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Kelowna man jailed for 8 months for possession of child sexual abuse material
RCMP found 1,724 pictures and 16 videos of child sexual abuse and exploitation on a USB flash drive plugged into his laptop.
iN NUMBERS: Shambhala Music Festival from techno and dubstep to DUIs and a chapel
Here are the numbers for the annual Shambhala Music Festival at Salmo Ranch near Nelson.
‘Transfer of pain’: No answers for Merritt family after missing loved one’s remains found
“It’s about keeping him in the spotlight not as a missing and murdered man, but as a beautiful soul that touched many lives, and we’ll keep honouring him."
2025 Penticton Elvis Festival ready to rock and roll
Thousands of fans of the King of Rock and Roll are once again expected to take in all the festivities over the next several days.
Penticton schizophrenic off his meds when he committed violent, disturbing acts
An outreach worker had to get a restraining order against him.
iN VIDEO: Robin babies squabble, bath in Kamloops garden
Kamloops gardener Sherry Bennett designed her yard to support and nurture bugs and wildlife, and this spring a pair of…
Fight between Penticton students over girl resulted in serious injuries
A violent altercation in a crowded common area at a local high school nearly two years ago has resulted in…
iN VIDEO: Okanagan Guitar Festival hosts classical concerts
Three back-to-back classical guitar concerts were held at The Cathedral Church of St Michael &…
Years-long farm land dispute ends with $60,000 fine for Lake Country RV park
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The ordeal lasted seven years as the commission wanted to return three acres of a Lake Country property to farm-use.
2026 Dragon Boat Festival Brings Racing, Culture and Community to Riverside Park
The sound of paddles slicing through the water and cheering crowds will fill Riverside Park…
iN PHOTOS: Funny looking veggies crop up in Okanagan, Kamloops
Have a look and see what you think these recently harvested veggies look like.
Kelowna Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market growing strong in the Landmark District Community
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Kelowna’s longest-running outdoor market is now over 31 years old and has long been a…
A Thompson-Okanagan citizen’s guide to wildfire information
There's a lot of information out there but narrowing it down can be tricky.
Kelowna Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market growing strong in the Landmark District Community
Kelowna's longest-running outdoor market is now over 31 years old and has long been a favourite among local shoppers who stop by to grab something fresh for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The produce from local farmers, artwork from local creatives,...
N.S. Court of Appeal says province can’t deny people in tents enhanced income support
HALIFAX — Nova Scotia's Court of Appeal ruled Wednesday that the province cannot refuse enhanced income support to unhoused people living in tents.The unanimous ruling by a panel of three judges overturned a Nova Scotia Supreme Court decision last year...
Years-long farm land dispute ends with $60,000 fine for Lake Country RV park
The ordeal lasted seven years as the commission wanted to return three acres of a Lake Country property to farm-use.
Dark-web drug trafficker is sentenced in B.C. after being extradited from Germany
VICTORIA — A Victoria man who was recently extradited from Germany to face accusations of running a dark-web drug trafficking ring has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison after pleading guilty to five charges.RCMP say 29-year-old...
iN DISCUSSION: Kelowna mayor and councillor partying at Hotel Eldorado sends wrong message
"Here's my hope for all would-be politicians — leave the office better than you found it."
JONESIE: Well, look who was partying at the Eldorado Hotel this weekend
See if you can note the difference between the responses of the two candidates for mayor.
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."
‘Like doomsday’: Thousands flee explosive B.C. wildfire as RCMP report possible death
PENTICTON — RCMP in British Columbia say they are investigating a possible death in the…
The latest on the wildfire burning near Summerland, B.C.
Thousands of residents in the British Columbia communities of Summerland and Peachland have been chased…
‘Like doomsday’: Thousands flee explosive B.C. wildfire as RCMP report possible death
PENTICTON — RCMP in British Columbia say they are investigating a possible death in the…
The latest on the wildfire burning near Summerland, B.C.
Thousands of residents in the British Columbia communities of Summerland and Peachland have been chased…
Dermatologists desperately want gen Z to stop ‘tanmaxxing’ — but are their warnings effective?
TORONTO — Dr. Julia Carroll feels like the progress made over years of educating people…
As the world rediscovers ‘The Odyssey,’ disabled actors in Greece explore the pain of war
EPIDAURUS, Greece (AP) — As Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” renews global fascination with Homer, a…
School backpack overload: Heavy bags can strain kids’ bodies
Backpacks can be fashionable and functional, but they can also be too heavy — weighed…
Shanghai cancels 1,300 flights as China prepares for Typhoon Dolphin
BEIJING (AP) — Shanghai’s two airports canceled more than 1,300 flights and authorities relocated some…
Whitney Houston’s new No. 1s album, first-ever Barbie, Clive Davis and more: A Q&A with Pat Houston
NEW YORK (AP) — It was four decades ago next year that Whitney Houston released…
Why some B.C. farmers stay to fight, despite wildfire evacuation orders
When Tom Davison’s son-in-law invested in firefighting equipment for their orchard near Vernon, B.C., after…
As the world rediscovers ‘The Odyssey,’ disabled actors in Greece explore the pain of war
EPIDAURUS, Greece (AP) — As Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” renews global fascination with Homer, a…
Whitney Houston’s new No. 1s album, first-ever Barbie, Clive Davis and more: A Q&A with Pat Houston
NEW YORK (AP) — It was four decades ago next year that Whitney Houston released…
Cole, Yankees hold off Braves 5-4 in matchup of Cy Young winners
NEW YORK (AP) — Gerrit Cole pitched seven strong innings and outdueled Chris Sale in…
Jubilant Jodar reaches NBO Open quarterfinals with quick win over Lehecka
MONTREAL — Spaniard Rafael Jodar made quick work of Czechia’s Jiri Lehecka on Saturday in…
Ohtani’s RBI infield single in the 10th helps Dodgers snap 7-game skid, beat D-backs 2-1
PHOENIX (AP) — Shohei Ohtani brought home the go-ahead run in the 10th inning on…
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