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More people moving to Thompson-Okanagan from within B.C. than anywhere else
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“That presents some near-term challenges, while the focus remains finding ways to improve affordability in the region.”
Kamloops politicians not giving up fight for specialized scanner for cancer patients
"It does not necessarily have to go into the same building as the cancer centre. So, we're going to keep pushing, even if it's at an off-site location in Kamloops."
Researchers want West Kelowna opinions on prescribed burns
"By hearing directly from local residents, we can improve communication, uncover concerns that might otherwise be missed by decision makers.”
Here’s how Canada’s LNG exports could make your heating bill go up
Flames as high as a 30-storey building, ships nearly as long as the Eiffel Tower is tall, $40 billion dollars. Everything about LNG Canada is big — including its promises.
Salmon Arm casino worker defrauded employer to feed gambling addiction
In the throes of his addiction he made no effort to cover his tracks.
TRENDING NOW: When the barber’s hairdo cracks you up
You can't beat the pure joy in a child's laughter.
RCMP respond to young person’s death at downtown Kamloops park
Police said criminality is not suspected in the young person's death.
How the RCMP reports crime to the public in Okanagan, Kamloops
Often, it's because investigators need tips from the public.
The exclusive Vienna garden party experience in West Kelowna
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"It's the quaintness of sitting in a natural setting with beautiful trees, the trickling fountain, the birds coming to our water area, which is so close by.”
Kelowna committee will help you evaluate candidates for mayor, council
“Try to find people that may not be in the media every day, or you may not know them, but are good citizens who can make good councillors."
Kamloops International Cup wraps up Saturday with final match at Hillside Stadium
The Kamloops International Cup concludes Saturday, August 1, after bringing professional and high-level Canadian soccer…
Why nude beaches in Okanagan, Kamloops are in a legal grey area
Almost all clothing optional beaches are technically unofficial, even if they're popular and generally accepted by local governments.
Even if recall of controversial Okanagan MLA fails it will still be a win: organizer
"A lot of people didn't even know who Brodie was.”
The latest thing in cocktails is spicy and savory. Tips and recipes for home bartenders
LONDON (AP) — Spicy drinks are having a moment, and it’s no longer just standard spicy margs and bloody marys. Bartenders are getting experimental to create the perfect combination with a kick. “The same way that you want to season...
More people moving to Thompson-Okanagan from within B.C. than anywhere else
“That presents some near-term challenges, while the focus remains finding ways to improve affordability in the region.”
Heat wave brings record-breaking temps, heightened wildfire risk to parts of Western US
A heat wave gripped large swaths of the Western U.S. on Saturday as temperatures hovered near record highs, heightening wildfire risks in areas that already were dry or burning and prompting warnings for people to stay inside. A ridge of...
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…
Evacuation orders, alerts expand after lightning storm fans wildfires in B.C.
Winds of more than 100 km/h in some parts of British Columbia’s Okanagan were too…
Elizabeth May says Greens can win byelection by campaigning on PM’s climate record
OTTAWA — Green Party Leader Elizabeth May says she thinks the Greens can pull off…
Ottawa should list Iran-backed Kata’ib Hezbollah as terrorist group: Poilievre
OTTAWA — Canada’s Conservative leader is calling on Ottawa to designate an Iran-backed militant group…
Passengers looking for options as flights grounded in WestJet strike
OTTAWA — Hundreds of travellers are left looking for alternative options as 4,400 WestJet flight…
Montreal’s Jewish community on edge after blaze guts kosher restaurant
MONTREAL — Montreal police are investigating after a fire heavily damaged a kosher restaurant overnight…
In-N-Out Burger employee among 3 dead in shooting at Idaho fast-food restaurant, owner says
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (AP) — An employee was among three people killed in a shooting…
Israel says it has serious concerns with Hamas disarmament deal
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel has shared “serious security concerns” with the White House…
British prime minister says Infantino is not the right man to lead FIFA
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Sunday that FIFA President Gianni Infantino was not the…
Montreal’s Jewish community on edge after blaze guts kosher restaurant
MONTREAL — Montreal police are investigating after a fire heavily damaged a kosher restaurant overnight…
What travellers should know about navigating WestJet strike disruptions
HALIFAX — Thousands of passengers are trying to navigate the cancellation process as WestJet halts…
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ nets second best North American opening ever with $355 million
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” made box office history in its first weekend in theaters. The…
The latest thing in cocktails is spicy and savory. Tips and recipes for home bartenders
iNwine
LONDON (AP) — Spicy drinks are having a moment, and it’s no longer just standard…
Lorena Wiebes sprints to second straight win at Women’s Tour de France
GENEVA (AP) — Lorena Wiebes again sprinted to victory in the second stage of the…
Shang Juncheng wins first-round match before rain delay at NBO in Montreal
MONTREAL — China’s Shang Juncheng became the first player to win a first-round match in…
British prime minister says Infantino is not the right man to lead FIFA
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Sunday that FIFA President Gianni Infantino was not the…
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