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Floor-crossing Penticton MLA Boultbee accused of betraying constituents
The MLA elected as a BC Conservative has helped bolster the NDP's majority.
Everything you need to know about Christmas, and how it has evolved into a global holiday
Christmas is a Christian holiday that observes the birth of Jesus. But did you know that the earliest followers of…
Cost of Kamloops council code of conduct investigations up 60 per cent this year
The investigations have nearly cost taxpayers a half-million dollars.
Review of contractor for Kelowna sex offender still ongoing
He was supposed to be under supervision when he cornered a young girl in Kelowna in February 2024.
Santa tracker 2025: Keep an eye on the Jolly Old Elf with NORAD’s help
Santa is checking his map and checking it twice as he makes his way to bring gifts to all of…
Vancouver Island MP Aaron Gunn won’t run for leadership of B.C. Conservatives
VICTORIA — Vancouver Island MP Aaron Gunn said he won’t run for the leadership of the Conservative Party of B.C.…
Touchdown Kelowna part of strong start to peak tourist season
“One business I ran into said, ‘we're anticipating a $10,000 day,’ and that's pretty great for a restaurant for one day.”
West Kelowna police arrest suspect in weekend grass fire
“Information provided by witnesses played a significant role in helping officers quickly identify and locate the suspect.”
Kelowna couple suing Airbnb over eviction, surveillance
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Airbnb "weaponized their corporate infrastructure" to enable their eviction, according to the lawsuit.
Rock the Lake turns up the volume
One of Kelowna’s favourite music festivals is returning on Friday, July 10, 11, and 12.…
Escape artist Tony the peacock eludes capture in Kamloops neighbourhood
“People post ‘oh, it’s at my house,’ and it’s fun for the kids, they can keep their eye out and try to spot him."
Kelowna restaurant avoids fine after serving teen a Corona
The steep fines have been criticized by the restaurant industry.
Anissa Helou’s new book of recipes from Lebanon spotlights villages scarred by war
BALLOUNEH, Lebanon (AP) — Before becoming one of the Middle East’s most acclaimed cooks and food writers, Anissa Helou had no intention of either path. She entered the world of cooking and writing almost by accident when she was in...
Yacht owners and public housing residents once shared Venezuela’s coast. Now they share its ruin
CARABALLEDA, Venezuela (AP) — The rich and poor shared paradise in Caraballeda on Venezuela's Caribbean coast. Their apartments, a few with direct marina access and hundreds in public housing towers, stood on the same curving street and offered idyllic views...
Fatal motorcycle crash closes Sea to Sky Highway north of Vancouver for hours
SQUAMISH — A female motorcyclist has been killed in a crash on British Columbia's Sea to Sky Highway that shut down the route for more than eight hours. The Independent Investigations Office of B.C. says it is looking into the...
Court documents allege link between Project South investigation, Ryan Wedding case
TORONTO — Newly released court documents are shedding more light on the alleged link between a sweeping police corruption probe in Ontario and the case of former Canadian Olympian Ryan Wedding, who is accused of running an international drug trafficking...
THOMPSON: Running out of gas is something you do once
"It’s embarrassing - at best - to run out of fuel…cars swerving and people yelling insults as they pass…as if you intended your stupidity."
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."
B.C. wildfire prompts evacuations and heavy smoke warnings in Fraser Canyon
BOSTON BAR — Thick smoke from a wildfire burning out of control near Boston Bar,…
B.C.’s chief coroner envisions course to prepare people beyond TV ‘preconceptions’
British Columbia’s chief coroner says the work of the coroners service is not like the…
B.C.’s chief coroner envisions course to prepare people beyond TV ‘preconceptions’
British Columbia’s chief coroner says the work of the coroners service is not like the…
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
The latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada. All times are Eastern: 9:59…
Business leader says he hopes Greater Victoria gets fair share of submarine money
VICTORIA — The federal government’s submarine contract with a German company offers a “tremendous amount…
What to know about NATO’s summit in Turkey as America steps back from its defense of Europe
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump and his NATO counterparts are gathering in…
NATO set to unveil billions in arms deals to prove its firepower to Trump
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — NATO on Tuesday will showcase a series of new military projects…
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong set for September sentencing in second national security case
HONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong is scheduled to be sentenced…
Virtual taekwondo is on the rise as it makes its debut at Asian Games
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — When Vietnamese athlete Nguyen Thanh Hien Linh stepped into her…
B.C.’s chief coroner envisions course to prepare people beyond TV ‘preconceptions’
British Columbia’s chief coroner says the work of the coroners service is not like the…
It’s decision day in Prince Harry’s final privacy suit against British tabloids
LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry ′s longtime battle with the British tabloids reaches its climax…
B.C.’s chief coroner envisions course to prepare people beyond TV ‘preconceptions’
British Columbia’s chief coroner says the work of the coroners service is not like the…
Rushing delivers a dramatic 11th-inning walk-off as Dodgers edge Rockies 8-7
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Dalton Rushing singled in the winning run against a drawn-in infield…
Soccer fans around the world watch the World Cup, in photos
Around the world, soccer fans are gathering in homes, stadium plazas, and public viewing venues…
US eliminated by Belgium and Spain ends World Cup career of Ronaldo, in photos
The United States had Folarin Balogun in the lineup but had its defensive shortcomings exposed…
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