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iN NUMBERS: Which region in BC has the most drunk drivers
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“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.”
Steven Spielberg on his faith in alien life, the future of the movies and the power of empathy
NEW YORK (AP) — A moment early on in “Disclosure Day” will instinctively feel familiar to anyone who grew up…
Vernon naturalist finds furry surprise inside bird nest box
"One of the exciting parts of nest box monitoring is you never know what's inside them until you open them. This was a special find."
Pot shops have high expectations from World Cup fans, tourists
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TORONTO — A week before the World Cup, a Toronto cannabis shop has already got ahold of the trophy —…
Three-month wait for Penticton councillor’s verdicts on historic sexual abuse charges
The verdicts will come more than two years after James Miller was charged.
Summer-like weather in store for Okanagan, Kamloops after showers this weekend
“Cool days and thunderstorm activity has really been what we've seen (so far) in June."
Eby says Canada’s not-criminally-responsible system re-victimizes families
The provisions in the Criminal Code related to people found not criminally responsible by reason of mental disorder have resulted…
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.
‘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.
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."
Returning home different for everyone after ‘monster’ wildfire in B.C.’s Okanagan
A staged re-entry is unfolding for residents of Summerland, B.C., while the wildfire that forced…
Salamander and tarantula are B.C. fire survivors, as pets and owners seek reunions
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When Amanda Roberts and her 10-year-old son River fled the Bald Range fire before it…
Canada, U.S. both say they made gains in new trade deal that averted tariffs
WASHINGTON — Canada-U.S. Minister Dominic LeBlanc smiled widely beside U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade czar…
Quebec prosecutor stays charges against 11 Longueuil teens
Quebec’s Crown prosecutor says it has stayed charges against 11 teens in Longueuil. The teens…
Returning home different for everyone after ‘monster’ wildfire in B.C.’s Okanagan
A staged re-entry is unfolding for residents of Summerland, B.C., while the wildfire that forced…
The Latest: Trump picks top White House aide Dr. Heidi Overton to lead FDA
Dr. Heidi Overton, a top White House aide, has been picked to lead the Food…
Woman sought in officer’s death co-founded mental health group for police and other first responders
WORCESTER, Mass. (AP) — A woman who started a group that advocates for the mental…
Missouri court rejects petition proposing protections for laws passed by citizen initiative
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — A Missouri court has rejected a request to let voters…
Canada, U.S. both say they made gains in new trade deal that averted tariffs
WASHINGTON — Canada-U.S. Minister Dominic LeBlanc smiled widely beside U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade czar…
Melissa Grelo departs ‘The Social’ as CTV daytime show becomes a video podcast
“The Social” is saying goodbye to co-host Melissa Grelo and hello to the podcast era.…
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…
Melissa Grelo departs ‘The Social’ as CTV daytime show becomes a video podcast
“The Social” is saying goodbye to co-host Melissa Grelo and hello to the podcast era.…
Seahawks sign 2-time Pro Bowl cornerback Trevon Diggs while Terrion Arnold remains unsigned
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks signed cornerback Trevon Diggs on Wednesday. A person…
Scottie Scheffler on the cusp of breaking a PGA Tour mark Tiger Woods has held for 26 years
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Scottie Scheffler is on the cusp of a PGA Tour record…
Paul Skenes has fallen back to earth in 2026. The Pirates ace is intent on staying the course
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Paul Skenes insists he has had stretches during his still-burgeoning career when…
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iN VIDEO: WinCon Kelowna welcomed by the tabletop community
The Coast Capri Hotel was off to a busy weekend on August 14, 15, and…