Uranium-impacted wells face challenges to reinstatement
Bringing wells that have been disused in Oliver back into play to boost drinking water levels would be a complex process that may prove too inefficient to execute, the Town has found out.
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Oliver finalizes new drought plan after months of discussion
A new approach to drought management is being taken by the Town of Oliver, with an eye on having more accurate, up-to-date indicators to better inform the Town of current water levels.
Oliver RCMP on bike patrol along Hike and Bike Trail
The Oliver RCMP have announced they will be conducting bike patrols this summer and the “International Hike and Bike Trail” safe for all users.
Harness racing returns to Osoyoos Desert Park this fall
Competitive harness racing in the Okangan Valley is making a major rally in Osoyoos with the launch of Desert Park Raceway for the fall 2026 racing season.
SOGH emergency closed Tuesday night
Interior Health has advised that the emergency department at the South Okanagan General Hospital (SOGH) in Oliver will be temporarily closed from 5 p.m., Tuesday, July 7 to 7 a.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
Osoyoos issues water advisory on high manganese levels
The Town of Osoyoos is issuing a Water Quality Advisory for elevated manganese levels affecting all users connected to the Town water system until further notice and added that it represents a “modest” health threat.
Province begins negotiations with OIB on Crown lands
The BC government is announcing the start of negotiations for a reconciliation agreement with the Osoyoos Indian Band, as well as the beginning of public engagement, and highlights this process impacts only Crown lands.
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OIB forestry celebrates with community and partners
The Osoyoos Indian Band (OIB) Forestry department recently hosted its annual partnership day bringing together diverse community and business voices.
Osoyoos on the move with transportation plan
Updates to the Town of Osoyoos’ Transportation Master Plan (TMP) have been revealed, showcasing both the short-term and the long-term visions for making it easier for everyone to get around town.
Claudia Punter’s nature painting in new book
For anyone with even an inkling of the local art scene, Claudia Punter’s name would surely ring a bell.
In fact she’s so familiar – both from her own artistic endeavours along with her stint as curator of The Art Gallery Osoyoos – that I’m stunned when she says she’s only been painting for about 10 years.
IJC to hold public meeting on possible watershed board
The transboundary organization responsible for managing the international waters of Osoyoos Lake has established a working group to assess whether an international watershed board could be beneficial for the region.
OOSAR rescues lost hikers on Canada Day
The Oliver Osoyoos Search and Rescue (OOSAR) successfully rescued two adult hikers on July 1 after the pair had become lost after going off route in the McKinney Nordic Ski Area.
Wildlife artist captures the mood of the forest
For West Kootenays artist Joie Pare art has always been a part of her life, drawing and sketching since she was virtually a toddler. But in all the intervening years she never pursued the full potential her artistic talent, that was at least until she moved to the Kootenays.
A job to finish: Incumbent councillor joins mayoral race
The race to become Osoyoos’ next mayor is heating up, months in advance, with a second person declaring his interest in the top council job, this time in the form of an incumbent councillor.
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Happy Canada Day / Cherry Fiesta 2026!
Images from Canada Day / Cherry Fiesta 2026
Oliver’s Music in the Park returns with exciting summer lineup
Oliver’s Music in the Park returns this week with eight summer concerts planned for the Oliver Community Park Stage.
Tree fruit, wine grape sectors partner on labour
Four industry associations from BC’s tree fruit and wine grape sectors are joining forces in a bid to address the common challenge of labour through a jointly led Regional Labour Coordination Project.
SOGH fundraiser reaches major milestone passing $1 million mark
Fundraising efforts to support new equipment purchases and housing for medical staff at South Okanagan General Hospital (SOGH) have reached a major milestone, in near record time, with the SOGH Campaign passing the halfway point of its $2 million fundraising goal.
Two Oliver men wanted by RCMP
Two individuals are wanted by police in the South Okanagan on multiple criminal charges, with Crime Stoppers South Okanagan-Similkameen asking for the public’s assistance in locating the two men.
Osoyoos hockey twins will both be wearing Penguins’ jerseys
Osoyoos’s popular hockey twins will get the opportunity to begin their pro hockey careers together, following a special milestone for both boys this past weekend.
Cherry Fiesta water fight: Please no water balloons
The Town of Osoyoos is reminding Canada Day/Cherry Fiesta goers that the annual Canada Day Cherry Fiesta Water Fight with the Firefighters starts at 10:50 a.m. on July 1, before the main parade (and unofficially at the end of the parade when the fire trucks return to close out the parade).
SOGH emergency closed Friday night
Interior Health has advised that the emergency department at the South Okanagan General Hospital (SOGH) in Oliver will be temporarily closed from 5 p.m., Friday, June 26 to 10 a.m. Saturday, June 27, 2026.
Hearts for Heroes estate sale this weekend
The Hearts for Heroes event featuring the world-famous Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride this coming August is moving along smoothly, according to Osoyoos’ Tammy Herman, who is the lead organizer.