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Who’s a good dog? Kamloops owners can certify their pups as trustworthy
“It isn’t even about aggressive dogs, it’s about dogs that don’t understand boundaries at all.”
Brand Refresh? CBC mulling options for potential new ‘Hockey Night in Canada’ chapter
TORONTO — As the CBC mulls over how to fill a vacated Saturday night block now that NHL games won’t…
Kamloops insect enthusiast finds cow killer wasp known for powerful sting
"I didn't want to grasp her because I didn't want to risk being a threat and getting stung by accident."
Ancient teeth from Siberia rewrite the plague’s timeline, dating back to over 5,500 years ago
NEW YORK (AP) — Scientists have found the oldest known evidence of the plague, which sparked deadly outbreaks dating back…
Kelowna Caribbean restaurant that let customer step outside with drink temporarily closed
The restaurant said it couldn't afford the $11,000 fine.
Kelowna lawyer fined $15,000 after having 101-year-old client with dementia sign paperwork
The client had dementia and was unable to communicate verbally.
Rescue dog Osito steals hearts at the World Cup, one bike ride at a time
MEXICO CITY (AP) — As World Cup fever sweeps Mexico City, one of the tournament’s biggest fan favorites isn’t a…
Jail for Vernon woman caught drunk driving while on bail for drunk driving
The crash left an 81-year-old man and a 14-year-old girl with lasting injuries.
BC Wildfire warns boaters after Kamloops fire
"We don't want to have anybody out on the water getting in the way of aircraft when they're out helping us."
BC Parks Foundation needs $800K to save piece of Myra-Bellevue park near Kelowna from development
And it doesn't have much time to do it.
iN PHOTOS: Six majestic birds that are masters at fishing in Okanagan, Kamloops
Fish are at the top of the menu for these skilled hunters, divers and fishers.
Tempest Theatre brings classic adaptation to historic theatre
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The Tempest Theatre is bringing back a new twist on the classic performance of A…
iN NUMBERS: Bike trails and paths around Kamloops, Okanagan
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Do you think your city needs more bike lanes?
Tempest Theatre brings classic adaptation to historic theatre
The Tempest Theatre is bringing back a new twist on the classic performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare. DREAM brings a more modern approach to the classic play, with Director Kate Twa rebuilding the play to be...
On La Guaira’s beaches, Venezuela quake survivors improvise showers and toilets amid water shortages
MAIQUETIA, Venezuela (AP) — Thousands of people affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela last month are increasingly facing challenges accessing clean water as well as sanitation and hygiene services. Families in the hardest-hit state, La Guaira, have taken to...
B.C. man indicted in U.S. fought off deportation in 2008, despite drug conviction
VANCOUVER — Court and immigration board records show that a British Columbia suspect indicted by U.S. authorities over alleged international organized crime was previously convicted of cross-border drug smuggling in the United States, but was allowed to stay in Canada...
What was in U.S. indictments targeting alleged Canada-linked crime groups?
LOS ANGELES — An indictment released by U.S. authorities on Tuesday includes fresh details about the alleged involvement of Indian gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and others in the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.Two other indictments meanwhile outline alleged cross-border...
iN DISCUSSION: Was AI responsible for the Tumbler Ridge tragedy?
"The confusion over cause and effect continues, although in Canada we tend to treat it as a feature, not a bug."
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'."
Federal officials set to give wildfire season update as blaze threatens B.C. town
OTTAWA — Federal officials are set to provide an update about the national wildfire season…
Officials fear winds will fan out-of-control Brunswick Complex fire near Boston Bar
BOSTON BAR — Officials say strong winds through British Columbia’s Fraser Canyon northeast of Vancouver…
PM Carney’s Saudi Arabia trip a ‘high-water mark’ for relations: Business leader
JEDDAH — Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Saudi Arabia for meetings with Crown Prince…
Iran’s attacks on Gulf ships ‘unacceptable’ and ‘unjustified’: Foreign Minister Anand
JEDDAH — Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says it’s “unacceptable” that Iran has launched attacks…
In the news today: Carney in Saudi Arabia, wildfire update, Ontario cancer coverage
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Bonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,’ has died at 75
Bonnie Tyler, the gravelly voiced, Grammy-nominated Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping…
Sweet: Peanut butter floor returns to Dutch museum as tribute to late artist
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands (AP) — More than 800 pounds of peanut butter — enough for around…
A bitterly divided Iran grapples with Khamenei’s legacy as he is laid to rest
CAIRO (AP) — He is the grandson of an influential Shiite cleric, born in Qom…
PM Carney’s Saudi Arabia trip a ‘high-water mark’ for relations: Business leader
JEDDAH — Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Saudi Arabia for meetings with Crown Prince…
Iran’s attacks on Gulf ships ‘unacceptable’ and ‘unjustified’: Foreign Minister Anand
JEDDAH — Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says it’s “unacceptable” that Iran has launched attacks…
Bonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,’ has died at 75
Bonnie Tyler, the gravelly voiced, Grammy-nominated Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping…
Sweet: Peanut butter floor returns to Dutch museum as tribute to late artist
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands (AP) — More than 800 pounds of peanut butter — enough for around…
Russia heads to sports court to overturn its ban from international track and field
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Russia’s track and field federation says it has gone to the…
Paralympics great Sarah Storey retires at 48 and won’t chase a 10th Games in Los Angeles
LONDON (AP) — Paralympics great Sarah Storey retired from competitive racing on Thursday at age…
Former Romania soccer midfielder Gabriel Muresan drowns in lake. He was 44
BUCHAREST, Romania (AP) — Former Romania soccer player Gabriel Muresan has died after drowning in…
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