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Kelowna’s heard nothing about $3.2B plan to to help B.C. cities build homes
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"The announcement the Prime Minister made in Vancouver was a little vague.”
Holiday ornaments decorate life all year long in this Belgian shop
“My personal wish is to have a Christmas museum, where ornaments and the idea of Christmas can be on permanent display.”
Why Kelowna businesses aren’t scrambling to use AI as quickly as you’d think
“A lot of the smaller businesses don't have the time and they're not making the time to do it.”
Osoyoos beach shooter loses appeal for Oliver pharmacy arson
He argued the police were biased and CCTV footage couldn't prove it was him.
Killer whales and dolphins may be helping each other hunt of B.C. coast: new report
“You could interpret that maybe the dolphins are pesky freeloaders, just trying to get a free lunch.”
BC motel fined $40,000 after giving WorkSafeBC fake documents
The motel claimed it had removed its asbestos properly.
UNESCO gives a shout-out to Switzerland’s yodeling by adding it to list of cultural heritage
"Yodeling can be performed by individuals, small groups or choirs, and sometimes with instruments like the accordion."
Hidden Treasures at the Kelowna Community Market
A two-day community market is running July 11 and August 8, bringing something a bit…
Who’s a good dog? Kamloops owners can certify their pups as trustworthy
“It isn’t even about aggressive dogs, it’s about dogs that don’t understand boundaries at all.”
Jail for Vernon woman caught drunk driving while on bail for drunk driving
The crash left an 81-year-old man and a 14-year-old girl with lasting injuries.
BC Wildfire warns boaters after Kamloops fire
"We don't want to have anybody out on the water getting in the way of aircraft when they're out helping us."
BC Parks Foundation needs $800K to save piece of Myra-Bellevue park near Kelowna from development
And it doesn't have much time to do it.
iN PHOTOS: Six majestic birds that are masters at fishing in Okanagan, Kamloops
Fish are at the top of the menu for these skilled hunters, divers and fishers.
Tempest Theatre brings classic adaptation to historic theatre
The Tempest Theatre is bringing back a new twist on the classic performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare. DREAM brings a more modern approach to the classic play, with Director Kate Twa rebuilding the play to be...
Kelowna’s heard nothing about $3.2B plan to to help B.C. cities build homes
"The announcement the Prime Minister made in Vancouver was a little vague.”
B.C. man indicted in U.S. fought off deportation in 2008, despite drug conviction
VANCOUVER — Court and immigration board records show that a British Columbia suspect indicted by U.S. authorities over alleged international organized crime was previously convicted of cross-border drug smuggling in the United States, but was allowed to stay in Canada...
What was in U.S. indictments targeting alleged Canada-linked crime groups?
LOS ANGELES — An indictment released by U.S. authorities on Tuesday includes fresh details about the alleged involvement of Indian gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and others in the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.Two other indictments meanwhile outline alleged cross-border...
iN DISCUSSION: Was AI responsible for the Tumbler Ridge tragedy?
"The confusion over cause and effect continues, although in Canada we tend to treat it as a feature, not a bug."
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'."
Wildfire season so far considered manageable across Canada, officials say
OTTAWA — Federal officials say the 2026 wildfire season has been manageable so far, largely…
B.C. nurses expand pickets to Surrey hospital and the nearby surgery centre
SURREY — British Columbia nurses have set up pickets at two Metro Vancouver health facilities,…
Canada objects to Olympics loosening restrictions on Russia athletes amid Ukraine war
OTTAWA — Canada is objecting to the International Olympic Committee loosening its suspension on Russian…
Wildfire season so far considered manageable across Canada, officials say
OTTAWA — Federal officials say the 2026 wildfire season has been manageable so far, largely…
Diarrhea-causing parasite infecting more than 1,200 in Michigan has not spread to Canada: PHAC
TORONTO — The Public Health Agency of Canada says the outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite…
Prosecutors plan to play redacted statements from roommate of defendant in Charlie Kirk’s killing
PROVO, Utah (AP) — Utah prosecutors plan to play audio clips in open court Thursday…
Who will replace Graham Platner on the Maine ballot? These Democrats are raising their hand
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Democrats in Maine began jockeying Thursday to become the new candidate…
Mexico to request criminal charges over deaths following fatal shooting of Houston man by ICE agents
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico will request criminal charges over 17 Mexicans who died in…
B.C. nurses expand pickets to Surrey hospital and the nearby surgery centre
SURREY — British Columbia nurses have set up pickets at two Metro Vancouver health facilities,…
Carney’s Saudi Arabia trip a ‘high-water mark’ for relations: Business leader
JEDDAH — Prime Minister Mark Carney met with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Saudi…
Behind Christopher Nolan’s 6-country epic undertaking to bring ‘The Odyssey’ to the big screen
NEW YORK (AP) — Christopher Nolan has never been afraid to dream a little bigger.…
Catherine Zeta-Jones, Rod Stewart, Bryan Adams and more mourn the death of Bonnie Tyler
Celebrities across the entertainment industry mourned the death of Bonnie Tyler at age 75, expressing…
Canada objects to Olympics loosening restrictions on Russia athletes amid Ukraine war
OTTAWA — Canada is objecting to the International Olympic Committee loosening its suspension on Russian…
England player Jarell Quansah suspended for two games at the World Cup
ATLANTA (AP) — England defender Jarell Quansah was handed a two-match suspension on Thursday for…
US star Christian Pulisic fractured leg in World Cup loss to Belgium
U.S. star Christian Pulisic fractured his right leg during the Americans’ World Cup loss to…
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