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Kamloops adopts first-of-its-kind bylaw to recover unpaid taxes from politicians
It would add a novel punitive measure into council's remuneration policy.
Vernon RCMP renew appeal for information about missing man with Alzheimer’s
Vernon RCMP are asking people to keep an eye out for a man with Alzheimer’s who went missing a year…
RCMP say Kamloops stabbing was targeted
RCMP say a man was stabbed on Kamloops’ North Shore Wednesday night is lucky a passerby found him in a…
Kelowna man arrested in Ontario for hate crimes in B.C.
A Kelowna man accused of hate crimes was arrested in Ontario Wednesday. Gregory Joseph Bayliss, 41, was arrested in Kenora,…
Summerland taxpayers have their say on $6M in borrowing for road upgrades
The District of Summerland plans to borrow millions of dollars for road upgrades, but residents have a month to cast…
Vernon teen receives second annual Junior Good Citizen Award
A 15-year-old student received the second annual Vernon Junior Good Citizen award from the North Okanagan Optimist Club on Wednesday. The…
iN PHOTOS: Hungry predators on the hunt in Okanagan, Kamloops
Winter skies and backcountry landscapes in Kamloops and the Okanagan abound with birds of prey and hungry mammals busily hunting…
If humans cause wildfires, shouldn’t they be banned from the backcountry?
“If the intention is to reduce the number of wildfires, you're going to have to remove everybody."
iN PHOTOS: Wildfire smoke creates haunting atmosphere in the Okanagan, Kamloops
In the midst of the wildfire emergency, photographers are capturing the eerie smoke and changing skies.
iN NUMBERS: Where to go to escape the smoke in Okanagan, Kamloops
If you’ve got cash and vacation time you’re probably wondering where you could go for a breath of fresh air.
iN VIDEO: Crankworx Festival at SilverStar hosts international mountain biking competitions
There was plenty of dirt and big air over the weekend at the Crankworx SilverStar…
More jail for Knox Mountain arsonist who had ‘little grasp on reality’
The judge told the court he was clearly divorced from reality.
Kelowna’s H2O centre popular with those trying to escape the wildfire smoke
“We’ve seen quite a spike over the last four to five days.”
Photos show Italian winemakers harvesting grapes earlier due to extreme heat
CORTE FRANCA, Italy (AP) — Extreme heat is pushing Italy’s Franciacorta winemakers to harvest grapes earlier than expected. Rising temperatures and low rainfall are accelerating ripening, forcing producers to adapt as they work to preserve the quality of their wines....
Former Carney adviser, CMHC head named inaugural chair of Build Canada Homes
OTTAWA — Ottawa is appointing a former investment banker and public servant with links to Prime Minister Mark Carney to steer the board of directors at its affordable housing agency.Build Canada Homes' inaugural board chair Evan Siddall was CEO of...
What to know about the Bald Range fire and B.C.’s wildfire emergency
Here are key facts about the Bald Range wildfire that exploded within hours of its detection in British Columbia's south Okanagan region on Aug. 7. B.C. officials declared a provincewide state of emergency the next day, with Premier David Eby...
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: Some call for backcountry ban in midst of BC wildfires
Is it time to ban backcountry recreational activity?
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.
From goats to porcupines, these animal evacuees escaped B.C. wildfire
When a wildfire roared toward Summerland, B.C., staff from the Interior Wildlife Rehabilitation Society had…
B.C. fire evacuees find social media comfort amid official void about destruction
PENTICTON — Frustrated wildfire evacuees from Summerland, B.C., say they are seeking out alternative sources…
Montreal police chief pressed by residents over racism allegations involving officers
MONTREAL — Residents called for an independent public investigation into allegations of racism and misconduct…
From goats to porcupines, these animal evacuees escaped B.C. wildfire
When a wildfire roared toward Summerland, B.C., staff from the Interior Wildlife Rehabilitation Society had…
B.C. fire evacuees find social media comfort amid official void about destruction
PENTICTON — Frustrated wildfire evacuees from Summerland, B.C., say they are seeking out alternative sources…
Luxon survives another leadership vote months before New Zealand’s election
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said Wednesday that he…
Trump says Secret Service and the military wanted him off Air Force One in Turkey due to threat
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he slipped away from Air Force…
Sen. Darline Graham, US Rep. Ralph Norman advance to GOP runoff for US Senate in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Sen. Darline Graham and U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman have advanced to…
From goats to porcupines, these animal evacuees escaped B.C. wildfire
When a wildfire roared toward Summerland, B.C., staff from the Interior Wildlife Rehabilitation Society had…
Britain’s Andy Green sets another speed record, this time in a hydrogen-powered car
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WENDOVER, Utah (AP) — The only person to break the sound barrier in a car…
Sir Rod Stewart calls off remaining tour dates after coronary stent procedure
NEW YORK (AP) — Sir Rod Stewart will be unable to continue his “One Last…
Ultrarare Nintendo Mario game cartridges discovered in Wisconsin
A few years ago, a pop culture store owner in Wisconsin mentioned to Jason Ganos,…
Rybakina tops Osaka at NBO Toronto, Gauff advances on walkover after Bencic withdraws
TORONTO — Elena Rybakina defeated Naomi Osaka 4-6, 7-6 (5), 6-4 on Tuesday at the…
Ryan McMahon and Trent Grisham deliver clutch hits for Yankees in 4-1 win over slumping Mariners
NEW YORK (AP) — Ryan McMahon and Trent Grisham each hit a two-run single in…
Pete Crow-Armstrong hits 27th homer and Cubs beat Nationals 8-6 to move 20 games over .500
WASHINGTON (AP) — Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman and Seiya Suzuki homered, and the Chicago Cubs…
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