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Gary Barnes

Gary Barnes

I recently joined Kelowna Capital News and WestK News as a multimedia journalist in January 2022. With almost 30 years of experience in news reporting and radio broadcasting, I've had the opportunity to work in newsrooms in Castlegar, Vernon, Chilliwack, Abbotsford, Vancouver, and Merritt. I returned to the Okanagan in 2018 and have been loving every minute of it. Additionally, I spent eight years as the assistant manager for Canadian Forces Radio Europe based in the Netherlands and Germany. During that time, I created and managed an internet radio station for several First Nations in the Nicola Valley, which was an incredibly rewarding experience.

Phone
778-738-0603
Email
gary.barnes@kelownacapnews.com

Recent Work by Gary

Kelowna 5th in Canada for credit card debt: Study

Kelowna 5th in Canada for credit card debt: Study

The average outstanding balance per capita is $3,394 according to Money.ca
‘I’m proposing to lead by example’: Kelowna Coun. Cannan opts out of wage increase

‘I’m proposing to lead by example’: Kelowna Coun. Cannan opts out of wage increase

Councillors have until May 14 to state in writing if they will opt out of the wage increase
Rising water levels close Casorso Road underpass in Kelowna

Rising water levels close Casorso Road underpass in Kelowna

Regional district urges visitors to adhere to barricades and closure signs
Meet Me on Bernard takes to Kelowna streets for the summer

Meet Me on Bernard takes to Kelowna streets for the summer

The 200 block of Bernard will be closed to motorists starting at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15
Fantastic finish for Kelowna Fire Department at First Responder Olympics

Fantastic finish for Kelowna Fire Department at First Responder Olympics

The event was held at the main fire hall on Enterprise Way during Mental Health Week
Water Quality Advisory for Star Place Water System in Central Okanagan

Water Quality Advisory for Star Place Water System in Central Okanagan

High turbidity levels can pose health risks, especially to children, and the elderly
Gentleman start your engines: Riding for a cause in Kelowna

Gentleman start your engines: Riding for a cause in Kelowna

Worldwide Distinguished Gentlemen’s Ride to rumble through the city
Community prosperity plan revealed by West Kelowna residents

Community prosperity plan revealed by West Kelowna residents

Glenrosa Residents Association urges public to support the initiative
Kelowna kayaker raises over $45k in Making Waves for Autism

Kelowna kayaker raises over $45k in Making Waves for Autism

Kim Inglis paddled and rowed 365 kilometers to support individuals and families affected by autism
Fire danger raised to level four in Central Okanagan regional parks

Fire danger raised to level four in Central Okanagan regional parks

Visitors urged to exercise caution and adhere to fire prevention and safety guideline
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