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June 18, 2025 06:06:00
How pediatric jobs at KGH stack up against the competition
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.
WorkSafeBC won’t confirm investigations into Kamloops mayor
Despite the city's suggestions of multiple investigations, WorkSafeBC said "revealing the existence of such records would unreasonably invade the personal privacy of third parties."
$1.5B copper mine expansion near Logan Lake passes environmental assessment
An environmental plan for a massive copper mine near Logan Lake has been approved for…
RCMP hope someone recognizes suspect in Penticton counterfeit case
Do you know this woman suspected of using counterfeit cash?
Vernon RCMP search for stolen car connected to recent crimes
"It may still be driving around but there’s a very good chance it has been parked or left abandoned somewhere."
Three iconic Canadian rock bands making stop in Penticton this fall
"This tour is a rock lover’s dream come true. Finger Eleven, Headstones and The Tea Party have never toured the country together."
How controversial Okanagan MLA Tara Armstrong got herself a raise
Armstrong's raise as house leader is $11,953, or 10 per cent.
iN VIDEO: South Okanagan camper has close encounter with flying squirrel family
Oliver resident Donna-Lee Arnold was camping at nearby Sawmill Lake earlier this month when she…
Province wants to seize alleged Montreal sex trafficker’s BMW after Kamloops arrest
He was arrested for his alleged role in gang-related Quebec killings, but it's ties to the sex trade that has authorities seeking to seize his BMW SUV.
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.
G7 leaders agree to ‘charter’ on wildfires, pledging global co-operation
BANFF — Leaders of the G7 have agreed to co-operate on efforts to manage the…
Teck receives provincial certificate for to extend B.C. Interior copper mine
Vancouver-based mining company Teck Resources says it has received an environmental assessment certificate from the…
Canadian population growth continued to slow with almost no increase in Q1: StatCan
OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says population growth stalled in the first quarter. The agency says…
LGBTQ refugee group says number of requests for help has increased
OTTAWA — An organization that helps LGBTQ+ people file refugee claims says it has seen…
Carney guided the G7 through the ‘diplomatic Rockies,’ says expert
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney pulled off a successful performance hosting the G7 summit…
Israel strikes Iran’s nuclear sites and kills top generals. Iran retaliates with missile barrages
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Israel launched blistering attacks on the heart of Iran’s…
Astronomers create a dazzling, elaborate map of nearby galaxy in thousands of colors
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Astronomers have revealed a nearby spiral galaxy in all its…
Hurricane Erick forms off Mexico’s Pacific coast and threatens to bring flooding and mudslides
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Hurricane Erick formed Wednesday in the Pacific Ocean on a forecast…
Canadian population growth continued to slow with almost no increase in Q1: StatCan
OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says population growth stalled in the first quarter. The agency says…
Teck receives provincial certificate for to extend B.C. Interior copper mine
Vancouver-based mining company Teck Resources says it has received an environmental assessment certificate from the…
Francesco Risso leaves Marni after a decade as creative director in another fashion world shakeup
MILAN (AP) — Francesco Risso is stepping down as Marni creative director after a decade,…
Fans of Irish band Kneecap surround a London court as rapper Mo Chara faces a terror-related charge
LONDON (AP) — Fans of the Irish-language hip-hop group Kneecap mobbed sidewalks outside a London…
Last year’s Wimbledon finalist Jasmine Paolini beaten by Ons Jabeur in first grass match of 2025
BERLIN (AP) — Last year’s Wimbledon runner-up Jasmine Paolini got off to a losing start…
Russian athletes excluded from luge at 2026 Winter Olympics by the sport’s governing body
TAMPERE, Finland (AP) — Russian luge athletes are excluded from competing at the 2026 Winter…
Itoje to captain Lions for first time in tour opener against Argentina
DUBLIN (AP) — Maro Itoje will captain the British & Irish Lions for the first…
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.
TRENDING NOW: Barking at your dog
It’s a funny thing, barking at your dog. When you speak their language, not knowing…