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Hotel Eldorado not the only obstruction to connecting Kelowna waterfront paths
It could be a long road to complete a one-kilometre stretch.
Cost of upgrade to century-old Penticton dam climbs to $18M
A century-old dam in Penticton needs an upgrade, but it is going to cost millions more than anticipated. The Ellis…
Kelowna surpassed provincial housing targets in 2024
The province has been pushing municipalities, including the City of Kelowna, to build more housing and it has done just…
From humble beginnings to Beverly Hills, Kamloops fashion designer shines
The home studio of Kamloops fashion designer Delayne Dixon is small and humble, yet the pieces of clothing created in…
North Okanagan ranchers charged over 2023 irrigation ban
The owners of a North Okanagan cattle ranch have been charged for allegedly ignoring a contentious irrigation ban that saw…
Kamloops bylaw department proposes CCTV network
Kamloops city council is set to consider funding a video surveillance system in an effort to reduce spending on security…
Kamloops mayor files RCMP complaint against another councillor, this time for ‘hacking’
Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson suspected a Kamloops city councillor “hacked” into another board’s meetings, but the subject of that complaint said…
Polson Artisan Night Market entertains with weekly thematic evenings
Every Friday from 4 pm to 8 pm in Polson Park, the Polson Artisan Night…
‘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.”
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.
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...
Salamander and tarantula are B.C. fire survivors, as pets and owners seek reunions
When Amanda Roberts and her 10-year-old son River fled the Bald Range fire before it wiped out the community of Faulder, B.C., they had to leave behind some of their beloved pets, including a tarantula named Velky Pavouk and Mongo...
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. Preliminary evidence suggests that the truck, which wasn’t carrying...
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."
Salamander and tarantula are B.C. fire survivors, as pets and owners seek reunions
iNhome
When Amanda Roberts and her 10-year-old son River fled the Bald Range fire before it…
Man critically injured in shooting in Maple Ridge, B.C.
MAPLE RIDGE — A man has been critically injured in a shooting in the Metro…
Trump boasts Keystone XL as trade talk win. It’s not clear it was ever off the table.
OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump boasted Tuesday about reviving the Keystone XL pipeline project,…
Canada, U.S. both say they made gains in new trade deal that averted tariffs
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade czar stood with Canada-U.S. Minister Dominic LeBlanc in…
Salamander and tarantula are B.C. fire survivors, as pets and owners seek reunions
iNhome
When Amanda Roberts and her 10-year-old son River fled the Bald Range fire before it…
Judge removed from Texas track meet stabbing case as defendant Karmelo Anthony seeks a new trial
McKINNEY, Texas (AP) — The judge who presided over Texas teenager Karmelo Anthony’s murder conviction…
Los Angeles DA, criticized for charging officer who taped others making racist remarks, drops felony
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles district attorney has backed off felony charges against…
The Latest: Trump picks top White House aide Dr. Heidi Overton to lead FDA
Dr. Heidi Overton, a top White House aide, has been picked to lead the Food…
Trump boasts Keystone XL as trade talk win. It’s not clear it was ever off the table.
OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump boasted Tuesday about reviving the Keystone XL pipeline project,…
Canada, U.S. both say they made gains in new trade deal that averted tariffs
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade czar stood with Canada-U.S. Minister Dominic LeBlanc in…
Let’s make a deal: TIFF touts its first market, says Canadian creators will benefit
TORONTO — Executives with the Toronto International Film Festival boasted Wednesday that their inaugural marketplace…
Nova Scotia musician Ashley MacIsaac pulls Google defamation lawsuit
HALIFAX — Nova Scotia fiddler Ashley MacIsaac has ended a defamation lawsuit against Google after…
Jaguars acquire guard Daniel Faalele from the Giants for a 2027 6th-round pick
NEW YORK (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars acquired guard Daniel Faalele from the New York…
Lowe and Flores homer in the ninth off Jansen as the Pirates rally past Tigers 4-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Brandon Lowe homered off Detroit closer Kenley Jansen with two outs in…
Rory McIlroy questions what value Rahm and DeChambeau have brought to LIV
Scottie Scheffler is not opposed to the return of LIV Golf players who chased after…
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