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Conservative slate of candidates expected in Kelowna, Kamloops local elections
No candidates have been announced outside Metro Vancouver yet, but an organizer says names are coming.
The fight against Kelowna’s plan to spend $135M on two kilometres of road
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“If you sit down and do the math... this two kilometre segment of road will only save drivers 20 to 90 seconds.”
Okanagan MLA’s controversial anti-trans youth bill voted down in leg
Kelowna-Lake Country-Coldstream MLA Tara Armstrong tabled a bill restricting transgender youth and it was voted down in the legislature today.…
Homeless Penticton man sent to jail for pulling knife on bylaw officer
He was found guilty of assaulting a peace officer with a weapon, possessing a dangerous weapon and uttering threats.
Thieves tear ATM from Peachland bank
They used a front-end loader to tear the ATM from an outside wall.
High school choir to join Foreigner on Kelowna stage
“I think my dad’s super pumped, this is definitely his jam, and it’s my jam too. I really love 80s music, and I really love Foreigner."
Police use ‘spoof masks’ in help for search for of Canada’s most wanted
VANCOUVER — Police agencies from across Canada have found a novel way to encourage the public to be on the…
Professional Bull Riders hang on for Okanagan Challenge
Professional Buller Riders were back in Kelowna again this year for the 2026 PBR Okanagan…
Penticton hardware store fined $75,000 for unsafe warehouse shelving
The warehouse shelves have a 3,000 lb. weight limit.
iN VIDEO: Tempest Theatre Living the Dream
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The Tempest Theatre completed their production of “Dream” on Sunday. Director Kate Twa brought new…
Monte Creek Winery night market returns with local vendors, live music and vineyard views
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As the sun begins to set over the vineyards, local vendors, live music, and the…
Metal heads rejoice for the 16th annual Armstrong Metalfest
Armstrong Metalfest is returning this weekend, July 17 and 18, for 2 full days of…
BC music teacher had 20-year history of crossing boundaries; he’s now barred from teaching
The teacher left a student feeling "anxious, unhappy, and manipulated."
iN VIDEO: Tempest Theatre Living the Dream
https://youtube.com/shorts/bIsfKf94LEE?si=cE6a0wF-6RC5zU-P The Tempest Theatre completed their production of "Dream" on Sunday. Director Kate Twa brought new life to Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream". The production went the extra mile to visit Naramata's Van Westen Vineyards. On the vineyard currently sits...
How to protect yourself from the bad air caused by wildfires
When wildfires burn, smoke can travel long distances and degrade air quality far away, posing risks to those breathing it. Fires burning in one state can make the air worse several states away, and wildfires in Canada can send smoke...
The Latest: DHS Secretary Mullin says he’ll chase voter fraud after Trump revives election claims
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin pledged to aggressively pursue voter fraud cases at the White House complex on Friday after President Donald Trump revived debunked election theories in his primetime speech Thursday night. Trump used the primetime address to the...
Cancer society applauds certification of class-action against e-cigarette maker Juul
VANCOUVER — The Canadian Cancer Society says Canada's federal and provincial governments need to strengthen regulations of vaping products to stem more youth addiction to nicotine, as e-cigarette marketing practices are poised to be put on trial in a national...
iN DISCUSSION: MLA Boultbee’s behaviour part of growing concern in provincial politics
"It’s still unusual in BC politics, unprecedented in my experience, different, new, worthy of public note but also a growing concern if you count fellow rogue MLAs Dallas Brodie and Tara Armstrong on this pole."
JONESIE: We need to talk about MLA Amelia Boultbee
"There’s a common denominator in these many public and private conflicts, a personal tactic and method antithetical to the cooperation and good will required for good politics let alone good government. Voters need to know about and decide if this Trumpian strategy of frightening, silencing and punishing critics is for them."
THOMPSON: How do Trump and his supporters live with themselves?
Like rats fleeing a sinking ship, those who have tied themselves inextricably to Donald J. Trump are in trouble.
Fires from coast to coast: A look at the wildfire situation across the country
Just over 900 fires are burning across Canada, the national wildland fire summary indicates. Of…
Boston Bar blaze destroys more homes as B.C. wildfire numbers spike
The out-of-control Ainslie Creek wildfire north of Boston Bar, B.C., has destroyed at least seven…
Fires from coast to coast: A look at the wildfire situation across the country
Just over 900 fires are burning across Canada, the national wildland fire summary indicates. Of…
Boston Bar blaze destroys more homes as B.C. wildfire numbers spike
The out-of-control Ainslie Creek wildfire north of Boston Bar, B.C., has destroyed at least seven…
No cyclospora outbreaks reported or tainted lettuce sold in Canada, officials say
OTTAWA — Federal officials say there have been no outbreaks of the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora…
License revoked for boarding school in Utah where Paris Hilton says she was abused as a teen
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah revoked another campus license on Friday for the boarding…
Women amputees in South America train to be World Cup soccer contenders
SANTA CRUZ, Bolivia (AP) — From a distance, the women running sprints, taking corner kicks…
David Crowley restarts Wisconsin governor bid after Sara Rodriguez quits race over finance problems
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley plans to jump back into the Democratic primary for Wisconsin…
Fires from coast to coast: A look at the wildfire situation across the country
Just over 900 fires are burning across Canada, the national wildland fire summary indicates. Of…
MLB restricts dugout iPad use to prevent AI help with strategy. Ottavino says Mets were involved
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball is restricting iPad usage in dugouts to prevent…
License revoked for boarding school in Utah where Paris Hilton says she was abused as a teen
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah revoked another campus license on Friday for the boarding…
Man charged with hate crimes after confrontation with ‘Today’ show’s Melvin at NBC studio
NEW YORK (AP) — A 40-year-old New York man faces hate crime charges following a…
Women amputees in South America train to be World Cup soccer contenders
SANTA CRUZ, Bolivia (AP) — From a distance, the women running sprints, taking corner kicks…
Caitlin Clark becomes the fastest to reach 200 career 3-pointers, surpassing Katie Smith
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Caitlin Clark became the fastest WNBA player to reach 200 career 3-pointers…
Aaron Judge’s rib not fully healed, Yankees captain still not cleared for baseball activities
NEW YORK (AP) — Aaron Judge’s broken rib has not completely healed, and the New…
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