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How to avoid letting wildfire smoke seriously impact your health: expert
A UBC wildfire smoke expert says in some way it's kind of simple.
iN VIDEO: Adorable marmots duke it out on Penticton beach
South Okanagan nature lover and photographer Jodi Forster watched two young marmots play fighting along the Okanagan Lake waterfront in…
iN PHOTOS: This South Okanagan gem a must-see for birders, outdoor enthusiasts
A conservation area in the South Okanagan is a must-see this summer for anyone who loves nature, hiking, birding or…
iN PHOTOS: Penticton photographer gets pics of speedy cottontail rabbits
Penticton wildlife photographer Jodi Forster captured photos of some mountain cottontail rabbits on a section of the KVR Trail on…
‘Resilient A.F.’: Kamloops marketer goes from glass child to New York billboard
A successful marketing and visibility specialist in Kamloops, Lou Bowers is bright, thoughtful and passionate about bringing people together. She…
The full Flower moon is a micromoon in Kamloops, Okanagan
May’s full moon is called a Flower Moon because of all the blooming flowers in spring, but observers may have…
iN PHOTOS: Courting grebes do bird ballet on Shuswap Lake
Western grebes gather on Shuswap Lake every spring to mate, and their courtship dance is a sight to behold as…
‘Get out now’: Summerland evacuee forced to leave livestock behind
“We watched the fire come over the mountain and light up and it was unbelievable how quickly it spread."
Kamloops adopts first-of-its-kind bylaw to recover unpaid taxes from politicians
It would add a novel punitive measure into council's remuneration policy.
If humans cause wildfires, shouldn’t they be banned from the backcountry?
“If the intention is to reduce the number of wildfires, you're going to have to remove everybody."
iN PHOTOS: Wildfire smoke creates haunting atmosphere in the Okanagan, Kamloops
In the midst of the wildfire emergency, photographers are capturing the eerie smoke and changing skies.
iN NUMBERS: Where to go to escape the smoke in Okanagan, Kamloops
If you’ve got cash and vacation time you’re probably wondering where you could go for a breath of fresh air.
iN VIDEO: Crankworx Festival at SilverStar hosts international mountain biking competitions
There was plenty of dirt and big air over the weekend at the Crankworx SilverStar…
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....
Federal government announces $34M to help communities cope with climate change
OTTAWA — The federal government is spending $34 million on projects to make Canadian communities more resilient to the effects of climate change.The funds come as cities and towns across the country spend another summer battling extreme heat, wildfires, flooding...
New Brunswick teens arrested, charged after viral ‘car surfing’ video
FREDERICTON — Mounties in southeastern New Brunswick say three teens were charged after a vehicle was stolen and several crimes were allegedly committed.RCMP say they received multiple reports Sunday of "car surfing" on a main arterial road in Moncton.A social...
Federal government invests $24 million for cannabis and brain health research
TORONTO — Federal Minister of Health Marjorie Michel has announced $24 million to create the Canadian Cannabis and Brain Health Consortium. Funded through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the group of 10 research teams from across Canada will work...
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.
Smoke in B.C. Interior causing poor air quality but helping fire fight
PENTICTON — Many of the wildfires burning across British Columbia have been smoked out for…
B.C. fire evacuees find social media comfort amid official void about destruction
PENTICTON — Frustrated wildfire evacuees from Summerland, B.C., say they are seeking out alternative sources…
Smoke in B.C. Interior causing poor air quality but helping fire fight
PENTICTON — Many of the wildfires burning across British Columbia have been smoked out for…
Federal government announces $34M to help communities cope with climate change
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OTTAWA — The federal government is spending $34 million on projects to make Canadian communities…
Partial solar eclipse, meteor shower headed for Canadian skies
A partial solar eclipse will be visible across the Maritimes, Ontario, Quebec and other parts…
Tropical Storm Cristobal forms in the Atlantic Ocean well away from the Azores
MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Cristobal formed Wednesday in the Atlantic Ocean well west of…
David Crowley’s razor-thin Wisconsin primary win sets up a match against a Trump pick
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — David Crowley’s razor-thin primary win over a democratic socialist sets up…
Pakistan says 3 citizens killed in Houthi attack on ship, and other developments in the Mideast
Three Pakistani nationals were among those killed when Iranian-backed Houthis attacked a ship off Yemen,…
A blockbuster $12.5B deal as Josh Kushner and Bob Iger agree to buy the Lakers, AP source says
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers are being sold for the second time…
Smoke in B.C. Interior causing poor air quality but helping fire fight
PENTICTON — Many of the wildfires burning across British Columbia have been smoked out for…
Calgary Flames games get new radio home with Corus Entertainment
CALGARY — Calgary Flames games have a new radio home. Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation…
Mini-Mozart heist blights anniversary tribute as thieves make off with 210 statuettes
SALZBURG, Austria (AP) — More than 200 gold statuettes of Austria’s most famous composer disappeared…
A blockbuster $12.5B deal as Josh Kushner and Bob Iger agree to buy the Lakers, AP source says
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers are being sold for the second time…
Luis Rengifo’s grand slam against former team helps Padres to 11-2 win over Brewers
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Luis Rengifo hit a grand slam against the Brewers seven weeks…
One man injured in targeted shooting outside home in Surrey, B.C., police say
SURREY — Police in Surrey, B.C., are investigating after one man was injured in what…
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