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BC private school teacher gets 10-year ban
The teacher demonstrated a serious failure to maintain appropriate boundaries.
Experts call for evenly applied forensic nursing services across B.C.
A researcher on intimate partner violence is calling for British Columbia to increase funding for forensic nurses, saying there is…
Public health agency says World Cup poses high risk of measles spread
OTTAWA — There is a high risk of measles transmission within Canada during the FIFA World Cup, an analysis by…
Stuntman looking to ‘break’ into Okanagan film industry
"I know how to fall through things very well and not get injured.”
‘It’s insane’: Summer gas prices could hit record highs, upending budgets and travel
MONTREAL — Since gas prices started climbing in March, Sarah Bradley has found herself bargain hunting across multiple grocery stores…
Tourism Kamloops gives back to mountain bike trail builders
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Among mountain bikers across North America, Kamloops is known as the birthplace of "freeride," a style focused on technical, creative downhill riding.
‘Hockey city’: experts say Canadiens fever fuelled by team’s winning history
Almost everyone appears to agree that the Montreal Canadiens fans are the loudest and rowdiest of any team in the…
Touchdown Kelowna brings BC Lions, live music and community fun to the city
The BC Lions and a few special guests will be in attendance this week for…
Kamloops ATM thief makes his getaway by swimming across river
"Keep their eyes out for the suspect, who will undoubtedly still be wet and cold. If you see him immediately call police.”
Kamloops Highland Games Returns with a Full Day of Scottish Culture, Sport, and Community
The sound of bagpipes will once again carry across Albert McGowan Park as the Kamloops…
Things to do for Canada Day 2026 in Kamloops, Kelowna, Penticton and Vernon
Canada Day is almost here, and communities across the Thompson-Okanagan are preparing for a full…
Kamloopa Powwow Brings Culture, Dance, and Community to the heart of Kamloops
The sound of drums, the movement of dancers in colourful regalia and the gathering of…
Okanagan man who groped woman in Osoyoos bar jailed
He argued he was helping the woman wipe up a drink that someone had spilled on her.
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...
Frank Lloyd Wright House, Among Chicago’s Most Endangered Buildings, Bought By Nonprofit
The West Side’s only single-family home designed by famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright is due for a multimillion-dollar refresh under new ownership after spending years in disrepair. West Side nonprofit Austin Coming Together announced Wednesday that it purchased the J.J....
New Mexico opens criminal probe of DEA after agents allowed fentanyl shipments to hit streets
New Mexico's attorney general on Friday opened a criminal investigation to determine whether U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration agents broke state law by allowing hundreds of thousands of fentanyl pills to reach the streets of Albuquerque. The extraordinary inquiry comes less...
A Moroccan court sentences 29 prominent people in major drug trafficking and corruption case
CASABLANCA, Morocco (AP) — A Moroccan court handed prison sentences to 29 people, including prominent politicians and sports and business figures, in an international drug trafficking and corruption scandal that has rocked the country. The court also ordered the defendants...
iN DISCUSSION: Prime Minister Carney’s BC condo buyout bungle
"I'm starting to get a disturbingly familiar feeling about Prime Minister Mark Carney."
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.
B.C. jury rejects explanations of ex-husband, guilty of murdering Tatjana Stefanski
Vitali Stefanski said he had answers for many of the circumstances surrounding the death of…
Metro Vancouver names team for independent review of wastewater plant project
VANCOUVER — An independent team has been announced for the review of the North Shore…
B.C. jury rejects explanations of ex-husband, guilty of murdering Tatjana Stefanski
Vitali Stefanski said he had answers for many of the circumstances surrounding the death of…
Exhibit on displaced Palestinians set to open at human rights museum amid criticism
WINNIPEG — The head of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights says it’s unfortunate a…
StubHub World Cup ticket complaints under investigation in B.C.
VANCOUVER — Consumer Protection BC is investigating complaints about ticket reseller StubHub from people who…
US strikes Iran in response to a drone attack on a ship that Trump says violated ceasefire
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. struck Iran on Friday in response to a drone attack…
Bible stories are approved as required reading in Texas public schools
DALLAS (AP) — Texas’ education board on Friday approved a required reading list for more…
Utah declares a state of emergency and restricts fireworks as US largest wildfire grows
Utah restricted fireworks and declared a state of emergency Friday ahead of July Fourth celebrations…
Carney says he and Trump discussed defence priorities, Arctic ahead of NATO summit
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney said Thursday he spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump…
PM Carney says 24 Sussex to be restored with fundraising campaign, design competition
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled plans Friday to restore the prime minister’s residence…
Happy birthday, 2000 Year Old Man. Mel Brooks is turning 100
NEW YORK (AP) — The 2000 Year Old Man is turning 100. Mel Brooks on…
California appeals court upholds Harvey Weinstein’s rape conviction, but says he must be resentenced
LOS ANGELES (AP) — An appeals court on Friday upheld Harvey Weinstein’s 2022 rape and…
Maple Leafs select Gavin McKenna first overall at NHL draft
BUFFALO — Gavin McKenna will continue sporting blue and white. The Toronto Maple Leafs selected…
Lionel Messi won’t start Argentina’s group finale, but World Cup scoring record holder could sub in
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Lionel Messi, the top scorer in World Cup history, will not…
Winning World Cup group takes a backseat to getting ready for the knockout stage for some teams
NEW YORK (AP) — Roberto Martínez knows that in his younger days coaching at the…
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