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BC pub fined $7,000 for accepting cash to push one brand of beer
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The brewery offered inducements to numerous bars.
iN PHOTOS: How a North Okanagan cabin was built for $500 in 1974
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“It’s perfectly sound, it’ll probably last for a couple hundred years."
iN NUMBERS: How reducing immigration is going to impact Thompson-Okanagan’s population
The federal government’s initiatives to slow-down immigration have thrown off the population projections that cities rely on to inform things like housing policy.
Two suspects arrested after series of suspicious grass fires in West Kelowna
“Intentionally setting fires creates a significant risk to our community and first responders.”
Prosecute all domestic killings as first-degree murder: Kamloops MP
While they could still be released on bail, the change would also block police from releasing repeat offenders before they see a judge.
‘DOESN’T MAKE SENSE:’ Domestic violence laws not in time for Bailey McCourt
The flaws in the court system around how it handles domestic violence have been highlighted by the recent tragedy in…
Project Sticky Fingers nets 14 shoplifting suspects in West Kelowna
"Our team worked closely with partners in loss prevention to hold offenders accountable and disrupt those responsible for repeat theft and related crimes.”
iN NUMBERS: How B.C. drivers secure their pets, or don’t
“For many of us, pets are part of the family, and we want them with us wherever we go.”
Former co-op home purchased by Kamloops hospital foundation for patients, doctors
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A Kamloops housing co-op had a unique property to sell, and now the nine-bedroom home will be used for cancer patients and visiting doctors.
West Kelowna makes list for best winery restaurants in the world
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Wine Enthusiast said Quails’ Gate Winery’s Old Vines Restaurant isn't just a spot for a "meat-and-cheese platter between pours."
Summer brings Roller Nights, Dancing, and Sunset Yoga at Stuart Park
The City of Kelowna is hosting Roller Night, Dancing in the Park, and Sunset Yoga!…
RCMP investigating woman’s death in Kelowna as suspicious
Her body was found in the back of a vehicle.
A hot Okanagan summer for music fans
There's a festival for almost every music fan throughout the Thompson-Okanagan.
BC pub fined $7,000 for accepting cash to push one brand of beer
The brewery offered inducements to numerous bars.
150 residents displaced after fire hits apartment building in New Westminster, B.C.
NEW WESTMINSTER — Around 150 residents are without homes after a fire gutted an apartment building in New Westminster, B.C., and trapped multiple residents on balconies, officials said.The City of New Westminster said the fire started at around 1:30 p.m....
Both engines flamed out before small jet crashed in June on Texas highway, NTSB report says
Both engines flamed out on a small business jet that crashed on a Texas highway in June, preventing the pilots from being able to reach a nearby airport, the National Transportation Safety Board said in an preliminary investigation report released...
Ontario man sentenced to 20 years in U.S. for leading cross-border drug ring
An Ontario man convicted in the United States of running a drug-trafficking operation across the border into Canada has been sentenced to 20 years in prison.Guramrit Sidhu of Brampton, Ont., pleaded guilty earlier this year to leading a drug ring...
iN DISCUSSION: Was AI responsible for the Tumbler Ridge tragedy?
"The confusion over cause and effect continues, although in Canada we tend to treat it as a feature, not a bug."
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'."
150 residents displaced after fire hits apartment building in New Westminster, B.C.
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NEW WESTMINSTER — Around 150 residents are without homes after a fire gutted an apartment…
Highway 1 reopens in Fraser Canyon as crews battle B.C. wildfires
Highway 1 has reopened in British Columbia’s Fraser Canyon as crews continue to battle twin…
Ford and Unifor strike tentative deal for three-year labour contract
A new deal has been struck for a three-year labour contract between a union representing…
‘It’s looking good’: Carney chats pipelines while mingling at Calgary Stampede
CALGARY — Prime Minister Mark Carney, on the heels of a trip to the Middle…
Two dead, several injured in shooting at Toronto’s Salsa on St. Clair festival
TORONTO — A shooting at Toronto’s popular Salsa on St. Clair festival on Saturday night…
Your World Cup team’s been knocked out. Which semifinalist should you root for?
So, your team of choice has been knocked out of the World Cup. You want…
Typhoon Bavi weakens but brings strong winds and rain to China as more than 2 million evacuated
BEIJING (AP) — Typhoon Bavi weakened to a severe tropical storm after making landfall in…
Alvarez’s 112th-minute goal helps lift Argentina past Switzerland 3-1 and into World Cup semifinals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Julián Alvarez sent defending champion Argentina back to the World…
Your World Cup team’s been knocked out. Which semifinalist should you root for?
So, your team of choice has been knocked out of the World Cup. You want…
Ford and Unifor strike tentative deal for three-year labour contract
A new deal has been struck for a three-year labour contract between a union representing…
Your World Cup team’s been knocked out. Which semifinalist should you root for?
So, your team of choice has been knocked out of the World Cup. You want…
‘Ted Lasso’ stars bring World Cup fever to Kansas City as Argentina faces Switzerland
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Lionel Messi and reigning World Cup champion Argentina playing for…
Your World Cup team’s been knocked out. Which semifinalist should you root for?
So, your team of choice has been knocked out of the World Cup. You want…
Switzerland fumes after Breel Embolo red card in World Cup quarterfinal loss to Argentina
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Switzerland forward Breel Embolo was sent off in the second…
Conor McGregor suffers early knee injury in return, loses to Max Holloway at UFC 329
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Conor McGregor’s return against Max Holloway at UFC 329 ended at…
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