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Modular homes prove popular
Contributed - Sep 11, 2023 - Think Local

When it comes to buying a manufactured or modular home, who you deal with is as important as the home itself. And Lake Country Modular Homes has you covered. What sets Lake Country Modular apart from the rest includes a diverse product range, the fact it is a full-serve dealership selling top-brand homes made by […]

Enjoy nature-inspired living
Kirk Penton - Sep 09, 2023 - Think Local

Imagine waking up to the serene sounds of nature, the scent of pine and aspen filling the air, and the promise of outdoor exploration at your doorstep.  Welcome to Sage Water, Kelowna’s newest gem located in the heart of the Upper Mission neighbourhood. Spearheaded by Okanagan developer Emil Anderson Properties, this thoughtfully designed community recently […]

Impact of wildfire on Wilden
Contributed - Sep 09, 2023 - Think Local

“The fire did precisely what we designed it to do”, says Rick Pasutto, the forestry consultant who’s been steering the wildfire mitigation efforts around the neighbourhoods and in the backcountry of Wilden.  The Blenk family, developers of Wilden, invested $1.2 million over the past six years to brace the Wilden community for the day, when […]

New homes for 1% down
Contributed - Sep 08, 2023 - Think Local

A purchase program is now available that is helping remove the barriers to homeownership for local residents looking to purchase a home. North America Home Finance has recently expanded its HomePlan program to Kelowna, allowing first-time homebuyers a greater opportunity to become real estate owners. With a 1% down payment purchase program, HomePlan is currently […]

Mall seeks to add clinics
Contributed - Sep 08, 2023 - Think Local

Aberdeen Mall is steering its commercial spaces into an innovative direction with an upcoming 7,200 square-foot area specifically earmarked for an array of clinical services. The shift comes as Dolson’s, one of the mall’s long-standing tenants, plans to move to a new location at the end of September. The mall is now actively recruiting a […]

Bottles help build homes
Contributed - Sep 07, 2023 - Think Local

Your refundable containers can help put a roof over the heads of local families If you’re clearing out your empties from the Labour Day long weekend, Habitat for Humanity Okanagan is happy to take the refundable containers off your hands at its next bottle drive  this Saturday, Sept. 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at […]

Wine capital ready for party
Contributed - Sep 07, 2023 - Think Local

When the Wine Capital of Canada hosts its biggest event of the year, it is one you do not want to miss. The Town of Oliver holds that illustrious title, and it will be celebrating one of the valley’s most important industries in grand style later this month. The annual Wine Capital Weekend, hosted by […]

Big fall finish for Speedway
Contributed - Sep 06, 2023 - Think Local

After navigating a course strewn with wildfire disruptions and travel restrictions, Penticton Speedway is back in the fast lane, offering an action-packed lineup for racing enthusiasts to wrap up the 2023 season. The local speedway has combined its previously scheduled Iron Driver event, initially set for Aug. 26, with the eagerly awaited Fall Brawl event […]

Great time to visit Penticton
Contributed - Sep 06, 2023 - Think Local

The kids are back in school, and the summer-like weather continues. Could there be a better combination? Penticton and the South Okanagan Valley are extending a warm invitation to travellers looking to stretch their summer vibes into the fall season. “We want everyone to know that Penticton and the South Okanagan are open,” Visit Penticton’s Paige […]

Osoyoos open for pleasure
Contributed - Sep 05, 2023 - Think Local

How about deals and packages that seem too good to be true? Would that be enough to get you to head to one of the province’s most beautiful areas? If that’s the case, consider it done. Destination Osoyoos and its partners have come together to offer incredible deals and packages for your late-summer or fall getaway. With […]