Kolten Bezooyen

Kolten began his career with Vista Radio in Prince Rupert in July 2025 before moving to the Okanagan in May 2026. He is from Lethbridge, Alberta, and graduated from the Digital Communications and Media program at Lethbridge Polytechnic. His favourite topics to cover are sports and politics.
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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.

Update: 55 airlifted, evacuation expanded after explosive wildfire grows in south Okanagan

Wildfires Kolten Bezooyen -
A fast-growing wildfire west of Summerland has reached an estimated 1,000 hectares Friday evening, prompting evacuation orders.

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Vanderhoof, Fort St. James to host Nechako Lakes all-candidates forums

2026 BC Election
The Vanderhoof and Fort St. James chambers of commerce are hosting opportunities for voters to meet the provincial candidates in Nechako Lakes.

Carrier Lumber under the microscope: Forest Practices Board to begin regional audit

Forestry
The licence operates within the Prince George Timber Supply Area, which includes the Prince George and Stuart Nechako natural resource districts. Only operations within the Prince George Natural Resource District will be audited.

Eby defends family’s use of $10-a-day childcare program

2026 BC Election
B.C. NDP Leader David Eby is facing criticism after confirming his family benefited from a $10-a-day child care program his government froze to new providers.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

Environment
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

Economy
British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.
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