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‘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.”
Kamloops mobile bookstore rolls out spicy romance novels and book bling
“There is something special about the smell the feel of books, and the books are so different now because they’re made to look like art so it’s nice to have on your shelf and be able to pull out."
Some of the most dedicated World Cup fans skipping this year’s tournament, citing costs and politics
Soccer fans will soon crisscross continents to see their beloved national teams compete on the sport’s grandest stage, the World…
BC judge tells OKIB to deal with the Parker Cove firefighting issue
The Band's leadership doesn't appear to have liked the bad press.
iN NUMBERS: Cannabis sales take a dive in BC Southern Interior
iN420
Have you been smoking less cannabis?
Once the preserve of elite chefs, sushi-making can be fun
TOKYO (AP) — No food says Japan more than sushi. But few people make it themselves, even Japanese. The art…
iN PHOTOS: Hummingbird builds nest, raises chicks on a porch light in Kelowna
"I feel blessed to have a hummingbird family here, they're so cute, I love it."
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.
‘See a need, fill a need’: Summerland man’s website reports damaged homes as locals evacuated
"The thought hit me of all these little kids and parents that are stuck just not knowing, and it made me angry."
Vernon woman charged with arson days after Bradley Creek wildfire broke out
The fires were lit in the Commonage Road area of Vernon.
More people evacuated by Bald Range wildfire returning home
Roughly 150 structures have been damaged or destroyed in Summerland and Electoral Area F.
Kelowna bought $3.5M industrial property from Hotel Eldorado owner amid boardwalk vote
Kelowna has gone to court to annex lakefront boardwalk so the public can access it.
No end in sight to dry spell in Okanagan, Kamloops: meteorologist
“It’s not atypical for us in the summer to see one of these dry months but to see the duration of this dryness is really what's the most concerning right now."
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...
In the news today: Trump delays tariffs, B.C. wildfire update, Alberta data centres
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed…Trump delays 50 per cent tariffs on Canada for three daysCanada has temporarily dodged 50 per cent tariffs on roughly $28-billion worth of goods...
Feds move to repeal EV sales mandate without new stringent emission rules in place
OTTAWA — The federal government moved last week to formally repeal the electric vehicle sales mandate, but the more stringent emission standards Prime Minister Mark Carney promised to replace it with is not close to being finalized.In a notice in...
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."
Wildfire near Summerland, B.C., remains active as residents return
SUMMERLAND — While most evacuation orders have come down for the Bald Range wildfire near…
Relief in Summerland, B.C., as fire evacuations end, but 150 structures damaged, lost
iNhome
Most residents of Summerland, B.C., are now able to return home after being chased out…
Trump delays 50 per cent tariffs on Canada for three days
OTTAWA — Canada has temporarily dodged 50 per cent tariffs on roughly $28-billion worth of…
In the news today: Trump delays tariffs, B.C. wildfire update, Alberta data centres
iNhome
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Wildfire near Summerland, B.C., remains active as residents return
SUMMERLAND — While most evacuation orders have come down for the Bald Range wildfire near…
Zelenskyy fires a top aide amid a graft probe as Ukraine’s ex-defense minister demands elections
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy fired one of his most senior officials…
Sen. Sullivan, former US Rep. Peltola begin Alaska US Senate campaign after advancing from primary
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan and Democratic former Rep. Mary Peltola…
Kennedy Center tells court it won’t try to restore Trump’s name to the building before Sept. 8
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Kennedy Center has told a federal court that it would not…
Trump delays 50 per cent tariffs on Canada for three days
OTTAWA — Canada has temporarily dodged 50 per cent tariffs on roughly $28-billion worth of…
Relief in Summerland, B.C., as fire evacuations end, but 150 structures damaged, lost
iNhome
Most residents of Summerland, B.C., are now able to return home after being chased out…
Kennedy Center tells court it won’t try to restore Trump’s name to the building before Sept. 8
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Kennedy Center has told a federal court that it would not…
Frank Beard, drummer of boogie-rock trio ZZ Top, dies at 77
NEW YORK (AP) — Frank Beard, the drummer for the Texas boogie-rock trio ZZ Top…
Bayern star Jamal Musiala’s season start is in doubt after two collapses in games
BERLIN (AP) — Jamal Musiala’s readiness for Bayern Munich’s start to the season is in…
Robinson strikes off first ball of series for England vs Pakistan before 2-hour rain delay
LEEDS, England (AP) — Joe Root’s second stint as England test captain began with a…
Crystal Palace signs US teenager Gozo in $15M club record sale for Real Salt Lake
LONDON (AP) — Crystal Palace added to its squad for another European campaign by signing…
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