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April 20 2026 04:00 AM
South Okanagan couple’s efforts prompt regional district to consider tiny homes
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Rather than fend off the increasing number of people living in tiny homes and RVs, the regional district is exploring how to fold it into their zoning rules.
Canada Post beginning work to end most door-to-door mail delivery
OTTAWA — Canada Post is starting preliminary work to convert addresses that receive door-to-door mail to community mailboxes, and to…
Former South Okanagan chiropractor fined for not completing medical records
The chiropractor has since moved to Newfoundland.
More privacy breaches and bullying lands Kamloops mayor back in hot water
"In my opinion, no Mayor should treat staff in this manner and the Mayor owes these staff an unqualified apology."
‘You don’t want any negativity’: Why most NHL goalies don’t speak on game day
Logan Thompson stepped off the ice and headed up the tunnel before turning left. The Washington Capitals goaltender made a…
Universal Ostrich Farm owner suing sister over historic real estate agreement
They wanted to live like "one big happy family" but it didn't work out that way.
Kelowna may lower fees for home builders in response to complaints
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“Both the Urban Development Institute and Canadian Homebuilders Association - Central Okanagan have made note of several ways in which City actions could make new development more viable, until the market recovers.”
Okanagan Humane Society ordered to pay $3,000 for adopting out owner’s pets
The pet owner only wanted the humane society to keep them on a temporary basis.
Penticton-Summerland MLA leaves BC Conservatives to end action-packed rookie year
“No one can deny that it's upsetting and that constituents are entitled to be upset about it. I acknowledge that they voted for a party banner. But ultimately, there was no way that I could maintain my own integrity and work with that man.”
Not much celebration planned for 4/20 in Okanagan, Kamloops
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“It is a Monday, it's a weekday, and Mondays are like, ‘ugh, Monday.’ But why not start the week right?"
iN NUMBERS: How British Columbians feel about Canada’s NHL teams
Which Canadian NHL team do you think has the best chance of bringing the Stanley Cup home?
Invasive Siberian elm trees frustrating for Kamloops, Okanagan gardeners
"It's an ongoing problem for the gardening community here, you learn to live with it the best you can."
Vernon chiropractor convicted of sexually assaulting patient launching appeal
The 61-year-old has a history of sexual misconduct.
Case dropped against BC restaurateur accused of defrauding Penticton winery
The civil dispute is still ongoing.
South Okanagan couple’s efforts prompt regional district to consider tiny homes
Rather than fend off the increasing number of people living in tiny homes and RVs, the regional district is exploring how to fold it into their zoning rules.
Bus accident in Indian-controlled Kashmir kills 21 people
SRINAGAR, India (AP) — A passenger bus slid off a Himalayan highway and rolled down a steep, rocky slope onto a road below in Indian-controlled Kashmir on Monday, killing at least 21 people and injuring about 45 others, officials said....
Not much celebration planned for 4/20 in Okanagan, Kamloops
“It is a Monday, it's a weekday, and Mondays are like, ‘ugh, Monday.’ But why not start the week right?"
April 17 2026 10:20 AM
iN DISCUSSION: Debate over access to MAID highlighted in lawsuit against BC hospital
"MLAs Tara Armstrong and Amelia Boultbee both quit within months the BC Conservative Party that got them elected. Armstrong will be recalled over it. Boultbee said on social media she plans to remain an independent, may have been her strategy all along."
April 13 2026 12:00 PM
THOMPSON: How history will judge America’s war with Iran
"Twenty-five years or so from today, students of history will look back at the tipping point that signalled America’s decline as the singular world power with the most control of the fate of everyone on Earth."
April 10 2026 12:00 PM
iN DISCUSSION: Stop giving our social media overlords so much power
Check out this new Canadian-owned social media platform.
First Nations say Eby backs down again, now seeks joint path on B.C. Indigenous law
VICTORIA — British Columbia Premier David Eby has backed down again on the pausing of…
Protesters outside Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu festival marking 1 year after 11 were killed
VANCOUVER — It was to be a day of reflection and remembrance a year after…
April 20 2026 05:46 AM
Inflation jumps to 2.4% in March driven by Iran war oil shock, StatCan says
OTTAWA — The annual rate of inflation accelerated to 2.4 per cent in March as…
April 20 2026 03:00 AM
Ottawa unveils $25M to boost advanced manufacturing at trade fair in Germany
OTTAWA — The federal government is unveiling $25 million to support 14 projects meant to…
April 20 2026 01:13 AM
In the news today: Gas tax pause, Canada Post voting begins, Mary Simon visits UN
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
April 20 2026 06:45 AM
Tired of political turmoil, Bulgarians give ex-president a convincing mandate for change
SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — The center-left coalition of ex-president Rumen Radev has emerged as the…
April 20 2026 06:45 AM
Japan warns of slightly increased risk of mega-quake after a 7.7-magnitude one
TOKYO (AP) — An earthquake registering a preliminary magnitude of 7.7 off northern Japan on…
April 20 2026 06:45 AM
Man kills 8 children and shoots his wife and another woman in Shreveport, Louisiana
SHREVEPORT, La. (AP) — A Louisiana man who fatally shot seven of his children and…
Inflation jumps to 2.4% in March driven by Iran war oil shock, StatCan says
OTTAWA — The annual rate of inflation accelerated to 2.4 per cent in March as…
Ottawa unveils $25M to boost advanced manufacturing at trade fair in Germany
OTTAWA — The federal government is unveiling $25 million to support 14 projects meant to…
Raptors turn to neoclassical sound for playoff hype videos, tapping pianist Tony Ann
The Toronto Raptors are back in the playoffs, and their hype videos are doing things…
Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, with ‘Sold’ topping the list
NEW YORK (AP) — Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, according to…
April 20 2026 06:46 AM
Sens look forward after Game 1 loss; Zub’s status unclear after exiting with injury
RALEIGH — Thomas Chabot felt his team handled things fairly well. The Ottawa Senators expected…
April 20 2026 06:31 AM
Raptors turn to neoclassical sound for playoff hype videos, tapping pianist Tony Ann
The Toronto Raptors are back in the playoffs, and their hype videos are doing things…
April 20 2026 06:31 AM
Nahid Rana takes five wickets as Bangladesh beats New Zealand to level ODI series
MIRPUR, Bangladesh (AP) — Pace bowler Nahid Rana claimed 5-32 to help Bangladesh win the…
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