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iN PHOTOS: Weird and wacky fruit and veggies in Okanagan, Kamloops
Harvest season in backyard gardens can be filled with quirky surprises.
Why don’t indie theatres show more Canadian films? Industry group blames studios, sort of
TORONTO — A group representing independent Canadian cinemas wants studios to drop an industry practice that it says is keeping…
Clutch moments galore, on friends’ epic road trip from Vancouver to Arctic and back
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VANCOUVER — When Jaden Konishi rolled his 1986 Porsche 944 into Vancouver after an 8,000-kilometre road trip to the Arctic…
Vegfest Kelowna brings wholesome food and education to City Park
Healthier alternatives, eco-friendly materials, and the vegan lifestyle will be celebrated at the 6th annual Vegfest in Kelowna on Sunday,…
Young players picking up lessons with rebuilding Vancouver Canucks
PENTICTON — Braeden Cootes is getting used to living out of a suitcase. The 19-year-old centre knows it’s up to…
A 35% tax increase in Vernon over four years is helping to pay for lots of nice things
From parks to pools Vernon has cool new stuff. It's come at a cost.
Drought conditions persist across southern B.C. despite recent rainfall
VICTORIA — British Columbia’s southern Interior is facing “entrenched” drought conditions despite recent rainfall. The River Forecast Centre says in…
West Kelowna’s new mayor strolled into office unopposed, and it’s not that rare in BC
Stephen Johnston gets to skip the election campaign.
Lake Country’s push to charge industry more for water gets support
"We can see how closely water security is connected to the long-term well-being of our communities."
Penticton city councillor found guilty of historic sex crimes
He was found guilty on five of the seven charges.
Judge pauses Hotel Eldorado lakeshore boardwalk dispute with city
Kelowna city hall can't buy its way out of the Hotel Eldorado boardwalk dispute.
In unusual move, BC ministry not identifying suspended teacher who injured student
Teachers' names are normally made public, but not in this case.
iN VIDEO: Okanagan artists out in full creative force for Lake Country ArtWalk at new location
The 33rd annual Lake Country ArtWalk had a successful weekend at its new location in…
‘Appetizing’ stores are the quieter, less famous sibling of the Jewish deli
NEW YORK (AP) — In traditional Jewish American food culture, a “deli” was where you went for a towering pastrami sandwich. You went somewhere else entirely to buy lox and a schmear: an " appetizing store.” The quieter, less famous...
At least 4 killed as floods inundate more than 16,000 homes in Vietnam
HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — At least four people were killed after heavy rains, floods and landslides inundated more than 16,000 homes in northern and central Vietnam, authorities said Friday. Large areas remain flooded, although rain that has fallen in the...
Lowriding culture celebrated in San Francisco as it receives broader recognition
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Drivers in vehicles built to move low and slow cruised Saturday down San Francisco's Mission Street in celebration of one of the city’s most distinctive cultural traditions: lowriding. Music played as hundreds of customized cars bounced,...
Why it can make more sense to sell BC Bud in Germany than Kelowna
"It's more money in their pocket.”
iN DISCUSSION: A message for Premier Eby as he hints about calling an election
"No one wants an election."
iN DISCUSSION: How America has squandered good will from 9/11
"You perhaps forget the fact that 'our' includes everyone in this country. Mayors are not just responsible to people with means, but to everyone who lives in their jurisdiction. Maybe looking at it from that angle would help in finding answers?"
iN DISCUSSION: Did not watering your lawn help? Not as much as you’d think
"It’s been a weird summer with the water restrictions where I live in the Okanagan."
Drought conditions persist across southern B.C. despite recent rainfall
VICTORIA — British Columbia’s southern Interior is facing “entrenched” drought conditions despite recent rainfall. The…
Conservatives in chaos as eight join CentreBC and Eby says no decision on early vote
The self-destruction of the British Columbia Conservatives has birthed a right-of-centre alternative in the provincial…
MPs, senators on intelligence committee scrutinize Canada’s ability to spy overseas
OTTAWA — Parliamentarians are taking a hard look at Canada’s overseas intelligence gathering capabilities as…
Bills, byelections and bilats: what you need to know as MPs return to Parliament Hill
OTTAWA — Members of Parliament are making their way back to Ottawa for the fall…
Carney heading to Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon for meeting with Macron
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to the French territory of Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon today…
Ukraine fires over 1,000 drones at Russia, including hundreds launched at Moscow
Ukrainian forces fired more than 1,000 drones at Russia overnight, including hundreds that were launched…
South Korea says North Korea launched a ballistic missile and another projectile toward the sea
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea launched a short-range ballistic missile toward the sea…
Israeli man critically wounded in West Bank shooting, and other Mideast developments
An Israeli man was critically wounded in a shooting attack in the West Bank, and…
Bloc MPs to gather near Ottawa with U.S. tariffs, Quebec election in focus
OTTAWA — Bloc Québécois MPs will gather near Ottawa to prepare for the return of…
Why don’t indie theatres show more Canadian films? Industry group blames studios, sort of
TORONTO — A group representing independent Canadian cinemas wants studios to drop an industry practice…
Ed Sheeran says situation in Gaza is ‘catastrophic and unjustifiable’ as he opens concert
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ed Sheeran opened a concert Saturday with comments about Gaza after controversy…
Cameron Whitcomb takes home top honours at Canadian Country Music Awards
SASKATOON — Cameron Whitcomb has seemingly solidified his place in country music as he and…
Paredes’ heroics keep Stampeders in CFL playoff picture, Redblacks drop to 0-13
CALGARY — The Calgary Stampeders stayed in the CFL playoff conversation, thanks to a lengthy…
Canadiens top Maple Leafs in No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna’s pro debut for Toronto
TORONTO — Gavin McKenna sat in the passenger seat ahead of his professional debut. The…
Zimbabwe wins toss, elects to bat against Australia in third ODI
HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) — Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza won the toss and elected to bat…
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iN VIDEO: Okanagan artists out in full creative force for Lake Country ArtWalk at new location
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