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Campfires banned in Okanagan, Kamloops this Friday
Campfires will be banned throughout the Kamloops Fire Centre until October.
After more than 150 years, the RCMP’s Musical Ride is still a living symbol of Canada
OTTAWA — The RCMP’s celebrated Musical Ride is almost as old as Canada itself. Speaking at the RCMP stables east…
Kamloops CAOs were paid $1.12M last year
With a pair of salaries and a settlement agreement, the cost of chief administrative officers in Kamloops was unusually high.
Shuswap dentist pleads guilty to sending harassing messages, breaching court order
He's already been fined $100,000 and sent to jail.
Thunderstorm watch to cap off a dry June for Kamloops, Okanagan
"Some of them have a risk of a thunderstorm in there as well, more so for tonight.”
Kelowna biker did 253 km/h in a 60 zone, but court says 10 months jail too harsh
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He also filmed himself going 180 km/h in downtown Kelowna.
On average, Kelowna prolific offender committed offence every 11.5 days
The 43-year-old has close to 100 convictions.
RBC suing Universal Ostrich Farm owner over historic unpaid debt
Despite raising $300,000 in crowdfunding numerous creditor haven't been paid.
Floor-crossing Penticton MLA Boultbee accused of betraying constituents
The MLA elected as a BC Conservative has helped bolster the NDP's majority.
Touchdown Kelowna part of strong start to peak tourist season
“One business I ran into said, ‘we're anticipating a $10,000 day,’ and that's pretty great for a restaurant for one day.”
West Kelowna police arrest suspect in weekend grass fire
“Information provided by witnesses played a significant role in helping officers quickly identify and locate the suspect.”
Kelowna couple suing Airbnb over eviction, surveillance
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Airbnb "weaponized their corporate infrastructure" to enable their eviction, according to the lawsuit.
Anissa Helou’s new book of recipes from Lebanon spotlights villages scarred by war
BALLOUNEH, Lebanon (AP) — Before becoming one of the Middle East’s most acclaimed cooks and food writers, Anissa Helou had no intention of either path. She entered the world of cooking and writing almost by accident when she was in...
Liberals shut down debate over proposed probe into B.C. condo buyout plan
OTTAWA — Liberal MPs shut down a Conservative attempt to have the House of Commons ethics committee investigate the government's plan to turn unsold condos into affordable housing in British Columbia.The Liberal government joined with the B.C. government last month...
Gangster Bishnoi charged with ordering Nijjar hit in B.C. as U.S. announces arrests
LOS ANGELES — The U.S. Justice Department says 24 suspects around the world, three of them in Canada, have been arrested in connection with offences by India-based organized crime groups, including the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in...
Court documents allege link between Project South investigation, Ryan Wedding case
TORONTO — Newly released court documents are shedding more light on the alleged link between a sweeping police corruption probe in Ontario and the case of former Canadian Olympian Ryan Wedding, who is accused of running an international drug trafficking...
iN DISCUSSION: Amelia Boultbee’s astounding political journey
"I'll be shocked if she's still on the ballot for the NDP by the next election."
THOMPSON: Running out of gas is something you do once
"It’s embarrassing - at best - to run out of fuel…cars swerving and people yelling insults as they pass…as if you intended your stupidity."
iN DISCUSSION: What to do for those who don’t like news
"One reader persistently tells me "there is way too much political topics" here and they are looking for more 'simple good feeling stuff'."
Ottawa to invest up to $400 million in Teck critical minerals smelter in B.C.
The federal government will invest up to $400 million into Teck Resources Ltd.’s critical minerals…
Liberals shut down debate over proposed probe into B.C. condo buyout plan
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OTTAWA — Liberal MPs shut down a Conservative attempt to have the House of Commons…
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
The latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada. All times are Eastern: 3:05…
Ottawa to invest up to $400 million in Teck critical minerals smelter in B.C.
The federal government will invest up to $400 million into Teck Resources Ltd.’s critical minerals…
Liberals shut down debate over proposed probe into B.C. condo buyout plan
iNhome
OTTAWA — Liberal MPs shut down a Conservative attempt to have the House of Commons…
Investigator says video shows defendant going onto roof to kill Charlie Kirk
PROVO, Utah (AP) — The man charged with killing Charlie Kirk strolled Utah Valley University…
Platner should drop out of Maine’s US Senate race after sexual assault allegation, Sanders says
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Sen. Bernie Sanders on Tuesday became the latest and most notable…
Democrats’ narrow path to Senate majority gets rockier as Platner faces sexual assault allegation
A new accusation that Graham Platner once sexually assaulted a woman he was dating has…
Ottawa to invest up to $400 million in Teck critical minerals smelter in B.C.
The federal government will invest up to $400 million into Teck Resources Ltd.’s critical minerals…
Rogers closes six radio stations including Sportsnet in Vancouver, Calgary
Rogers Sports and Media is shutting down its Sportsnet 650 radio station in Vancouver and…
Quebec actor Marc Messier, known for role in ‘Les Boys’ franchise, dies at 78
MONTREAL — Quebec actor Marc Messier has died at the age of 78. Messier left…
Rogers closes six radio stations including Sportsnet in Vancouver, Calgary
Rogers Sports and Media is shutting down its Sportsnet 650 radio station in Vancouver and…
AHL’s Hamilton Hammers introduce Jay McKee as head coach, unveil jerseys
HAMILTON — New Hammers head coach Jay McKee wants to implement a “relentless” playing style…
Lionel Messi’s Argentina defeats Egypt 3-2 and Switzerland meets Colombia at World Cup, in photos
Argentina opened the round of 16 action at the World Cup on Tuesday by defeating…
Belgium gets ‘justice’ for Balogun playing with 4-1 win over US to reach World Cup quarterfinals
SEATTLE (AP) — Shortly after Romelu Lukaku scored the goal that capped a commanding 4-1…
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Rock the Lake turns up the volume
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