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Floor-crossing Penticton MLA Boultbee accused of betraying constituents
The MLA elected as a BC Conservative has helped bolster the NDP's majority.
‘We don’t have coffee’: South Okanagan Halloween display causes confusion
“It took a few confused people before I figured it out."
iN VIDEO: Wiener dogs on wheels bring cheer to Kamloops and beyond
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"Going through the airport is tricky if you’re in a hurry, people want to see the dogs and take videos of them.”
iN VIDEO: Community support means growing success for young Kamloops rockers
“It takes a lot to believe in your art enough to get it to this point and it takes other people believing in it to get it further.”
The Button King’s legacy lives on in quirky South Carolina museum
BISHOPVILLE, S.C. (AP) — When J.D. Stevens flips on the lights in the shed by his South Carolina home, he…
Cold-water immersion may offer health benefits — and also presents risks
Dr. Mark Harper recalls his first cold-water swim in the south of England 20 years ago. It was August, but…
Prince Harry and Meghan invite families to join their push against predatory social media practices
NEW YORK (AP) — Prince Harry and Meghan urged parents to stand against social media companies that they said lure…
Touchdown Kelowna part of strong start to peak tourist season
“One business I ran into said, ‘we're anticipating a $10,000 day,’ and that's pretty great for a restaurant for one day.”
West Kelowna police arrest suspect in weekend grass fire
“Information provided by witnesses played a significant role in helping officers quickly identify and locate the suspect.”
Kelowna couple suing Airbnb over eviction, surveillance
iNhome
Airbnb "weaponized their corporate infrastructure" to enable their eviction, according to the lawsuit.
Rock the Lake turns up the volume
One of Kelowna’s favourite music festivals is returning on Friday, July 10, 11, and 12.…
Escape artist Tony the peacock eludes capture in Kamloops neighbourhood
“People post ‘oh, it’s at my house,’ and it’s fun for the kids, they can keep their eye out and try to spot him."
Kelowna restaurant avoids fine after serving teen a Corona
The steep fines have been criticized by the restaurant industry.
Anissa Helou’s new book of recipes from Lebanon spotlights villages scarred by war
BALLOUNEH, Lebanon (AP) — Before becoming one of the Middle East’s most acclaimed cooks and food writers, Anissa Helou had no intention of either path. She entered the world of cooking and writing almost by accident when she was in...
Kelowna couple suing Airbnb over eviction, surveillance
Airbnb "weaponized their corporate infrastructure" to enable their eviction, according to the lawsuit.
Fatal motorcycle crash closes Sea to Sky Highway north of Vancouver for hours
SQUAMISH — A female motorcyclist has been killed in a crash on British Columbia's Sea to Sky Highway that shut down the route for more than eight hours. The Independent Investigations Office of B.C. says it is looking into the...
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...
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'."
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."
B.C. wildfire prompts evacuations and heavy smoke warnings in Fraser Canyon
BOSTON BAR — Thick smoke from a wildfire burning out of control near Boston Bar,…
B.C.’s chief coroner envisions course to prepare people beyond TV ‘preconceptions’
British Columbia’s chief coroner says the work of the coroners service is not like the…
B.C.’s chief coroner envisions course to prepare people beyond TV ‘preconceptions’
British Columbia’s chief coroner says the work of the coroners service is not like the…
The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
The latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada. All times are Eastern: 9:59…
Business leader says he hopes Greater Victoria gets fair share of submarine money
VICTORIA — The federal government’s submarine contract with a German company offers a “tremendous amount…
Clashes in Sri Lankan prison leave at least 25 dead, mostly inmates
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Clashes broke out inside a prison in the outskirts of…
Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses
SEATTLE (AP) — Images told the story of the United States’ World Cup downfall. Christian…
It’s decision day in Prince Harry’s final privacy suit against British tabloids
LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry ′s longtime battle with the British tabloids reaches its climax…
B.C.’s chief coroner envisions course to prepare people beyond TV ‘preconceptions’
British Columbia’s chief coroner says the work of the coroners service is not like the…
Virtual taekwondo is on the rise as it makes its debut at Asian Games
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — When Vietnamese athlete Nguyen Thanh Hien Linh stepped into her…
It’s decision day in Prince Harry’s final privacy suit against British tabloids
LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry ′s longtime battle with the British tabloids reaches its climax…
B.C.’s chief coroner envisions course to prepare people beyond TV ‘preconceptions’
British Columbia’s chief coroner says the work of the coroners service is not like the…
US eliminated by Belgium and Spain ends World Cup career of Ronaldo, in photos
The United States had Folarin Balogun in the lineup but had its defensive shortcomings exposed…
Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses
SEATTLE (AP) — Images told the story of the United States’ World Cup downfall. Christian…
Ramos homers twice, adds 5 RBIs to help Giants whip Blue Jays 10-1
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (AP) — Heliot Ramos homered twice and drove in five runs to…
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