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CN Rail fined $435,000 for wildfire near Spences Bridge
The fire took place a year after the nearby town of Lytton was largely destroyed by a wildfire.
B.C. Conservatives say Jordan Kealy, charged with sexual assault, won’t rejoin party
VANCOUVER — Independent legislator Jordan Kealy is denying sexual assault charges that have sunk his expectation that he would be…
BC law targeting gangsters’ property used for teen’s e-dirt bikes in Kelowna
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"I guess they can do it, but it is a jump to go after e-bikes for teenagers."
How high pandemic-period immigration papered over the cracks in Canada’s economy
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney has said that lower immigration under his government helps to explain why Canada’s economy…
Big surge in Central Okanagan condo sales but still below average
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Condo sales are still below the ten-year average.
‘On what planet?’ Vernon judge rejects house arrest for Kelowna man caught with $100,000 of stolen copper
The judge was clearly frustrated.
Whooping cough cases rise in Interior Health as vaccine rates fall
“The most effective way to protect your family and prevent further spread of pertussis is through immunization."
iN VIDEO: Okanagan scuba diver hunts for treasure, reunites lost items with owners
“People recognize me as Scuba Steve and ask me to find stuff and of course I always do, it’s the fun part of the last years of my diving career.”
Vernon teacher fired for allowing student to cheat loses appeal
She said it was an "enormous error in judgment."
‘Weak from the outset’: Vernon woman acquitted after police video contradicts Mountie’s testimony
The judge said it showed that people can give an honest account of seeing specific things that simply aren't there.
‘Canada Shore’ set to film in Kelowna again this summer and the neighbours aren’t happy
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"The neighbourhood will be busier than usual with our crew and essential work trucks in the area.”
Kamloops insect enthusiast finds cow killer wasp known for powerful sting
"I didn't want to grasp her because I didn't want to risk being a threat and getting stung by accident."
Kelowna Caribbean restaurant that let customer step outside with drink temporarily closed
The restaurant said it couldn't afford the $11,000 fine.
This woman ‘managed to not be bored’ during the COVID lockdown and planted a vineyard at home
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Like millions of others, Natasha Jacka went stir-crazy during a COVID-19 lockdown in 2020, until it dawned on her that there might be great opportunity in having nowhere to go. Jacka used the pandemic...
‘Canada Shore’ set to film in Kelowna again this summer and the neighbours aren’t happy
"The neighbourhood will be busier than usual with our crew and essential work trucks in the area.”
What a reporter found when uncovering why federal agents allowed a deadly drug to hit the streets
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Jim Mustian reported and co-wrote an Associated Press story that revealed the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration permitted hundreds of thousands of fentanyl pills to be distributed in New Mexico as part of an effort to build...
Drug bust in Surrey, B.C., leads to arrest, charges and deportations
SURREY — Police in Surrey, B.C., say a trafficking investigation has led to the discovery of large quantities of illicit drugs, charges against a 24-year-old man, and the deportation of two others. Police say their investigation began in February, setting...
iN DISCUSSION: NDP appears to be more hindrance than help for BC housing initiatives
We're supposed to be streamlining developments like Ignition's plan for the Tranquille property in Kamloops.
THOMPSON: War or humanitarian aid? Trump chose war
"Nobel-Prize-winning economists and other experts agree that the cost of the war with Iran to Americans - even if it stops this year - will exceed $1 Trillion, that’s Trillion. And, more people will die, unnecessarily."
iN DISCUSSION: The media’s double standard on the Kamloops residential school graves
"The First Nations that sent their children to that school owe neither me nor you anything."
Drug bust in Surrey, B.C., leads to arrest, charges and deportations
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SURREY — Police in Surrey, B.C., say a trafficking investigation has led to the discovery…
Some evacuation orders start to lift as crews tame wildfire near Lytton, B.C.
LYTTON — Some evacuation orders have started to lift as cooler nights and lighter winds…
Montreal police officer injured after responding to shots fired
MONTREAL — Montreal police say at least one of their officers has been injured in…
Canada looks to build up to 10 new nuclear reactors, sell more Candu reactors abroad
OTTAWA — Canada is looking to build up to 10 new nuclear reactors over the…
Iran war ripple effects drive inflation to its highest level since 2023
OTTAWA — Inflation accelerated to its highest level in more than two years in May…
New York’s congressional candidates make final case in last day before primary
NEW YORK (AP) — New York’s congressional candidates have a final chance to make their…
Supreme Court reinstates murder conviction in case of Etan Patz, missing New York City boy
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Monday reinstated a murder conviction in the 1979…
Clive Davis, music industry starmaker, has died at 94
NEW YORK (AP) — Clive Davis, the record company lawyer who became one of the…
Canada looks to build up to 10 new nuclear reactors, sell more Candu reactors abroad
OTTAWA — Canada is looking to build up to 10 new nuclear reactors over the…
Iran war ripple effects drive inflation to its highest level since 2023
OTTAWA — Inflation accelerated to its highest level in more than two years in May…
Clive Davis, music industry starmaker, has died at 94
NEW YORK (AP) — Clive Davis, the record company lawyer who became one of the…
Oliver Tree, the eccentric American musician and comedian, killed at 32 in a Brazil helicopter crash
NEW YORK (AP) — Oliver Tree, the eccentric American musician known for viral stunts, alt-pop…
Michigan is scrambling for a new coach after Dusty May leaves to lead NBA’s Dallas Mavericks
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan, coming off a national championship in basketball, is suddenly…
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. All times Eastern: 1:10…
Hawks agree to acquire Wiggins from Thunder, AP source says. They also extend McCollum
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Hawks have agreed to a deal to acquire wing Aaron…
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