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April 12 2026 04:00 AM
‘Riddled with rats’: New Vernon company getting into a growing industry
iNhome
“It’s a disgusting job and a lot of it has been about just manning up and getting under there, but we absolutely love it."
Knock, knock, who’s there? B.C. biologists identify unique sounds of 8 fish species
There are grunts and growls, knocks and croaks — but the wild sounds detected by a team of British Columbia…
Alberta man’s Mercedes impounded for going 160 km/h in Kootenays
iNwheels
“The maximum speed of a North American elk is about 70 km/h, so they are just as athletic as they are majestic, but if you feel the need to get away, you still have plenty of room to spare in a 100 km/h zone.”
The Latest: Minnesota prosecutor asks public to share Renee Good shooting evidence with her office
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty on Friday called on members of the public to send any video or other evidence…
BC man jailed for two killings first ruled accidents
They both might have been murder charges if not for errors in the investigations at the outset.
Unemployment rate jumps to 6.8% as more workers look for jobs
OTTAWA — Statistics Canada said a surge in workers rejoining the labour force pushed the unemployment rate higher to end…
Business owners in downtown Kelowna call for help 200 times a week
“That's not unusual. That's most usual.”
These are the little Thompson-Okanagan birds eating all your grass seed
iNhome
“I’ve tried everything. I’ve tried hanging sparkly things in the backyard to scare them away and putting the sprinkler on but it doesn’t matter, they’ll literally come in and eat every seed you put down."
Vernon nurse suspended for swiping narcotics from work
Her penalty was harsher than other nurses who did the same thing.
iN NUMBERS: BCers split when it comes to doctors objecting to MAID based on beliefs
There were 680 medically-assisted deaths in the Interior Health region in 2024.
What’s happening downstream of low snowpack in the Okanagan
"How serious that looks in part depends on management decisions and what the different local water providers do. And also, just if there is rain.”
South Okanagan residents to vote on water system and $33 million loan for repairs
“Since learning that I may lose my home, many nights I can't sleep, and my skin has broken out with itchy hives.”
Cast your vote for most anticipated movie at Enderby’s Starlight Drive-In
iNwheels
On the ballot are upcoming releases like The Devil Wears Prada 2, Toy Story 5, The Odyssey, Spider-Man Brand New Day, and Minions and Monsters, or you can vote to see more of the classics.
Sobeys recalls some products containing cheese over listeria risk
Grocery store giant Sobeys is recalling a number of products containing cheese because of possible listeria contamination.A notice from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency says the products are sold in every province except Quebec at Sobeys and its banner stores,...
‘Riddled with rats’: New Vernon company getting into a growing industry
“It’s a disgusting job and a lot of it has been about just manning up and getting under there, but we absolutely love it."
Trump approves disaster requests for at least 7 states. Others await aid decisions
The Trump administration approved major disaster declaration requests for at least seven states this week, according to information released Saturday by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, allowing affected communities to access federal support. About 15 requests for assistance from others...
Photo gallery: A decade of death — B.C. counts drug emergency’s cost
Next week marks the 10th anniversary of the declaration of a public health emergency in response to British Columbia's drug overdose crisis, which has since claimed more than 18,000 lives. Grieving friends and families, former policy makers, medical workers and...
April 10 2026 12:00 PM
iN DISCUSSION: Stop giving our social media overlords so much power
Check out this new Canadian-owned social media platform.
April 06 2026 12:00 PM
THOMPSON: The plight of Black women in America
"While Black men and other men of colour suffer from a deck stacked against them - and it is true that women face more discrimination than men - it is Black women and other women of colour who suffer the most today."
April 01 2026 12:00 PM
iN DISCUSSION: Should voters be able to recall municipal politicians?
"He's left more than a few folks wondering who the real Peter Milobar is."
City spokesperson says Crystal Pool is safe again, but remains closed until Tuesday
VICTORIA — All eight people taken to hospital Friday after two chemicals combined to create…
Conservative leadership hopeful Milobar changes campaign manager after investigation
VICTORIA — Peter Milobar will be without his longtime campaign manager during the final stretch…
April 12 2026 06:50 AM
Think big: Canada should be open to risks as it invests in space, professor says
Canadians passionate about their country’s role in space say investments in homegrown astronauts and businesses…
April 12 2026 05:31 AM
Palestinian man who donated a kidney in 2023 may be ineligible for refugee claim
OTTAWA — Mohammed Al Hindi is a Palestinian refugee claimant whose application is now at…
April 12 2026 03:00 AM
Quebecers are about to find out who will replace François Legault as premier
Quebecers will find out Sunday who will become their next premier after the Coalition Avenir…
April 12 2026 07:30 AM
The Latest: Trump directs US Navy to blockade the Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday the U.S. Navy will “immediately” begin a blockade to…
April 12 2026 07:30 AM
Trump threatens Strait of Hormuz blockade after US-Iran ceasefire talks end without agreement
ISLAMABAD (AP) — President Donald Trump on Sunday said the U.S. Navy would “immediately” begin…
April 12 2026 07:28 AM
Peru’s voters face choice of 35 contenders for ninth president in 10 years
LIMA, Peru (AP) — A former minister, a comedian and a political dynasty heiress are…
Think big: Canada should be open to risks as it invests in space, professor says
Canadians passionate about their country’s role in space say investments in homegrown astronauts and businesses…
Minister approves Canadian Rangers to help Nunavut hamlet amid power problems
GJOA HAVEN — Canada’s emergency management minister says she has approved a request from the…
‘It felt like a paywall’: Saskatchewan calls cut on movie rating requirements
REGINA — Some local theatres in Saskatchewan are hoping to see more independent films up…
Asha Bhosle, one of India’s most versatile Bollywood singers, dies at 92
NEW DELHI (AP) — Asha Bhosle, one of India’s most versatile Bollywood singers whose performances…
April 12 2026 07:25 AM
Canadiens’ Noah Dobson out with upper-body injury, to be re-evaluated in two weeks
MONTREAL — Montreal Canadiens defenceman Noah Dobson will be re-evaluated in two weeks after suffering…
April 12 2026 07:22 AM
Garcia-Rahm pairing produces early hijinks when Sergio slams his club, then carries Rahm’s bag
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Sergio Garcia and Jon Rahm were in the same group for…
April 12 2026 06:30 AM
The NBA’s playoff push for this season has hit its final day. Here’s a look at what’s happening
The final day of the NBA’s regular season has arrived, with much left to decide.…
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