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Shuswap construction company fined $11,000 after worker killed on site
WorkSafeBC said unsafe practices had become normalized.
Kelowna man who broke his promise forced to sell property at huge loss
iNhome
He signed the deal to sell but got cold feet as housing prices surged.
Vernon woman wins $500,000 lotto prize
“I scanned it at the self-scanner. I thought the machine was lying."
Owners claim Spallumcheen tried to purchase property with drug lab, illegal logging
The township tried to buy the property after numerous attempts to enforce bylaws. The drug lab operation started after the deal fell through.
Fascinating slug mating process photographed in North Okanagan
“The organs found each other and the slugs joined into an umbrella shape."
Grass fire in Kamloops park blamed on after-school wienie roast
It was just one in a series of Kamloops grassfires beginning last month which is suspected to be arson.
Extreme heat expected to be brief in Kamloops, Okanagan this week
Temperatures are expected to hit 35 C to 37 C and only cooling off to 18 C overnight.
The Toughest Sport on Dirt returns to Kelowna
Professional Bull Riding is coming back to Kelowna as the PBR Canada Cup Series comes…
RCMP divers recover body of man who drowned in Okanagan Lake
The man, who wasn't wearing a lifejacket, was riding a tube behind a boat when he fell off.
Swimmers prepare to cross Okanagan Lake in longstanding Kelowna tradition
More than 1,200 swimmers are expected to take the plunge in Kelowna this weekend for…
Arson investigation launched into Kamloops-area grass fire
The blaze at Battle Bluffs spread to nearly six hectares before it was brought under control.
iN VIDEO: Rock the Lake celebrates 9 years
Rock the Lake celebrated its 9th year running at Prospera Place this past weekend. The…
Tesla driver caught reading in traffic ticketed in West Kelowna
iNwheels
"Regardless of the technology available in a vehicle, drivers are responsible for maintaining control and remaining attentive at all times."
Kamloops’ only meadery showcasing locally grown flavours
“There are a lot of people who are tasting mead for the first time and it’s fun watching their reactions."
How to protect yourself from the bad air caused by wildfires
When wildfires burn, smoke can travel long distances and degrade air quality far away, posing risks to those breathing it. Fires burning in one state can make the air worse several states away, and wildfires in Canada can send smoke...
Canadian Transportation Agency approves Lac-Mégantic bypass construction
MONTREAL — The Canadian Transportation Agency has approved the construction of a bypass to divert trains around downtown Lac-Mégantic, Que., 13 years after a runaway train derailed and killed 47 people when it smashed into the heart of downtown.The agency...
Montreal public health warns of rise in overdoses linked to fentanyl and carfentanil
MONTRÉAL — Montreal's regional public health department is sounding the alarm over a significant rise in overdoses linked to fentanyl use, as well as several fatal overdoses involving carfentanil.The health department says paramedics have administered naloxone medication more than 925...
JONESIE: We need to talk about MLA Amelia Boultbee
Boultbee used all the tactics against me and iNFOnews.ca she has been using against constituents and critics throughout her short political career — lied to my boss, trying to shut me up, then threatened to sue before this column even came out.
Boultbee is now a member of government and she's already enlisted the NDP for help — against me.
iN DISCUSSION: Keeping morale up at work during World Cup
"For true sports fans, these are unique life experiences."
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.
Port of Vancouver’s ‘transformational’ upgrade is referred to Major Projects Office
TSAWWASSEN — The federal government has referred a plan to vastly expand the Port of…
Town site of Boston Bar, B.C., ordered to evacuate as wildfire flares
iNhome
Gurvinder Badyal operates the Canyon Alpine Motel in Boston Bar, B.C., whose residents were ordered…
Quebec police ethics commissioner opens file into Montréal-Nord racism allegations
MONTREAL — Quebec’s police ethics commissioner says it is looking into allegations of racism and…
Canada’s Drug Agency recommends funding lecanemab for early-stage Alzheimer’s disease
TORONTO — Canada’s Drug Agency has recommended that public drug plans pay for a treatment…
Ontario asks Ottawa for wildfire help amid calls to rebuild destroyed First Nation
The Assembly of First Nations called on the federal government to provide immediate support to…
Homeland Security: Foreign journalist visas set at 240 days, Chinese reporters cut to 90 days
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration announced Thursday it will drastically shorten visas for foreign…
The Latest: Trump is expected to make election conspiracies a focus of his national address
President Donald Trump is set to address the nation Thursday at 9 p.m. ET on…
Mets-Phillies start time moved, MLS game between Vancouver-Chicago ppd. due to wildfire smoke
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The start time for the MLB game between the New York Mets…
Corus to centralize Calgary, Edmonton productions of Global News, 43 jobs cut
TORONTO — Corus Entertainment Inc. is slashing dozens of Global News roles across Canada as…
Port of Vancouver’s ‘transformational’ upgrade is referred to Major Projects Office
TSAWWASSEN — The federal government has referred a plan to vastly expand the Port of…
Homeland Security: Foreign journalist visas set at 240 days, Chinese reporters cut to 90 days
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration announced Thursday it will drastically shorten visas for foreign…
Corus to centralize Calgary, Edmonton productions of Global News, 43 jobs cut
TORONTO — Corus Entertainment Inc. is slashing dozens of Global News roles across Canada as…
Pelé’s game-worn jersey from 1958 World Cup final fetches $4.9 million at auction
NEW YORK (AP) — A No. 10 jersey worn by Brazil icon Pelé in the…
Mets-Phillies start time moved, MLS game between Vancouver-Chicago ppd. due to wildfire smoke
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The start time for the MLB game between the New York Mets…
Major League Soccer’s NYCFC says it wants to sign Christian Pulisic but AC Milan not interested
NEW YORK (AP) — New York City FC would like to acquire Christian Pulisic to…
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iN VIDEO: Rock the Lake celebrates 9 years
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The crew in the locomotive were pretty calm all things considered.
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