Latest Articles from Jayden Wasney
Old technology catches on
Dec 21, 2021 / 4:00 am
Castanet is revisiting the top stories of an eventful 2021. Today, for our Technology Story of the Year, we are looking at how QR codes have experienced a renaissance during the pandemic. QR codes have been around for just over 25 years, but the
No changes to trash removal
Dec 13, 2021 / 8:00 pm
Photo: Contributed The Regional District of Central Okanagan has announced no changes will be made to curbside collection over the holidays, as this year's statutory holidays fall on the weekend. All garbage, recycling and yard waste
Place a bid, support women
Dec 13, 2021 / 4:00 am
The Castanet and Premier Jewellery and Loans sixth-annual Diamond Earrings Fundraiser in support of the Kelowna Women's Shelter features a flashy set of earrings this year. Premier Jewellery and Loans manager Martin Strasser described this
City wants feedback
Dec 12, 2021 / 5:30 pm
Photo: City of Kelowna The City of Kelowna is asking residents to get involved in shaping the new active transportation corridor (ATC) on Casorso Road. The community has from now until January 10, 2022 to visit the City’s Get Involved
Castanet's week in review
Dec 12, 2021 / 12:00 pm
Castanet's week in review with Jayden Wasney Murder charge approved Building back stronger Crews tackle basement fire Sword seized from vehicle Increase in families in need
Men supporting men
Dec 11, 2021 / 8:00 pm
Photo: Contributed A new mental health course specifically for men has been released; designed to engage and support them. Through a partnership between HeChangedIt and Discovery College, a Canadian Mental Health Association Kelowna initiative,
Police on lookout
Dec 11, 2021 / 3:38 pm
Photo: Google Maps An accident on the corner of Clement Avenue and Clifton Road has led to high police presence and delays in the area. The two-vehicle accident occurred some time after 3 p.m on Clement Avenue, and a vehicle is blocking
Ferry service running again
Dec 11, 2021 / 1:15 pm
Photo: DriveBC UPDATE: 2:47 p.m. Ferry service is back up and running on Upper Arrow Lake. Service was halted for several hours due to adverse weather conditions. Drivers on Highway 23 are being advised that the Upper Arrow Lake
Hollywood in the Okanagan
Dec 11, 2021 / 1:00 pm
A West Kelowna man with a passion for collecting authentic movie props is getting set for the return of in-person conventions. It's been two years since Richard Johns was able to set up his movie props and displays for eager audiences, but
Fed up with squatters
Dec 11, 2021 / 4:00 am
A Kelowna resident is concerned about squatters taking shelter across the street from his home. Jeff Christie says he doesn’t feel safe in his own neighbourhood. An abandoned house on the corner of Pridham Avenue and Chandler Street has become
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