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Kelowna’s H2O centre popular with those trying to escape the wildfire smoke
“We’ve seen quite a spike over the last four to five days.”
Suspect arrested after brush fire in Salmon Arm
"The investigation remains ongoing and we continue to seek additional witnesses."
Off-road vehicles banned from Southern Interior backcountry
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The ban doesn't apply on private land.
Three suspects arrested in Salmon Arm shooting
RCMP said the investigation remains ongoing and further details cannot be released at this time.
Fingers crossed forecast rain hits right spots in Okanagan, Kamloops
“There could be certain locations within the region which see a pretty heavy shower which obviously would be great.”
BC psychologist promoted astrology during therapy session
The regulator says astrology is without proven validity and reliability.
Kelowna Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market growing strong in the Landmark District Community
Kelowna's longest-running outdoor market is now over 31 years old and has long been a favourite among local shoppers who stop by to grab something fresh for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The produce from local farmers, artwork from local creatives,...
Former Carney adviser, CMHC head named inaugural chair of Build Canada Homes
OTTAWA — Ottawa is appointing a former investment banker and public servant with links to Prime Minister Mark Carney to steer the board of directors at its affordable housing agency.Build Canada Homes' inaugural board chair Evan Siddall was CEO of...
Off-road vehicles banned from Southern Interior backcountry
The ban doesn't apply on private land.
Dark-web drug trafficker is sentenced in B.C. after being extradited from Germany
VICTORIA — A Victoria man who was recently extradited from Germany to face accusations of running a dark-web drug trafficking ring has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison after pleading guilty to five charges.RCMP say 29-year-old...
iN DISCUSSION: Some call for backcountry ban in midst of BC wildfires
Is it time to ban backcountry recreational activity?
iN DISCUSSION: Kelowna mayor and councillor partying at Hotel Eldorado sends wrong message
"Here's my hope for all would-be politicians — leave the office better than you found it."
JONESIE: Well, look who was partying at the Eldorado Hotel this weekend
See if you can note the difference between the responses of the two candidates for mayor.
B.C. wildfire evacuees told to brace for devastation, as RCMP launch criminal probe
PENTICTON — Heartbroken Okanagan-area officials have told wildfire evacuees to prepare themselves for the level…
Why information officer kept camera rolling even as he fled B.C. wildfire with family
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PENTICTON — When Erick Thompson decided he had to flee with his family as a…
B.C. wildfire evacuees told to brace for devastation, as RCMP launch criminal probe
PENTICTON — Heartbroken Okanagan-area officials have told wildfire evacuees to prepare themselves for the level…
Why information officer kept camera rolling even as he fled B.C. wildfire with family
iNwheels
PENTICTON — When Erick Thompson decided he had to flee with his family as a…
Calgary officer shot, suspect dead after dramatic chase and gunfire in city park
CALGARY — A police officer was shot Monday in what began as a traffic stop…
Italy Early Wine Harvest Photo Gallery
CORTE FRANCA, Italy (AP) — Extreme heat is pushing Italy’s Franciacorta winemakers to harvest grapes…
Colombia searches for its missing after a powerful earthquake kills more than 100
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Search and rescue efforts were underway early Tuesday in dozens of…
Republicans pick nominee for Alabama US House district they redrew after Supreme Court ruling
DOTHAN, Ala. (AP) — Republicans aiming to flip Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District after redrawing the…
Driver who broke the sound barrier attempts another land speed record in Utah
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WENDOVER, Utah (AP) — The first — and only — person to break the sound…
Tighter spending, more revenue brings B.C. deficit down to $7.7B, minister says
VICTORIA — The British Columbia government says the final accounting for the budget year ending…
Ben Jones, good ol’ boy ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ actor and 2-term US House member, dies at 84
Ben Jones, who played the good ol’ boy mechanic in “The Dukes of Hazzard” TV…
Hilary and Galen Weston Foundation gives $4 million to Giller Prize
TORONTO — The Giller Prize, Canada’s largest literary award for fiction, has found a new…
Merrill’s 2-run homer and Miller’s 30th save lead the Padres to a 3-2 win over the Brewers
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Jackson Merrill hit a two-run homer to center field in the…
Ohtani scores go-ahead run in 7th, Dodgers rally to beat Royals 6-5 in Tarik Skubal’s home debut
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Tarik Skubal yielded three runs over five innings in his home…
Caminero hits a three-run homer as Rays rally with an eight-run eighth and beat the Athletics 10-6
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Junior Caminero hit a three-run homer in an eight-run eighth…
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