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Kelowna’s OneBC candidate isn’t really running to win
“Perhaps the way that (Dallas Brodie) says things could be more tactful."
Kamloops Blazers return home for two WHL matchups at Sandman Centre
The sound of skates cutting across the ice and fans cheering from the stands will fill Sandman Centre again as…
New Kelowna councillor is about to find out ‘how hard could it be’
“Just give me a few weeks. Wait and see.”
Where to find late, lauded Kelowna artist Geert Maas’s work
The celebrated sculptor left his mark on the region he called home for more than 40 years.
What’s the deal with Kelowna’s roller disco fever
iNwheels
“It's this great feeling of freedom, just being able to cruise around on the wheels."
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. All times Eastern: 1:56 a.m. Australia scores a 2-0…
Playing hip-hop or Doris Day, older exercise instructors can speak their peers’ language
SEATTLE (AP) — Bengie Santos was a dancer and choreographer for 30 years before reaching an age when most artists…
New West Kelowna water system still limping on temporary fix two years later
"It's like ripping a scab off an old wound, but at the end of the day we had a mechanical failure and it led to this challenge in our distribution network."
Last chance to shop Kamloops Farmers’ Market as outdoor season winds down
There are only two Wednesday markets left before the Kamloops Farmers’ Market wraps up its…
iN PHOTOS: Tiny sparrows use big tactics to survive and thrive
A common tactic for sparrows is pretending to have a broken wing to lure predators away from nests.
Okanagan doubles number of women mayors; still not close to parity
It seems like a lot. It's really not.
Out with the old: Voters ditch sitting politicians in Kamloops, Okanagan
Kamloops saw the highest municipal election voter turnout in the Thompson-Okanagan region which saw incumbent mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson place fourth.
Social media stunts that paid off (or didn’t) in Kamloops, Kelowna election campaigns
"I’ve had people tell me I need to focus on traditional aspects of campaigning, but I ultimately lead with my gut feeling."
B.C. restaurant Baan Lao wins best in North America award for 2026
RICHMOND — A Richmond, B.C., restaurant has been named the best in North America by a global hospitality and culinary industries group, in a first for a Canadian establishment.Baan Lao Fine Thai Cuisine has been named North America's Best Restaurant...
iN NUMBERS: Outliers in Okanagan, Kamloops real estate market
Are you in the market for something out of the ordinary?
Driver is fatally shot while crossing the George Washington Bridge
NEW YORK (AP) — A 46-year-old man was shot and killed while driving across the George Washington Bridge near the end of the evening rush, snarling traffic for hours on the busy span that connects New York City and New...
Prosecutors probing deaths of 2 Ole Miss students charge shop clerk, son with selling illegal kratom
Federal authorities investigating the deaths of two University of Mississippi students have charged a store clerk and his son with selling an illegal kratom product, prosecutors announced Friday. A drug task force in Mississippi had previously urged people to avoid...
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."
JONESIE: Kamloops voters have one real job this election, but one more big consideration
"One of Reid's better character defects is his relentlessness. He won’t take no, he’ll never quit and that sounds awfully admirable until you realize that's a trait he only shares with those dogs that can’t stop chewing their own feet."
New southern resident killer whale calf spotted in waters near B.C.
FRIDAY HARBOR — The endangered southern resident killer whale population has increased by one after…
Eby says Conservatives acting like they’ve won B.C. election, as Doerkson fundraises
SURREY — NDP Leader David Eby says the B.C. Conservatives are “conducting themselves as if…
Carney appoints astronaut Jeremy Hansen to advise government on new space strategy
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed Jeremy Hansen as a special adviser on…
Carney isn’t ruling out a Quebec-style immigration deal for Alberta
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney is not ruling out giving Alberta more authority over…
U.S. embassy accuses Canadian politicians of interfering in American elections
OTTAWA — The U.S. embassy in Canada has released a list of quotes from Canadian…
6 people have been arrested for allegedly running a marriage fraud ring, federal authorities say
Wedding rings were exchanged, and photos of a smiling bride and well-dressed groom made it…
Idaho prosecutor says he’ll seek the death penalty for a mom charged with murder in twins’ deaths
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho prosecutor is seeking the death penalty against a woman…
Maine Sen. Collins enlists ex-Democratic colleague Manchin in effort to highlight her independence
LEWISTON, Maine (AP) — Maine Republican Susan Collins has promoted her reputation as one of…
Canadian food bank use hits 2.3 million monthly visits due to grocery costs: report
TORONTO — Kerry Holt never expected she’d become a food bank client. After losing her…
Carney, Ford unveil $9B plan to support industries hit by tariff war
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford unveiled an $8.7-billion joint…
Publisher cuts ties with Quebec author after saying it found evidence of AI use
MONTREAL — A Quebec publishing house is cutting ties with author Thélyson Orélien after saying…
Most Canadian actors earn less than $20K per year from screen work, survey finds
TORONTO — Most Canadian actors can’t pay the bills through onscreen work alone, according to…
Jets WR Adonai Mitchell returns for limited practice as he works toward comeback from finger surgery
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — New York Jets wide receiver Adonai Mitchell returned to practice…
China slips by the U.S. to earn gold in the women’s team final at the world gymnastics championships
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands (AP) — The U.S. women’s gymnastics team’s long run of dominance at the…
Steinbrenner blames Yankees players for lack of World Series title, defends Boone and Cashman
Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner blamed New York’s players for the team’s failure to win the…
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