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More jail for Knox Mountain arsonist who had ‘little grasp on reality’
The judge told the court he was clearly divorced from reality.
Plan for electric passenger train from Osoyoos to Kamloops still alive
The dream of a Thompson-Okanagan passenger train is still alive for a UBC Okanagan professor. A $3 million planning study…
iN VIDEO: Steam train whistles, huffs and puffs on trestle bridge in Summerland
Earlier this week, Summerland resident Char-lynn Bubar captured a video of the iconic Kettle Valley steam train after it paused…
Dispute between Vernon neighbours over tree pruning ends with legal challenge
A neighbourly dispute about overhanging tree branches has left a Vernon senior housing society in the red after it failed…
What 400 ostriches in the Kootenay and the freedom convoy have in common
Canada’s politically Conservative voices that rallied behind the so-called freedom convoy during the pandemic, as well as some more controversial…
Kamloops man charged with murder in shooting death of Chaneill Satow
A Kamloops man has been charged with second degree murder two years after a woman was shot and killed. Austin…
Kamloops RCMP ask for public’s help to find missing woman
Police in Kamloops are searching for a 55-year-old woman who has been missing since last week. Kyla Jenner was reported…
Kelowna’s H2O centre popular with those trying to escape the wildfire smoke
“We’ve seen quite a spike over the last four to five days.”
Suspect arrested after brush fire in Salmon Arm
"The investigation remains ongoing and we continue to seek additional witnesses."
Off-road vehicles banned from Southern Interior backcountry
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The ban doesn't apply on private land.
Three suspects arrested in Salmon Arm shooting
RCMP said the investigation remains ongoing and further details cannot be released at this time.
Fingers crossed forecast rain hits right spots in Okanagan, Kamloops
“There could be certain locations within the region which see a pretty heavy shower which obviously would be great.”
Photos show Italian winemakers harvesting grapes earlier due to extreme heat
CORTE FRANCA, Italy (AP) — Extreme heat is pushing Italy’s Franciacorta winemakers to harvest grapes earlier than expected. Rising temperatures and low rainfall are accelerating ripening, forcing producers to adapt as they work to preserve the quality of their wines....
Former Carney adviser, CMHC head named inaugural chair of Build Canada Homes
OTTAWA — Ottawa is appointing a former investment banker and public servant with links to Prime Minister Mark Carney to steer the board of directors at its affordable housing agency.Build Canada Homes' inaugural board chair Evan Siddall was CEO of...
Auto thefts continue downward trend across Canada, new report shows
OTTAWA — Auto thefts have continued trending downward across the country and the number of reported thefts over the first half of 2026 was 10 per cent lower than in the same period last year, says a new report from...
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: Some call for backcountry ban in midst of BC wildfires
Is it time to ban backcountry recreational activity?
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.
B.C. man charged after discovery of 14,000 child exploitation images, videos
SURREY — A man has been charged after an investigation by police in Surrey, B.C.,…
The fight for Faulder: When B.C. brothers fought to save home from raging fire
PENTICTON — A resident of Faulder, the tiny B.C. community that was largely obliterated by…
Second cat has contracted rabies in Quebec’s Montérégie region, health officials say
MONTRÉAL — Health officials are confirming that a second cat has contracted rabies from a…
Gordie Howe bridge saw more than 41K crossings into Canada in first 5 days: StatCan
OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says tens of thousands of motorists crossed the Gordie Howe International…
Calgary officer shot, suspect dead after dramatic chase and gunfire in city park
CALGARY — A police officer was shot Monday in what began as a traffic stop…
YouTube sensation Ms. Rachel announces debut album with Mr. Aron, ‘I’m So Happy’
NEW YORK (AP) — Parents of toddlers everywhere, prepare yourselves. YouTube sensation and music teacher…
Former Syrian President Assad sentenced to death in absentia for war crimes
DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — A Syrian court on Tuesday sentenced ousted President Bashar Assad and…
The Latest: Primary elections in Wisconsin and Minnesota test the Democratic Party’s direction
Primary elections are taking place in six U.S. states on Tuesday — Alabama, Connecticut, Minnesota,…
Cineplex reports $7.8M Q2 profit amid higher theatre attendance, box office revenue
TORONTO — A strong film slate and theatre presentations of FIFA World Cup matches helped…
Driver who broke the sound barrier attempts another land speed record in Utah
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WENDOVER, Utah (AP) — The first — and only — person to break the sound…
YouTube sensation Ms. Rachel announces debut album with Mr. Aron, ‘I’m So Happy’
NEW YORK (AP) — Parents of toddlers everywhere, prepare yourselves. YouTube sensation and music teacher…
‘The Galloping Cure,’ Missy Mazzoli’s opera on opioids epidemic, premieres at Edinburgh Festival
EDINBURGH, Scotland (AP) — Missy Mazzoli’s desire to compose an opera about the opioids epidemic…
LIV players returning to PGA Tour has been a trickle. The tour might need to plan for more
Any notion that players lured away by the Saudi Arabia riches of LIV Golf would…
Colandrea’s style caused havoc for UNLV’s opponents. Will it for Nebraska against Big Ten defenses?
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Anthony Colandrea quickly ingratiated himself with his Nebraska teammates. To be…
Andrew Baker named next chief executive officer of Alpine Canada
CALGARY — Andrew Baker hopes to reap what he’s helped sow as the next president…
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