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iN PHOTOS: Scenes from June bike rave in Kelowna
iNwheels
You might have seen this funky street procession.
BC Lions announce opponents for games at Kelowna’s Apple Bowl
"Playing in Kelowna and the Okanagan is an incredible opportunity to showcase the CFL experience and strengthen our connection with these communities.
Osoyoos astronomer spent his life photographing the stars
“His images were not just technically brilliant; they were art."
6 notable songs from Jimmy Cliff, the reggae star who has died at 81
NEW YORK (AP) — The story of Jimmy Cliff, who has died at age 81, is in part the story…
Snowfall warning issued for southeastern B.C. as weekend rain hits south coast
VANCOUVER — Southeastern British Columbia is set for a blast of wintry weather with as much as 20 centimetres of…
‘Life and death’: Chief tells of trauma and bravery in grizzly attack on B.C. pupils
What was to be a short afternoon field trip for about 20 students and staff of a school in Bella…
Wisconsin archaeologists identify 16 ancient canoes in a prehistoric lake ‘parking lot’
“It’s a parking spot that’s been used for millennia, over and over.”
Kelowna Ribfest brings all the flavour
iNwine
Kelowna Ribfest is almost here! Running Friday, July 3, 4, and 5, the event is…
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.
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
iNwheels
He also filmed himself going 180 km/h in downtown Kelowna.
Kelowna Ribfest brings all the flavour
Kelowna Ribfest is almost here! Running Friday, July 3, 4, and 5, the event is sure to bring mouth-watering flavours and juicy ribs to BBQ enthusiasts. Whether you're spicy or bold, the weekend will host cooking competitions and 13 different...
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...
iN PHOTOS: Scenes from June bike rave in Kelowna
You might have seen this funky street procession.
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…
U.S. not renewing trade agreement with Canada and Mexico
WASHINGTON — The United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says the U.S. is not renewing…
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…
Prime Minister Carney commends nation’s courage, conviction, connection on Canada Day
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canadians have shown courage, conviction and connection over…
What to know about fireworks and the risk of wildfires this July 4th
With wildfires raging across the Western U.S., cities and states are restricting fireworks just as…
2 people arrested after hanging banner about ‘the power of love’ on Empire State Building antenna
NEW YORK (AP) — Two people got to the top of the Empire State Building’s…
Americans step out for their nation’s 250th in a proud moment sown with division and doubt
WASHINGTON (AP) — One of the stars of the American firmament once advised citizens of…
U.S. not renewing trade agreement with Canada and Mexico
WASHINGTON — The United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says the U.S. is not renewing…
Congress hears drug seizures at U.S.-Canada border dropping despite Republican claims
iNwheels
WASHINGTON — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials told a hearing on Capitol Hill on…
Actor and activist Danny Glover says he has Alzheimer’s disease
NEW YORK (AP) — Actor and activist Danny Glover, best known for starring as an…
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…
Canadiens sign Demidov to eight-year extension; Jets add Skinner in free agency
Ivan Demidov is staying in Montreal for the long haul. The Canadiens signed the skilled…
GMs busy as bell sounds to start NHL free agency
NHL general managers hit the ground running to kick off free agency Wednesday. The Montreal…
Aaron Judge still waiting for more scans, no update on Yankees captain’s stress fracture in rib
NEW YORK (AP) — Aaron Judge is approaching four weeks since going on the injured…
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