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Weed labs help in pandemic Apr 1, 2020
Cannabis and coronavirus Mar 18, 2020
Cannabis summit coming Mar 4, 2020
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Cannabis summit coming Mar 4, 2020
New Thought Food for the mind and the heart, to encourage an awakening of the power and potential within everyone.
Life on a rollercoaster Apr 1, 2020
No, they're not stupid Mar 25, 2020
Be mindful, not fearful Mar 18, 2020
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Be mindful, not fearful Mar 18, 2020
Writer's BlocWelcome to Writer’s Bloc, a column for guest writers to share their experiences with our readers.
No longer winning Mar 31, 2020
Keeping anxiety in check Mar 28, 2020
The dog and the robo-vac Mar 23, 2020
Keeping anxiety in check Mar 28, 2020
The dog and the robo-vac Mar 23, 2020
Behind the Wheel A veteran columnist and traffic enforcement officer with the RCMP, Tim writes on all things traffic-related.
Perpetuating mediocrity Mar 31, 2020
Which signs are which? Mar 24, 2020
Ignore them, they'll go away Mar 17, 2020
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Ignore them, they'll go away Mar 17, 2020
Achieving Justice Lawyer Paul Hergott is most drawn to, and passionate about, pursuing fair compensation for injured victims.
COVID-19 and ICBC Mar 31, 2020
Beware ICBC classic Mar 24, 2020
Be diligent to beat ICBC Mar 17, 2020
Beware ICBC classic Mar 24, 2020
Be diligent to beat ICBC Mar 17, 2020
The Mortgage Gal Mortgage professionals Laurie Baird and Tracy Head provide guidance for obtaining a mortgage, a new home, or planning a move.
Mortgage-deferral pointers Mar 30, 2020
The virus and your mortgage Mar 16, 2020
Mortgage stress test change Mar 2, 2020
The virus and your mortgage Mar 16, 2020
Mortgage stress test change Mar 2, 2020
It's Your Money Certified financial planner Brett Millard translates complex investment, insurance and planning jargon into language everyone understands.
File your tax return now Mar 30, 2020
Financial survival tips Mar 23, 2020
Keep calm and carry on Mar 16, 2020
Financial survival tips Mar 23, 2020
Keep calm and carry on Mar 16, 2020
The Happiness Connection Reen Rose shares strategies to help you find happiness.
Toilet paper philosophy Mar 29, 2020
Silver linings hard to see Mar 22, 2020
Keep your social distance Mar 15, 2020
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Keep your social distance Mar 15, 2020
Heather's Horoscope What's in your future? This is your horoscope stop, with psychic Heather Zais.
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FIT Talk With Tania The FIT Nutritionist, Tania Gustafson, educates and shares valuable tips to help people achieve their health and weight loss goals without dieting and live longer, stronger, better lives, naturally.
Immune boosters, busters Mar 28, 2020
Tune your immune system Mar 14, 2020
Food, water and flushing Feb 29, 2020
Tune your immune system Mar 14, 2020
Food, water and flushing Feb 29, 2020
Happy Gourmand Happy Gourmand is about enjoying life and living in the moment, and sharing that joy to keep those good vibes going.
Bonnie on Stage Bonnie Gratz is the Artistic Director of Kelowna's New Vintage Theatre, and offers us an exciting insider's view of local theatre.
Going into the dark Mar 27, 2020
Life is a cabaret! Feb 21, 2020
Hitting the chocolate factory Dec 6, 2019
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Hitting the chocolate factory Dec 6, 2019
Skywatching Astronomer Ken Tapping shows you the sky and the stars.
Why we look for water Mar 27, 2020
Stop the twinkling Mar 20, 2020
The second biggest bang Mar 13, 2020
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It's All About . . . Mark writes about ways to improve on success in our lives, with ideas to help stay focused for growth and development.
Nanotech to the rescue? Mar 27, 2020
Nanotech hits the road Mar 20, 2020
What can save the world? Mar 13, 2020
Nanotech hits the road Mar 20, 2020
What can save the world? Mar 13, 2020
Dan in Ottawa Dan Albas, MP for Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola, keeps us posted on what's going on in Ottawa.
Do you need help? Mar 26, 2020
Virus problem is spreading Mar 19, 2020
World faces a pandemic Mar 12, 2020
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On Balance Traffic safety seen through the lens of motorcyclist experience and knowledge.
Social-biker distancing Mar 26, 2020
It's riding season Mar 12, 2020
The price for rider safety Feb 27, 2020
It's riding season Mar 12, 2020
The price for rider safety Feb 27, 2020
Dr. Oz's Vet Advice Dr. Oz of Rose Valley Veterinary Hospital provides expert advice and information about our pets.
COVID 19 and pets Mar 25, 2020
A vet's view of euthanasia Dec 23, 2019
Dogged by ACL tears Jul 4, 2019
A vet's view of euthanasia Dec 23, 2019
Dogged by ACL tears Jul 4, 2019
Mortgage Matters April Dunn has been assisting clients to purchase, refinance, or renew their mortgages for over 20 years.
COVID-19 & your mortgage Mar 21, 2020
Prime rate drop, now what? Mar 7, 2020
Good debt vs. bad debt Feb 22, 2020
Prime rate drop, now what? Mar 7, 2020
Good debt vs. bad debt Feb 22, 2020
Health and Happiness Student doctor Hannah Gibson brings you the latest health news and advice to help you live a happy and healthy life.
Are supplements worth it? Mar 19, 2020
Spotlight on diabetes Mar 5, 2020
Coronavirus and you Feb 20, 2020
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Coronavirus and you Feb 20, 2020
Okanagan Taste Allison Markin tastefully explores the wine, libations and food scene in the Okanagan, with thoughtful commentary and reviews of her favourite bottles.
Industry needs the love Mar 18, 2020
Trends in culinary tourism Feb 26, 2020
Valentine's food date ideas Feb 12, 2020
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Valentine's food date ideas Feb 12, 2020
Empowering kids Tracey is a retired nurse, speaker, author, peer specialist and mental health/stop bullying advocate and educator.
Self-harm, a new epidemic Mar 9, 2020
Mental disorders in kids Feb 24, 2020
Toxic stress and our kids Feb 10, 2020
Mental disorders in kids Feb 24, 2020
Toxic stress and our kids Feb 10, 2020
Okanagan Eco-Noggin Jerry Vandenberg delves into the science behind environmental issues.
Protecting our biodiversity Feb 22, 2020
'Bathing' in the forest Nov 15, 2019
The politics of water Aug 12, 2019
'Bathing' in the forest Nov 15, 2019
The politics of water Aug 12, 2019
How's Your Waste Line? Make joy, not garbage Dec 16, 2019
Don't heave ho haz waste Nov 26, 2019
Waste-free lunches Oct 29, 2019
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Waste-free lunches Oct 29, 2019
Investment Real Estate With a well-deserved reputation as a real estate renegade, AJ Hazzi has been shaking up the Kelowna real estate scene since 2002.
A retirement rescue plan Nov 28, 2019
Open house the right way Sep 19, 2019
Selling your home sucks Jul 27, 2019
Open house the right way Sep 19, 2019
Selling your home sucks Jul 27, 2019
Fashion File "Life is short...you might as well go through it looking good."
Farewell from Fashion File Nov 14, 2019
Fashion at Orchard Park Oct 31, 2019
Totally not worth it Oct 17, 2019
Fashion at Orchard Park Oct 31, 2019
Totally not worth it Oct 17, 2019
The Joy of Travel Joy McGinnis shares her personal wanderlust and professional insight for emerging travel trends, destinations and useful "what now?" tips.
African Safari 101 Oct 21, 2019
Enjoy some Galapagos glory Oct 7, 2019
Your travel bucket list May 22, 2018
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Your travel bucket list May 22, 2018
Transitions Ross Freake is the columns editor at Castanet.
Finding light in others Oct 2, 2019
Did you know? Sep 23, 2019
Who wrote your life script? Jul 29, 2019
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On Your Father's Side David Trifunov is a freelance journalist, writer and editor based in Kelowna. He’s the proud father of three girls and the humble author of three middle-grade books for reluctant readers.
Shouldering the load Mar 14, 2019
It's chickenpox, run! Feb 28, 2019
Everyone needs a Kelly Feb 20, 2019
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Everyone needs a Kelly Feb 20, 2019
The Art of SpeakingPublic speaking and presentations are skills that can be learned and one of the most successful ways is through Toastmasters.
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