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RCMP building its own Kamloops detachment would be unprecedented
If construction of the new detachment is delayed too long, Kamloops could become what appears to be the first BC city to have RCMP force the build.
$5,000 worth of putters stolen from Vernon golf shop
Investigators have CCTV footage of the two suspects.
‘Crime of opportunity’: Spike in bicycle thefts in Kelowna this summer
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“Thieves are often looking for quick access and minimal resistance."
iN PHOTOS: Teddy bear picnics in Okanagan, Kamloops
Most of our province is considered bear country.
Lack of campfire ban surprises campers in Okanagan, Kamloops
"People are shocked when I ask if they want firewood."
Full Sturgeon moon this week in Okanagan, Kamloops
Other First Nation's names for the full moon in August include Flying Up Moon, Harvest Moon and Black Cherries Moon.
What a 40 percent chance of rain really means in Kamloops, Okanagan
It doesn't mean what you might think it means.
What’s happening this weekend in the Okanagan & Kamloops | July 31 – August 2, 2026
From winery concerts and outdoor markets to live theatre, comedy, racing and community events, there’s…
72-year-old man killed in ATV crash in Peachland
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The fatal ATV crash happened in the former Gladstone Mine area on off-road trails.
Car theft victim helps officer arrest the thief in Coldstream
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“We want to thank the person who stepped in to help our officer that day."
iN VIDEO: Okanagan Dream Rally brings horsepower and hope to downtown Kelowna
Downtown Kelowna was packed with high-end vehicles and excited spectators on Saturday as the 2026…
iN VIDEO: Ribfest Penticton makes flavorful return
Ribfest was back in Penticton last weekend with new organizers running the Penticton event. The…
Kitten rescued with litter of strays in Armstrong gets life-saving surgery
The litter of kittens, who were just a few days old, were in foster care when one of them started having health problems.
Unsightly yet tasty produce for free on Ugly Potato Day in Kelowna
“Every year, grocery stores reject perfectly good food just because it looks a little different."
Residents, fire crews clash as some choose to defy B.C. wildfire evacuation orders
A man from Boston Bar, B.C., says officials are "villainizing" those who defy evacuation orders, even though they have the expertise and willingness to pitch in to protect their communities. Attila Banhegyi said the decision to stay is a more...
72-year-old man killed in ATV crash in Peachland
The fatal ATV crash happened in the former Gladstone Mine area on off-road trails.
Quebec company banned from selling unauthorized peptides: Health Canada
Health Canada says a court has approved the agency's request to permanently ban a Quebec-based online store from selling unauthorized injectable peptides in the country.The federal agency says in a statement that the Superior Court of Québec has granted a...
iN DISCUSSION: Is name recognition the way to choose a local candidate to vote for?
"We've been pondering how to cover this municipal election."
THOMPSON: After 10 years writing columns, time has come to turn another page
It has been fun and I appreciate those loyal readers who have laughed, cried and been angry about the many topics that entered my mind before finding their way onto my iPad and then into this column.
iN DISCUSSION: Fallout from an Amber alert
This is where cold hard facts give way to the hottest of takes, mostly mine…
Residents, fire crews clash as some choose to defy B.C. wildfire evacuation orders
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A man from Boston Bar, B.C., says officials are “villainizing” those who defy evacuation orders,…
Ksi Lisims LNG inks formal 20-year supply deal with German utility Uniper
German utility Uniper has locked down a formal long-term agreement to purchase liquefied natural gas…
Residents, fire crews clash as some choose to defy B.C. wildfire evacuation orders
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A man from Boston Bar, B.C., says officials are “villainizing” those who defy evacuation orders,…
New York State Police used Google Maps app data in probe of death of Montreal girl
ELIZABETHTOWN — New York State Police investigators compiled over 200,000 location data points captured by…
Carney touts B.C. port expansion plan to strengthen independence, diversify economy
DELTA — Prime Minister Mark Carney has backed a proposal to expand a major port…
Photos show the aftermath of a damaging earthquake in southwestern Japan
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KUMAMOTO, Japan (AP) — A powerful earthquake struck the Kumamoto area on Japan’s southern main…
Hope dwindles for rescue in southwestern Japan quake as death toll climbs to 25
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KUMAMOTO, Japan (AP) — Residents in southwestern Japan camped in classrooms and vehicles Thursday, stocked…
Trump announces a deal for Hamas to disarm in Gaza, but many hurdles and uncertainty remain
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Thursday that a deal has been reached for…
Ksi Lisims LNG inks formal 20-year supply deal with German utility Uniper
German utility Uniper has locked down a formal long-term agreement to purchase liquefied natural gas…
Carney touts B.C. port expansion plan to strengthen independence, diversify economy
DELTA — Prime Minister Mark Carney has backed a proposal to expand a major port…
Afrofest cancelled in Toronto this year over capacity, safety concerns
TORONTO — Toronto’s annual African music festival will not take place this summer after organizers…
Toronto music series Promise Cherry Beach faces backlash after Palestine dispute
TORONTO — A long-running Toronto electronic music party series is facing backlash after one of…
Dodgers rest Shohei Ohtani amid lingering left knee soreness
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shohei Ohtani wasn’t in the lineup for the Los Angeles Dodgers…
Peter Malnati shoots 9-under 61, takes early lead in 8th and final Rocket Classic in Detroit
DETROIT (AP) — Peter Malnati has missed more cuts than he has made on the…
Panthers rookie WR Chris Brazzell to have season-ending surgery on his knee
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Panthers wide receiver Chris Brazzell’s rookie season is over before…
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