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Campfire sparked wildfire in West Kelowna’s Kalamoir Park
"The public is urged to be vigilant, be responsible and be extremely cautious with fire, sparks and sources of heat as we move into wildfire season.”
People ‘bathe’ in nature to get respite from chaotic news cycle
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — For two hours, Claire Jefferies wanted to get away from the war in Iran and the…
iN PHOTOS: Tourists discover magic of historic gem in West Kelowna
“The park provides a glimpse into the lives of an early settler family that helped shape agriculture in the region."
Millions in corporate donations for major Kamloops projects may not come back after delays
"Things were very active and very close to getting deals done, then it went cold because corporations didn't want to back something that maybe the community didn't back."
Scientists captured female sperm whales on video working together during a birth to protect the calf
NEW YORK (AP) — Rare footage of a sperm whale giving birth has offered scientists a window into the behavior…
North Okanagan farmer fined $30,000 for his conduct during irrigation ban
The irrigation ban quickly became political and pitted farmers against the province.
‘This is people’s lives’: Canadian soccer star Quinn continues trans advocacy
VANCOUVER — A Canadian soccer star is speaking out about the need to make sports safe for trans athletes —…
Worker stopping traffic nets Kelowna traffic control company $45,000 fine
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The worker knew they weren't suppose to do it, but said there was no other way.
RCMP bust up Kelowna drug trafficking network
“We remain focused on disrupting mid- to high-level drug traffickers and organized crime groups to reduce the significant harm they cause in our community."
North Okanagan farmers may see some relief after drastic water restrictions
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"In terms of looking after farmers, tourism doesn't happen if you don't have orchards and vineyards."
At 50, Vernon man turns passion for comics into profession
In an online world, people want physical media.
Football vs. football: How the World Cup created Touchdown Kelowna
"So it worked out really well for Kelowna that we were able to be the host city for their couple of games.”
North Okanagan farmers may see some relief after drastic water restrictions
"In terms of looking after farmers, tourism doesn't happen if you don't have orchards and vineyards."
Housing crisis is a driver of domestic violence and school dropouts: think tank
MONTRÉAL — A Quebec think tank says the province's housing crisis is a driver of domestic violence and negatively affects school dropout rates.On Thursday, the Observatoire québécois des inégalités published the third instalment of a study analyzing the consequences of...
Worker stopping traffic nets Kelowna traffic control company $45,000 fine
The worker knew they weren't suppose to do it, but said there was no other way.
Police in B.C. seize multiple kilograms of illicit drugs in multi-month operation
SURREY — Organized crime investigators in British Columbia say a multi-month effort against a drug-trafficking operation has yielded the discovery of multiple kilograms of illicit drugs in Metro Vancouver.Police say the investigation began last October against the group that's suspected...
iN DISCUSSION: NDP appears to be more hindrance than help for BC housing initiatives
We're supposed to be streamlining developments like Ignition's plan for the Tranquille property in Kamloops.
THOMPSON: War or humanitarian aid? Trump chose war
"Nobel-Prize-winning economists and other experts agree that the cost of the war with Iran to Americans - even if it stops this year - will exceed $1 Trillion, that’s Trillion. And, more people will die, unnecessarily."
iN DISCUSSION: The media’s double standard on the Kamloops residential school graves
"The First Nations that sent their children to that school owe neither me nor you anything."
Environment Canada issues tornado watch for Prince George, B.C.
PRINCE GEORGE — Environment Canada issued a tornado watch for a section of central B.C.…
Ammonia leak at B.C. ice rink triggers shelter-in-place order, but no one hurt
LANGLEY — The City of Langley says an ammonia gas leak at an ice rink…
Environment Canada issues tornado watch for Prince George, B.C.
PRINCE GEORGE — Environment Canada issued a tornado watch for a section of central B.C.…
B.C. nurses vote 67 per cent to reject tentative deal reached by union and employer
VANCOUVER — Members of the union representing 60,000 British Columbia nurses have voted to reject…
Ottawa adding $5.4B for child care; provinces, advocates had warned progress at risk
The federal government is giving provinces and territories an additional $5.4 billion over two years…
As Juneteenth is celebrated across the US, Obama’s presidential center opens in Chicago
DALLAS (AP) — As people gathered across the U.S. to celebrate Juneteenth on Friday, former…
Without the injured Christian Pulisic, US beats Australia 2-0 to advance to World Cup knockout round
SEATTLE (AP) — Christian Pulisic’s injury absence didn’t hurt the Americans one bit. The U.S.…
Soccer fans around the world watch the World Cup, in photos
Around the world, soccer fans are gathering in homes, stadium plazas, and public viewing venues…
Red Chris mine in B.C. expands with safety in mind after previous collapse
VANCOUVER — The operator of the Red Chris gold and copper mine in northwestern B.C.…
Ottawa imposes 10 per cent tariffs on some canned vegetable imports
OTTAWA — The federal government is levying a temporary 10 per cent tariff on some…
When gruesome injuries happen, TV producers have to make tough calls on the fly
Television producers are always thinking on their feet during a live sporting event. It’s when…
Brazilian soccer fans at the World Cup heed warning not to dress Rocky statue in team gear
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Brazil fans who went the distance up the Philadelphia Museum of Art…
Ismael Saibari scores in second minute to lift Morocco over Scotland 1-0 at the World Cup
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Ismael Saibari scored only 72 seconds into the game and Morocco…
Jing Yan shoots 66 at breezy Blythefield to take Meijer LPGA Classic lead
BELMONT, Mich. (AP) — Jing Yan shot a 6-under 66 on Friday to take the…
Alex Freeman, 21-year-old son of NFL standout Antonio Freeman, scores for US in World Cup win
SEATTLE (AP) — Alex Freeman may not have one-upped his famous father yet, but he…
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