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Proposed Kamloops bylaw could target mayor’s unpaid property taxes
The new bylaw would give the city the power to withhold an elected official's salary to repay outstanding debts to the city.
WANTED: People fascinated in the Okanagan’s night sky
Every wonder exactly what you’re looking at when you turn your gaze to the night sky? A society of astronomy…
Charges laid after botched cosmetic operations in Kamloops
A Kamloops woman is facing four criminal charges after giving unqualified cosmetic procedures. Jessica Noelle Earthy, born 1979, allegedly posed…
Near perfect conditions to view full Wolf moon in Kamloops, Okanagan
The Wolf moon is reaching peak illumination and thanks to a string of clear overnight skies in Kamloops and the…
Terminally ill Salmon Arm grandmother leaving legacy of love, family and nursing
Family members gather in a spacious, brightly lit living room in a third storey apartment chatting, laughing and baking together…
iN PHOTOS: Winter birds fluff up for warmth in Kamloops, Okanagan
The winter landscapes in Kamloops and the Okanagan are alive with birds and area photographers are busy photographing them. Birds…
BC lottery winner sued by colleagues claiming ticket was part of work pool
A BC truck driver who won $2-million in the lottery has managed to hang onto his winnings after he was…
Kelowna man jailed for 8 months for possession of child sexual abuse material
RCMP found 1,724 pictures and 16 videos of child sexual abuse and exploitation on a USB flash drive plugged into his laptop.
iN VIDEO: Okanagan Guitar Festival hosts classical concerts
Three back-to-back classical guitar concerts were held at The Cathedral Church of St Michael &…
Years-long farm land dispute ends with $60,000 fine for Lake Country RV park
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The ordeal lasted seven years as the commission wanted to return three acres of a Lake Country property to farm-use.
2026 Dragon Boat Festival Brings Racing, Culture and Community to Riverside Park
The sound of paddles slicing through the water and cheering crowds will fill Riverside Park…
iN PHOTOS: Funny looking veggies crop up in Okanagan, Kamloops
Have a look and see what you think these recently harvested veggies look like.
Kelowna Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market growing strong in the Landmark District Community
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Kelowna’s longest-running outdoor market is now over 31 years old and has long been a…
Kelowna Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market growing strong in the Landmark District Community
Kelowna's longest-running outdoor market is now over 31 years old and has long been a favourite among local shoppers who stop by to grab something fresh for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The produce from local farmers, artwork from local creatives,...
N.S. Court of Appeal says province can’t deny people in tents enhanced income support
HALIFAX — Nova Scotia's Court of Appeal ruled Wednesday that the province cannot refuse enhanced income support to unhoused people living in tents.The unanimous ruling by a panel of three judges overturned a Nova Scotia Supreme Court decision last year...
Alleged Irish organized crime boss Daniel Kinahan extradited to Dublin from Dubai
LONDON (AP) — The alleged leader of an Irish organized crime gang is on his way back to Ireland from Dubai to face charges that he ran an international drug smuggling and money laundering empire with tentacles that stretched to...
Dark-web drug trafficker is sentenced in B.C. after being extradited from Germany
VICTORIA — A Victoria man who was recently extradited from Germany to face accusations of running a dark-web drug trafficking ring has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison after pleading guilty to five charges.RCMP say 29-year-old...
iN DISCUSSION: Kelowna mayor and councillor partying at Hotel Eldorado sends wrong message
"Here's my hope for all would-be politicians — leave the office better than you found it."
JONESIE: Well, look who was partying at the Eldorado Hotel this weekend
See if you can note the difference between the responses of the two candidates for mayor.
iN DISCUSSION: Is name recognition the way to choose a local candidate to vote for?
"We've been pondering how to cover this municipal election."
B.C. wildfire showing little new growth after forcing thousands to flee
PENTICTON — Dawn Wertz says she was celebrating her niece’s 21st birthday at a party…
Confusion and anger in wake of tainted evidence and a failed B.C. murder case
AGASSIZ — Gena Edwards, president of the BC Native Women’s Association, said that when Frederick…
Poilievre tells Carney in letter to not concede to U.S. demands in tariff talks
OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is calling on Prime Minister Mark Carney to show…
Lawyers concerned by proposed changes to access to information system
OTTAWA — Lawyers and organizations working on environmental issues and migrants’ rights are concerned about…
B.C. wildfire showing little new growth after forcing thousands to flee
PENTICTON — Dawn Wertz says she was celebrating her niece’s 21st birthday at a party…
Shanghai cancels at least 1,300 flights as Typhoon Dolphin hits China’s eastern coast
BEIJING (AP) — Typhoon Dolphin hit China’s eastern coast on Sunday evening after forcing over…
British Columbia is logging its last old growth. Protesters are sleeping in the road to stop it
PORT RENFREW, British Columbia (AP) — The five-car caravan crept down a gravel logging road…
El-Sayed spoke with Obama as Michigan Democrats look to unite after a bitter Senate primary
BRIDGEWATER, N.J. (AP) — Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Michigan, said…
Poilievre tells Carney in letter to not concede to U.S. demands in tariff talks
OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is calling on Prime Minister Mark Carney to show…
Does Wealthsimple want to add sports, politics to its new prediction markets product?
TORONTO — Wealthsimple’s newest product has given armchair economists and Canadians convinced they can predict…
As the world rediscovers ‘The Odyssey,’ disabled actors in Greece explore the pain of war
EPIDAURUS, Greece (AP) — As Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” renews global fascination with Homer, a…
Whitney Houston’s new No. 1s album, first-ever Barbie, Clive Davis and more: A Q&A with Pat Houston
NEW YORK (AP) — It was four decades ago next year that Whitney Houston released…
Panthers sign QB Kyle Trask with Hall of Fame game hero Haynes King sidelined
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers signed Kyle Trask as a third quarterback on…
Does Wealthsimple want to add sports, politics to its new prediction markets product?
TORONTO — Wealthsimple’s newest product has given armchair economists and Canadians convinced they can predict…
Jacobs’ stoppage-time goal gives the Courage a 4-3 win over the Spirit
Natalie Jacobs scored late in stoppage time to give the visiting North Carolina Courage a…
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