Kolten Bezooyen

Kolten began his career with Vista Radio in Prince Rupert in July 2025 before moving to the Okanagan in May 2026. Hailing from Lethbridge, AB, Kolten graduated from the Digital Communications and Media program at Lethbridge Polytechnic. Kolten's favourite topics to cover are sports and politics.
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Cops for Kids fundraiser kicks off in Kelowna, stops across the Okanagan, Shuswap and Kootenays

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Cops across the region are on their annual Cops for Kids bike tour to raise money for children in need and will be stopping in communities across Southern B.C.

Penticton Vees score late, push past Kamloops Blazers in overtime

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After a record breaking inaugural WHL season, the Penticton Vees claimed their first victory of the preseason in overtime against the Kamloops Blazers.

“Still work to be done,” Summerland Jets drop first two preseason games

Summerland Jets Kolten Bezooyen -
The Summerland Jets dropped a pair of games, getting shut out twice over the weekend in the franchise's first-ever pre-season games.

Five former BC Conservatives form new political party

Politics Kolten Bezooyen -
Five former B.C. Conservative MLAs have joined forces to form a new political party, with Peter Milobar serving as interim leader.

Thunderstorms could bring erratic winds to Bald Range Wildfire

Wildfires Kolten Bezooyen -
The Bald Range wildfire has grown to 18,450 hectares as crews work to strengthen containment lines and prepare for thunderstorms that could increase fire activity, according to the B.C. Wildfire Service.

Woman struck by truck while cycling

Emergency Services Kolten Bezooyen -
A cyclist was struck by a pickup truck Tuesday morning.

Update: No significant growth on Bald Range Wildfire overnight, officials say no risk to Penticton

Fire Kolten Bezooyen -
The B.C. Wildfire Service reported growth of only 648 hectares overnight, the smallest overnight increase since the fire broke out late Friday afternoon.

Peachland resident recounts wildfire evacuation

Wildfires Kolten Bezooyen -
A Peachland resident forced from his home by the Bald Range wildfire said his family was prepared to evacuate but struggled to find a place to stay.

Konanz says help available as Bald Range wildfire forces evacuations

Wildfires Kolten Bezooyen -
Federal support is available for Bald Range wildfire evacuees as crews continue to battle the blaze, MP Helena Konanz said.

Fairview encampment trial wrapped up, decision to come in the fall

Housing Kolten Bezooyen -
The civil trial to remove the Fairview encampment in Penticton wrapped up on Thursday after the province filed an injunction earlier this summer.

Summerland Jets preparing for takeoff

Summerland Jets Kolten Bezooyen -
After a two-year hiatus, junior hockey will return to Summerland as the Jets begin preparations for their inaugural season in the BC Hockey Conference

Penticton RCMP investigating arson at Green Avenue construction site

Fire Kolten Bezooyen -
The RCMP considers the fire suspicious and are conducting a criminal investigation.

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MPs approve federal budget in tight vote, averting a snap election

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A narrow majority of MPs voted in favour of the Liberal government’s budget Monday, avoiding another federal election.

‘Generational investment’: Ottawa’s 2025 budget focuses on housing, workers and clean energy

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Canadians head to the polls in ‘most important election of our time’

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Polling stations are officially open across the country for those who have not already voted in advance polls.
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