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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.”
Duelling Vernon stratas enter 12th year of ‘convoluted’ legal battle
iNhome
It was supposed to be a quick and easy investment, it is far from that.
Innovative café opening in Vernon breaks down employment barriers
An artsy café opening in Vernon this summer will be operated by residents with diverse abilities as part of a…
Visitors can sip on booze while watching Music in the Park in Kamloops
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Music in the park is kicking off for the summer in various districts in Kamloops and the Okanagan, and this…
iN PHOTOS: Six delicious berries growing in Okanagan, Kamloops
iNwine
A fruit that isn’t commonly seen is a Tayberry, which is a cross between a blackberry and a raspberry.
Cops investigate spiked drinks at Kamloops bars
iNwine
Kamloops RCMP says four people came forward after their drinks were tampered with at Kamloops bars in a four-day span.…
Okanagan stone fruit looking good for the first time in years
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Don’t jinx it, but a farm in West Kelowna is seeing loads of stone fruit on trees this summer for…
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
iNwine
"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
iNwheels
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.”
Trump: ICE should continue traffic stops after recent shootings, seeming to contradict new policy
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says Immigration and Customs Enforcement should continue traffic stops after recent fatal shootings, seeming to contradict a new policy to halt them. Trump wrote early Wednesday on his social media site ICE is “doing...
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…
Trump: ICE should continue traffic stops after recent shootings, seeming to contradict new policy
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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says Immigration and Customs Enforcement should continue traffic stops…
US launches airstrikes on Greater Tunb Island, strategic point in the Strait of Hormuz
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The U.S. military’s Central Command said Wednesday it launched…
The new malaria vaccine helps in Africa but faces a test: Completing all 4 doses
YAOUNDE, Cameroon (AP) — Rain had turned the dirt road into thick mud, but Mabel…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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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