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June 10 2026 09:42 AM
Kelowna woman found guilty of trying to kill her cat with fentanyl
"This is a huge victory for animal welfare in Canada."
Penticton expanding its public surveillance camera system
“We've been very thoughtful about ensuring that the scope of the surveillance component of the strategy is in alignment with privacy legislation.”
Snowbirds aerobatic team grounded until early 2030s while new planes purchased
MOOSE JAW — Canada’s famous military aerial ambassadors – the Snowbirds – will soon be grounded. Defence Minister David McGuinty…
iN NUMBERS: Majority in B.C. want higher fines for interfering with emergency vehicles
iNwheels
The fines are lower than you might think.
iN PHOTOS: Kelowna’s ‘unique’ and ‘thrilling’ Knox Mountain Hill Climb
iNwheels
“It's just menacing you, looking at you all year, and you only get to drive it for two days.”
Penticton anti-racism bylaw back on the table
If Kelowna had such a bylaw it's likely the man who launched a racist tirade against a South Asian couple would've been subject to the fine.
Vancouver Canucks fire head coach Adam Foote after one season
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA — The Vancouver Canucks have fired head coach Adam Foote after a single season. The NHL…
Kelowna landlords not rushing to short-term rentals just because the rules changed
iNhome
"We've even had people basically pay them to leave just because it makes financial sense to get the tenant out and they were both happy.”
Never before seen flying pterosaurs heading to Okanagan Science Centre
“They're a really interesting species and just seeing how flight evolved throughout prehistoric times is really cool."
Okanagan widow sues Area 27 over crash that killed her husband
iNwheels
Two people died in a crash two years ago, and the driver's wife is now taking the track to court.
Kelowna landscaper who claimed he never ‘officially’ hired a friend must pay him $11,000
The landscaper's arguements didn't get far.
‘Come on fat kid:’ BC teacher reprimanded for comments during PE class
The teacher has been in the profession for almost 40 years.
BC Tree Fruits packs first cherries of the season at Oliver plant
iNwine
"Thanks to our incredible team for getting us here to this milestone!”
BC Tree Fruits packs first cherries of the season at Oliver plant
"Thanks to our incredible team for getting us here to this milestone!”
Kelowna landlords not rushing to short-term rentals just because the rules changed
"We've even had people basically pay them to leave just because it makes financial sense to get the tenant out and they were both happy.”
A minibus packed with schoolchildren catches fire in central Zimbabwe, killing 7
HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) — A minibus packed with schoolchildren caught fire in central Zimbabwe Wednesday afternoon, killing seven, authorities said. Twenty-four children were on board when the vehicle burst into flames in the city of Gweru, according to a police...
Know the risks, World Cup visitors warned over Canada’s toxic drug supply
Health officials in both Canadian cities hosting World Cup matches are warning visitors about the potential risk of the toxic illicit drug supply that could be very different from what they are used to at home.Organizers of the seven games...
June 10 2026 09:15 AM
iN DISCUSSION: Should we be worried about e-dirt bikes or worried about over-regulation?
"It'd be nice if we could figure this out ourselves somehow before BC comes along to do its favourite thing — over-regulate."
June 08 2026 12:00 PM
THOMPSON: The bad penny that is George Santos
"A bad penny has a way of showing up, time and time again."
June 05 2026 10:15 AM
iN DISCUSSION: Tara Armstrong’s outsized role in BC politics
"If you’ve been reading this newsletter for any time, you know how badly I wanted to tell you this week that the campaign to recall Kelowna-Lake Country-Coldstream MLA Tara Armstrong was on."
CP NewsAlert: Lapu Lapu festival attack suspect gets trial date
VANCOUVER — The trial for Adam Kai-Ji Lo, who is facing 11 counts of second-degree…
B.C. Mounties warn parents of ‘violent’ online group exploiting children
LANGFORD — Mounties near Victoria say they are investigating three reports of a violent online…
June 10 2026 10:59 AM
CP NewsAlert: Lapu Lapu festival attack suspect gets trial date
VANCOUVER — The trial for Adam Kai-Ji Lo, who is facing 11 counts of second-degree…
June 10 2026 10:47 AM
Trump ‘not looking to renew’ CUSMA trade pact, says no need for Canadian imports
OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump is again saying the American economy does not need…
June 10 2026 10:47 AM
Canada launches new preventive health advisory committee after disbanding task force
OTTAWA — The federal government has launched a new advisory committee on preventive health care…
June 10 2026 11:01 AM
At World Cup stadiums, there will be zero tolerance for drones because of the threat they pose
Fans who hear the whirring sound of a drone over a stadium might see it…
June 10 2026 11:00 AM
FBI seizing evidence at California plant where chemical tank overheated and forced evacuations
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Federal authorities served a search warrant on Wednesday at a Southern…
June 10 2026 11:00 AM
Collins isn’t Trump’s ‘best friend’ but he’s on her side in Maine Senate matchup with Platner
WASHINGTON (AP) — This election year is déjà vu for Sen. Susan Collins, the Maine…
At World Cup stadiums, there will be zero tolerance for drones because of the threat they pose
Fans who hear the whirring sound of a drone over a stadium might see it…
Trump ‘not looking to renew’ CUSMA trade pact, says no need for Canadian imports
OTTAWA — U.S. President Donald Trump is again saying the American economy does not need…
Griffin Poetry Prize reinstates Canadian award, keeps larger international purse
TORONTO — The Griffin Poetry Prize is bringing back its Canada-specific award and keeping the…
Glenn Close will get an Oscar at last – honorarily. So will Ridley Scott and animator Floyd Norman
Glenn Close will finally get her hands on an Oscar. Long considered among the best…
June 10 2026 11:01 AM
Serena Williams’ doubles campaign at Queen’s Club in jeopardy after Victoria Mboko injury
LONDON (AP) — Serena Williams’ doubles campaign at Queen’s Club could be over after one…
June 10 2026 11:01 AM
At World Cup stadiums, there will be zero tolerance for drones because of the threat they pose
Fans who hear the whirring sound of a drone over a stadium might see it…
June 10 2026 10:56 AM
World Cup what to know: Mexico kicks off a supersized, 48-team tournament
After years of preparation, a supersized World Cup has finally arrived. This year’s tournament —…
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