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iN PHOTOS: Campers unplug at picturesque sites in Okanagan, Kamloops
There are a few provincial sites and several free sites available.
Bank of Canada holds key rate as Macklem downplays recession talk
OTTAWA — Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem doesn’t think the economy is in a recession, but he does acknowledge…
Kelowna woman found guilty of trying to kill her cat with fentanyl
"This is a huge victory for animal welfare in Canada."
Kelowna landlords not rushing to short-term rentals just because the rules changed
iNhome
"We've even had people basically pay them to leave just because it makes financial sense to get the tenant out and they were both happy.”
Never before seen flying pterosaurs heading to Okanagan Science Centre
“They're a really interesting species and just seeing how flight evolved throughout prehistoric times is really cool."
Okanagan widow sues Area 27 over crash that killed her husband
iNwheels
Two people died in a crash two years ago, and the driver's wife is now taking the track to court.
Kamloops cops search for arson suspect after dumpster fire
"The suspect appears to arrive on a bicycle wearing a backpack and a hat.”
iN NUMBERS: Which region in BC has the most drunk drivers
iNwheels
“Our officers did notice improvements in some of our usual check stops in 2026, but we are intercepting far too many people who choose to drive while impaired.”
Hotel Eldorado not the only obstruction to connecting Kelowna waterfront paths
It could be a long road to complete a one-kilometre stretch.
Polson Artisan Night Market entertains with weekly thematic evenings
Every Friday from 4 pm to 8 pm in Polson Park, the Polson Artisan Night…
‘A waiting game’: Future uncertain for Summerland family after house razed by wildfire
“The only thing that really hit hard was my daughter’s bed frame, it was the only thing left standing. That just hit. That’s where my kids grew up.”
Kelowna killer’s failure to complete counselling leads to more charges
He was 22-years-old when he killed a 32-year-old father with a hammer on a Kelowna street.
Once shaped by court rituals, China’s imperial cuisine lives on today
BEIJING (AP) — It is said that Empress Dowager Cixi once dreamed of a pastry during the final decades of imperial China. The same treat was served to her at breakfast the following morning. Delighted, she summoned her chef and...
Massachusetts House and Senate move toward housing goals
Massachusetts is facing a housing crisis, and the clock is ticking. The state needs to build 222,000 new homes by 2035 to meet demand, according to Gov. Maura Healey’s office. “And those homes have to be affordable to households at...
iN NUMBERS: Which region in BC has the most drunk drivers
“Our officers did notice improvements in some of our usual check stops in 2026, but we are intercepting far too many people who choose to drive while impaired.”
Federal government invests $24 million for cannabis and brain health research
TORONTO — Federal Minister of Health Marjorie Michel has announced $24 million to create the Canadian Cannabis and Brain Health Consortium. Funded through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the group of 10 research teams from across Canada will work...
iN DISCUSSION: Climate change has disrupted summer
"The summers of my youth are not the same. They have been disrupted by climate change and I don't think they are coming back."
iN DISCUSSION: How effective is government wildfire emergency alert system?
Do you think you can rely on the alerts sent to your phone?
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."
‘Lucky’ collapsed on Amsterdam street. Did he go missing in Vancouver in 1994?
VANCOUVER — Vancouver police say they are working with Dutch counterparts and Interpol to determine…
Returning home different for everyone after ‘monster’ wildfire in B.C.’s Okanagan
iNhome
The Sunflower Ukrainian Cafe in Summerland, B.C., is still restocking, but it’s already serving limited…
Carney asks provinces to return U.S. alcohol to stores
OTTAWA — Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston says Prime Minister Mark Carney has asked provinces…
‘Lucky’ collapsed on Amsterdam street. Did he go missing in Vancouver in 1994?
VANCOUVER — Vancouver police say they are working with Dutch counterparts and Interpol to determine…
Returning home different for everyone after ‘monster’ wildfire in B.C.’s Okanagan
iNhome
The Sunflower Ukrainian Cafe in Summerland, B.C., is still restocking, but it’s already serving limited…
Former teacher, 93, among the deaths blamed on storm as Hawaii residents struggle to clean up
HONOLULU (AP) — A beloved former kindergarten teacher who taught generations of residents in a…
Israel’s military to investigate Gaza attacks, and other major developments in the Middle East
The Israeli military said Wednesday it will conduct criminal investigations into the killings of a…
Prince Harry and Meghan are returning to the UK with their children
LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, have decided to return to the…
Carney asks provinces to return U.S. alcohol to stores
OTTAWA — Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston says Prime Minister Mark Carney has asked provinces…
Longtime publisher of Stars and Stripes to retire, citing differences with Pentagon leadership
The longtime publisher of Stars and Stripes has announced his retirement, ending a decades-long career…
Prince Harry and Meghan are returning to the UK with their children
LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, have decided to return to the…
Montrealers pay tribute to legendary jazz pianist Oliver Jones at city hall
MONTREAL — Jazz music filled the hall of honour at Montreal’s city hall on Wednesday…
Pecko fans 4 in MLB debut, Vázquez hits 7th homer as the Astros beat the Angels 3-2
HOUSTON (AP) — Ethan Pecko struck out four in his major-league debut, five Houston relievers…
Canada’s Auger-Aliassime falls to Tiafoe in fourth round at Cincinnati Open
CINCINNATI — Montreal’s Felix Auger-Aliassime dropped a 6-3, 6-4 decision to American Frances Tiafoe in…
Orioles call for more technology after Pete Alonso’s near-homer is ruled foul vs. Yankees
BALTIMORE (AP) — Major League Baseball now uses technology to confirm or overturn balls and…
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