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‘I’m not a hero’: Summerland man gifts camper to help family displaced by wildfire
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“It’s an example of how much stuff we can do without, and how we can help with whatever we have.”
B.C. boaters warned to avoid floating island that has mystified experts
Geologist John Joseph Clague said when he first heard that a floating island, bigger than a football field, had been…
OneBC leader sues Kelowna MLA’s staffer for defamation
“Self-proclaimed ‘free speech warrior’ Dallas Brodie is filing a lawsuit because she got called crazy? Sounds like insecurity to me."
RCMP ask to meet ex-B.C. Conservative who says he was offered job to quit as MLA
British Columbia legislator Ian Paton said RCMP have asked to interview him on Wednesday, and expects them to ask about…
B.C. government confirms errors worth $1.46B in gas revenue forecasts
Errors including botched currency conversions led the British Columbia government to overstate its forecasted natural gas revenues by about $1.46…
‘Outrageous:’ Vernon MP blasts US secretary of war for ‘bullying’ cadets
Vernon's Conservative MP described it as "bullying."
The Latest: US and Iran exchange fire after abrupt end to month without military action
The U.S. military hit targets in Iran on Tuesday, leading Tehran to respond with missile and drone fire as hostilities…
Campfire ban to be lifted Thursday in Okanagan, Kamloops
“As the campfire prohibition is being lifted, we ask the public to remain vigilant and follow all regulations when enjoying campfires."
Penticton city hall considers $9M solar powered ‘microgrid’
The solar-powered electrical grid would be there in case of emergency.
Uber drivers unionize in Kamloops, Okanagan
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They will join Victoria as part of Canada's first-ever union for Uber drivers.
Crews mopping up after major fire at Vernon church
The fire did significant damage to the Vernon Alliance Church.
iN PHOTOS: Looking back at smoke-filled skies in Thompson-Okanagan
Photographers have been able to capture moments of bittersweet beauty.
BC SPCA Summer Tail Gate Series brings music, wine and support for animals to Privato Winery
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An evening of live music, vineyard views and community connection is coming to Privato Winery…
BC SPCA Summer Tail Gate Series brings music, wine and support for animals to Privato Winery
An evening of live music, vineyard views and community connection is coming to Privato Winery as the BC SPCA Summer Tail Gate Series returns to Kamloops on September 3, 2026. Hosted by the BC SPCA Kamloops & District Community Animal...
In the news today: Nepal flood death toll, Ontario nickel mining, drought recovery
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed...Some missing tourists make contact as Nepal flood death toll tops 1,100Some tourists previously reported missing in Nepal have made contact with authorities, officials...
At least 22 have been killed in a bus crash in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula
CAIRO (AP) — At least 22 people, including Egyptians and Jordanians, were killed Wednesday in a passenger bus crash in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula, authorities in both countries said. Twenty-eight others were injured. The accident happened on a road linking the...
DEA tactic that let fentanyl flood the streets is being investigated by House Republicans
MIAMI (AP) — A controversial policing tactic that permitted staggering amounts of deadly fentanyl to reach the streets as federal authorities sought to build bigger drug cases is now under investigation by Republicans on the House Oversight Committee. The committee's...
iN DISCUSSION: Trump trade war creating chaos for small export companies, too
A guitar manufacturer in the Shuswap is trying to be optimistic about the future of his business.
iN DISCUSSION: What a mess the BC Conservatives find themselves in
"In a time where David Eby's NDP appears to be out of ideas and momentum and voters clearly would prefer another choice, this is their option."
iN DISCUSSION: Okanagan bakery stirs up wildfire compensation controversy
The bakery and coffee shop in Peachland would like to be compensated for business lost when tourists fled.
B.C. boaters warned to avoid floating island that has mystified experts
Geologist John Joseph Clague said when he first heard that a floating island, bigger than…
B.C. AG condemns report of death threats and raw bacon at Surrey mosque
British Columbia’s attorney general is condemning Islamophobia after the Fleetwood Islamic Centre in Surrey says…
In the news today: Nepal flood death toll, Ontario nickel mining, drought recovery
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Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Bank of Canada set to make 6th interest rate decision of the year
OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada is set to make its sixth interest rate decision…
Canadian families still waiting for answers one week after Nepal disaster
Neeral Patel sent well-wishes to her cousin on his birthday last Wednesday, but she never…
Russian strikes kill 2 Ukrainian civilians as Moscow and Kyiv threaten to raise the stakes
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian aerial attacks overnight and during daylight Wednesday killed two civilians…
After more than 9 months at sea, the USS Abraham Lincoln arrives in Thailand
LAEM CHABANG, Thailand (AP) — The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier docked at a port…
Congo’s Ebola outbreak shows no signs of slowing as deaths top 3,000
BUNIA, Congo (AP) — Congo’s Ebola outbreak has killed more than 3,000 people out of…
Bank of Canada set to make 6th interest rate decision of the year
OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada is set to make its sixth interest rate decision…
Canadian families still waiting for answers one week after Nepal disaster
Neeral Patel sent well-wishes to her cousin on his birthday last Wednesday, but she never…
Hot Docs promotes Diana Sanchez from executive director to president
TORONTO — Hot Docs says it’s bolstering its leadership team as it looks to establish…
He captivated millions on TV. Now Archbishop Fulton Sheen is one step closer to sainthood
PEORIA, Ill. (AP) — Bonnie Engstrom believes a long-deceased TV priest helped save her son’s…
Jaguars looking to make the playoffs in consecutive years for the first time since 1999
JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS (13-4) Expectations The Jaguars surprised nearly everyone in coach Liam Coen’s debut season.…
Mike LaFleur takes over the Arizona Cardinals, who aim to improve in post-Kyler Murray era
ARIZONA CARDINALS (3-14) Expectations First-year coach Mike LaFleur gets his chance to turn around the…
Bo Nix returns from broken ankle and has a better offense around him for 2026
DENVER BRONCOS (15-4) Expectations In two words, Super Bowl. That’s where the Broncos figured they…
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