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RBC suing Universal Ostrich Farm owner over historic unpaid debt
Despite raising $300,000 in crowdfunding numerous creditor haven't been paid.
Canada midfielder Ismaël Koné undergoes surgery to repair broken leg at World Cup
VANCOUVER — Filling an Ismaël Koné-sized hole in Canada’s lineup won’t be easy as the country continues its World Cup…
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.”
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.
Frank Stronach found guilty on two charges related to two women in sex assault trial
TORONTO — Billionaire businessman Frank Stronach was found guilty Friday of two charges out of a dozen in what an…
US push to get Iran talks started hits an early bump. Vance stays at home, for now
ZURICH (AP) — The American push to quickly begin high-stakes talks with Iran hit a snag Friday, just days after…
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.
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."
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...
Yacht owners and public housing residents once shared Venezuela’s coast. Now they share its ruin
CARABALLEDA, Venezuela (AP) — The rich and poor shared paradise in Caraballeda on Venezuela's Caribbean coast. Their apartments, a few with direct marina access and hundreds in public housing towers, stood on the same curving street and offered idyllic views...
In the news today: Carney arrives at NATO, Renata Ford dies, Raptors announcement
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed...Carney arrives in Turkey for high-level NATO talks with German, South Korean leadersPrime Minister Mark Carney has landed in Ankara, Turkey, where he’s set...
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."
B.C. attorney general to provide update on legal options after deadly mass shooting
VANCOUVER — The British Columbia government says it’s exploring legal options after the mass shooting…
B.C. wildfire prompts evacuations and heavy smoke warnings in Fraser Canyon
BOSTON BAR — Thick smoke from a wildfire burning out of control near Boston Bar,…
Police officers march in Montreal ahead of funeral for officer killed in shooting
MONTREAL — Thousands of police officers from all over Canada are marching in Montreal ahead…
Carney names his principal secretary and a Conservative MP to Senate
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney has named his principal secretary Tom Pitfield to the…
Carney meets with allied nations in Turkey on margins of NATO summit
ANKARA — Prime Minister Mark Carney met with Turkish President Recep Erdogan and Ukrainian President…
Judge dismisses Prince Harry’s privacy invasion lawsuit against publisher of Daily Mail
LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry ’s final lawsuit aimed at taming the British tabloids ended…
Utah revokes license for boarding school where Paris Hilton says she was abused as a teen
SPRINGVILLE, Utah (AP) — The state of Utah has revoked the license of a boarding…
‘Being Heumann,’ about a disability rights activist, to open Toronto film festival
NEW YORK (AP) — “Being Heumann,” director Siân Heder’s film about the late disability rights…
Carney meets with allied nations in Turkey on margins of NATO summit
ANKARA — Prime Minister Mark Carney met with Turkish President Recep Erdogan and Ukrainian President…
Toronto Raptors welcome Lowry ‘home’ for retirement announcement
TORONTO — Kyle Lowry, who starred in Toronto for nine seasons and was instrumental in…
Judge dismisses Prince Harry’s privacy invasion lawsuit against publisher of Daily Mail
LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry ’s final lawsuit aimed at taming the British tabloids ended…
‘Being Heumann,’ about a disability rights activist, to open Toronto film festival
NEW YORK (AP) — “Being Heumann,” director Siân Heder’s film about the late disability rights…
Max Homa gets in the British Open because of a short putt someone else missed
NORTH BERWICK, Scotland (AP) — The final minutes of the John Deere Classic brought yet…
Afghanistan cricket mourns pacer Shapoor Zadran’s death a day before his 39th birthday
Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran has died after a prolonged illness a day before…
Timeline: Kyle Lowry’s biggest moments with the Toronto Raptors
TORONTO — Kyle Lowry is retiring after a 20-year NBA career that included nine seasons…
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