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Arson charge laid in connection with Vernon house fire
The fire caused significant damage.
‘Democracy at work’: Build Kamloops projects to go ahead after counter petitions fail
Construction is expected to start next year for the long-discussed performing arts centre in downtown Kamloops, then another year for…
Kelowna Rockets up against four teams to host 2026 Memorial Cup
TORONTO – Five Western Hockey League teams — including four Canadian clubs — are vying to host the Memorial Cup…
Cosmetics retailer Lush laying off staff amid ‘scaling down’ of Vancouver operations
VANCOUVER – Cosmetics brand Lush says it is laying off staff as it scales down operations at its Vancouver facilities.…
Missing 6-year-old girl missing near Burns Lake since Thursday found safe
BURNS LAKE, B.C. – A 6-year-old girl who had been missing from her community in north-central British Columbia since Thursday…
Kelowna’s Best Social Spot Involves Throwing Rocks – And A Whole Lot More
When people discover the Kelowna Curling Club, they are often quite surprised at what they find. The curling at the…
Victim of sexual assault suing Vernon doctor and other victims
A victim of a Vernon doctor currently serving jail time for sexually assaulting her is taking civil legal action against…
Kamloops community comes together for FASD Awareness Day celebration
A Kamloops community event will bring families, friends and supporters together to recognize FASD Awareness…
Kamloops mayor hasn’t filed election papers yet, blames council
He has until Friday to file nomination papers, and city staff said they are waiting.
BC doctor was ‘uncomfortable and unprepared’ to give trans teen a shot; HRT says he must pay
While it wasn't malicious, it was still discrimination.
iN NUMBERS: How much money is bet on local elections on prediction markets
Prediction markets allow people to bet on all kinds of things like sports, politics and criminal trial outcomes.
Kelowna MLA recall campaign delayed due to lack of funding and volunteers
“Make no mistake, based on your record to date, we remain steadfast in our belief that you should be removed from power because of your actions.”
The apple pie (inspired by mom, of course) became the symbolic food of a nation
Flaky, golden crust. Apple juices bubbling through its vents. The scent of cinnamon. Apple pie is my comfort food, and the only thing my family always cooks together: rolling the dough, fluting the crust’s edges, peeling and chopping the apples....
Ottawa, Alberta pledge to build 1,460 affordable houses
OTTAWA — The federal government and Alberta are pledging to build at least 1,460 affordable housing units across the province. Ottawa will provide up to $220 million through Build Canada Homes, a federal agency formed to speed up the delivery...
These cases could reshape how Pa. treats users who are accused of supplying drugs in fatal overdoses
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court is weighing whether to add new legal protections for defendants accused of providing drugs that caused a deadly overdose. A decision from the state’s highest court could address a frequent criticism of these overdose death prosecutions:...
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: 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."
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.
Oscar-nominated Julian Brave NoiseCat, past winner Dan Werb vie for Writers’ Trust
TORONTO — An Oscar-nominated filmmaker and a past winner are among the finalists for Canada’s…
B.C. forestry sector says industry at ‘breaking point’ in letter to Premier David Eby
VANCOUVER — British Columbia forestry groups have written to Premier David Eby saying the industry…
New U.S. tariffs, import bans unlikely to dent Canadian near-term growth: economists
Economists say new U.S. tariffs and trade restrictions on Canadian goods are unlikely to significantly…
U.S. moves to ban imports of some Canadian products, exempt others from tariffs
WASHINGTON — Most imports of Canadian-made liquor and a handful of dairy products will be…
Former MP Mike Morrice the only candidate left in Green Party leadership race
OTTAWA — Former MP Mike Morrice is the only candidate left in the race for…
A journalist is named king of a Ugandan monarchy that just lost its onetime ‘boy king’
KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) — A news anchor was unexpectedly named the next monarch of Uganda’s…
Zelenskyy urges more international pressure on Russia for civilian deaths
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy chided the international community Wednesday for not…
As midterms approach, new poll finds that few Americans trust campaigns or Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans are more skeptical of government information than they were a few…
New U.S. tariffs, import bans unlikely to dent Canadian near-term growth: economists
Economists say new U.S. tariffs and trade restrictions on Canadian goods are unlikely to significantly…
U.S. moves to ban imports of some Canadian products, exempt others from tariffs
WASHINGTON — Most imports of Canadian-made liquor and a handful of dairy products will be…
The Tate brothers must stay locked up during their UK extradition fight, US judge says
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate must remain in custody as they fight extradition…
Oscar-nominated Julian Brave NoiseCat, past winner Dan Werb vie for Writers’ Trust
TORONTO — An Oscar-nominated filmmaker and a past winner are among the finalists for Canada’s…
Yamal scores as Barcelona routs Feyenoord 5-1 in Champions League. Demirović nets hat trick
Lamine Yamal scored with a free kick through the defensive wall as Barcelona beat Feyenoord…
Browns CB Denzel Ward joins Travis Kelce as minority investor in Cleveland Guardians
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Denzel Ward is the latest Northeast Ohio native and NFL player…
Mountain trail runners describe appeal and peril of sport as Canadian still missing
It’s been just over a year since mountain runner Margaux Cohen suffered a life-changing injury…
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