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Threat of wrecking ball at historic Kamloops school revives stagnant debate
"We need to start figuring out what to actually do with that building, and actually make a decision that's long-term instead of piecemeal."
West Kelowna’s new school trustee is fresh out of high school and he says that’s his advantage
“I knew there was a lot that could have been done to better prepare me and lots of other people for life after public education and frankly, I feel like I didn't get that.”
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…
Carney announces national food security strategy meant to expand choice, lower prices
iNhome
OTTAWA — The Liberal government has announced a national food security strategy aimed at giving Canadians more access to locally…
OneBC switched Kamloops locations to avoid security costs but police showed up anyway
Kamloops taxpayers are on the hook for the RCMP and bylaw response to the OneBC rally at a car lot.
‘In our blood’: Canada’s booming Latin American community warms up for World Cup
VANCOUVER — When Ramon Pelayo moved to Canada from Mexico about eight years ago, he had no idea he’d end…
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.
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.
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...
Fire forces evacuation of a Mississippi senior living center and destroys much of the building
CLINTON, Miss. (AP) — A fire tore through a Mississippi senior living center Wednesday, forcing the evacuation of its residents and destroying much of the building that was home to more than 100 people. There were no confirmed casualties, but...
Facing a ban on horse-drawn carriages, Central Park’s drivers fear for their livelihoods
NEW YORK (AP) — The horse-drawn carriages that have cruised through Central Park for more than 150 years are set to be banished soon from New York City, ending an iconic tradition beloved by tourists but long opposed by animal...
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."
Skunk in downtown Vancouver that bit people tests positive for rabies
VANCOUVER — A skunk that bit a number of people in downtown Vancouver has tested…
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 behaving “as if they’ve…
Vigil honours ‘courageous’ soldiers killed, wounded in Wainwright base fire
WAINWRIGHT — Four Canadian flags, one for each soldier killed during training at Canadian Forces…
Skunk in downtown Vancouver that bit people tests positive for rabies
VANCOUVER — A skunk that bit a number of people in downtown Vancouver has tested…
Paul St-Pierre Plamondon sworn in as Quebec premier, unveils cabinet
QUÉBEC — Paul St-Pierre Plamondon was sworn in as Quebec’s 34th premier on Wednesday, bringing…
Women are protesting around Poland for free access to legal abortions
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Women plan street demonstrations in more than 20 Polish cities and…
A city in South Korea seeks new ways to free a huge gray shark after it slips back into canal
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A city in South Korea is trying on Thursday to…
A second female lawmaker in Australia is threatened days after alleged car attack
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — A man has been charged with threatening an Australian lawmaker’s staff…
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 behaving “as if they’ve…
Canadian news publishers worried about Meta’s new terms of service
OTTAWA — Canadian news companies say they’re worried about changes to Meta’s terms of service…
Paweł Pawlikowski, master of the 90-minute movie, returns with ‘Fatherland’
NEW YORK (AP) — Storytelling economy can be in short supply at the movies, but…
Canadian news publishers worried about Meta’s new terms of service
OTTAWA — Canadian news companies say they’re worried about changes to Meta’s terms of service…
Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg calls out Luka Doncic, both on court and after huge loss to Lakers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Yaxel Lendeborg has only played one NBA game, yet he’s already…
Portland fans show love for Damian Lillard in his return to the court with the Trail Blazers
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Damian Lillard is back, in more ways than one. The star…
Cole Knuble scores 2 as Flyers beat Sabres 3-1 for a third straight win
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Rookie forward Cole Knuble scored twice to help the Philadelphia Flyers…
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