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Downtown Kamloops business lobby faces opposition to expansion plan
"I have not found one single opt-in, and I am combing the streets."
Kelowna driver spotted with crack pipe tells police he was ‘only’ smoking pot
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“Perhaps he didn’t realize it’s illegal to be impaired by any drugs while driving- including cannabis."
iN NUMBERS: Weed, yes, but few British Columbians support more legalization
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British Columbians are pretty clear: No more tinkering with legalization of harder drugs.
The Latest: Iran eases some communications restrictions as activists say death toll spikes to 2,000
Iran eased some restrictions on its people and, for the first time in days, allowed them to make phone calls…
Scott Adams, whose comic strip ‘Dilbert’ ridiculed white-collar office life, dies at 68
Scott Adams, whose popular comic strip “Dilbert” captured the frustration of beleaguered, white-collar cubicle workers and satirized the ridiculousness of…
Kamloops cops look for suspects in a pair of arsons
“Video footage from both incidents indicates the same alleged suspects may be responsible for both fires.”
Forget arcade, this Kamloops man has a vision for a ‘barcade’
"It’s about the movie posters, the old movies, retro toys and video games, like you’re actually back in the era.”
Regional district to fund bulk of new Kamloops fire hall, search and rescue hall
“The new facility will enable us to improve our training and preparedness, ultimately allowing us to respond more effectively."
Lake Country could save millions by cutting out private contractors
"Making the best use of taxpayer dollars is critical.”
Kelowna Falcons Mid-Season Check-in
The Kelowna Falcons have been off to a solid start this season. Currently sitting at…
Kelowna keeps flirting with pro sports teams, but no proposals yet
To be fair, the dates have been fantastic.
From poutine to barbecue, local cuisines give World Cup fans another reason to cheer
World Cup fans came from overseas for the cheering. But they’re also doing a lot of chewing, delighting their hosts with rave reviews of North American cuisine. "It’s greasy, it’s disgusting, but it’s absolutely glorious," Jack Goodwin, a soccer enthusiast...
Eby compares condo-purchase plan to “liquidation” at below construction costs
VANCOUVER — British Columbia Premier David Eby says a joint federal-provincial plan to convert unsold condominiums into affordable housing would be like buying something "on liquidation."Eby and Prime Minister Mark Carney were in Vancouver Thursday announcing a multibillion-dollar agreement on...
Overcrowded bus plunges into ravine in southwest Pakistan, killing 40 passengers and injuring 8
QUETTA, Pakistan (AP) — A speeding, overcrowded passenger bus plunged from a highway into a rocky ravine in southwestern Pakistan early Friday, killing 40 people and injuring eight others in one of the deadliest road accidents in recent years, officials...
Virginia to allow recreational marijuana to be sold in retail stores beginning in 2027
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Five years after becoming the first Southern state to legalize possession of marijuana, Virginia has approved a legal way to sell it to recreational users. State budget legislation enacted Monday will allow up to 350 cannabis...
iN DISCUSSION: What to do for those who don’t like news
"One reader persistently tells me "there is way too much political topics" here and they are looking for more 'simple good feeling stuff'."
THOMPSON: Black cats, broken mirrors and other superstitions we believe in
"There are people, for example, who will not travel on the 13th day of any month…and even structure their decisions and lives around avoiding the number."
iN DISCUSSION: Prime Minister Carney’s BC condo buyout bungle
"I'm starting to get a disturbingly familiar feeling about Prime Minister Mark Carney."
Alberta submits plans and announces partners for new pipeline to B.C. coast
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced Thursday that her government has a route – and builders…
What people are saying about the B.C.-Ottawa ‘prosperity agreement’
Prime Minister Mark Carney and British Columbia Premier David Eby have signed a “prosperity agreement”…
Alberta submits plans and announces partners for new pipeline to B.C. coast
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced Thursday that her government has a route – and builders…
In the news: Pipeline to BC coast, First Nations negotiations, and Stampede kicks off
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
‘Cheer for the boys’: Fans flying to Houston for Canada’s historic World Cup match
Canada’s record-breaking World Cup run has captivated the country and spawned legions of new soccer…
UN human rights chief sounds ‘red alert’ over violence around Sudan’s el-Obeid city
GENEVA (AP) — The United Nations human rights chief on Friday sounded a “red alert”…
Czech film fest in Karlovy Vary honors Dustin Hoffman and Juliette Binoche
PRAGUE (AP) — The Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic kicked off…
Australian officials ask fans to respect the privacy of Neil, a 1-ton seal who respects nothing
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Like plenty of local boys before him, Neil has come…
Alberta submits plans and announces partners for new pipeline to B.C. coast
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced Thursday that her government has a route – and builders…
From poutine to barbecue, local cuisines give World Cup fans another reason to cheer
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World Cup fans came from overseas for the cheering. But they’re also doing a lot…
Czech film fest in Karlovy Vary honors Dustin Hoffman and Juliette Binoche
PRAGUE (AP) — The Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic kicked off…
A fairytale at MSG: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding set to take place
Today will be a fairytale. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding is slated to take…
Lewis Hamilton says empty batteries will mean an ‘unprecedented’ British Grand Prix
Silverstone hasn’t changed a bit, but Lewis Hamilton is ready for a British Grand Prix…
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann resigns after another World Cup failure
Julian Nagelsmann has resigned as Germany coach after his team failed to make it into…
‘Need to clean up’: Lions look to get first win of the season versus unbeaten Elks
KELOWNA — The B.C. Lions have done a lot of things right, but it’s what…
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