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Penticton MLA Boultbee joins BC NDP
It comes just a month after she suggested she was still open to joining the Conservatives "under the right circumstances."
Pupils flee as grizzly attacks elementary class in B.C., injuring 11, some critically
A grizzly bear has attacked a group of elementary school students and teachers in the B.C. central coast community of…
BC man who secretly took nude photos and posted them online to pay victim $5,000
A friend of the victim came across the photos online and alerted the victim.
Hummingbirds in Okanagan, Kamloops in winter? Here’s how you can help them survive
“The time spent searching for water could be the difference of whether they’ll collect enough food to make it.”
Premier Eby supports recall of Okanagan MLA after ‘disgusting’ anti-Indigenous bill fails
“It is reprehensible, disgusting, appalling, I’ve run out of words to describe what they're trying to do.”
Speaker’s vote gets northern power line through B.C. legislature by slimmest margin
VICTORIA — Legislation to fast-track construction of a northern power line has squeaked through the British Columbia legislature thanks to…
Hikers, bikers have fresh trails to explore at new nature park in Vernon
iNwheels
"While I was there, I saw some eagles and various bird species.”
West Kelowna RCMP looking for help to identify stunting motorcyclist
iNwheels
The motorcyclist took off at a high rate of speed when police tried to stop him.
Kamloops Rock N’ Gem Show Returns with Crystals, Fossils and Family Fun
Sparkling crystals, ancient fossils and colourful gemstones will take over the Kamloops Curling Club as…
Kelowna nurse under investigation for narcotics diversion
The regulator said there was a pattern "questionable behaviour.”
Why some Okanagan water systems are still independent
iNwine
As local governments centralize the Okanagan's many water sources, some remain independent so farmer's aren't forgotten.
Downtown Kamloops business lobby faces opposition to expansion plan
"I have not found one single opt-in, and I am combing the streets."
Regional district to fund bulk of new Kamloops fire hall, search and rescue hall
“The new facility will enable us to improve our training and preparedness, ultimately allowing us to respond more effectively."
Why some Okanagan water systems are still independent
As local governments centralize the Okanagan's many water sources, some remain independent so farmer's aren't forgotten.
Wildfire anxiety mounts amid fast-moving blazes and repeat evacuations
Late last month, Anitra Cornish could see smoke coming from over the hill by her home in Eureka, Utah. Once she started seeing flames from the raging Iron Fire, she told her 86-year-old aunt that it was time to pack...
West Kelowna RCMP looking for help to identify stunting motorcyclist
The motorcyclist took off at a high rate of speed when police tried to stop him.
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. Independent MLA Amelia Boultbee crosses to New Democrats
VICTORIA — Former Conservative member of the British Columbia legislature Amelia Boultbee, who left the…
Environmental groups wanted to see clear decarbonization commitment in pipeline plan
OTTAWA — Environment groups say they wanted to see a more concrete commitment to decarbonization…
Rights council seeks unity that Jewish, Muslim envoys couldn’t achieve: Miller
OTTAWA — Heritage Minister Marc Miller says the government’s widely criticized advisory council on inclusion…
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
The latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada. All times are Eastern: 2…
Environmental groups wanted to see clear decarbonization commitment in pipeline plan
OTTAWA — Environment groups say they wanted to see a more concrete commitment to decarbonization…
Erdogan’s warm ties with Trump offer Turkey an edge ahead of NATO summit
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has berated and belittled many of his European counterparts…
Fallout from Venezuela’s earthquakes turns political as opposition leader seeks return
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — The fallout from Venezuela’s powerful twin quakes has evolved into a…
Preliminary report didn’t flag an engine failure before a skydiving plane crash that killed 12
A preliminary report issued by federal safety investigators did not flag any serious safety failures…
Who are the partners behind a proposed new West Coast oil pipeline?
CALGARY — Alberta’s pitch to the major projects office for a new oil pipeline to…
Ottawa to weigh guardrails, alternatives to ‘contentious’ Labour Code tool: Hajdu
OTTAWA — The federal government is exploring possible guardrails or alternatives to using what she…
US win over Bosnia-Herzegovina most-watched soccer telecast in English language history
The United States has World Cup fever. The U.S. match against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday night…
Canadian country star Tommy Hunter dies at 89; hosted long-running TV variety show
Tommy Hunter, a fixture in Canadian living rooms for decades with his long-running CBC TV…
Serena and Venus Williams sisters to play opening doubles match at Wimbledon on Saturday
LONDON (AP) — Serena Williams appears to have recovered enough from a knee issue in…
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
The latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada. All times are Eastern: 2…
Boston Celtics sign center Neemias Queta to a 4-year extension, AP source says
The Boston Celtics have signed center Neemias Queta to a four-year extension, according to person…
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