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Kelowna’s H2O centre popular with those trying to escape the wildfire smoke
“We’ve seen quite a spike over the last four to five days.”
iN VIDEO: Heron drops in on paddleboarders on Kal Lake
“Even people on the boats around us were saying they hadn’t seen anything like that either.”
Kelowna murder suspect charged with breaking communication order while in custody
Bailey McCourt's killing has led to changes in the law.
‘Dark place:’ Victim gives emotional speech as judge gives Osoyoos chef 5 years for sexual assault
After being charged, he toyed with the system causing endless delays.
Premiers back urgent, intense Canada-U.S. trade talks as higher tariffs loom
CHARLOTTETOWN — Several premiers came out of a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday saying they backed an…
Kamloops city hall seeking manager to lead $40M in fundraising for major projects
City hall is taking over the fundraising campaign, seeking millions in donations for two massive Build Kamloops projects.
B.C. crews use drone in controlled burn during wildfire fight, in Canadian first
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Fons Raedschelders said he “shed a very happy tear” over the weekend after wildland firefighters in British Columbia conducted a…
Suspect arrested after brush fire in Salmon Arm
"The investigation remains ongoing and we continue to seek additional witnesses."
Off-road vehicles banned from Southern Interior backcountry
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The ban doesn't apply on private land.
Three suspects arrested in Salmon Arm shooting
RCMP said the investigation remains ongoing and further details cannot be released at this time.
Fingers crossed forecast rain hits right spots in Okanagan, Kamloops
“There could be certain locations within the region which see a pretty heavy shower which obviously would be great.”
BC psychologist promoted astrology during therapy session
The regulator says astrology is without proven validity and reliability.
Photos show Italian winemakers harvesting grapes earlier due to extreme heat
CORTE FRANCA, Italy (AP) — Extreme heat is pushing Italy’s Franciacorta winemakers to harvest grapes earlier than expected. Rising temperatures and low rainfall are accelerating ripening, forcing producers to adapt as they work to preserve the quality of their wines....
Former Carney adviser, CMHC head named inaugural chair of Build Canada Homes
OTTAWA — Ottawa is appointing a former investment banker and public servant with links to Prime Minister Mark Carney to steer the board of directors at its affordable housing agency.Build Canada Homes' inaugural board chair Evan Siddall was CEO of...
Off-road vehicles banned from Southern Interior backcountry
The ban doesn't apply on private land.
Dark-web drug trafficker is sentenced in B.C. after being extradited from Germany
VICTORIA — A Victoria man who was recently extradited from Germany to face accusations of running a dark-web drug trafficking ring has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison after pleading guilty to five charges.RCMP say 29-year-old...
iN DISCUSSION: Some call for backcountry ban in midst of BC wildfires
Is it time to ban backcountry recreational activity?
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."
JONESIE: Well, look who was partying at the Eldorado Hotel this weekend
See if you can note the difference between the responses of the two candidates for mayor.
B.C. wildfire evacuees told to brace for devastation, as RCMP launch criminal probe
PENTICTON — Heartbroken Okanagan-area officials have told wildfire evacuees to prepare themselves for the level…
Why information officer kept camera rolling even as he fled B.C. wildfire with family
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PENTICTON — When Erick Thompson decided he had to flee with his family as a…
B.C. wildfire evacuees told to brace for devastation, as RCMP launch criminal probe
PENTICTON — Heartbroken Okanagan-area officials have told wildfire evacuees to prepare themselves for the level…
Why information officer kept camera rolling even as he fled B.C. wildfire with family
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PENTICTON — When Erick Thompson decided he had to flee with his family as a…
Calgary officer shot, suspect dead after dramatic chase and gunfire in city park
CALGARY — A police officer was shot Monday in what began as a traffic stop…
For Nigel Farage, success brings new pressures and a showdown with Count Binface
LONDON (AP) — Nigel Farage depicts himself as an outsider taking on the establishment, but…
Photos show flooding and storm damage in the Philippines
Tropical Storm Dolphin intensified seasonal monsoon rains as it passed by the Philippines. The intense…
Photos show Italian winemakers harvesting grapes earlier due to extreme heat
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CORTE FRANCA, Italy (AP) — Extreme heat is pushing Italy’s Franciacorta winemakers to harvest grapes…
Driver who broke the sound barrier attempts another land speed record in Utah
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WENDOVER, Utah (AP) — The first — and only — person to break the sound…
Tighter spending, more revenue brings B.C. deficit down to $7.7B, minister says
VICTORIA — The British Columbia government says the final accounting for the budget year ending…
Ben Jones, good ol’ boy ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ actor and 2-term US House member, dies at 84
Ben Jones, who played the good ol’ boy mechanic in “The Dukes of Hazzard” TV…
Hilary and Galen Weston Foundation gives $4 million to Giller Prize
TORONTO — The Giller Prize, Canada’s largest literary award for fiction, has found a new…
Tarik Skubal struggles with control but bounces back and has ‘a ton of fun’ in Dodgers home debut
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Although Tarik Skubal didn’t meet his own high standards for execution…
McAdoo helps Jays hold on for 2-1 win over Red Sox after controversial sac fly call
TORONTO — Charles McAdoo led off the fifth inning with a home run as the…
Brandon Nimmo’s single in 10th inning helps Rangers beat Angels 4-1 to snap 5-game road skid
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Brandon Nimmo singled home the go-ahead run in the 10th inning…
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