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iN PHOTOS: Weird and wacky fruit and veggies in Okanagan, Kamloops
Harvest season in backyard gardens can be filled with quirky surprises.
Why don’t indie theatres show more Canadian films? Industry group blames studios, sort of
TORONTO — A group representing independent Canadian cinemas wants studios to drop an industry practice that it says is keeping…
Clutch moments galore, on friends’ epic road trip from Vancouver to Arctic and back
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VANCOUVER — When Jaden Konishi rolled his 1986 Porsche 944 into Vancouver after an 8,000-kilometre road trip to the Arctic…
Vegfest Kelowna brings wholesome food and education to City Park
Healthier alternatives, eco-friendly materials, and the vegan lifestyle will be celebrated at the 6th annual Vegfest in Kelowna on Sunday,…
While mayor gets headlines, this Kamloops councillor also had a term for the ages
"I am as horrified and over it as anyone else in the community, and possibly more."
How to reset your child’s sleep schedule for back-to-school season
NEW YORK (AP) — After a summer of vacations and late nights, it’s time to set those back-to-school alarms. A…
Ex-BC Mountie who informed gangsters, bought drugs on the job gets 18-month sentence
"He took the bait that his colleagues set for him. He was tempted with opportunities for corruption and he succumbed to that temptation."
A 35% tax increase in Vernon over four years is helping to pay for lots of nice things
From parks to pools Vernon has cool new stuff. It's come at a cost.
West Kelowna’s new mayor strolled into office unopposed, and it’s not that rare in BC
Stephen Johnston gets to skip the election campaign.
Lake Country’s push to charge industry more for water gets support
"We can see how closely water security is connected to the long-term well-being of our communities."
Penticton city councillor found guilty of historic sex crimes
He was found guilty on five of the seven charges.
Judge pauses Hotel Eldorado lakeshore boardwalk dispute with city
Kelowna city hall can't buy its way out of the Hotel Eldorado boardwalk dispute.
In unusual move, BC ministry not identifying suspended teacher who injured student
Teachers' names are normally made public, but not in this case.
‘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...
At least 4 killed as floods inundate more than 16,000 homes in Vietnam
HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — At least four people were killed after heavy rains, floods and landslides inundated more than 16,000 homes in northern and central Vietnam, authorities said Friday. Large areas remain flooded, although rain that has fallen in the...
Lowriding culture celebrated in San Francisco as it receives broader recognition
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Drivers in vehicles built to move low and slow cruised Saturday down San Francisco's Mission Street in celebration of one of the city’s most distinctive cultural traditions: lowriding. Music played as hundreds of customized cars bounced,...
Why it can make more sense to sell BC Bud in Germany than Kelowna
"It's more money in their pocket.”
iN DISCUSSION: A message for Premier Eby as he hints about calling an election
"No one wants an election."
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."
Drought conditions persist across southern B.C. despite recent rainfall
VICTORIA — British Columbia’s southern Interior is facing “entrenched” drought conditions despite recent rainfall. The…
Conservatives in chaos as eight join CentreBC and Eby says no decision on early vote
The self-destruction of the British Columbia Conservatives has birthed a right-of-centre alternative in the provincial…
International Language Academy of Canada shutters over bankruptcy
The International Language Academy of Canada says it has filed for bankruptcy protection and cancelled…
‘Why walk away?’: Emotional Danielle Smith speaks against separation at online forum
CALGARY — An emotional Premier Danielle Smith held back tears Saturday as she recounted a…
Canada’s defence minister calls U.S. deal on Greenland ‘encouraging’
OTTAWA — National Defence Minister David McGuinty says the United States’ deal to boost its…
Ed Sheeran says situation in Gaza is ‘catastrophic and unjustifiable’ as he opens concert
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ed Sheeran opened a concert Saturday with comments about Gaza after controversy…
A state funeral in Hong Kong honors Tung Chee-hwa, the city’s first post-colonial leader
HONG KONG (AP) — A state funeral was held Sunday for Hong Kong’s first post-colonial…
Saudi Arabia says Houthis tried to attack its capital, and other Mideast developments
Saudi Arabia on Saturday confirmed that Yemen’s Houthi rebels tried to attack its capital with…
Why don’t indie theatres show more Canadian films? Industry group blames studios, sort of
TORONTO — A group representing independent Canadian cinemas wants studios to drop an industry practice…
International Language Academy of Canada shutters over bankruptcy
The International Language Academy of Canada says it has filed for bankruptcy protection and cancelled…
Ed Sheeran says situation in Gaza is ‘catastrophic and unjustifiable’ as he opens concert
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ed Sheeran opened a concert Saturday with comments about Gaza after controversy…
Why don’t indie theatres show more Canadian films? Industry group blames studios, sort of
TORONTO — A group representing independent Canadian cinemas wants studios to drop an industry practice…
Paredes’ heroics keep Stampeders in CFL playoff picture, Redblacks drop to 0-13
CALGARY — The Calgary Stampeders stayed in the CFL playoff conversation, thanks to a lengthy…
Joey Logano wins NASCAR race at Bristol as Carson Hocevar, Ryan Blaney fight afterward
BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP) — Joey Logano won the Cup Series race Saturday at Bristol Motor…
Two months after getting cut, Pavin Smith’s game-ending homer gives D-backs playoff hope
PHOENIX (AP) — Torey Lovullo has said the same phrase several times over the past…
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iN VIDEO: Okanagan artists out in full creative force for Lake Country ArtWalk at new location
The 33rd annual Lake Country ArtWalk had a successful weekend at its new location in…