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Three Thompson-Okanagan MLAs who shook the balance of power in BC
The BC Conservatives was steadily reshaped as each left the party over 18 months, and one returned.
‘Irrelevant party’: OneBC didn’t impact BC Conservative leads in Kamloops, Okanagan
“We entered this election as the unapologetically conservative choice on the ballot and we make no apologies for that.”
Cowichan Tribes to propose solution protecting private property in January: lawyer
VICTORIA — The lawyer for the Cowichan Tribes said they will make a proposal in January that protects private property…
BC NDP says Kelowna Centre close enough that mail-in ballots could change the result
“We're in basically the same scenario.”
iN VIDEO: Okanagan Businesses spark conversation at BizExpo 2026
The Laurel Packinghouse opened Friday morning with many businesses set up for BizExpo 2026, a…
iN PHOTOS: Elusive, stealthy bobcats caught on cameras in Thompson-Okanagan
Being nocturnal, solitary creatures it isn’t common to see one.
Kelowna has its own gang enforcement task force
The Kelowna Gang Enforcement Team was made permanent more than a month ago.
iN VIDEO: Vernon explores wellness and health at Vernon Wellness Fair
The Vernon Recreation Centre was filled with 76 different vendors this weekend for the annual…
Weekend strike shuts Highland Valley Copper mine near Kamloops
“Our members sent an unmistakable message that they are united and prepared to stand up for the contract they deserve."
Sun Peaks Alpine Club brings Oktoberfest celebration to Kamloops
The Sun Peaks Alpine Club is bringing a taste of Oktoberfest to Kamloops with an evening of Bavarian food, beer, entertainment and fundraising. The celebration takes place Saturday, October 24, at Columbo Lodge, with guests encouraged to embrace the theme...
Many feared trapped as a tall building collapses in Kenya
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Many people were feared trapped as a tall building collapsed Friday in Kenya’s capital, leaving a huge mound of concrete and more than a dozen floors stacked like pancakes, with little space between them. The building...
Fun, free and indispensable: The value of BC’s durable inland car ferries
"Yea, slowly they get decommissioned. They wanted to do that to the McLure ferry in 2003 but the wildfire happened and they realized how vital it was and the provincial government removed the axe over its head.”
Indonesia seizes over 2 tons of narcotics in one of the country’s largest drug busts
BELAWAN, Indonesia (AP) — Authorities in Indonesia have seized 1.2 tons of liquid methamphetamine in Aceh and intercepted a vessel carrying 1.16 tons of ketamine off Sumatra in two major drug operations, officials said Friday. Authorities raided a clandestine drug...
iN DISCUSSION: Which change did BC voters really vote for?
"The NDP took a beating, and the Conservatives have a strong majority but ballot boxes are notoriously blunt communication tools."
iN DISCUSSION: How about some kindness for those incumbents who lost
What surprised you the most about the municipal elections?
iN DISCUSSION: Local elections worth your time and consideration
"Voter turnout in local elections is often laughably, sadly low."
B.C. RCMP major crimes officer charged over child sexual abuse material
VICTORIA — An RCMP major crimes officer in British Columbia has been charged with offences…
Galloway success disappeared ‘almost overnight’ following assault claims: publisher
VANCOUVER — A publisher for Steven Galloway’s books has testified that the author became persona…
EU representative praises closer work with Canada on vaccines as U.S. pulls back
OTTAWA — The European Union is working more closely with Canada on creating, stockpiling and…
Canada, UAE sign free trade deal, agree to extradition treaty talks
OTTAWA — Canada and the United Arab Emirates signed a free trade deal on Tuesday…
First Nations have ‘every right’ to be skeptical of major projects office: Farrell
OTTAWA — The head of the federal government’s major projects office said Tuesday First Nations…
Hunter Biden laptop issue resurfaces as judge scolds prosecutors over case against ex-FBI officials
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge on Tuesday scolded the Justice Department for its unorthodox…
Serial killer Ted Bundy is linked to another Utah teenager’s 1974 killing through DNA testing
DNA connects serial killer Ted Bundy to the death of another Utah teenager, authorities announced…
Jordan and Syria form a joint probe after Jordanian strikes targeting IS kill civilians in Syria
AL-TUFF, Syria (AP) — Jordan and Syria agreed Tuesday to form a joint committee to…
Canada, UAE sign free trade deal, agree to extradition treaty talks
OTTAWA — Canada and the United Arab Emirates signed a free trade deal on Tuesday…
‘Ready to win’: Canada’s five Eurovision hopefuls make their pitches for your votes
TORONTO — Montreal dance-pop artist Rêve has spent years watching Eurovision’s over-the-top performances from her…
King Charles III arrives in Bahamas for official Caribbean trip as slavery reparation demands grow
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — King Charles III arrived in the Bahamas on Tuesday…
‘Ready to win’: Canada’s five Eurovision hopefuls make their pitches for your votes
TORONTO — Montreal dance-pop artist Rêve has spent years watching Eurovision’s over-the-top performances from her…
Arsenal loses to 4th-tier Fleetwood on penalties in English League Cup stunner
Arsenal was beaten by fourth-tier Fleetwood Town in a penalty shootout in one of the…
Raiders activate Dont’e Thornton Jr. off injured reserve and waive Jonah Laulu
HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — The Raiders activated Dont’e Thornton Jr. off injured reserve Tuesday, giving…
Argonauts sign QB Chad Kelly to five-year extension worth over $1M a year
TORONTO — Chad Kelly has again reset the quarterback market in the CFL. The Toronto…
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iN VIDEO: Okanagan Businesses spark conversation at BizExpo 2026
The Laurel Packinghouse opened Friday morning with many businesses set up for BizExpo 2026, a…
iN VIDEO: Vernon explores wellness and health at Vernon Wellness Fair
The Vernon Recreation Centre was filled with 76 different vendors this weekend for the annual…