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Okanagan drought a ‘wake up call’ to plan long-term, minister says
"The conditions are awful."
Rock bands Steel Panther and Buckcherry coming to Penticton
Metal fans have a chance to see Steel Panther and Buckcherry live this spring in Penticton. The bands have teamed…
18-year-old who fell through ice on Shuswap Lake found dead
An 18-year-old man who fell through the ice on Shuswap Lake over the weekend has been found dead. RCMP received…
Four-foot tall Jesus statue stolen from Kelowna cemetery
Police are searching for a statue of Jesus that was stolen from a cemetery in Kelowna. The “Corpus” statue of…
Kelowna RCMP crackdown on youth ‘social disorder’ downtown, Orchard Park mall
Kelowna RCMP are cracking down on youths getting up to no good at the mall and downtown. RCMP have been…
Scammers steal $20,000 from grandparents in Central Okanagan
Grandparents in Kelowna and West Kelowna have fallen victim to a scam to the tune of $20,000 believing they were helping…
Vernon council votes to support plan for a bus to West Kelowna
A Vernon man is on a mission to better connect the Okanagan’s public transit system, and the city council just…
iN PHOTOS: Campers unplug at picturesque sites in Okanagan, Kamloops
There are a few provincial sites and several free sites available.
Kamloops cops search for arson suspect after dumpster fire
"The suspect appears to arrive on a bicycle wearing a backpack and a hat.”
iN NUMBERS: Which region in BC has the most drunk drivers
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“Our officers did notice improvements in some of our usual check stops in 2026, but we are intercepting far too many people who choose to drive while impaired.”
Hotel Eldorado not the only obstruction to connecting Kelowna waterfront paths
It could be a long road to complete a one-kilometre stretch.
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.”
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...
Massachusetts House and Senate move toward housing goals
Massachusetts is facing a housing crisis, and the clock is ticking. The state needs to build 222,000 new homes by 2035 to meet demand, according to Gov. Maura Healey’s office. “And those homes have to be affordable to households at...
iN NUMBERS: Which region in BC has the most drunk drivers
“Our officers did notice improvements in some of our usual check stops in 2026, but we are intercepting far too many people who choose to drive while impaired.”
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."
B.C. issues protection order for Salmon River watershed as fish spawn
VICTORIA — The British Columbia government has issued a new temporary protection order for the…
‘Lucky’ collapsed on Amsterdam street. Did he go missing in Vancouver in 1994?
VANCOUVER — Vancouver police say they are working with Dutch counterparts and Interpol to determine…
LeBlanc returning to Washington to meet with Greer, continue deal finalization
OTTAWA — Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc is heading back to Washington to meet again…
Canada, U.S. both say they made gains in new trade deal that averted tariffs
WASHINGTON — Canada-U.S. Minister Dominic LeBlanc smiled widely beside U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade czar…
In the news today: Trade talks bring hope, Russian missile strikes, Alberta AI debate
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
AP reporter Christopher Bodeen, a tenacious chronicler of China’s rise, dies at 55
TOKYO (AP) — Christopher Bodeen, a tenacious, old-school wire service reporter who brought a keen…
The Latest: The US national debt hits a record $40 trillion
The United States’ debt surpassed a record $40 trillion Wednesday, a staggering milestone as defense…
US sends 20 deportees to Liberia, part of 1,200 migrants the country will receive under new deal
HARBEL, Liberia (AP) — The United States sent 20 deportees to Liberia, who arrived on…
LeBlanc returning to Washington to meet with Greer, continue deal finalization
OTTAWA — Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc is heading back to Washington to meet again…
Canada, U.S. both say they made gains in new trade deal that averted tariffs
WASHINGTON — Canada-U.S. Minister Dominic LeBlanc smiled widely beside U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade czar…
Prince Harry and Meghan are returning to the UK with their children
LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, have decided to return to the…
Nate Haller, Tenille Townes and more to perform at 2026 Canadian Country Music Awards
Ontario singer-songwriter Nate Haller and Alberta-born Americana artist Tenille Townes are set to play at…
New Edmonton velodrome puts Olympic cycling champion Kelsey Mitchell back on track
EDMONTON — A new velodrome in her backyard drew Olympic track cycling champion Kelsey Mitchell…
Boston Bruins and Edmonton Oilers to play NHL games in Germany in 2027
NEW YORK (AP) — The Boston Bruins and Edmonton Oilers will each play two regular-season…
Morning rain delays England’s reply to Pakistan’s 171 all out on Day 2 of first test
LEEDS, England (AP) — The start of play on Day 2 of the first test…
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