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BC teacher suspended for trying to play matchmaker for students
He told two students they would “make a good couple” and should meet.
If Alberta leaves Canada, it will need up to $170B and 70,000 civil servants: report
EDMONTON — A report released Wednesday by the Alberta government says if the province wants to separate from Canada, it…
EU head tells Carney she wants Canada as bloc’s first ‘associate member’
STRASBOURG, FRANCE — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Wednesday she wants Canada to become the first “associate…
From investment buzz to building: Canada’s major projects face hurdles, experts say
OTTAWA — Canada’s inaugural investment summit created a buzz that the country is open for business, but experts say the…
iN VIDEO: Penticton Night Market gets ready to finish successful summer market season
The Penticton Night Market had a strong run this summer, with a variety of fun…
Candlelight Concert Series brings live music to Kamloops
Music lovers in Kamloops can experience live performances in a different setting as the Candlelight…
Art, Culture, and Community come together for the 4th annual Sundog Festival in Vernon
Fall is welcomed with arts, music, and cultural festivities as the 4th annual Sundog Festival…
Controversial ParentsVoice political slate absent from local election campaign
In 2022, the organization ran a slate of candidates in Kelowna and Vernon and across the province.
Kamloops mayoral candidate proposes alternative to Hamer-Jackson’s treatment ranch
It's being sold as a one-stop-shop for homeless and addictions supports.
BC prison ordered to pay incarcerated veteran over denial of PTSD drugs
Incarcerated individuals still require discrimination-free services.
‘Appetizing’ stores are the quieter, less famous sibling of the Jewish deli
NEW YORK (AP) — In traditional Jewish American food culture, a “deli” was where you went for a towering pastrami sandwich. You went somewhere else entirely to buy lox and a schmear: an " appetizing store.” The quieter, less famous...
Federal prosecutors charge 3 in alleged $12M homelessness aid fraud in Southern California
Three people were charged by federal authorities in Los Angeles on Wednesday with stealing $12 million in federal and state homelessness aid dollars to buy real estate, go on luxury trips and buy vintage vehicles. This is the second such...
Trump criticizes Canada over drugs but leaves it off list of drug-producing countries
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump is again accusing Canada of not doing enough to clamp down on drugs — but did not include it in a list of major drug-producing countries released Wednesday."After four years of open border chaos,...
Why it can make more sense to sell BC Bud in Germany than Kelowna
"It's more money in their pocket.”
iN DISCUSSION: Getting cold feet about Daylight Saving Time
"We won't see sunlight at times this winter until nearly 9 a.m."
iN DISCUSSION: How America has squandered good will from 9/11
"You perhaps forget the fact that 'our' includes everyone in this country. Mayors are not just responsible to people with means, but to everyone who lives in their jurisdiction. Maybe looking at it from that angle would help in finding answers?"
iN DISCUSSION: Did not watering your lawn help? Not as much as you’d think
"It’s been a weird summer with the water restrictions where I live in the Okanagan."
B.C. law students begin taking course instead of bar exam as Ontario considers switch
While the jury’s still out on a proposal to replace the Ontario bar exam with…
Eby says NDP needs to be ‘election ready’ in B.C., but offers no date
SURREY — British Columbia Premier David Eby says he’s told his legislators that they need…
If Alberta leaves Canada, it will need up to $170B and 70,000 civil servants: report
EDMONTON — A report released Wednesday by the Alberta government says if the province wants…
B.C. law students begin taking course instead of bar exam as Ontario considers switch
While the jury’s still out on a proposal to replace the Ontario bar exam with…
Trump criticizes Canada over drugs but leaves it off list of drug-producing countries
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WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump is again accusing Canada of not doing enough to…
Iowa Republicans in battleground House races vote to halt Trump’s ability to continue the Iran war
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Two congressional Republicans in battleground Iowa districts, including one who…
Trump to campaign in North Carolina rally with his handpicked Senate nominee Michael Whatley
President Donald Trump is traveling to North Carolina for a campaign rally Wednesday evening with…
Trump-aligned groups are pouring money into the midterm races
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Big money groups aligned with President Donald Trump are pouring…
If Alberta leaves Canada, it will need up to $170B and 70,000 civil servants: report
EDMONTON — A report released Wednesday by the Alberta government says if the province wants…
Trump criticizes Canada over drugs but leaves it off list of drug-producing countries
iNwheels
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump is again accusing Canada of not doing enough to…
Fencing goes up around the main Kennedy Center building after Trump-aligned board votes to close it
WASHINGTON (AP) — Fencing went up Wednesday around the main Kennedy Center building, a day…
Annie Dillard, Pulitzer-winning author of ‘Pilgrim at Tinker Creek,’ dies at 81
NEW YORK (AP) — Annie Dillard, the Pulitzer-Prize winning author and essayist renowned for her…
Stefanski not ready to announce Falcons starting QB against Carolina as Penix nears his return
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — As Atlanta Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday he’s not…
Clarke Schmidt rejoins the Yankees as a reliever after a 14-month rehab following elbow surgery
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The New York Yankees returned right-handed pitcher Clarke Schmidt from his rehabilitation…
Bills set to open new stadium hosting the Lions in a primetime matchup
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The new car smell of the Buffalo Bills’ Highmark Stadium…
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