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June 19, 2025 04:06:00
iN VIDEO: Western painted turtle lays eggs into sandy nest in Vernon
Highland Valley mine meeting with BC ministers, Secwepemc leaders ‘cut short’
Two Secwepemc First Nations are claiming land title over the Highland Valley area, but it's a claim challenged by neighbouring First Nations and the province.
Kelowna spent $83M on its highest paid employees in 2024
The city spent a total of $114 million paying employees, up from $85.1 million in 2021.
Suspected thief walked himself into custody at Kelowna cop shop
“The circumstances of this arrest were definitely not common and made our job much easier.
Kamloops firefighters displaced after vehicle fire in fire hall
The fire station is still structurally sound and there was no notable fire damage beyond the single truck.
Woman assaulted in downtown Kelowna while on work break
Officers were called when a 42-year-old woman was attacked in the alley between Ellis Street and St. Paul Street.
Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run near Oliver winery
The pedestrian was pronounced dead on the scene.
Missing woman’s remains found near Salmon Arm years after disappearance
RCMP say her death was the result of foul play.
How pediatric jobs at KGH stack up against the competition
While Interior Health is addressing recruitment some think there should be more emphasis on retention.
iN NUMBERS: Graduating from college or university in Kamloops, Okanagan
Graduating from college or university is one of the proudest moments for a parent, and…
iN PHOTOS: Cats go camping in Kamloops, Okanagan
“You have to supervise them, it’s like camping with toddlers, you watch them at all times.”
No jail for erratic Vernon Cadillac driver caught with ounce of fentanyl
He said it all was for personal use.
iN DISCUSSION: ‘Discriminatory’ religions shouldn’t get tax exemptions
Following are emailed reader responses to stories or letters to the editor at iNFOnews.ca.
THOMPSON: Life and times of train porters in US and Canada
"Black people were considered socially inferior to whites and menial work, such as that of sleeping car porters, was one of the only jobs they could get…even though many had college degrees."
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.
Canadian Food Inspection Agency finds rare disease at B.C. commercial pigeon premises
CHILLIWACK — Canada’s food inspection agency says it has uncovered a case of Newcastle disease…
B.C. government won’t fund drug for rare disease for nine-year-old girl
VICTORIA — The British Columbia government says it will no longer fund an expensive drug…
Territorial Liberals hold leadership convention to replace Yukon premier
WHITEHORSE — The Yukon Liberal Party will choose its next leader today and he or…
Counting the cost of the 1985 Air India bombing tragedy
Monday marks the 40th anniversary of the terrorist attack that destroyed Air India Flight 182.…
People with disabilities concerned proposed Liberal bill will increase federal taxes
HALIFAX — Advocacy groups are asking the federal Liberal government to adjust its proposed tax…
English university students must face ‘shocking’ ideas in a drive to protect free speech on campus
LONDON (AP) — Students at English universities must prepare to confront ideas they find uncomfortable…
Japan’s royal couple mourn A-bomb victims ahead of Hiroshima’s 80th anniversary
TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s Emperor Naruhito paid respects to atomic bombing victims in Hiroshima as…
Israeli travelers stranded in Cyprus by fighting begin return trip by boat
LIMASSOL, Cyprus (AP) — David Agami has been eager to leave Cyprus and get back…
After a whopping sale, the Los Angeles Lakers will no longer be the Buss family business
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Buss family’s decision to sell a controlling stake in the…
Decades after Air India 182 bombing, families fear memories of tragedy are fading
Rob Alexander’s father wasn’t supposed to be on Air India Flight 182 on June 23,…
Voice of America and Radio Farda’s Persian services cover Israel-Iran conflict despite cutbacks
In the early days of Israel’s attack on Iran, U.S.-operated Radio Farda, which broadcasts in…
Maurice Vellekoop wins Trillium Book Award for graphic memoir
TORONTO — Illustrator Maurice Vellekoop has won Ontario’s top literary award for his graphic memoir…
‘Uphill battle’: Wales coach hikes mountain to announce squad for Women’s Euros
Seeking to scale new heights at the Women’s European Championship, Wales coach Rhian Wilkinson hiked…
After a whopping sale, the Los Angeles Lakers will no longer be the Buss family business
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Buss family’s decision to sell a controlling stake in the…
Cardinals play the White Sox after Donovan’s 4-hit game
St. Louis Cardinals (38-35, fourth in the NL Central) vs. Chicago White Sox (23-50, fifth…
TRENDING NOW: Grandma’s DIY eyebrow fail
Their reaction to the results of their DIY efforts has gone viral.
TRENDING NOW: Baby with fake eyebrows
There is probably nothing funnier than putting fake eyebrows on a baby.
TRENDING NOW: We dare you not to laugh
Your challenge, should you choose to accept it, is not to laugh.