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I was very sad to hear about a long-time friend who resided in Saskatoon and passed away at the age of 59 from cancer. Denise Martin and I shared many... MORE…
This week’s column is dedicated to Yvonne Belanger who passed away May 9, just shy of her 85th birthday. Yvonne and her family are good friends... MORE…
This week’s column is dedicated to a very special long-time friend. Dave Hobson passed away May 12 after battling Leukemia. The Hobson and DeHart... MORE…
Malibu Grand Prix and Laser Tag have been operating at on Stremel Road (just off Hwy 97 N.) since 1985. Owned and operated by the Prowse family and... MORE…
Lots of changes at The Train Station Pub on Clement and Ellis downtown. Well-known restaurateur, Steve Stinson, who also owns The Keg Steakhouse and... MORE…
This week’s column is dedicated to Roy Adams who passed away in Kelowna at the age of 96. Roy was a very dear long-time friend, who I have known... MORE…
Registered physiotherapist, Jason Gordon, formerly of Sun City Physiotherapy and his wife Christine Gordon have started a new local unique... MORE…
This week‘s column is dedicated to Tracie Ward, executive director of the Rotary Centre of the Arts who passed away March 31. Her impact on the... MORE…
Kmotion” Motor Sports Apparel and Supplies has opened at #140-2463 Highway 97N (Kelowna Crossing). Owned by Bob Ban and managed by his son Corey... MORE…
This week’s column is dedicated to George Hayashi who passed away March 15. I will miss his great sense of humour and his winning smile for everyone, especially... MORE…
This weeks’ column is dedicated to a very special person. Sylvia Wesley passed away on March 2. We have been friends of the Wesley/Erickson family for many... MORE…
WelcometoKelowna.com and Beyond 50 Magazine have agreed to combine efforts to promote Kelowna and the surrounding area with a partnership that utilizes... MORE…
The Old Spaghetti Factory has opened at 1755 Capri Street and Harvey Avenue (formerly Kelsey’s). With Chris Newson as the local operating partner, the restaurant... MORE…
This year, Express Gift Baskets owned by Karen Murphy is celebrating their 15th anniversary. To celebrate, they have moved into a brand new warehouse... MORE…
Photographer and long-time Feng Shui expert, Vicky Stefopoulou, has opened a rather unique shop; a photo studio and home décor store all in one. “LaPoza... MORE…
This is a huge milestone. “Kelly O’Bryans Neighborhood Restaurant” owned and operated by well-known businessman Reg Henry is celebrating... MORE…
“At Your Fingertips” at 102 – 2000 Enterprise Way (behind Second Cup Coffee) owned and operated by Kali Howden is celebrating their 10th anniversary.... MORE…
This week’s column is dedicated to long-time, well-known local Jennifer Hindle who passed away January 24th. Jennifer and former Mayor John Hindle were great... MORE…
Pack-N-Stack owned by Ashley Burnell is celebrating their first year in business. The company rents and delivers professional grade, stackable, 100% recyclable... MORE…
After 36 years at Sears, well-known associate store manager, Nick Austin is retiring January 31. He started his career with Sears in Burnaby, but has been in the... MORE…