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April 15 2026 04:00 AM
Sport of stabbing people safer than you’d think at Okanagan’s only fencing club
“You might get a bruise here or there because we are stabbing people, but it's not that dangerous.”
Provincial report reveals good news for Okanagan bats
The annual count is the only long-term roost monitoring program in the province.
Right-wing group gathers controversial figures in Kelowna to cast doubt on food safety
“It's something that can be altered genetically. We have no idea what they're doing.”
Canada will ‘do its part’ to help IEA release of oil reserves: Hodgson
OTTAWA — Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson said Wednesday Canada will “do its part” to lower the cost of oil…
Trump keeps telling America he’s winning in Iran. He’s less clear in explaining how the war ends
WASHINGTON (AP) — Facing jittery global markets and drooping poll numbers since launching a war with Iran, President Donald Trump…
Southern Interior ski hills, mountain passes getting snow, strong winds
“Anybody contemplating driving through the passes might see if they can sort of postpone that until after things settle down a bit.”
Man charged year after car crash killed a 62-year-old near Cranbrook
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Investigators forwarded the evidence from the crash to the BC Prosecution Service, and the charge was approved a year later on Feb. 11, 2026.
Petition to recall Okanagan MLA Tara Armstrong going to Election BC next week
“I've talked to quite a number of conservative voters who are appalled at her behaviour and want her out."
Kamloops urgent care clinics divert 25 patients daily from ER
Interior Health's second urgent and primary care centre in Kamloops has seen nearly 25,000 patient visits since it opened in late 2024, but demand on the older clinic hasn't slowed down.
Late season dump of snow expected on Coquihalla Highway
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“Temperatures could be close enough to see maybe some wet flakes in some areas in the valley bottoms."
Decade ban for BC lawyer who strung clients along with fabricated letters
Instead of doing any work, he just made things up.
Shortage of long-term care beds creates unsafe living conditions for Okanagan, Kamloops seniors
"“We had decades to plan for the boomers."
iN NUMBERS: Stocking lakes in Okanagan, Kamloops for spring fishing
Get ready to reel 'em in.
Hot dogs and steaks and bacon, oh my! Meat raffles keep a beloved Midwest tradition alive
WACONIA, Minn. (AP) — In these polarizing times, Minnesotans have found something they can agree on — the thrill of a meat raffle. Meat raffles have been popular in pockets of the U.S. for decades, offering a fun way to...
B.C. home sales face major headwinds in March as transactions, prices both slide
VANCOUVER — British Columbia's home sales trended down across the board in March in price, transactions and dollar volume in what realtors are calling a "very challenging economic environment."The B.C. Real Estate Association says 5,766 homes in the province were...
In the news today: Quebec premier swearing in, Ontario jails, B.C. bear attack
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed …Christine Fréchette to be sworn into office today as Quebec's second female premierChristine Fréchette is set to be sworn in as Quebec's premier...
Kamloops’ First Cannabis Retailer to Open First Community-Focused Patio Experience
A new chapter in cannabis accessibility and customer experience is arriving in Kamloops as Taste Cannabis, located at 279 Tranquille Road, prepares to introduce several new services designed to make legal cannabis more convenient and community-focused. On April 20, 2026,...
April 13 2026 12:00 PM
THOMPSON: How history will judge America’s war with Iran
"Twenty-five years or so from today, students of history will look back at the tipping point that signalled America’s decline as the singular world power with the most control of the fate of everyone on Earth."
April 10 2026 12:00 PM
iN DISCUSSION: Stop giving our social media overlords so much power
Check out this new Canadian-owned social media platform.
April 06 2026 12:00 PM
THOMPSON: The plight of Black women in America
"While Black men and other men of colour suffer from a deck stacked against them - and it is true that women face more discrimination than men - it is Black women and other women of colour who suffer the most today."
B.C. home sales face major headwinds in March as transactions, prices both slide
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VANCOUVER — British Columbia’s home sales trended down across the board in March in price,…
Gender-based violence costs B.C. $1.12 billion annually, YWCA report says
VANCOUVER — Gender-based violence is costing British Columbia an estimated $1.12 billion each year, says…
April 15 2026 07:17 AM
In the news today: Quebec premier swearing in, Ontario jails, B.C. bear attack
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Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
April 15 2026 07:13 AM
Cree child takes first steps on Parliament Hill in ‘historic’ ceremony
OTTAWA — A Cree child took her first steps on the land during a “walking…
April 15 2026 07:06 AM
Canada pledges $120M in Sudan aid as brutal civil war enters fourth year
OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand is announcing $120 million in humanitarian and development…
April 15 2026 08:30 AM
New Israeli strikes hit southern Lebanon a day after historic talks in Washington
TYRE, Lebanon (AP) — Israel pressed on with bombarding southern Lebanon on Wednesday, a day…
April 15 2026 08:30 AM
At least 250 people missing, including Rohingya and Bangladeshis, after boat sinks in Andaman Sea
DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — At least 250 people, including Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi nationals, were…
April 15 2026 08:27 AM
After criticizing the pope, Trump slams Italy’s Meloni over lack of support for Iran war
MILAN (AP) — Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni was supposed to be Europe’s bridge to U.S.…
B.C. home sales face major headwinds in March as transactions, prices both slide
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VANCOUVER — British Columbia’s home sales trended down across the board in March in price,…
Winnipeg Blue Bombers post $12.1-million operating profit for 2025 season
WINNIPEG — The 2025 CFL season was a very profitable one for the Winnipeg Blue…
Anitta, like you’ve never heard her before. The Brazilian superstar talks new album, ‘SNL’ and God
NEW YORK (AP) — The lights are low in Studio 8H. All eyes — and…
Madonna announces new album, a sequel two decades later, ‘Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II’
NEW YORK (AP) — As Madonna sang in her 2005 hit, “Hung Up,” time goes…
April 15 2026 08:31 AM
LaMelo Ball punches team mascot Hugo twice after Hornets knock Heat out of play-in tournament
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — LaMelo Ball was so excited after delivering a knockout blow to…
April 15 2026 08:04 AM
Raphinha apologizes for gesture toward Atletico fans after Barcelona’s Champions League elimination
MADRID (AP) — Barcelona forward Raphinha has apologized for his gesture toward Atletico Madrid fans…
April 15 2026 08:01 AM
World Cup co-hosts Canada look for breakthrough on home soil in Group B
The pressure is on co-host Canada to advance past the group stage for the first…
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April 14 2026 08:00 PM
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April 12 2026 08:00 PM
TRENDING NOW: Cats are different in Australia
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