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25.08.2021 / 04:41

North Okanagan politicians speak out about low COVID-19 vaccine rates

COVID-19 vaccination rates in their communities.They are urging their constituents to get vaccinated.“If you don’t want to do it for yourself, do it for everybody else,” said Denis Delisle, the electoral area director for the rural Enderby area. B.C.

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‘COVID-19 has only heightened the crisis’: Vernon businesses call for action on labour shortage

labour shortage that is being experienced by North Okanagan business owners.The chamber believes the cost of housing, a lack of affordable child care and an aging population are largely responsible for the labour shortage.“We frequently hear from our membership that the most significant operational challenge is access to labour, and while the situation existed prior to the pandemic, COVID-19 has only heightened the crisis,” said Krystin Kempton, Greater Vernon Chamber president.

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Non-essential visitors to North Okanagan landfill asked to limit trips

COVID-19 pandemic.Customers at the landfill have been experiencing hour-long lineups and extended wait times, according to the Regional District of North Okanagan.“Behaviours contributing to an unsafe work environment, including abusive or offensive language, will not be tolerated,” the regional district said in a news release. Man fined $575 for illegal dumping near Kelowna: B.C.

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Coronavirus: 83 new cases announced for Interior Health region

coronavirus cases for the Interior Health region on Tuesday.Along with the 83 overnight cases, health officials also said there are 535 active cases within the region, 18 of which are in hospital, including four in critical care.The number of deaths from COVID-19 within Interior Health remained at three. ‘Like nothing I have felt before’: B.C.

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Coronavirus: Annual sleigh ride in Armstrong cancelled because of rising COVID-19 cases

Armstrong farm keeps holiday magic alive with horse-drawn sleigh rides MacIntosh said sleigh rides are an experience on bringing people together, stating last year’s eight-day event averaged 400 people a day.”We came to realize changing the central concept would be disappointing for our patrons and would eliminate the fun, social and interactive aspects of the event,” said MacIntosh.“So after much careful consideration, we have decided to cancel the event this year and come back when it’s safe to do so.

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North Okanagan teachers voice concerns as they return to class

COVID-19 safety precautions include older students and staff wearing masks in some situations. Okanagan Skaha school district urging parents to fill out online survey for upcoming school year Kids will also be grouped into learning cohorts to limit their number of contacts.“We understand there is a wide range of emotions coming back for our staff and for our families, so we have quite a few options including online options,” Vernon School District Superintendent Joe Rogers said.“We, as of this morning, had about 325 students choose to go to the online option, more than we had last year,” he added.

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North Okanagan-Shuswap school district releases back-to-school safety plan

North Okanagan-Shuswap school district has released its safety plan for the upcoming school year.Like other school districts around the province, School District 83 says student and staff health are its top priorities during the coronavirus pandemic.The plan, sent out in a letter to parents on Tuesday, also touches on many other topics, including staff and student orientation, busing and personal protective equipment.

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Eviction delayed by COVID-19 pandemic leads to trashed condo in Vernon: property manager

A nightmare scenario has played out in a condo at the Strand Lakeshore Resort in Vernon.“I was totally devastated, not just shocked but totally devastated, that someone could do this to someone’s property,” said Ray Keen, the condo’s property manager.“I’ve had two bad rentals in 12 years, but this is the worst I’ve ever seen a unit.” After the tenant didn’t pay rent for several months, the property management company applied to the B.C. Residential Tenancy Branch for an eviction notice.It was granted, but shortly after, the B.C.

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Enderby drive-in says it’s ‘not seeking a handout’ after online fundraiser started

The Okanagan’s only drive-in movie theater says it’s “not seeking a handout” after someone started an online fundraiser to help the business.

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North Okanagan regional district to continue with capital projects for 2020

The Regional District of the North Okanagan says thanks to being in a strong financial position during the coronavirus pandemic, it plans on moving forward with budgeted and capital projects for 2020.

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‘Hopefully we can just cheer them up’: classical singers perform from street for Vernon seniors

With their regular concerts canceled, some Okanagan singers took their performance to the street to bring entertainment to Vernon seniors who may be self-isolating during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Swearing or yelling at landfill staff could cost you $100, says North Okanagan regional district

The coronavirus pandemic is proving to be a highly stressful time.

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