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‘A waiting game’: Future uncertain for Summerland family after house razed by wildfire
“The only thing that really hit hard was my daughter’s bed frame, it was the only thing left standing. That just hit. That’s where my kids grew up.”
Square dancing making a comeback in Okanagan, Kamloops
Square dancing is experiencing a bit of a renaissance in the Okanagan and Kamloops after popularity of the social activity…
BC nurse suspended for taking selfie in hospital
A BC nurse has been suspended for three days for taking a selfie in a hospital with a patient in…
Tribunal slams ICBC as Kelowna driver wins appeal
A Kelowna man found equally to blame for a car crash on Highway 97 two years ago, has successfully appealed…
Mayor’s new court battle puts Kamloops in uncharted territory
Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson is on the defensive as the province takes the him to court over a confidential report, putting…
Penticton RCMP ask for help to locate missing man
Penticton RCMP are searching for a missing man and are asking for the public’s help. Kurtis Robinson, 59, was last…
Sunshine on the way but it will stay cold this week in Okanagan, Kamloops
It might not look like it today, but Kamloops and the Okanagan should have some sunny days ahead this week.…
Polson Artisan Night Market entertains with weekly thematic evenings
Every Friday from 4 pm to 8 pm in Polson Park, the Polson Artisan Night…
Kelowna killer’s failure to complete counselling leads to more charges
He was 22-years-old when he killed a 32-year-old father with a hammer on a Kelowna street.
‘See a need, fill a need’: Summerland man’s website reports damaged homes as locals evacuated
"The thought hit me of all these little kids and parents that are stuck just not knowing, and it made me angry."
Vernon woman charged with arson days after Bradley Creek wildfire broke out
The fires were lit in the Commonage Road area of Vernon.
More people evacuated by Bald Range wildfire returning home
Roughly 150 structures have been damaged or destroyed in Summerland and Electoral Area F.
Kelowna bought $3.5M industrial property from Hotel Eldorado owner amid boardwalk vote
Kelowna has gone to court to annex lakefront boardwalk so the public can access it.
Once shaped by court rituals, China’s imperial cuisine lives on today
BEIJING (AP) — It is said that Empress Dowager Cixi once dreamed of a pastry during the final decades of imperial China. The same treat was served to her at breakfast the following morning. Delighted, she summoned her chef and...
In the news today: Trump delays tariffs, B.C. wildfire update, Alberta data centres
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed…Trump delays 50 per cent tariffs on Canada for three daysCanada has temporarily dodged 50 per cent tariffs on roughly $28-billion worth of goods...
Brazilian police say at least 23 killed in minibus and truck crash
SAO PAULO (AP) — A minibus and a truck collided head-on in the southern Brazilian state of Parana, killing at least 23 people and injuring five others early Wednesday, police said. Both vehicles were traveling in opposite directions, authorities said....
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."
Wildfire near Summerland, B.C., remains active as residents return
SUMMERLAND — While most evacuation orders have come down for the Bald Range wildfire near…
Relief in Summerland, B.C., as fire evacuations end, but 150 structures damaged, lost
iNhome
Most residents of Summerland, B.C., are now able to return home after being chased out…
Trump delays 50 per cent tariffs on Canada for three days
OTTAWA — Canada has temporarily dodged 50 per cent tariffs on roughly $28-billion worth of…
In the news today: Trump delays tariffs, B.C. wildfire update, Alberta data centres
iNhome
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Wildfire near Summerland, B.C., remains active as residents return
SUMMERLAND — While most evacuation orders have come down for the Bald Range wildfire near…
Canadian official condemns Israel’s ‘unlawful invasion’ and announces new aid to Lebanon
BEIRUT (AP) — A Canadian government official condemned what he called Israel’s “unlawful invasion” of…
North Korea shrugs off Trump’s scaled-back drills with South Korea, saying it changes nothing
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea said Wednesday that a U.S. decision to scale…
Israel’s military to investigate Gaza attacks, and other major developments in the Middle East
The Israeli military said Wednesday it will conduct criminal investigations into the killings of a…
Trump delays 50 per cent tariffs on Canada for three days
OTTAWA — Canada has temporarily dodged 50 per cent tariffs on roughly $28-billion worth of…
Relief in Summerland, B.C., as fire evacuations end, but 150 structures damaged, lost
iNhome
Most residents of Summerland, B.C., are now able to return home after being chased out…
After losing a friend and writing ‘Say So,’ Dan + Shay are back with the autobiographical ‘Young’
NEW YORK (AP) — The lead single from Grammy Award-winning duo Dan + Shay’s forthcoming…
Kennedy Center tells court it won’t try to restore Trump’s name to the building before Sept. 8
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Kennedy Center has told a federal court that it would not…
Crystal Palace signs US teenager Gozo in $15M club record sale for Real Salt Lake
LONDON (AP) — Crystal Palace added to its squad for another European campaign by signing…
Jaguars are acquiring guard Daniel Faalele from the Giants for a draft pick, AP source says
NEW YORK (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars are acquiring guard Daniel Faalele from the New…
Bayern star Jamal Musiala’s season start is in doubt after two collapses in games
BERLIN (AP) — Jamal Musiala’s readiness for Bayern Munich’s start to the season is in…
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