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‘Get out now’: Summerland evacuee forced to leave livestock behind
“We watched the fire come over the mountain and light up and it was unbelievable how quickly it spread."
New immigration initiative aims to bring more French speakers to Kelowna
The federal government is launching a program to bring more French speakers to Kelowna to help grow Francophone communities outside…
Union wanted $40,000 after Peachland published fired employee’s name in error
The union representing staff at the District of Peachland wanted $40,000 after the municipality accidentally published the name of a…
BC weed store with ‘no babies’ policy avoids fine for underage sale
A BC weed store which wouldn’t let anyone under 19 enter the premises, including babies, has managed to avoid a…
Montana’s Brier in Kelowna chance for curling community to show off its sport
Anticipation for the men’s national curling championship has been building for years, and the Kelowna curling community is hoping the…
What to do on Valentine’s Day in Okanagan, Kamloops
Love is in the air every year around Feb. 14, but sometimes it can be challenging to find something special…
Square dancing making a comeback in Okanagan, Kamloops
Square dancing is experiencing a bit of a renaissance in the Okanagan and Kamloops after popularity of the social activity…
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.
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.
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...
Captain of Air India flight that injured 24 is investigated after drug reports
NEW DELHI (AP) — India’s aviation ministry said Wednesday it was awaiting drug test results for the captain of an Air India flight that dropped about 300 feet (90 meters) suddenly midair last week, injuring 24 passengers and crew members....
Federal government invests $24 million for cannabis and brain health research
TORONTO — Federal Minister of Health Marjorie Michel has announced $24 million to create the Canadian Cannabis and Brain Health Consortium. Funded through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the group of 10 research teams from across Canada will work...
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.
Smoke in B.C. Interior causing poor air quality but helping fire fight
PENTICTON — Many of the blazes burning across the province have been smoked out for…
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…
Federal government invests $24 million for cannabis and brain health research
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TORONTO — Federal Minister of Health Marjorie Michel has announced $24 million to create the…
Federal government announces $34M to help communities cope with climate change
OTTAWA — The federal government is spending $34 million for 141 climate resilience projects across…
In the news today: Smoke aids B.C. fires, CUSMA talks, Meteor shower, Partial eclipse
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Anthony Hopkins on his debut album: ‘My first love is music’
NEW YORK (AP) — It may be hard to believe, but even Sir Anthony Hopkins…
Lebanon passes a controversial general amnesty law
BEIRUT (AP) — Lebanon’s parliament Wednesday passed a controversial general amnesty law, a day after…
Rescuers evacuate more than 200 from a ferry fire that left at least 1 dead near Bali
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Crews rescued 211 people and recovered the body of a passenger…
Why Canada’s deeper linkage of foreign aid with trade outcomes is raising concerns
OTTAWA — Some in Canada’s aid sector say they’re growing more and more concerned by…
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…
Anthony Hopkins on his debut album: ‘My first love is music’
NEW YORK (AP) — It may be hard to believe, but even Sir Anthony Hopkins…
Mini-Mozart heist blights anniversary tribute as thieves make off with 210 statuettes
SALZBURG, Austria (AP) — More than 200 gold statuettes of Austria’s most famous composer disappeared…
High school football player in Arkansas practices with a venomous snake in his helmet
MAUMELLE, Ark. (AP) — A high school football player in Arkansas had every right to…
Former NFL QB Matt Hasselbeck part of latest CTE frontier – diagnosing brain disease in the living
PHOENIX (AP) — Matt Hasselbeck took some nasty hits to the head during his 17-year…
Man City signs Argentina international Rulli as back-up goalkeeper to Donnarumma
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester City’s back-up goalkeeper to Gianluigi Donnarumma will be Gerónimo Rulli…
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