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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.”
One cyclist killed, two injured in Okanagan Granfondo
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Police said the driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.
Highway 97 in Kelowna closed after Mountie injured in crash
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The officer was hurt in the crash and taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
One dead in Fraser Canyon head-on collision
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One man did not survive, while four others had minor injuries, if any at all.
Fundraiser launched for Okanagan Granfondo crash survivor
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Described as an avid cyclist, she is one of two survivors in the collision with a vehicle that killed one gran fondo collision.
Cyclists reeling in wake of Okanagan Granfondo fatal collision
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"It was hard to go through the awards ceremony without questioning if this is what we're supposed to be doing."
‘Unfair and flawed’: Tribunal orders ICBC to pay after it cancels victim’s treatment
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"I find ICBC’s interpretation of the medical evidence to be unduly narrow."
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.”
Man fleeing immigration officers in Florida is struck and killed by tractor trailer, police say
A man running from an encounter with immigration and other federal agents in Florida was struck and killed by a tractor trailer on Tuesday, authorities said. It was the third death in a week involving encounters with U.S. Immigration and...
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…
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…
Will Hamilton hit pause on data centres? Council set to vote on moratorium
Hamilton is expected to vote today on whether to become the first city in Canada…
Top EU official visits Ukraine and pledges continued support against Russia’s invasion
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen went to Kyiv on…
Iran threatens to halt Mideast energy exports after US reimposes a blockade and intensifies strikes
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The U.S. reimposed a naval blockade on Iran and…
Human rights groups sue over Trump administration’s sanctions on ICC for investigations into Israel
WASHINGTON (AP) — Two human rights groups say Trump administration sanctions imposed on the International…
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…
Biden will publish ‘Promise Me, America’ memoir after the November midterm elections
NEW YORK (AP) — Former President Joe Biden will publish a memoir this fall, publisher…
Biden will publish ‘Promise Me, America’ memoir after the November midterm elections
NEW YORK (AP) — Former President Joe Biden will publish a memoir this fall, publisher…
Fact File: Fake Canadian fashion boutiques mislead shoppers
Multiple online retail businesses are advertising themselves as Canadian boutiques on platforms including Facebook. But…
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…
Former England forward Mason Greenwood makes $44M move to Fenerbahce
ISTANBUL (AP) — Former England forward Mason Greenwood signed for Fenerbahce to join his third…
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