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Why one North Okanagan town is now facing triple election 2026
They'll be two seats up for grabs.
‘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.”
Cliff Fletcher, who led Flames to the Cup and revived Maple Leafs, dead at 90
TORONTO — NHL executive Cliff Fletcher, who led the Calgary Flames to a Stanley Cup victory in 1989 and later…
Suspension for BC teacher who called student a ‘gangster wannabe’
He accused another students of selling drugs.
Liberals’ grocery benefit payments start for eligible Canadians today
OTTAWA — One of the federal Liberals’ flagship affordability measures will start landing in the bank accounts of eligible Canadians…
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."
Professional scarer found her inner creature at Field of Screams
"It was so unlike me that it became me a little bit.”
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."
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…
Prime Minister Carney says it’s time to move ‘beyond’ the Indian Act
OTTAWA — A historic meeting between Prime Minister Mark Carney, premiers and First Nations was…
In the news today: Chow re-elected, MAID bill tabled, Eurovision finalists named
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Dementia doctors, provinces differ on question of advance consent in MAID
TORONTO — As the federal government prepares to table new legislation that would allow advance…
United Arab Emirates, Canada to share details of strategic partnership today
OTTAWA — Abu Dhabi’s crown prince is in Ottawa for meetings today as Canada and…
Voters in Israel are deciding whether to oust Netanyahu after 3 years of war
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israelis are voting in a pivotal election Tuesday as their country wrestles…
Colorado’s glaciers thinned dramatically due to record low snow and heat in 2026
DENVER (AP) — The most prominent glaciers in Colorado thinned dramatically over the past year…
Localized ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump starts as Nordic leaders speak to Putin and Zelenskyy
MYKOLAIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia and Ukraine began observing a localized ceasefire in a devastated…
Soccer star Kylian Mbappé apologizes for remark about ‘Chinese dictator’
BEIJING (AP) — Soccer star Kylian Mbappé apologized for comments in which he apparently referred…
Canada’s Eurovision finalists to be announced today by CBC
TORONTO — Who will be Canada’s first Eurovision star? The musical acts vying to represent…
After pushback, the Dutch reverse course and withdraw from Eurovision again
AMSTERDAM (AP) — The Netherlands announced on Tuesday that it was withdrawing from participating in…
Andrea Bocelli concerts in Indonesia to proceed despite opposition from Muslim clerics
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Two upcoming concerts by Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli in Indonesia will…
Man United manager Carrick to keep job for next Premier League game at Chelsea
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is now set for a game-by-game…
Argonauts sign QB Chad Kelly to five-year extension reportedly worth $1M a year
TORONTO — The Toronto Argonauts have signed starter Chad Kelly to a five-year extension. The…
England hopes dashed as Sri Lanka thumps Pakistan to reach tri-series final
LAHORE, Pakistan (AP) — A rejuvenated Sri Lanka routed Pakistan by eight wickets on Tuesday…
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iN VIDEO: Vernon explores wellness and health at Vernon Wellness Fair
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