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Kamloops CAOs were paid $1.12M last year
With a pair of salaries and a settlement agreement, the cost of chief administrative officers in Kamloops was unusually high.
One dead after semi-truck crash near Lytton
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“Some key witnesses have already spoken to police, and investigators are looking into the driving behaviour of both trucks leading up to the crash.”
Lawsuit seeks damages against B.C., federal government over Cowichan title ruling
NEW WESTMINSTER — A proposed class-action lawsuit filed in B.C. Supreme Court says the provincial and federal governments had “long-standing”…
Can foot baths help with lung disease? UBCO researchers are looking into it
“This therapy could be used in addition to exercise, or instead of exercise, to improve a patient’s symptoms, health and longevity.”
‘I’m fighting it’: Vernon’s Tiki Village motel resident wins reprieve at tenancy branch
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It's not clear if the motel had the right to immediately evict the residents.
Thomas King’s revelation he is not Indigenous sends ripples through culture sector
TORONTO — Thomas King’s revelation that he has no Indigenous ancestry sent ripples through Canada’s cultural sector, while raising questions…
iN PHOTOS: A peek inside the historical Mackie Lake House in Coldstream
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Three families lived in the immaculate home across 89 years.
Shuswap dentist pleads guilty to sending harassing messages, breaching court order
He's already been fined $100,000 and sent to jail.
Thunderstorm watch to cap off a dry June for Kamloops, Okanagan
"Some of them have a risk of a thunderstorm in there as well, more so for tonight.”
Kelowna biker did 253 km/h in a 60 zone, but court says 10 months jail too harsh
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He also filmed himself going 180 km/h in downtown Kelowna.
How RCMP in BC came to formulate a plan to kill
The goal was to remove him from the residence for arrest, have him shot, or let him burn to death.
Five Okanagan players picked in NHL entry draft
They grew up playing in the Okanagan and are among 39 WHL players who are now NHL prospects.
iN PHOTOS: Stunning Kelowna garden reopens to public after years of restoration
“Depending on the public interest and if any damage happens to the gardens, we want to be open continuously. So far, everyone has been very respectful.”
Fire in Belgian apartment block leaves at least 6 people dead, many injured
ANTWERP, Belgium (AP) — At least six people were killed and many others injured on Wednesday in a fire at an apartment block on the outskirts of the Belgian city of Antwerp, police said. The blaze was caused by a...
Kelowna biker did 253 km/h in a 60 zone, but court says 10 months jail too harsh
He also filmed himself going 180 km/h in downtown Kelowna.
Virginia to allow recreational marijuana to be sold in retail stores beginning in 2027
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Five years after becoming the first Southern state to legalize possession of marijuana, Virginia has approved a legal way to sell it to recreational users. State budget legislation enacted Monday will allow up to 350 cannabis...
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."
iN DISCUSSION: Prime Minister Carney’s BC condo buyout bungle
"I'm starting to get a disturbingly familiar feeling about Prime Minister Mark Carney."
B.C. Conservative leader Findlay retains former rival Milobar in shadow cabinet
VICTORIA — New B.C. Conservative leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay has kept former rival Peter Milobar and…
Victor Dodig succeeds Darren Entwistle as Telus CEO after 25-plus years at helm
One of Canada’s largest telecommunications companies has officially transitioned to new leadership after more than…
Canada will make its Eurovision Song Contest debut next year
Canada is officially taking its talents to Europe’s biggest and sparkliest song competition. CBC/Radio-Canada and…
Celebrations mark Canada Day across the country as separatist movements emerge
OTTAWA — Canadians are gathering across the country on Wednesday to celebrate a country grappling…
Separation anxiety: Canada Day evokes patriotism, pride and melancholy in Alberta
EDMONTON — With a provincewide referendum looming on Alberta’s future in Canada, federalists and separatists…
The Latest: Federal filing shows Trump took in about $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last year
President Donald Trump took in nearly $1.2 billion from his crypto businesses last year, a…
Defying Pope Leo XIV, traditionalists go ahead with bishop consecrations in Switzerland
ECONE, Switzerland (AP) — A group of traditionalist Catholics directly defied Pope Leo XIV on…
Trump will visit newly built Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota’s Badlands
MEDORA, N.D. (AP) — President Donald Trump is visiting North Dakota on Wednesday to see…
World Cup buzz has the potential to mint more soccer fans among kids – some just toddlers now
LENEXA, Kan. (AP) — Jude Cornell joined a swarm of toddlers crawling after soccer balls,…
Judge orders Pentagon to lift policy that New York Times journalists be accompanied by an escort
A federal judge has ordered the Defense Department to temporarily halt its requirement that New…
Eurovision, eh? Canada will compete at the glitzy song contest in 2027
LONDON (AP) — The Eurovision Song Contest is expanding across the Atlantic, with Canada set…
Judge orders Pentagon to lift policy that New York Times journalists be accompanied by an escort
A federal judge has ordered the Defense Department to temporarily halt its requirement that New…
Aston Villa takes on FIFA in court to unblock registration for 17-year-old Madjo
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Aston Villa took on FIFA at sport’s highest court on Wednesday…
Aston Villa takes on FIFA in court to unblock registration for 17-year-old Madjo
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Aston Villa took on FIFA at sport’s highest court on Wednesday…
World Cup buzz has the potential to mint more soccer fans among kids – some just toddlers now
LENEXA, Kan. (AP) — Jude Cornell joined a swarm of toddlers crawling after soccer balls,…
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