Heritage advocates say Abbott Street area needs protection

A new eye-catching sign has gone up in Kelowna on Cadder Avenue near the corner of Abbott Street.It was erected by the group Friends and Residents of the Abbott Street Heritage Conservation Area (FRAHCAS), who are opposed to the Transit Oriented Area designation for the area around Kelowna Gener…

Kelowna Events Centre unveils revamped creative hub

​​​​​​A new chapter is taking shape at the Kelowna Events Centre, as operators unveil a revamped creative hub complete with upgraded event spaces, production studios and a new café.The transformation comes after a management transition at the Harvey Avenue venue, which faced u…

Ronda Rousey Eyes Netflix-Led MMA Revolution Against UFC in Fiery Kayla Harrison Response

For Ronda Rousey, her Netflix-MVP headliner against Gina Carano this Saturday is about more than just a comeback. For her, it signals a much-needed revolution in MMA. At the recent presser for the event, things got heated when MMA journalist Ariel Helwani brought up the criticism from some about Rousey’s “placement on the card.” “That […]The post Ronda Rousey Eyes Netflix-Led MMA Revolution Against UFC in Fiery Kayla Harrison Response appeared first on EssentiallySports.

Funding announced for Erieau and Wheatley harbour rehabilitation work

Two local harbours will receive federal funding for upgrades. While the actual dollars are still to be determined, the funds will enable Erieau harbour, home to 25 commercial fishing vessels, to rehabilitate its breakwater. It will also allow Wheatley harbour, home to 59 commercial fishing vessels, to encapsulate its east pier in steel, construct a […]