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Fun, free and indispensable: The value of BC’s durable inland car ferries
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"Yea, slowly they get decommissioned. They wanted to do that to the McLure ferry in 2003 but the wildfire happened and they realized how vital it was and the provincial government removed the axe over its head.”
B.C. Conservative’s Lorne Doerkson sets out urgent priorities to govern
VANCOUVER — British Columbia’s premier-designate Lorne Doerkson’s long to-do list includes lowering taxes, while reviewing the provincial finances, working with…
iN NUMBERS: It’s hunting season and it’s a pretty big deal in the Thompson-Okanagan
Get your orange vest on.
iN PHOTOS: Amusing Halloween shenanigans captured around Thompson-Okanagan
The fun adds spirit to spooky season.
Mike Ditka, the quintessential Chicago Bear and a Pro Football Hall of Famer, dies at 86
CHICAGO (AP) — Mike Ditka, who personified the toughness and grit of Chicago in a Hall of Fame career as…
Okanagan wildlife advocate rescues rare, red-listed reptile
“I’d never encourage the handling of wildlife but in this case his only hope was for me to reach down and pick him up.”
S.S. Sicamous brings book lovers to Okanagan Lake with Bookish Market
Penticton’s iconic S.S. Sicamous is opening its doors to locals for a unique book sale happening this Sunday. Running from…
Explore Health, Healing, and Self-Care at the Vernon Wellness Fair
The Vernon Wellness Fair is returning to the Vernon Rec Centre for two days of…
Deciding who to vote for last minute? We got you
There are 17 electoral districts listed as a “toss up” and none of them are in Kamloops or the Okanagan with most ridings safely blue.
Why the BC NDP is confident about Kelowna Centre rematch
"It's allowed us to be a little bit more nimble and adjust on the fly.”
Vintage Finds and Timeless Treasures Take Centre Stage at Okanagan Vintage Fair in Kelowna
Vintage enthusiasts and bargain hunters can discover unique finds at the Okanagan Vintage Fair this…
‘Still trying to understand’: Newcomer feels the pressure after topping Kamloops polls
It was very minimal approach and it just kind of blew up."
What’s happening this weekend in the Okanagan & Kamloops | October 23-25, 2026
As we draw closer to the end of October, this weekend is busy with lots…
Sun Peaks Alpine Club brings Oktoberfest celebration to Kamloops
The Sun Peaks Alpine Club is bringing a taste of Oktoberfest to Kamloops with an evening of Bavarian food, beer, entertainment and fundraising. The celebration takes place Saturday, October 24, at Columbo Lodge, with guests encouraged to embrace the theme...
Many feared trapped as a tall building collapses in Kenya
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Many people were feared trapped as a tall building collapsed Friday in Kenya’s capital, leaving a huge mound of concrete and more than a dozen floors stacked like pancakes, with little space between them. The building...
Fun, free and indispensable: The value of BC’s durable inland car ferries
"Yea, slowly they get decommissioned. They wanted to do that to the McLure ferry in 2003 but the wildfire happened and they realized how vital it was and the provincial government removed the axe over its head.”
Indonesia seizes over 2 tons of narcotics in one of the country’s largest drug busts
BELAWAN, Indonesia (AP) — Authorities in Indonesia have seized 1.2 tons of liquid methamphetamine in Aceh and intercepted a vessel carrying 1.16 tons of ketamine off Sumatra in two major drug operations, officials said Friday. Authorities raided a clandestine drug...
iN DISCUSSION: How about some kindness for those incumbents who lost
What surprised you the most about the municipal elections?
iN DISCUSSION: Local elections worth your time and consideration
"Voter turnout in local elections is often laughably, sadly low."
JONESIE: Kamloops voters have one real job this election, but one more big consideration
"One of Reid's better character defects is his relentlessness. He won’t take no, he’ll never quit and that sounds awfully admirable until you realize that's a trait he only shares with those dogs that can’t stop chewing their own feet."
B.C. Conservative’s Lorne Doerkson sets out urgent priorities to govern
VANCOUVER — British Columbia’s premier-designate Lorne Doerkson’s long to-do list includes lowering taxes, while reviewing…
‘He’s earned it’: Conservatives want Doerkson as premier amid constitutional question
VANCOUVER — Voters gave Lorne Doerkson’s B.C. Conservatives a two-thirds majority government on Saturday, now…
Carney, premiers to meet with First Nations leaders in Ottawa for first time in years
OTTAWA — First Nations leaders are meeting today with Prime Minister Mark Carney and some…
‘Well-known evil empire’: Barack Obama mocks President Trump’s trade war with Canada
DETROIT — Former president Barack Obama took aim at U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs on…
Canada receives its first F-35 jets from U.S., as full order remains under review
OTTAWA — Canada has received its first pair of new F-35 fighter jets, with Ottawa…
Delegations meeting in Tehran with region on edge over potential for renewed fighting
CAIRO (AP) — High-level delegations from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey were in Tehran on…
A look at the main issues in Israeli elections seen as a referendum on Netanyahu
Israelis will vote Tuesday in the first national elections since Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack…
Singer Chris Brown to be sentenced over bottle attack at a London nightclub
LONDON (AP) — Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown is to be sentenced Monday over brawling at…
Carney, premiers to meet with First Nations leaders in Ottawa for first time in years
OTTAWA — First Nations leaders are meeting today with Prime Minister Mark Carney and some…
‘Well-known evil empire’: Barack Obama mocks President Trump’s trade war with Canada
DETROIT — Former president Barack Obama took aim at U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs on…
Singer Chris Brown to be sentenced over bottle attack at a London nightclub
LONDON (AP) — Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown is to be sentenced Monday over brawling at…
Caribbean seeks reparations and questions role of monarchy before King Charles III visits
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The royals are coming, and the Caribbean wants to…
Former Canucks captain Hughes shines in return to Vancouver
VANCOUVER — Quinn Hughes knew he could get a frosty reception from Vancouver Canucks fans…
NHL roundup: Stars light the lamp three times in third period to sink Islanders
DALLAS (AP) — Jason Robertson scored twice and the Dallas Stars had a three-goal third…
Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker struggles against Seahawks in Seattle return
SEATTLE (AP) — Kenneth Walker III and the rest of the Kansas City Chiefs stumbled…
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