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Summerland sanctuary back to helping animals — and people, too
“I went through the whole thing with my own home, with my own farm and with the animals.”
Vernon city councillor announces bid to run for mayor
Vernon city councillor Kari Gares will run for mayor in the next municipal election. Putting the rumour to bed, Gares…
Former NHL player sued by City of Vernon over unpaid parking tickets
A former NHL hockey player who made millions of dollars during his career on the ice is being sued by…
After a year, it’s unclear how long Kamloops’ highest paid employee will be on leave
It was a year ago Kamloops taxpayers were told the City’s top employee was on “personal leave.” Since then, there…
Kamloops council caught off guard by BC Housing plan for new homeless shelter
Kamloops city council was caught by surprise by the province’s plan for a new riverfront shelter, potentially breaking an agreement…
Vernon city councillor announces bid to run for mayor
Vernon city councillor Kari Gares will run for mayor in the next municipal election. Putting the rumour to bed, Gares…
Community steps up in big way for Kelowna jazz singer almost killed in car crash
A globe-trotting jazz singer helped elevate the local music scene in Kelowna, and now the community is rallying behind her…
Gas price roller coaster continues in Kamloops, Okanagan
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Roller coasters are supposed to be fun.
Vernon celebrates Vernon Regional Airport’s 80th with Appreciation Day
The Vernon Regional Airport and the Vernon Flying Club are having a day of celebration…
Afro Caribbean Festival celebrates community and culture in Kelowna’s City Park
The Mind STIRR Society and Africans in Okanagan are hosting an interactive and educational festival…
At least 5 people across the Okanagan charged with arson this summer
At least five individuals have been arrested for arson over the last few weeks.
iN PHOTOS: Campers unplug at picturesque sites in Okanagan, Kamloops
There are a few provincial sites and several free sites available.
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...
B.C.’s youngest wildfire evacuees begin processing the return home
The day she returned to her home in Summerland, B.C., more than a week after escaping from an out-of-control wildfire, Erin Trainer was cleaning when her four-year old daughter asked for orange paint.Paint in hand, the next question from the...
One dead as plane makes emergency landing on B.C. road, crashing into cars
PRINCE GEORGE — Police say one person is dead after a twin-engine plane made an emergency landing on a road in Prince George, B.C., crashing into cars and scattering debris including a propeller.Social media photos show what appears to be...
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."
Black bear attacks woman, dog on back deck of property in Anmore, B.C.
ANMORE — British Columbia’s Conservation Officer Service says it responded to another bear attack in…
B.C. court ruling reveals drug suspects sought by U.S. could seek trial in Canada
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VANCOUVER — Three men facing extradition to the United States over their alleged involvement in…
B.C. court ruling reveals drug suspects sought by U.S. could seek trial in Canada
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VANCOUVER — Three men facing extradition to the United States over their alleged involvement in…
One dead as plane makes emergency landing on B.C. road, crashing into cars
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PRINCE GEORGE — Police say one person is dead after a twin-engine plane made an…
Domtar to indefinitely idle pulp mill in Howe Sound, B.C., putting 400 out of work
Another mill is shuttering in British Columbia, affecting about 400 workers in the industry that…
2 organizers of Hong Kong’s Tiananmen vigils convicted in national security case
HONG KONG (AP) — Two former organizers of Hong Kong’s annual vigils in remembrance of…
US carries out its first deportations under pact for Liberia to accept 1,200 non-Liberians
HARBEL, Liberia (AP) — The United States on Thursday carried out its first deportation under…
Still recovering from Hurricane Lala, Hawaii prepares for a possible weekend cyclone
HONOLULU (AP) — Communities still recovering from last weekend’s hurricane in Hawaii could get pounded…
Jury says The New York Times defamed Alabama basketball player with incorrect story about shooting
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama jury on Thursday awarded $9.25 million in damages after…
Jazz and gospel fill the church in Little Burgundy as Montreal honours Oliver Jones
MONTREAL — The sounds of laughter, jazz and gospel music pumped through a modest church…
Trump appears on former fixer-turned-enemy Michael Cohen’s radio show after detente
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump appeared Thursday on his former fixer-turned-foe Michael Cohen’s radio…
Jazz and gospel fill the church in Little Burgundy as Montreal honours Oliver Jones
MONTREAL — The sounds of laughter, jazz and gospel music pumped through a modest church…
Redblacks fall to 0-10 on the season with 46-16 loss to CFL-best Alouettes
MONTREAL — The Ottawa Redblacks are still searching for their first win, and now sit…
Rangers’ Jacob deGrom surpasses 2,000 K’s and combines with 3 on 1-hitter in 2-0 win over Nationals
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Jacob deGrom struck out 10 and allowed one hit and one…
Ogunbowale and Shepard lead Wings over Fever 91-85 on off shooting night for Bueckers and Clark
DALLAS (AP) — Arike Ogunbowale scored a season-high 32 points, Jessica Shepard added a career-best…
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