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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.
West Kelowna’s ‘deep understanding’ of fire gets credit in B.C.’s first test of year
KAMLOOPS — West Kelowna fire chief Jason Broland says that for better or worse, residents and emergency responders of the…
iN PHOTOS: Vulnerable species of woodpecker hunts for flies in South Okanagan
Lewis's woodpeckers are most commonly found in the Okanagan Valley.
Conservative MP’s bill on intimate partner violence becomes law
OTTAWA — Canada will take a harder stance on intimate partner violence after a Conservative MP’s private member’s bill became…
Penticton vintner fined $10,000 for shooting deer in vineyard
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The deer had allegedly caused $30,000 damage to the vineyard.
‘Electrical non-compliances’ found at B.C. waterpark where kids were burned
CULTUS LAKE — The agency that oversees safety at B.C. amusement parks says investigators have found “electrical non compliances” at…
G7 leaders back Trump’s deal to end Iran war as more details of it emerge
EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France (AP) — Leaders at the Group of Seven summit on Wednesday threw their support behind U.S. President Donald…
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?
Merritt man to use $1M in lotto winnings to finish home reno
The winning ticket on the July 1 draw was purchased at the Walmart in Merritt.
Kamloops sign on hold; Kelowna’s a hot attraction
Kamloops planned to have a similar sign three years ago, but now it's not clear whether it'll ever be built.
‘Not crazy, driven crazy’: Eddy Haymour’s daughter says Peachland icon was misunderstood
Eddie Haymour built a Middle Eastern themed park on an island in Okanagan Lake near Peachland
Construction date unclear on BC Housing’s massive, delayed Penticton project
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Penticton MLA Amelia Boultbee, now a member of the government caucus, refused to comment when asked whether she'll advocate for the project.
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...
iN NUMBERS: Bike trails and paths around Kamloops, Okanagan
Do you think your city needs more bike lanes?
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'."
Officials fear winds will fuel out-of-control Brunswick Complex fire near Boston Bar
BOSTON BAR — Officials say strong winds through British Columbia’s Fraser Canyon northeast of Vancouver…
Three people rescued after boat capsizes near Fort St. James, B.C.
FORT ST. JAMES — Three people have been rescued after a boat capsized on a…
Officials fear winds will fuel out-of-control Brunswick Complex fire near Boston Bar
BOSTON BAR — Officials say strong winds through British Columbia’s Fraser Canyon northeast of Vancouver…
Mandatory minimum for child sex abuse material is unconstitutional, says Quebec court
MONTREAL — Quebec’s highest court has ruled the minimum one-year sentence for distribution of child…
Death toll from B.C. fishing charter sinking rises as woman dies in hospital
RICHMOND — One of four people rescued after a fishing charter boat sank off Metro…
Family demands an independent probe after ICE officer fatally shoots a man in Houston
HOUSTON (AP) — A Mexican national fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer…
The Latest: US says it’s carrying out more strikes after Iran’s attacks in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. carried out another round of strikes on Iran late Wednesday, hours after President…
The Latest: Defense disputes DNA evidence in Charlie Kirk assassination hearing
The preliminary hearing for the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk resumed Wednesday…
Carney in Saudi Arabia seeking economic partnership amid human rights concerns
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney has arrived in Saudi Arabia as he seeks economic…
Data centre capacity could soar to 20 GW in planned projects: government document
OTTAWA — A document prepared for the federal artificial intelligence minister to use when pitching…
A runaway leader and a surprise snub shake up the Emmy nominations
The Primetime Emmy Award nominations are out and not-so-surprisingly “The Pitt” is an early winner…
Author Simon Kuper explores nine-tournament soccer journey in “World Cup Fever”
Author Simon Kuper’s World Cup journey has taken him to nine tournaments over his career.…
Boston’s Willson Contreras, Kansas City’s Jac Caglianone latest to commit to Home Run Derby
Boston’s Willson Contreras and Kansas City’s Jac Caglianone are the latest sluggers to commit to…
Ryan Oulahen to coach Canada’s under-18 team in Hlinka Gretzky Cup
CALGARY — Ryan Oulahen will be Canada’s head coach at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup international…
‘Ferytale’ rolls on at Wimbledon as British wild card Fery reaches semifinals after meeting queen
LONDON (AP) — If he keeps playing like this, Arthur Fery might just become Wimbledon…
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Rock the Lake turns up the volume
One of Kelowna’s favourite music festivals is returning on Friday, July 10, 11, and 12.…