Community

Penticton Vees Hank Levy picked up his 10th win of the season, keeping his perfect record intact with a 20-save effort. (Cherie Morgan photo)

‘Always has a smile on his face’: Penticton Vees goalie wins BCHL community award

Hank Levy not only suited up during the Fred Page Cup win but he also helped save a life in the city

Art Harrison, who is living with Alzheimer’s disease, is among the British Columbians sharing their stories during Alzheimer’s Awareness Month.

Resilience shines in the face of dementia, inspires hope this Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

Having spent thirteen years in social services as a successful employment counsellor,…

  • Jan 8, 2024
Which social media platform has been banned from government-issued devices in Canada? (THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP)

QUIZ: How much do you know about the news of 2023?

A lot happened in Canada and around the world over the past 12 months

Diane and Corey Akerman celebrate after tying the knot at Historic O’Keefe Ranch Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023. (Brendan Shykora - Morning Star)

Pre-New Year’s Eve wedding ‘a dream come true’ for North Okanagan couple

Diane and Corey Akerman tied the knot at O’Keefe Ranch after winning a shotgun wedding contest

Diane and Corey Akerman celebrate after tying the knot at Historic O’Keefe Ranch Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023. (Brendan Shykora - Morning Star)
It was so cold in Osoyoos on New Year’s Day 2023, that they had to break the ice to do the polar bear plunge. This year is at Gyro Park at noon. (Ron Hiller photo)

QUIZ: How much do you know about the New Year?

The coming year will have a lot going on

It was so cold in Osoyoos on New Year’s Day 2023, that they had to break the ice to do the polar bear plunge. This year is at Gyro Park at noon. (Ron Hiller photo)
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau rises to vote during an overnight session in the House of Commons, Friday, December 8, 2023 in Ottawa. Trudeau’s birthday is Dec. 25. In which year was he born? THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

QUIZ: How much do you know about Christmas customs and traditions?

Christmas, on Dec. 25, is a day steeped in tradition and with plenty of unique elements

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau rises to vote during an overnight session in the House of Commons, Friday, December 8, 2023 in Ottawa. Trudeau’s birthday is Dec. 25. In which year was he born? THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
What term was given when online content creators were honoured by Time in 2006? (Black Press file photo)

QUIZ: A tribute to Time Person of the Year recipients

Each year, Time designates an individual, group, object or concept as its Person of the Year

What term was given when online content creators were honoured by Time in 2006? (Black Press file photo)
Stan and Erna McMaster were in a vehicle accident Dec. 9, 2023, and want to thank the many people in Vernon who stopped to offer help. (Stan McMaster photo)

Vernon seniors’ hearts warmed by community kindness after car crash

Stan and Erna McMaster wish to thank the dozen or so people who offered to help them after they were in a car crash

Stan and Erna McMaster were in a vehicle accident Dec. 9, 2023, and want to thank the many people in Vernon who stopped to offer help. (Stan McMaster photo)
Once again, people will gather at Munson Mountain near Penticton for the Penhenge winter solstice event on Dec. 21.(Photo submitted)

Penhenge solstice event planned for Dec. 21 near Penticton

Annual event is held to observe winter solstice

  • Dec 14, 2023
Once again, people will gather at Munson Mountain near Penticton for the Penhenge winter solstice event on Dec. 21.(Photo submitted)
A wide array of oranments and decorations can be found to adorn trees during the holiday season. (Black Press file photo)

QUIZ: The festive tradition of the tree

Holiday trees can be found in many homes and public spaces across Canada at this time of year

A wide array of oranments and decorations can be found to adorn trees during the holiday season. (Black Press file photo)
Do you know how many players are on a typical curling team? (Aman Parhar/Omineca Express)

QUIZ: A salute to winter activities

There is plenty to do when the temperature drops and snow is in the air

Do you know how many players are on a typical curling team? (Aman Parhar/Omineca Express)
Blake Karlson, 10 years old, raised money for the Summerland Fire Department’s Toys and Toonies for Tots and Teens drive. From left are firefighters Anthony Leardo and Nigel Thomas, Karlson and firefighter Rick Leardo. (John. Arendt - Summerland Review)

Cookie sales support Summerland toy drive

10-year-old girl baked and sold more than 5,200 cookies

Blake Karlson, 10 years old, raised money for the Summerland Fire Department’s Toys and Toonies for Tots and Teens drive. From left are firefighters Anthony Leardo and Nigel Thomas, Karlson and firefighter Rick Leardo. (John. Arendt - Summerland Review)
Online shopping has become more common in recent years. (Shutterstock)

QUIZ: Are you ready for the holiday shopping rush

Black Friday, on Nov. 24, is a busy day for retail shopping

Online shopping has become more common in recent years. (Shutterstock)
On Nov. 11, Remembrance Day ceremonies will be held across the country. This picture is from a 2022 Remembrance Day ceremony in Sidney, B.C. (Black Press file photo)

QUIZ: A time for remembrance

Remembrance Day, on Nov. 11, is a sombre time to remember the cost of war

On Nov. 11, Remembrance Day ceremonies will be held across the country. This picture is from a 2022 Remembrance Day ceremony in Sidney, B.C. (Black Press file photo)
The steam clock is an iconic market in historic Gastown in downtown Vancouver. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward

QUIZ: How much do you know about keeping time?

Daylight Saving Time has come to an end for another year

The steam clock is an iconic market in historic Gastown in downtown Vancouver. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward
The Pescada home in Trout Creek was one of many Summerland homes decorated for Halloween on Oct. 31. This display included a haunted house tour and a smoke display. (Black Press file photo)

QUIZ: Are you ready for thrills and chills for Halloween?

Oct. 31 is a day for pumpkins and Jack O’Lanterns, bats, spine-tingling tales and more

The Pescada home in Trout Creek was one of many Summerland homes decorated for Halloween on Oct. 31. This display included a haunted house tour and a smoke display. (Black Press file photo)
The 2nd annual Unleashed Spooktacular Dog Parade was held on Oct. 29, 2023. (Brittany Webster/Capital News)

PHOTOS: Pawsitively spooky at annual Halloween dog parade

The event raised funds for Paws It Forward

  • Oct 29, 2023
The 2nd annual Unleashed Spooktacular Dog Parade was held on Oct. 29, 2023. (Brittany Webster/Capital News)
Buffalo Rouge Brewing in Kelowna held its grand opening on Saturday, Oct. 28. (Jordy Cunningham/Capital News)

PHOTOS: Buffalo Rouge Brewing holds grand opening in Kelowna

Buffalo Rouge is the Central Okanagan’s 23rd brewery

Buffalo Rouge Brewing in Kelowna held its grand opening on Saturday, Oct. 28. (Jordy Cunningham/Capital News)
(Brendan Shykora - Morning Star)

PHOTOS: Witches take over Kalamalka Lake in Vernon

More than 100 people got dressed up and brought their paddleboards to the lake Saturday

(Brendan Shykora - Morning Star)
Grizzli Winery in West Kelowna held their fourth annual Halloweenie event on Saturday, Oct. 28. (Jordy Cunningham/Capital News)
Grizzli Winery in West Kelowna held their fourth annual Halloweenie event on Saturday, Oct. 28. (Jordy Cunningham/Capital News)