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High winds that fanned Bradley Creek wildfire near Vernon unusual for August
“On average, August is one of the least windy months."
iN PHOTOS: Funky fungus finds in Thompson-Okanagan
Some fungal species in the region have comical, phallic shapes.
Child from Alberta rescued from Shuswap River in Enderby in critical condition
“This tragic incident highlights the dangers surrounding all bodies of water."
Mara man killed in motorcycle crash in Enderby
The motorcycle drifted across the centreline and into the path of an oncoming pickup,
No criminality suspected after body of missing man found in Vernon
The man's identity hasn't been made public.
Belly dancers and baclava: Inside Eddy Haymour’s Peachland castle during the party years
“It was magical, we were transported to another world, and the food was delicious.”
Kelowna caregiver jailed for continuous abuse of severely disabled client
By day he presented himself as a trustworthy caregiver, but at night he regularly assaulted the man.
The latest thing in cocktails is spicy and savory. Tips and recipes for home bartenders
LONDON (AP) — Spicy drinks are having a moment, and it’s no longer just standard spicy margs and bloody marys. Bartenders are getting experimental to create the perfect combination with a kick. “The same way that you want to season...
What people are saying about B.C.’s wildfire evacuations
VERNON — More than 1,300 firefighters are battling wildfires in British Columbia, including recent fires that spread around northern Okanagan Lake during a windstorm on Saturday, forcing thousands of residents, while fires destroyed hundreds of homes.Here is what some evacuees,...
Wildfires closing in on BC Interior highways
Major routes like the Trans-Canada and Coquihalla remain clear, but fires are encroaching on some Thompson-Okanagan routes.
Quebec company banned from selling unauthorized peptides: Health Canada
Health Canada says a court has approved the agency's request to permanently ban a Quebec-based online store from selling unauthorized injectable peptides in the country.The federal agency says in a statement that the Superior Court of Québec has granted a...
iN DISCUSSION: Is name recognition the way to choose a local candidate to vote for?
"We've been pondering how to cover this municipal election."
THOMPSON: After 10 years writing columns, time has come to turn another page
It has been fun and I appreciate those loyal readers who have laughed, cried and been angry about the many topics that entered my mind before finding their way onto my iPad and then into this column.
iN DISCUSSION: Fallout from an Amber alert
This is where cold hard facts give way to the hottest of takes, mostly mine…
B.C. lakeside community in ruins as chief says 230 homes destroyed by wildfire
iNhome
VERNON — The devastation stretches for more than a kilometre along the northwest shore of…
Ottawa moves to list Alberta-backed West Coast pipeline as national interest project
OTTAWA — The federal government is advancing the process to designate a proposed oil pipeline…
B.C. lakeside community in ruins as chief says 230 homes destroyed by wildfire
iNhome
VERNON — The devastation stretches for more than a kilometre along the northwest shore of…
Ottawa moves to list Alberta-backed West Coast pipeline as national interest project
OTTAWA — The federal government is advancing the process to designate a proposed oil pipeline…
Police found blood on jacket Montreal girl was wearing when her body was found
ELIZABETHTOWN — Police found traces of blood on the jacket a nine-year-old Montreal girl was…
The Latest: Michigan Democratic Senate primary is a test between progressives and the establishment
Michigan will offer the country its clearest gauge yet on the direction of the Democratic…
Guatemala evacuates communities after Fuego volcano erupts, in photos
SAN JUAN ALOTENANGO, Guatemala (AP) — Hundreds of people were evacuated after Guatemala’s Fuego volcano…
Michigan’s Senate Democratic primary is latest test of the progressive movement’s power
DETROIT (AP) — Michigan Democrats voted Tuesday in a closely watched Senate primary between moderate…
Ottawa moves to list Alberta-backed West Coast pipeline as national interest project
OTTAWA — The federal government is advancing the process to designate a proposed oil pipeline…
Metro Vancouver workers renew job action, citing sewage spill and stalled talks
VANCOUVER — The union representing Metro Vancouver outside workers says it has withdrawn members from…
Princess Eugenie has given birth to a girl in Portugal, palace says
LONDON (AP) — Britain’s Princess Eugenie has given birth to a baby girl, her third…
Ottawa awards Telesat $2.3B Arctic military satellite contract
OTTAWA — A Canadian telecommunications firm has signed a deal with the federal government worth…
Arraez has 2 hits and 2 RBIs in Phillies debut, Luzardo tosses 8 innings in 5-0 win over Nationals
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Luis Arraez had two hits and two RBIs in his Philadelphia debut,…
Zakai Zeigler challenges NCAA’s new 5-season model in court fight over eligibility
Lawyers for former Tennessee basketball player Zakai Zeigler filed an amended lawsuit Tuesday using the…
Padres’ new-look rotation takes shape with Mize starting Wednesday and Ray on Friday
PHOENIX (AP) — The San Diego Padres’ new-look rotation is starting to take shape, with…
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Artists and creatives were out showing off their work on Bernard St. Thursday evening. Festivals…