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No end in sight to dry spell in Okanagan, Kamloops: meteorologist
“It’s not atypical for us in the summer to see one of these dry months but to see the duration of this dryness is really what's the most concerning right now."
Destructive Japanese beetles found in Kamloops, a first for BC Interior
A coordinated effort to eradicate an invasive beetle in BC has made some progress in the Lower Mainland, but that…
More cops equal less crime? Kamloops councillors not so sure
If more cops mean less crime then Kamloops has to dig deeper into its pocketbook. Kamloops city council opted not…
Province moves to seize accused Kamloops area drug dealer’s home a second time
An accused drug dealer facing multiple criminal charges is facing another court challenge as the province aims to seize her…
Three things you need to know about wildfires in B.C.
Wildfire season is never really over. When infernos subside in one region, they begin somewhere else. As the world continues…
Byelection to replace Penticton councillor to be held in April
It’s official. The City of Penticton will be holding a byelection on Saturday, April 5 to replace newly-elected Penticton-Summerland MLA…
RCMP warn public in Kamloops, Okanagan about scam text impersonating police
A scam text message that appears to be from the RCMP has been circulating in Kamloops and the Okanagan recently,…
Everyone on Kamloops city council running for re-election
Most want to hold onto their council seats while one incumbent councillor is running for mayor.
iN NUMBERS: Online fundraisers for victims of the Bald Range wildfire
Hundreds of people have raised more than $100,000 for wildfire evacuees in the Okanagan.
iN VIDEO: WinCon Kelowna welcomed by the tabletop community
The Coast Capri Hotel was off to a busy weekend on August 14, 15, and…
iN PHOTOS: Kamloops’ Logan Stankoven brings Stanley Cup home
Hundreds showed up to cheer for the local hockey legend.
iN VIDEO: Downtown Sounds rocks Downtown Vernon
The Vernon Downtown Association has been putting on free concerts every Thursday in July and…
Expensive day for truck driver caught speeding in construction zone near Merritt
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“There’s an expectation that commercial truck drivers will be as committed to road safety as anyone else."
Bryan Voltaggio’s makes his lobster rolls with a flavor-boosting soak
I’ve never been to Maine for a lobster roll, but the ones I’ve had in other places have been so good that I knew I needed to make one myself. This version is from my cookbook “Home” and is made...
Flooding risk remains as storms move from the Midwest to the mid-Atlantic
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana residents remained on alert while returning to their flood-ravaged homes Monday as repeated rounds of thunderstorms and heavy rain moved east from the Midwest into the mid-Atlantic and high heat scorched much of the South and...
Penn State cocaine trafficking ring involved 2 fraternities, authorities say
Thirteen former or current Penn State University students were criminally charged Monday on allegations they participated in a cocaine-trafficking ring that involved two fraternities, authorities said. Two of them, who were the main suppliers, made routine trips to Philadelphia and...
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: Climate change has disrupted summer
"The summers of my youth are not the same. They have been disrupted by climate change and I don't think they are coming back."
iN DISCUSSION: How effective is government wildfire emergency alert system?
Do you think you can rely on the alerts sent to your phone?
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."
Take a bough: Climbing takes relationship with B.C.’s trees to the next level
UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA — Fifty metres up a grand fir tree, and the rigidities…
B.C. couple awarded damages against neighbour after 2022 shooting
VICTORIA — The British Columbia Supreme Court has awarded more than $1 million in damages…
In the news today: Tariff deadline looms, B.C. wildfires, Tumbler Ridge demolition
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
B.C.’s provincial health officer to hold news conference amid wildfire smoke warnings
VANCOUVER — B.C. provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry is set to hold a news…
Palestinian envoy says Canada ‘pivotal’ in Mideast peace, urges more action
OTTAWA — The new Palestinian ambassador to Ottawa says Canada’s recognition of the State of…
South Korea president stresses US alliance as many baffled by Trump order to cut exercises
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea’s president said Tuesday a solid alliance with the…
Ship attacked during Strait of Hormuz transit and other news from the Middle East
A ship was hit by a projectile early Tuesday as it was sailing out of…
Student kills schoolmate and himself in livestreamed Philippine school attack, official says
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — A high school student carrying two pistols shot to death a…
B.C.’s provincial health officer to hold news conference amid wildfire smoke warnings
VANCOUVER — B.C. provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry is set to hold a news…
Deadline looms as Trump’s 50 per cent tariffs set to take effect
OTTAWA — There are less than 24 hours left until U.S. President Donald Trump’s high-stakes…
King Harald of Norway is hospitalized for treatment in connection with a blood disease
OSLO, Norway (AP) — King Harald of Norway has been admitted to a hospital for…
A Chinese animated film mocked as ‘terrible’ becomes a box-office hit
The new sensation among some Chinese moviegoers is an animated film whose characters appear to…
India reaches 116-4 at lunch on Day 4, extends lead to 294 in 1st cricket test against Sri Lanka
GALLE, Sri Lanka (AP) — Left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya struck twice before India reached 116-4…
Yankees place Max Fried on IL; Carlos Rodón to start Tuesday at Baltimore
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Yankees are gaining one starter and losing another.…
Ohtani says knee felt good after recent bullpen session, powers Dodgers with 2 homers in 11-5 win
DENVER (AP) — Maybe just as encouraging for the Los Angeles Dodgers as their bats…
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