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‘So many perks’: Kamloops resident replaces lawn with clover to save water
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“It’d be cool if the city considered subsidizing the removal of front lawns for things like clover or xeriscaping, especially since every year we’re seeing issues with water shortage."
Washing ceremony marks settlement of Canadian Tire racial profiling complaint
VANCOUVER — The sounds of Indigenous drums and song bounced off the walls of an East Vancouver banquet hall Tuesday…
Ebola fears surge on the ground in Congo over rapid spread of a rare type
BUNIA, Congo (AP) — Anxious healthcare workers in eastern Congo said Wednesday they are underprotected and undertrained in a rapidly…
US raises pressure on Cuba with indictment of former leader as island’s president condemns charges
MIAMI (AP) — Federal prosecutors on Wednesday announced criminal charges against former Cuban President Raúl Castro in the 1996 downing…
iN PHOTOS: A peek inside oldest public building in Kamloops after $1.1M restoration
St. Andrew's on the Square is a beloved heritage building used for special celebrations like weddings and funerals.
Alberta legislature committee eyes separation vote as meeting hits bizarre roadblock
EDMONTON, ALBERTA, CANADA — Alberta’s journey toward holding a fall referendum on separation took a bizarre turn Wednesday — straight…
PBO says Canadian governments set to spend $1 billion to host World Cup
OTTAWA — Canada will spend just over $1 billion to host the World Cup this summer, the federal budget watchdog…
Kelowna council candidate campaigns with AI videos and no one can stop him
“I believe the target market I'm going after, I don't think they care."
With his wife hospitalized, Kamloops mayor misses council meeting
"Never thought thought I'd have to phone my three kids and tell them there's a chance they might never see their mother again."
iN PHOTOS: Beloved California quail having babies in the Okanagan
The birds are a unique and species adored by many in the Okanagan Valley, with their round, chickenlike bodies and comical topknots on their heads.
Kamloops man on hook for $1,500 after dangerous dog attack
The incident involved the dog, and its owner, getting pepper sprayed.
Kamloops couple turns tiny space into year round healthy food buffet
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"I go out and do garden maintenance and collect what’s ready, put it on the table and figure out what's for dinner that night, that’s part of the fun of eating with the seasons."
iN NUMBERS: A look at the crazy gas prices in Okanagan, Kamloops
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No one would blame you if you’re been averting your eyes from the price of…
This woman ‘managed to not be bored’ during the COVID lockdown and planted a vineyard at home
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Like millions of others, Natasha Jacka went stir-crazy during a COVID-19 lockdown in 2020, until it dawned on her that there might be great opportunity in having nowhere to go. Jacka used the pandemic...
‘So many perks’: Kamloops resident replaces lawn with clover to save water
“It’d be cool if the city considered subsidizing the removal of front lawns for things like clover or xeriscaping, especially since every year we’re seeing issues with water shortage."
German railway says outage that halted all trains was caused by scheduled work
BERLIN (AP) — Scheduled maintenance on a communications system triggered an outage on Germany's railway that brought all trains to a halt, stranding travelers across the country, the network operator said Wednesday as it faced criticism and questions over the...
Olympian skier Bode Miller pleads not guilty to Idaho misdemeanor drug charges
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Olympic gold medalist skier Bode Miller has pleaded not guilty to a pair of misdemeanor drug charges after he was arrested on a charge of possessing psilocybin mushrooms. Miller was arrested June 6 in eastern Idaho,...
iN DISCUSSION: Why do campfires still start wildfires?
I expected folks to react with more exclamation points and questions marks when news broke that that's what kicked off fire season in the Central Okanagan last week.
THOMPSON: Social media not the place for accurate, factual news
"It’s like panning for gold…the nuggets are few and far between."
iN DISCUSSION: NDP appears to be more hindrance than help for BC housing initiatives
We're supposed to be streamlining developments like Ignition's plan for the Tranquille property in Kamloops.
Wildfire near Lytton, B.C., which triggered evacuations is declared held
The Saw Creek blaze that triggered evacuations in and around the community of Lytton, B.C.,…
Plan to buy B.C. condos might be more about stabilizing sector than housing: expert
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VICTORIA — A government plan to buy empty condominiums and turn them into affordable housing…
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. All times Eastern: 9:45…
Health Canada approves weight-loss drug for sleep apnea in patients with obesity
TORONTO — Health Canada has approved weight-loss drug Zepbound for treating obstructive sleep apnea in…
In the news today: Major projects, a look at police deaths, World Cup economic boost?
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
German railway says outage that halted all trains was caused by scheduled work
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BERLIN (AP) — Scheduled maintenance on a communications system triggered an outage on Germany’s railway…
Andy Burnham inches closer to power in Britain as Keir Starmer seeks a legacy
LONDON (AP) — Andy Burnham took a step closer to becoming Britain’s next prime minister…
The Latest: Trump will head to Capitol to speak with GOP senators who have grown frustrated with him
President Donald Trump is headed to Capitol Hill on Wednesday to meet with Republican senators…
In the news today: Major projects, a look at police deaths, World Cup economic boost?
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Despite being banned in stadiums, colourful smoke bombs ignite soccer fan culture
As thousands of Canadian soccer fans marched towards the World Cup stadium in Vancouver ahead…
2036 Olympics host set to be picked in 2029 as IOC confirms timetable for contest
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — The IOC set a target of 2029 on Wednesday to pick…
First of its kind queer museum in San Francisco Chinatown amplifies Chinese LGBTQ+ artists
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — On one side of the world, Xiangqi Chen can be punished…
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. All times Eastern: 9:45…
2036 Olympics host set to be picked in 2029 as IOC confirms timetable for contest
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — The IOC set a target of 2029 on Wednesday to pick…
Stokes back on England duty after disciplinary controversy and says only ‘focusing on this week’
NOTTINGHAM, England (AP) — Ben Stokes refused to give assurances on his long-term future as…
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