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Floor-crossing Penticton MLA Boultbee accused of betraying constituents
The MLA elected as a BC Conservative has helped bolster the NDP's majority.
B.C.’s newest municipality of Okanagan Falls to be incorporated in November
VICTORIA — Residents of British Columbia’s first new municipality in 16 years will soon be voting for a mayor and…
Kootenay lawyer charged with sharing intimate images online
To avoid a conflict of interest the case has been moved to Salmon Arm.
B.C. murder suspect evidence at trial ‘not credible’ or ‘logical,’ Crown lawyer says
A prosecutor in the trial of the man accused of killing Tatjana Stefanski more than two years ago says the…
Canada’s Eustaquio starts on bench for group-stage finale vs. Switzerland
VANCOUVER — Midfielder Stephen Eustaquio will be on the bench to start Canada’s FIFA World Cup game against Switzerland on…
Suspension for BC teacher whose ‘rigid’ rules negatively impacted some students
He had rules around lateness and students not doing their assignments.
Daily heat records fall across B.C. communities, including one century-old mark
VICTORIA — The arrival of summer in British Columbia has brought record-breaking temperatures. Environment Canada says 21 communities reported matching…
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.
Rock the Lake turns up the volume
One of Kelowna’s favourite music festivals is returning on Friday, July 10, 11, and 12.…
Escape artist Tony the peacock eludes capture in Kamloops neighbourhood
“People post ‘oh, it’s at my house,’ and it’s fun for the kids, they can keep their eye out and try to spot him."
Kelowna restaurant avoids fine after serving teen a Corona
The steep fines have been criticized by the restaurant industry.
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...
Kelowna couple suing Airbnb over eviction, surveillance
Airbnb "weaponized their corporate infrastructure" to enable their eviction, according to the lawsuit.
Fatal motorcycle crash closes Sea to Sky Highway north of Vancouver for hours
SQUAMISH — A female motorcyclist has been killed in a crash on British Columbia's Sea to Sky Highway that shut down the route for more than eight hours. The Independent Investigations Office of B.C. says it is looking into the...
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...
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'."
THOMPSON: Black cats, broken mirrors and other superstitions we believe in
"There are people, for example, who will not travel on the 13th day of any month…and even structure their decisions and lives around avoiding the number."
Business leader says he hopes Greater Victoria gets fair share of submarine money
VICTORIA — The federal government’s submarine contract with a German company offers a “tremendous amount…
Carney names TKMS preferred sub bidder, hopes to join sub club with Germany, Norway
HALIFAX — Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday named German defence manufacturer TKMS as the…
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
The latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada. All times are Eastern: 9:59…
Business leader says he hopes Greater Victoria gets fair share of submarine money
VICTORIA — The federal government’s submarine contract with a German company offers a “tremendous amount…
Thoughts turn to legacy as full-time whistle nears for Vancouver’s World Cup
VANCOUVER — Beer and mimosas were flowing on Granville Street on the eve of Vancouver’s…
Medicaid funding is resuming for Planned Parenthood after being cut off for most of a year
Planned Parenthood and two smaller regional abortion providers are resuming billing Medicaid for services other…
Trump says World Cup referee’s red card call was ‘horrible’ but insists he left outcome to FIFA
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday took credit for getting FIFA to review…
Macron arrives in Syria as first major Western leader to visit war-torn country under new leadership
DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — French President Emmanuel Macron arrived Monday in Syria, making him the…
Virtual taekwondo is on the rise as it makes its debut at Asian Games
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — When Vietnamese athlete Nguyen Thanh Hien Linh stepped into her…
Business leader says he hopes Greater Victoria gets fair share of submarine money
VICTORIA — The federal government’s submarine contract with a German company offers a “tremendous amount…
Jonathan Anderson shifts Dior buzz from Taylor Swift’s hidden wedding gown to sculptural couture
PARIS (AP) — Jonathan Anderson arrived at Paris couture week with the fashion world still…
Prince Harry’s UK trip sparks media buzz over whether Meghan and kids will join him
LONDON (AP) — The drama that seems to surround Prince Harry returns to the United…
Trump says World Cup referee’s red card call was ‘horrible’ but insists he left outcome to FIFA
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday took credit for getting FIFA to review…
Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses
SEATTLE (AP) — The United States’ hopes for a deep World Cup run at home…
Virtual taekwondo is on the rise as it makes its debut at Asian Games
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — When Vietnamese athlete Nguyen Thanh Hien Linh stepped into her…
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