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April 02 2026 11:38 AM
Kelowna Rockets sweep Kamloops Blazers in WHL playoffs
The Rockets may face the WHL regular season leader the Everett Silvertips in the second round.
Overdose deaths drop by 21 per cent, but 1,826 deaths in 2025 still a ‘profound loss’
VICTORIA — More than 1,800 people died in British Columbia last year from illicit drug overdoses, and while the coroner’s…
Canada loses gold in overtime to rival U.S. team; Jacobs to curl for gold
MILAN — Canada’s women’s hockey team was denied a repeat gold medal after a crushing 2-1 overtime defeat to the…
Former Kelowna nurse made racist remarks and advocated violence: college
But his comments about the pandemic were found be have been taken out of context.
Kelowna launches overnight security patrol in response to crime complaints
Downtown crime, homelessness and drug use has been a major concern for the business community.
Gang unit seizes guns, drugs and makes arrests in South Okanagan
“We were able to safely apprehend high-risk offenders and disrupt drug trafficking activity before it escalated further."
Avalanche kills snowmobiler in southeastern B.C.: RCMP
FERNIE — Mounties say a snowmobiler has died near Fernie in southeastern B.C. after being caught in an avalanche. Police…
Suspected carjacker nabbed after mini crime spree in Kelowna
He carjacked an automotive shop employee taking a customer's vehicle for a test drive.
Handful of BC nurses caught stealing narcotics
Every year numerous nurses are caught pilfering drugs from work.
Shuswap woman reflects on power of community after fleeing Dubai at start of Iran war
"We were in a war zone. I was on edge, I’d never had air missile threats, I’d never had to run for shelter.”
Vernon dine and dasher’s apology gets him released from custody
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“Your apologies are accepted. You’re obviously in a better state of mind.”
Kamloops may soon give you the boot for unpaid parking tickets
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Kamloops may soon crack down on repeat parking violators.
Parcel in new Kamloops industrial park sold in $22M deal
The land sale is a "strong signal of confidence" in the industrial park and the local market.
Vernon dine and dasher’s apology gets him released from custody
“Your apologies are accepted. You’re obviously in a better state of mind.”
Carney says he’s still committed to green incentives promised during leadership race
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney says he's still committed to delivering incentives to help Canadians go green, something he promised during his bid for the Liberal leadership a year ago but has so far not fully delivered.Carney promised a...
Potential for Chinese EV production at Stellantis plant raises concerns
TORONTO — The prospect of U.S. automaker Stellantis using its Brampton, Ont., facility as a bare bones assembly plant for Chinese electric vehicles is being panned by Unifor. The union confirmed Thursday that Stellantis is exploring the option of bringing...
Okanagan ideal climate for growing cannabis; getting bud to consumers a challenge
“I wouldn't have done it if I had known what I know now.”
April 01 2026 12:00 PM
iN DISCUSSION: Should voters be able to recall municipal politicians?
"He's left more than a few folks wondering who the real Peter Milobar is."
March 30 2026 12:00 PM
THOMPSON: The mind-boggling financial cost of Trump’s war on Iran
"The U.S. has spent $1.3 Million per minute…PER MINUTE…for a month. That’s more than $50 Billion."
March 27 2026 10:55 AM
iN DISCUSSION: How do we deal with ever-evolving scams?
"People often feel deep shame when they are targeted. They don't want to talk about it."
B.C. Appeals Court sides with First Nation over Aboriginal title on Nootka Island
VANCOUVER — The B.C. Court of Appeal says a lower court judge used an “arbitrary…
B.C. faces ‘complete opposition’ after telling First Nations of plan to suspend DRIPA
VICTORIA — British Columbia’s government has proposed suspending its Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous…
April 02 2026 12:57 PM
B.C. Appeals Court sides with First Nation over Aboriginal title on Nootka Island
VANCOUVER — The B.C. Court of Appeal says a lower court judge used an “arbitrary…
April 02 2026 12:41 PM
Tory MP echoes calls for Carney to apologize to Grassy Narrows over protest remarks
OTTAWA — The Conservative critic for Indigenous Services is echoing calls for Prime Minister Mark…
April 02 2026 12:38 PM
B.C. faces ‘complete opposition’ after telling First Nations of plan to suspend DRIPA
VICTORIA — British Columbia’s government has proposed suspending its Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous…
April 02 2026 01:00 PM
Massachusetts State Police troopers arraigned over recruit’s death in boxing match
WORCESTER, Mass. (AP) — A supervisor and two instructors with a Massachusetts State Police tactical…
April 02 2026 01:00 PM
The Latest: Trump says Pam Bondi out as his attorney general, Blanche will serve as acting AG
President Donald Trump said Thursday Pam Bondi is out as his attorney general. Trump in…
April 02 2026 01:00 PM
Exclusive: Universities of Wisconsin leaders looking to oust system president who refuses to quit
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The president of the University of Wisconsin system said in letters…
Prediction markets challenge tribal casinos’ hard-won place in US gambling
EDGEWOOD, N.M. (AP) — At the Indian Gaming Association’s annual convention in San Diego this…
BC Ferries head says service remains reliable despite vessel disruptions
HORSESHOE BAY — The president of BC Ferries says service remains at “over 99 per…
Rapper Pooh Shiesty charged with kidnapping over alleged dispute involving rapper Gucci Mane’s label
DALLAS (AP) — Federal prosecutors on Thursday accused rapper Pooh Shiesty and eight others of…
Bruce Hornsby looks back with new album ‘Indigo Park’ that mixes simplicity and complexity
NEW YORK (AP) — Bruce Hornsby’s new, reflective album starts off sweetly and melodically, a…
April 02 2026 12:43 PM
Prediction markets challenge tribal casinos’ hard-won place in US gambling
EDGEWOOD, N.M. (AP) — At the Indian Gaming Association’s annual convention in San Diego this…
April 02 2026 12:31 PM
Barcelona routs Real Madrid 6-0 at Camp Nou to reach Women’s Champions League semifinals
Barcelona scored six goals again to outclass Real Madrid 6-0 and reach a record-extending eighth…
April 02 2026 12:31 PM
Florida’s Swamp renovation won’t affect stadium capacity, AD Scott Stricklin says
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Swamp’s high-priced makeover won’t affect attendance or ambiance inside one…
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