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June 11, 2025 11:06:00
Direct indictments in place for all four accused in Penticton murder
All charges dropped after Penticton RCMP officers repeatedly taser prolific offender
The Justice described some of the errors the officers made as "unnecessary and inexplicable."
iN NUMBERS: How Kamloops, Okanagan took on the housing crisis in 2024
Some figures are worth bragging about while others, not so much.
iN PHOTOS: Wildlife parents dote on their young in Kamloops, Okanagan
Some wildlife parents have tougher jobs than others.
Kamloops mayor’s earns half his normal income due to imposed cuts
"In any other world, it's called constructive dismissal."
Public input needed for new study on painted turtle nesting in Vernon
“The turtles lay their eggs at night so will be active in the evening, at night or in the early morning.”
iN VIDEO: Iconic Penticton sign gets fresh paint job
It took nearly 200 gallons of paint to make the sign bright white again.
UBCO building network of cameras to act as smoke detectors in forest
"With this technology, we’re making strides in protecting communities from wildfires by predicting them before they happen."
BC RCMP officer charged in Boundary region car crash
With charges approved, Odgaard is set to appear in court on June 30.
‘Extremely heartbreaking’: Friends, family mourn Penticton woman’s shooting death
"I've heard people's sides of the story, but they are all different so it's hard to get closure when people are lying about such a horrible event."
Shuswap RV resort loses appeal of $37,000 sewage leak fine
The RV park argued the fine should be reduced because the risk was "low."
Kelowna reports progress on crime reduction in 2024
There were 16 new RCMP officers and five bylaw officers hired in 2024.
iN DISCUSSION: ‘Can’t limit or ban bad’ pet owners
Following are emailed reader responses to stories or letters to the editor at iNFOnews.ca.
THOMPSON: On trade, Canada must not give in to Trump the bully
OPINION Canada is a trading nation, it is the country’s life blood. The trading history…
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Heat eases in parts of B.C., persists in Interior, as more temperature records fall
Environment Canada has lifted special weather statements about a record-breaking hot spell for much of…
Edmonton Oilers fan paints hundreds of faces per game while taking in the action
EDMONTON — More often than not, lifelong Edmonton Oilers fan Jacob Golka can be seen…
NDP leader says Carney needs to update Parliament on trade talks
OTTAWA — Interim NDP Leader Don Davies says Prime Minister Mark Carney is not being…
Carney’s ‘Canada Strong Pass’ to come into effect on June 20
OTTAWA — The federal government is set to announce details of its promised “Canada Strong…
Sabia, veteran of public and private sectors, to head Carney’s Privy Council
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney is tapping Michael Sabia, a veteran of the public…
John Cusack, Ronnie Wood, Nancy Sinatra and more react to the death of Brian Wilson
Notable reaction to the death of the Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson at age 82. ___…
How the ‘F1’ soundtrack came together, with a little help from Lewis Hamilton
NEW YORK (AP) — The pinnacle of motorsport, Formula One, has its own music. The…
Mandatory military service for Israel’s ultra-Orthodox tests Netanyahu’s rule
JERUSALEM (AP) — The deadliest attack in Israel’s history happened on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s…
NDP leader says Carney needs to update Parliament on trade talks
OTTAWA — Interim NDP Leader Don Davies says Prime Minister Mark Carney is not being…
Alberta premier says province is looking to entice private-sector pipeline builder
CALGARY — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government is working to entice a private-sector…
Juliette Powell, ravishing MuchMusic host turned insightful tech critic, dies at 54
TORONTO — Juliette Powell, the captivating former MuchMusic VJ and host of live dance show…
John Cusack, Ronnie Wood, Nancy Sinatra and more react to the death of Brian Wilson
Notable reaction to the death of the Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson at age 82. ___…
How the ‘F1’ soundtrack came together, with a little help from Lewis Hamilton
NEW YORK (AP) — The pinnacle of motorsport, Formula One, has its own music. The…
Brewers pitching prospect Misiorowski set to make his major league debut against the Cardinals
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jacob Misiorowski, the top pitching prospect in the Milwaukee Brewers organization, is…
Blue Jays place outfielder Nathan Lukes on seven-day injured list with concussion
ST LOUIS — Outfielder Nathan Lukes has been placed on the seven-day injured list by…
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This pup has found a work around when its humans don't want to venture out into the rain.
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The person with the phone had two choices.
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