Okanagan College unlocks time capsule

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      Tourism minister postpones trip to China amid tensions between two countries

      Tourism Minister Melanie Joly’s office says Canada and China have mutually agreed to postpone a closing ceremony next week.

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        Vernon school opens Santa’s Store

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        With less than two weeks to go, Vernon campaign is $20,000 short of last year’s target

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        Obituaries

        Robert Charles Johannson

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        Jimmy Victor Gowliuk

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        William Francis “Bill” Baldwin

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        Peter “Pete the Builder” Pasechnik

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        Helen Peter

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        Edgar Dave Wiens

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        Okanagan lawyer honoured by appointment to Queen’s Counsel

        Only seven per cent of practising B.C. lawyers are appointed

        London Drugs extends Stocking Stuffers for Seniors

        Locally, eight care homes and the Salvation Army are partnered with the Vernon store.

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              Reader Poll

              As negotiations carry on between striking workers and Gateway Casino, we want to hear what you think. Take our poll and let us know your thoughts on this issue.


              Workers have been striking Gateway Casino’s four Okanagan locations since June 29, demanding wage increases for union workers. This has been a sticking point for both sides, the strike action now in its 11th week.

              Related: Okanagan casino workers on their 10th week of strike action

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