Valley First New York New Years" tonight.
The free...
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December 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Ring in 2026 with Kelowna's 13th annual Valley First New York New Years.
All the festivities kick off at 6 pm tonight.
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All the festivities kick off at 6 pm tonight.
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