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Independent review finds years of strain led to pediatric crisis at Kelowna’s hospitalThe review found that reduced trust and deteriorating relations between physicians and Interior Health contributed to a wave of pediatrician resignations, seven in 2023 alone.CanadaJun 22
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Kelowna councilllor Ron Cannan launches mayoral campaign, promises focus on public safetyConcerns about social disorder and public safety across the city have been growing in recent months, which Cannan says motivated his reasons to run.CanadaJun 18
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Tourists racked up $200M in unpaid health-care bills in B.C.: reportIn a release, the BC Conservatives pointed to research from SecondStreet.org, which obtained the information through a freedom of information request.HealthJun 9
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‘Signal of hope’: Pressure mounts to open long-unused space at Kelowna General HospitalThe issue has renewed concerns about capacity pressures at Kelowna General Hospital, where hallway beds have become increasingly common.CanadaMay 12
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2 people drowned in separate B.C. Interior lakes over the weekendSicamous RCMP said they were called at 8:13 p.m. to Mara Lake, south of Sicamous, and officers, along with Search and Rescue, began searching the lake and shoreline.CanadaJul 14
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B.C.’s expanded chronic offender initiative welcomed but concerns raisedThe hubs will monitor up to 420 high-risk individuals and connect them with services such as housing, mental health supports and addiction treatment.CanadaJun 23
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U.S. strikes hit bridges in Iran, collapse tower at key portThe United States expanded its airstrike campaign against Iran early Friday by hitting more bridges, energy sites and collapsing a tower at a key Iranian port.WorldJul 17
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Calgary company hit with $350K fine after marble slab crushes workerA Calgary company has been fined $350,000 for a 2023 workplace fatality that friends and loved ones described at the time as troubling to comprehend.CanadaJun 2
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Alcohol consumption in B.C. hits 20-year low, but we’re still drinking more than average'When it comes to drinking alcohol, less is best,' Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer, said in a release on Wednesday.HealthMay 27
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How 24 Sussex compares to official residences in other G7 countriesThe planned restoration of 24 Sussex Drive has renewed hope that the prime minister's official residence will once again be on par with those of other world leaders.WorldJun 26
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Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildingsThe 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes roiled the region, with buildings evacuated in cities as far away as Brazil’s Amazon about 1,700 kilometers away.WorldJun 24
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Israel says Iran launched missiles in 1st bombardment since fragile ceasefireIran had warned that an attack on Beirut would renew full-scale war across the Mideast, even as Pakistan and other mediators try to restart talks between Tehran and Washington.WorldJun 7
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Hallway health care persists at Kelowna General Hospital as hospital floors sit emptyConcerns about so-called 'hallway health care' have been expressed for years, but the issue was reignited Tuesday during question period in the legislature.CanadaApr 15
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No whey? Why there is a looming shortage of the protein in CanadaThe global whey market is facing a 'once-in-a-generation supply crisis,' a report by global market research firm Market Decipher said on Monday.ConsumerJun 10
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Experts call for evenly applied forensic nursing services across B.C.A researcher on intimate partner violence is calling for British Columbia to increase funding for forensic nurses, saying there is service gap for survivors in most regions.HealthMay 15
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1st plane carrying hantavirus-hit cruise ship passengers leaves for MadridSpanish nationals were the first to leave the MV Hondius, which remains anchored off Tenerife, the largest island in the Spanish archipelago off West Africa's coast.WorldMay 10
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Widower of Leslieville safe injection site murder victim speaks out in courtThe widower said during an hour-long victim impact statement that he has been upfront with his daughters, who were only seven and four at the time their mother was killed.CrimeMay 20
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Cost of doing business in Kelowna grows amid social disorderSometime between Monday night and Tuesday morning, a fire broke out behind a furniture store, the flames damaging a cardboard recycling dumpster next to the building.CanadaApr 29
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Amazon Prime Day deals under $100: From everyday essentials to viral favouritesBest Amazon Prime Day deals under $100 in Canada. Snag steals from Paula's Choice, Apple, Our Place and more.The CuratorJun 25
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Emergency care improvements coming to Kelowna hospital thanks to fundraising campaignThe KGH Foundation is about to launch a $2.5 million fundraising campaign to enhance emergency care in the Interior's largest hospital.CanadaMar 31