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Controversial Okanagan MLA rumoured to be rejoining BC Cons as recall ramps up
"It looks like she may be actively internally campaigning with the Conservatives to rejoin them.”
iN NUMBERS: Summer of music in Okanagan, Kamloops
Some of the biggest music festivals of the summer have already passed, but the dog days aren’t over just yet.
iN PHOTOS: A week of celestial wonders captured in Okanagan, Kamloops
The night sky is filled with colours and light.
Vernon paddleboarder victim of hit and run on Kal Lake
“I had high hopes they were going to show us some humanity and help us."
Fired Westside fire chief loses human rights case against regional district
At the time, the fire chief's suspension caused a local uproar.
Kelowna massage therapist suspended after making 97 fraudulent claims
She then denied it to the regulator.
Here’s the rules for e-bikes, e-scooters that Kelowna cops and schools are worried about
“Although Central Okanagan Public Schools does not have such a policy, we will continue to work with families and authorities to educate on safety and compliance with provincial laws.”
Okanagan, Kamloops in for some heat with a dash of lighting
Temperatures are expected to stay around the mid-30s.
Kamloops mayor threatens to suspend employee during council meeting
"I don't know if you know, but the mayor can suspend any municipal officer or employee."
Taps turned off for some North Okanagan farmers due to water restrictions
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"When one user exceeds their allocation, it directly affects what remains available to others."
iN PHOTOS: Ride a lift to alpine blooms at local ski hills in Okanagan, Kamloops
Several outdoor lovers captured the beauty of the alpine this month.
RCMP find the body of a missing boater in Mara Lake near Sicamous
“While this is a tragic outcome, we hope the recovery of the missing man brings some closure to his family and friends."
Lake Country launches free ‘Scottie’ the summer shuttle to improve public transit
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The shuttle rides are free for everyone and it’s meant to get people to destinations like beaches and restaurants.
Taps turned off for some North Okanagan farmers due to water restrictions
"When one user exceeds their allocation, it directly affects what remains available to others."
Demand to list short-term rentals in Kelowna slow to recover
“Any government at any level, when they're making policy decisions, the first thing they need to do is determine what is the metric of success.”
ICE should do traffic stops despite recent shootings, Trump says, seeming to oppose new suspension
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency should continue vehicle stops after recent fatal shootings, President Donald Trump said on Wednesday, seeming to oppose a new suspension of the practice used as part of his immigration crackdown. ICE...
Kenyan court dismisses Rastafari case seeking to legalize marijuana
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Kenya’s High Court on Wednesday dismissed a petition seeking to legalize the use of cannabis by Rastafarians for religious purposes. Justice Bahati Mwamuye said Kenya’s laws prohibiting the cultivation and use of marijuana do not violate...
iN DISCUSSION: Kelowna’s unemployment rate seems high
"What am I missing about this unemployment rate? It can't be all youth, can it?"
THOMPSON: How do Trump and his supporters live with themselves?
Like rats fleeing a sinking ship, those who have tied themselves inextricably to Donald J. Trump are in trouble.
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."
Feds, most provinces get top marks on internal trade — but more work to be done
OTTAWA — The federal government has gone from a C student to top of the…
300 jobs lost as Canfor closes pulp mill outside Prince George, B.C.
VANCOUVER — Forestry company Canfor announced Tuesday its plan to permanently close its Northwood pulp…
Bank of Canada holds key rate steady at 2.25%, predicts economic rebound
OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada held its benchmark interest rate steady for the sixth…
Feds, most provinces get top marks on internal trade — but more work to be done
OTTAWA — The federal government has gone from a C student to top of the…
In the news today: U.S.-Iran tensions grow, rate decision, chiefs gather in Ottawa
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Heavy rains keep drenching South Texas, tornado reported in San Antonio
UVALDE, Texas (AP) — Slow-moving storms with heavy rain were drenching a large swath of…
Senate holding hearing for Trump’s pick to head intelligence agencies after weekslong delay
WASHINGTON (AP) — Jay Clayton, President Donald Trump’s pick to head the nation’s intelligence agencies,…
The Latest: Trump says ICE should continue traffic stops despite new policy to halt them
President Donald Trump says Immigration and Customs Enforcementshould continue traffic stops after two deadly shootings…
Bank of Canada holds key rate steady at 2.25%, predicts economic rebound
OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada held its benchmark interest rate steady for the sixth…
Latin and country surge in the US as more music is being streamed than ever before
NEW YORK (AP) — Halfway through 2026, a few music, film and TV streaming trends…
Latin and country surge in the US as more music is being streamed than ever before
NEW YORK (AP) — Halfway through 2026, a few music, film and TV streaming trends…
US negotiator Brett McGurk will release a book on the Hamas hostage crisis
NEW YORK (AP) — A lead U.S. negotiator for the release of hundreds of people…
Steve Yzerman abruptly steps down as general manager of the Detroit Red Wings
DETROIT (AP) — Steve Yzerman abruptly stepped down as general manager of the Detroit Red…
World Cup star Lopes returns to Champions League action captaining Shamrock Rovers to win
DUBLIN (AP) — World Cup star Roberto ‘Pico’ Lopes returned to action in the Champions…
Short-handed Toronto Tempo trying to soldier on without Sykes, Rice and Fagbenle
TORONTO — Head coach Sandy Brondello nodded in sad agreement as Toronto Tempo guard Julie…
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