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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."
Kelowna orchardist family win injunction against serial harasser
A Kelowna orchardist family who became the latest target of an online serial harasser have won a court injunction against…
iN PHOTOS: Kamloops museum wool exhibit offers hands-on cultural experience
An exciting new exhibit at the Kamloops Museum and Archives invites visitors to not only learn about the history of…
South Okanagan cannabis lobby shares gripes with local candidates
Cannabis producers and retailers from the Penticton-Summerland riding met recently with four candidates running in the BC election to explain…
Clearwater residents can turn on the taps again as mischief investigation continues
Clearwater residents can turn on their taps without worry again after an unexpected shutdown drained the community's reservoir. The reservoir…
Battling rain, pain and loneliness, Vernon’s Shanda Hill on track to finish epic ultra triathlon
Vernon’s Shanda Hill is battling physical injuries and pain, loneliness, sleep deprivation and pouring rain as she nears the end…
Cleanup of what’s left for Kamloops Red Bridge to continue through winter
It will be months before the South Thompson River shoreline is cleared of what's left of the Red Bridge destroyed…
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…
Summerland brothers to pay $2,000 after losing court battle against RCMP and Crown
The case dates back to a since overturned 2019 criminal conviction.
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...
Schwartz’s Deli swaps black cherry soda for local alternative as U.S. tariffs bite
MONTREAL — On a typical summer day at Schwartz’s Deli, in Montreal, there's a lineup at the door as tourists and locals wait to get their smoked-meat sandwich.But now, something has changed. For decades, customers would be able to order...
Uber drivers unionize in Kamloops, Okanagan
They will join Victoria as part of Canada's first-ever union for Uber drivers.
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.
RCMP ask to meet ex-B.C. Conservative who says he was offered job to quit as MLA
British Columbia legislator Ian Paton says RCMP have asked to interview him on Wednesday, and…
Pentagon defends Hegseth’s controversial post about Canadian cadet program
WASHINGTON — The Pentagon is standing behind a controversial social media post by U.S. Defense…
RCMP ask to meet ex-B.C. Conservative who says he was offered job to quit as MLA
British Columbia legislator Ian Paton says RCMP have asked to interview him on Wednesday, and…
Pentagon defends Hegseth’s controversial post about Canadian cadet program
WASHINGTON — The Pentagon is standing behind a controversial social media post by U.S. Defense…
Carney says U.S. wants to wipe out Canadian industries or make them subsidiaries
OTTAWA — U.S. negotiators were pushing in trade talks last month for concessions from Canada…
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…
Court documents show Tiger Woods plans to change not guilty plea in DUI case in Florida
STUART, Fla. (AP) — Court documents showed Tuesday that Tiger Woods plans to change his…
US military completes latest strikes against Iran, while Trump vows more for Tehran’s retaliation
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. military hit targets in Iran on Tuesday and Tehran fired…
Carney says U.S. wants to wipe out Canadian industries or make them subsidiaries
OTTAWA — U.S. negotiators were pushing in trade talks last month for concessions from Canada…
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…
U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra to visit Newfoundland for 25th anniversary of 9/11
GANDER — U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra will be among the dignitaries heading to central Newfoundland…
Élections Québec says it will send out voting information in French only
MONTREAL — A group representing anglophones in Quebec is calling on the provincial elections authority…
Jackson Koivun added to American team for Presidents Cup 3 months after leaving college
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Jackson Koivun was added to the U.S. team for…
Clemson coach calls NFL players returning to play college football ’embarrassing’ for the sport
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Clemson’s Dabo Swinney joined the list of football coaches bashing the…
Survey finds there’s plenty of interest in Canada in both the CFL and NFL
TORONTO — It’s an annual perception in Canada that the start of the NFL season…
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