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iN PHOTOS: Scenes from June bike rave in Kelowna
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You might have seen this funky street procession.
Class-action lawsuit in plant-based milk recall settled at $6.5M
TORONTO — Canadians who bought or drank recalled plant-based milk linked to a listeria outbreak have reached a $6.5-million settlement…
How crypto raiders tortured B.C. family with waterboarding, sex assault, in $2M heist
PORT COQUITLAM — When a woman answered a knock at the door of her home in Port Moody, B.C., in…
iN PHOTOS: Wildlife caught on camera being funny in Kamloops, Okanagan
Wildlife never fails to delight and entertain.
iN NUMBERS: Kelowna and Kamloops residents frustrated by petty crime
Crime rates are down in both cities, but people are still frustrated.
Grizzly attack on B.C. elementary class is latest in series of encounters
A grizzly bear attack on a group of elementary school students in Bella Coola, B.C., on Thursday is the latest…
Band closes KVR Trail in South Okanagan due to safety concerns, lack of funding
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“My hope is that over the winter here, since it would be such a shame to lose this amazing trail, that we will find the partnerships that we need, get the process moving, and then bring the package to the membership.”
Kelowna Ribfest brings all the flavour
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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."
Teens terrorize Vancouver Island neighbourhood with ‘door-kick challenge’
It started as a harmless prank by teenagers but a homeowner in Nanaimo, B.C., says…
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…
Thunderstorms in Ottawa keep Carney from delivering Canada Day speech in Edmonton
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney’s planned Canada Day speech in Edmonton has been cancelled…
U.S. not renewing trade agreement with Canada and Mexico in ‘current form’
WASHINGTON — The United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says the U.S. is not renewing…
Separation anxiety: Canada Day evokes patriotism, pride and melancholy in Alberta
Alberta’s separation from the rest of the country was top of mind for Maple Leaf…
Photos show Ohio home where 16 children were rescued
HAMDEN, Ohio (AP) — Authorities say 16 children have been rescued from a dilapidated rural…
Photos show Ohio home where 16 children were rescued
HAMDEN, Ohio (AP) — Authorities say 16 children have been rescued from a dilapidated rural…
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…
U.S. not renewing trade agreement with Canada and Mexico in ‘current form’
WASHINGTON — The United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says the U.S. is not renewing…
Canada’s historic World Cup run helps prolong Vancouver restaurants’ business boost
VANCOUVER — The head of B.C.’s Restaurant and Foodservices Association says Canada’s historic run in…
California to institute Bruce Lee Day, a first for a Chinese American in the state’s history
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Martial arts icon Bruce Lee, who was born in San Francisco,…
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to host their wedding Friday at Madison Square Garden, AP source says
NEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will have their wedding at Madison…
Kane lifts England past Congo with 2 late goals as World Cup knockout round continues, in photos
Harry Kane scored twice to lead England past underdog Congo 2-1 at the World Cup.…
Another blockbuster: Jaylen Brown getting traded by Celtics to 76ers for Paul George, draft picks
Jaylen Brown’s time in Boston has come to a surprising end, with the Celtics deciding…
Rockies call up Gabriel Hughes and designate John Brebbia for assignment
DENVER (AP) — Colorado Rockies reliever John Brebbia has been designated for assignment one night…
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