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Workers found five day-old kittens barely alive in a Kelowna work yard after their mother was scared away by dogs. Thanks to quick-thinking rescuers and community-funded equipment, all five are now recovering in specialized care.
Simon Fraser University senior Emma Cannan just rewrote the record books, blazing through the 400 meters in 53.56 seconds to break a conference record that stood for three years. The Kelowna native also notched a personal best in the 60 meters, earning her athlete of the week honors and proving that dedication pays off in spectacular fashion.
A Kelowna runner told her athletic career was over after breaking her neck is now training to break a world record running 50 kilometers barefoot. Savannah Wild plans to beat the current record by 2.5 hours this May.
Two years after an F-150 crash left her with a broken neck and doctors saying her athletic career was over, Savannah Wild is attempting a Guinness World Record for the fastest 50km barefoot run. The Kelowna ultra-endurance athlete needs to finish in under seven hours on May 18 in Vernon.
After watching prostate cancer claim his father and brother, Bob Charron survived the disease himself and just donated $110,000 to help other families avoid his heartbreak. The Kelowna man is now on a mission to convince more men to get screened early, when treatment works best.
Two years after breaking her neck in a crash, Savannah Wild is attempting a Guinness World Record for the fastest 50-kilometer barefoot run. The Kelowna ultra-endurance athlete was told her athletic career was over, but she's proving everyone wrong on May 18.
Two years after an F-150 crash broke her neck and ended her athletic career, Savannah Wild is attempting a Guinness World Record for the fastest 50km barefoot run. The Kelowna ultra-runner needs to finish under seven hours on May 18 to claim the title.
Less than two years after a truck collision broke her neck and threatened her athletic career, Kelowna's Savannah Wild just shattered the women's barefoot 50K world record. She finished nearly two hours ahead of the required time.
A 19-year-old from Kelowna, B.C., became the first Canadian cured of a life-threatening immune disease using groundbreaking gene editing technology. His doctor says he no longer needs to worry about deadly infections sneaking past his weakened immune system.
The Kitchener Rangers are bringing their fifth OHL Championship home to thousands of fans before heading to Canada's biggest junior hockey stage. The city is throwing a celebration rally one week after the team's historic 4-0 series sweep.
Four Okanagan manufacturers just scored major funding to expand their operations and bring over 100 new jobs to communities across British Columbia. The provincial investment is turning local businesses into engines of economic growth.
Carter Bear netted the game-winner as the Everett Silvertips captured their first Memorial Cup victory in franchise history. The 19-year-old Detroit prospect helped his team make history in their tournament debut.
The Kitchener Rangers captured their first OHL championship in years with a four-game sweep, sending families, fans, and an entire city into joyful tears. Now they're headed to the Memorial Cup with momentum and a community's pride behind them.
More than 450 high school students in British Columbia just crushed their fundraising goal, raising over $105,000 for cancer research in a single day. This marks the largest youth relay event in the province this year.
A minor league hockey team in Wenatchee, Washington, has raised $60,000 through annual fundraising games to support cancer education programs. Their "Hockey Fights Cancer" night brings the community together while funding vital resources for survivors.
Four British Columbia companies just received $6.75 million in provincial funding that will create 101 new manufacturing jobs across the region. The investments help local businesses expand production and meet growing demand for homegrown products.
The Everett Silvertips captured their first championship in 23 years, dominating the playoffs with a 16-2 record and claiming the Ed Chynoweth Cup. Now they're heading to compete for hockey's toughest trophy to win.
After a rollover crash in rural British Columbia separated Dearah and Sharron Jordan from their Australian shepherd Daisy, an entire community rallied to bring them back together. Volunteers, rescue workers, and complete strangers spent four days searching until Daisy was finally found hiding in the wreckage.
The Everett Silvertips bounced back in spectacular fashion, crushing the Prince Albert Raiders 6-2 to tie their championship series at one game apiece. Seattle Kraken prospect Julius Miettinen led the charge with four points as nearly 8,000 fans roared their team to victory.
Four Okanagan companies just secured provincial funding that will create over 100 new jobs while helping homegrown businesses reach more customers. From recycled rubber flooring to custom trailers, these manufacturers are expanding with support from BC's Manufacturing Jobs Fund.
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