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Refusing to confirm his name nets Armstrong senior a day behind bars
His pseudo-legal nonsense didn't get very far in court.
Plummeting loonie means more Americans hitting slopes in Thompson-Okanagan
Ski resorts in the Thompson-Okanagan region are seeing more American tourist this season thanks, in party, to a significant drop…
Kelowna woman ‘speechless’ after $250K lotto win
A Kelowna woman won $250,000 from a Scratch and Win ticket. Jerri Ehret was speechless when she found out she…
Vancouver Canucks cancel Young Stars Tournament in Penticton
The much-anticipated Young Stars Tournament in Penticton has been cancelled, and it’s been replaced by an event in Seattle. The…
Kamloops council pauses public podium time for two months
Kamloops council is taking a break from its weekly question period. Months after someone streamed pornography into a council meeting…
Kelowna orchard fined $7,900 for not having seatbelt on a tractor
A Kelowna orchard has been fined $7,900 for not having a seatbelt on a tractor. According to a recently published…
‘Vulgar misogynist:’ North Okanagan senior guilty in road rage incident
A foul-mouthed North Okanagan senior described as “vulgar” and “blatantly misogynist” has been found guilty following a road rage incident…
BC landlord who used piece of plywood for wheelchair ramp on the hook for $30K
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The landlord promised a wheelchair accessible home, but failed to deliver.
iN NUMBERS: Construction of new homes in B.C. down significantly this year
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Single-detached houses have seen a way bigger drop than housing like duplexes and townhomes.
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.
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.
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,...
BC landlord who used piece of plywood for wheelchair ramp on the hook for $30K
The landlord promised a wheelchair accessible home, but failed to deliver.
AP News in Brief at 12:04 a.m. EDT
Israel rejects Trump's Gaza plan, more details emerge on the Strait of Hormuz and other Mideast news Israel on Sunday rejected a deal announced by U.S. President Donald Trump for Gaza. Details emerged on the potential deal between Iran and...
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."
Woman dead in B.C. wildfire as grim video reveals village in ruins
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PENTICTON — The wildfire raging near Okanagan Lake in British Columbia’s southern Interior claimed the…
First Nations chiefs in B.C. call on Carney, Smith, to halt pipeline advancement
A group that represents numerous First Nations across British Columbia is calling on Ottawa and…
Woman dead in B.C. wildfire as grim video reveals village in ruins
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PENTICTON — The wildfire raging near Okanagan Lake in British Columbia’s southern Interior claimed the…
Bear attacks three-year-old girl playing on deck outside home in Maple Ridge, B.C.
MAPLE RIDGE — A young girl is in hospital after police and conservation officials say…
Porter Airline flight cancelled due to child refusing to fasten seatbelt
VICTORIA — Porter Airlines says a flight was cancelled after a child refused to buckle…
Ukrainian drone attack on the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk kills 12, authorities say
A Ukrainian drone attack Monday on the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk killed 12 people and…
South Korea, US to begin exercises next week to bolster readiness against North’s threats
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean and U.S. troops will begin their annual exercises…
Count Binface, the man in a can with a plan, seeks Parliament seat in Britain’s wackiest election
LONDON (AP) — Timing is everything in comedy and, so it seems, in British politics…
Porter Airline flight cancelled due to child refusing to fasten seatbelt
VICTORIA — Porter Airlines says a flight was cancelled after a child refused to buckle…
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…
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ keeps record pace, ‘The Odyssey’ sets new high for Nolan
NEW YORK (AP) — “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” continued its blistering pace in theaters, collecting…
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…
Thorns survive Legacy rally behind Tordin’s hat trick in 4-3 win
Pietra Tordin scored three goals and the visiting Portland Thorns held off the Boston Legacy…
Austin Hays hits pinch, 2-run home run in his first at-bat with the Padres
SAN DIEGO (AP) — It took Austin Hays just four pitches to show the San…
Fernando Tatis Jr. and newcomer Austin Hays power Padres to 7-2 victory over Astros
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr. hit a go-ahead, three-run homer and pinch-hitter Austin…
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iN VIDEO: Okanagan Guitar Festival hosts classical concerts
Three back-to-back classical guitar concerts were held at The Cathedral Church of St Michael &…