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iN NUMBERS: Surprising number of people in B.C. in favour of private healthcare
“More than two-in-five men in Canada, 43%, believe that Canada’s healthcare system would improve in the hands of the private sector.”
Unlicensed Kelowna trader faces hearing after $20M lost in offshore investments
Hundreds of investors lost nearly $20 million in offshore trades, and regulators are investigating a Kelowna man for illegally running…
iN PHOTOS: Wild animals feast on snacks, or become one, in Kamloops, Okanagan
Wild animals are busy having springtime buffets in Kamloops and the Okanagan, and while some are filling their bellies other…
Kamloops firm ordered to pay $22,000 in unpaid overtime, vacation, severance
A Kamloops first aid company has been ordered to pay $22,000 in unpaid wages and been fined $3,000 after a…
Kelowna property manager fined $5,000 for letting tenants sublet
A Kelowna rental property manager has been fined $5,000 after he allowed tenants to sublet their home. According to a…
The curious case of how Kamloops council’s advisor got ousted
Just when Kamloops thought it had a provincial advisor to help Kamloops city council with its internal dysfunction, the ministry…
One of two Kamloops-area Liberal candidates chosen for upcoming federal election
The Liberals picked a candidate for the Kamloops area as the federal election comes closer. Neskonlith Indian Band member Ken…
Next Kamloops council will need to recover ground after ‘four lost years’
"I think we've seen what happens if you put people into position that have no experience and real connection to the organization that they're proposing to run. You end up with headaches."
Former Shuswap lawyer accused of sexually harassing client
The Law Society says he made “innuendoes, invitations, or advances toward the client."
Wildfire forces Okanagan fruit pickers back to Mexico
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After bouncing between shelters reluctant to accept them, Mexican workers are heading back home months earlier than expected.
iN PHOTOS: Five caterpillars eating gardens in the Thompson-Okanagan
Gardeners can control caterpillar damage by handpicking them off plants and dropping them into soapy buckets of water.
Kamloops Farmers’ Market brings local food, handmade goods and community downtown
The smell of fresh baking, the sound of live music and the bright colours of…
She got $2.4M in the separation, but former spouse of Kelowna tech entrepreneur sued for more
She claimed she was only 'surviving.'
Wildfire forces Okanagan fruit pickers back to Mexico
After bouncing between shelters reluctant to accept them, Mexican workers are heading back home months earlier than expected.
Their homes destroyed by wildfire, B.C. residents are more worried about missing pets
Robin Gibbs' home in Summerland, B.C., was burned down nearly to its foundation amid the Bald Range wildfire, but he says the devastation doesn't compare to the emotion of knowing the family dog is still missing. Boris, a four-year-old St....
Wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate their neighborhoods
The fast-growing Hawk Fire was spreading toward neighborhoods in northwest Reno early Sunday, growing to more than 10,500 acres (42 sq. km.) Nearly 14,000 homes were ordered evacuated, and the “GO NOW” zone reached the edge of the University of...
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: Okanagan bakery stirs up wildfire compensation controversy
The bakery and coffee shop in Peachland would like to be compensated for business lost when tourists fled.
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."
Intense storm brings power outages, travel woes to parts of B.C.
An unusually strong storm pummeled southern British Columbia overnight, bringing heavy rain and lightning strikes…
Their homes destroyed by wildfire, B.C. residents are more worried about missing pets
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Robin Gibbs’ home in Summerland, B.C., was burned down nearly to its foundation amid the…
Conservatives call on government to release U.S. trade offer details
OTTAWA — Federal conservatives are calling on the government to release the full details of…
From business leaders to sports fans, Canada responds to trade war escalation
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney’s decision to suspend trade talks with the United States…
Rescuers use new tech to save caver trapped vertically in Alberta’s ‘Psych Squeeze’
A caver has been rescued after being trapped underground at the Rat’s Nest Cave in…
Tropical Storm Moke carrying more rain toward hurricane-damaged Hawaii
HONOLULU (AP) — Tropical Storm Moke was swirling past Hawaii on Sunday, close enough to…
IndyCar comes to the nation’s Capital, in photos
WASHINGTON (AP) — Spectators take in the sights and sounds of the IndyCar Freedom 250…
Trump waves the green flag to start the IndyCar race as drivers zoom through Washington’s streets
WASHINGTON (AP) — For once, things were moving fast in the nation’s capital. Washington was…
Conservatives call on government to release U.S. trade offer details
OTTAWA — Federal conservatives are calling on the government to release the full details of…
Intense storm brings power outages, travel woes to parts of B.C.
An unusually strong storm pummeled southern British Columbia overnight, bringing heavy rain and lightning strikes…
‘Spider-Man’ tops box office in fourth weekend; ‘The Odyssey’ becomes Nolan’s highest-grossing film
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” fought off a slew of newcomers, including a comedy, a horror…
Union for Boston Symphony Orchestra musicians authorizes first strike in ensemble’s 145-year history
LENOX, Mass. (AP) — The union for Boston Symphony Orchestra musicians authorized the first strike…
Premier League: Maresca has ‘perfect day’ as Man City rallies for win, Liverpool draws at Newcastle
A warm welcome from the fans at the start. A stoppage-time winner at the end.…
Browns place DE Alex Wright on injured reserve, sign Derek Barnett
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Defensive end Alex Wright was placed on injured reserve by the…
Lando Norris wins F1’s Dutch Grand Prix after a daring pass on Kimi Antonelli
ZANDVOORT, Netherlands (AP) — Lando Norris had a clear message for his Formula 1 rivals…
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