Kolten Bezooyen

Kolten began his career with Vista Radio in Prince Rupert in July 2025. 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.

Five former BC Conservatives form new political party

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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

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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.

Update: “Everybody’s going to know somebody who has lost a home” Summerland mayor provides update on Bald Range Wildfire

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A wildfire west of Summerland near Trout Creek has expanded rapidly, growing by about 950 hectares, or 9.5 square kilometres, in roughly 90 minutes.

Peachland resident recounts wildfire evacuation

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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

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

Vernon RCMP searching for missing man

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Vernon RCMP are seeking the public's assistance in locating 40-year-old Riley Green, who was last seen leaving his residence on July 30.

Food security at risk amid stage 3 water restriction says B.C. Fruit Growers

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B.C. fruit growers are lashing out at Greater Vernon Water for what they view as draconian water restrictions for the agricultural sector.

Man accused of bestiality in Vernon elects trial by judge

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The B.C. Supreme Court will hear the case of a man accused of bestiality at a Vernon equestrian centre in January.

City of Penticton lifts evacuation order after large structure fire

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Residents of the 10 residences that were forced to evacuate last Thursday can now return home as the site has been deemed safe.

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Oxford English Dictionary adds ‘elbows up,’ and other popular Canadianisms

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My word, a Canadian’s use of the English language is bedazzled with meaning, context, and historical significance.

OPP officer killed near Hearst, Ont

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A 29-year-old OPP officer has been killed on duty in a rural area near Hearst. 

B.C. leaders pause politics to honour victims of Tumbler Ridge shooting

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Flags at the B.C. legislature flew at half-mast Thursday as leaders mourned eight people killed in a mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge.

RCMP release names of eight killed in Tumbler Ridge shooting

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The B.C. RCMP has released the names of six children and two women killed in this week’s shooting in Tumbler Ridge, as the small northeastern community continues to mourn.

Psychologist offers guidance to parents after Tumbler Ridge, B.C., shooting

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In the wake of a deadly shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., that involved victims between the ages of 11 and 13, a psychologist is advising guardians to check in with themselves before talking to their children.
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