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iN NUMBERS: British Columbians split on teaching creationism in school
You might assume it’s the older generation who wants to see religion back in education, but you’d be wrong.
Bank of Canada expected to move to sidelines amid inflation ‘messiness’
OTTAWA — There were signs inflation was easing in October, but a more muddled picture under the hood has most…
Why is it so hard to fix a wheelchair in BC?
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Disabled people say companies are struggling to service their equipment, which can trap them in bed or at home.
‘Clearly untrue’: BC judge orders property developer to pay up after refusing to pay contractor
The judge said the developer had a “cavalier attitude” and his behaviour was “difficult and unwarranted."
Sun Peaks Resort a trailblazer in snow storage amid climate change
"How can we future proof our business with the realities of climate change? This is one unique tool to save snow from one season to the next.”
An architectural vision for Kelowna’s proposed multi-million dollar performing arts centre
“When we started five years ago, it was if. Today it’s when."
Creditors want first dibs on possible $900,000 federal payment to BC ostrich farm
Taxpayers could be on the hook for a $900,000 compensation payment to Universal Ostrich Farm.
Jailed South Okanagan biker had learner’s licence when caught with fentanyl, cocaine
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The bike had to be towed.
BC woman to take on record-setting Okanagan Lake swim for mental health fundraiser
"This swim is about showing young people that they are worth showing up for."
iNvideo: Ribfest takes over City Park
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If you were passing over the bridge, it isn’t hard to miss the smells coming…
iN PHOTOS: Peek inside a 1910 heritage home in Kelowna
“We kept all of the heritage elements from the era, it’s all original, including the windows and flooring."
Free Penticton pop-up pet vaccine clinic helps 31 dogs
“We knew we had to move quickly because parvo transmission between unvaccinated animals can happen very fast.”
Kelowna hasn’t ruled out cutting locks on Hotel Eldorado boardwalk gates
"We are hearing loudly from the public that they aren't happy with the situation."
From poutine to barbecue, local cuisines give World Cup fans another reason to cheer
World Cup fans came from overseas for the cheering. But they’re also doing a lot of chewing, delighting their hosts with rave reviews of North American cuisine. "It’s greasy, it’s disgusting, but it’s absolutely glorious," Jack Goodwin, a soccer enthusiast...
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...
Jailed South Okanagan biker had learner’s licence when caught with fentanyl, cocaine
The bike had to be towed.
Court documents allege link between Project South investigation, Ryan Wedding case
TORONTO — Newly released court documents are shedding more light on the alleged link between a sweeping police corruption probe in Ontario and the case of former Canadian Olympian Ryan Wedding, who is accused of running an international drug trafficking...
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."
Wildfire evacuation order for Boston Bar, B.C., area alert also extended
An out-of-control wildfire burning near the community of Boston Bar, B.C., has triggered an evacuation…
Victoria police arrest two following incident that injured three people in park
VICTORIA — Police in Victoria say they have arrested two people following an assault with…
LeBlanc says Canada seeking clarity after U.S. opts for annual CUSMA review
OTTAWA — Days after the Trump administration decided to require annual reviews of the Canada-United…
Carney to travel to Turkey, where NATO allies will focus on managing Trump
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to leave for Ankara on Monday to…
Wildfire evacuation order for Boston Bar, B.C., area alert also extended
An out-of-control wildfire burning near the community of Boston Bar, B.C., has triggered an evacuation…
Shooting at July Fourth cookout near Coney Island beach leaves 8 wounded, including 4 kids
NEW YORK (AP) — A shooting at a Fourth of July cookout near New York’s…
‘Minions & Monsters’ tops Fourth of July holiday box office, barely beating ‘Toy Story 5’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Minions have taken down “Toy Story 5″ at the July…
Unbearable heat suspected in 19 New Jersey deaths as high temperatures give way to thunderstorms
Several days of scorching temperatures are suspected to have caused at least 19 deaths in…
‘Minions & Monsters’ tops Fourth of July holiday box office, barely beating ‘Toy Story 5’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Minions have taken down “Toy Story 5″ at the July…
LeBlanc says Canada seeking clarity after U.S. opts for annual CUSMA review
OTTAWA — Days after the Trump administration decided to require annual reviews of the Canada-United…
‘Minions & Monsters’ tops Fourth of July holiday box office, barely beating ‘Toy Story 5’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Minions have taken down “Toy Story 5″ at the July…
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s love story, from friendship bracelets to wedding rings
What started with a friendship bracelet has resulted in wedding rings. Taylor Swift, the pop…
Folarin Balogun’s 1-game ban suspended by FIFA, allowing US forward to play vs. Belgium
SEATTLE (AP) — Folarin Balogun’s one-game ban was suspended by FIFA on Sunday, allowing the…
Pogacar gifts victory to teammate Del Toro on 2nd stage of Tour de France, Vingegaard keeps lead
In a gesture of sportsmanship which left his novice teammate stunned, cycling great Tadej Pogacar…
Yankees LHP Max Fried faces hitters in simulated game for 2nd time since injuring left elbow
NEW YORK (AP) — New York Yankees starting pitcher Max Fried inched closer to a…
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