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Fighting wildfire with fire: Advocates in B.C. call for more spending before, not during wildfires
"The bigger picture here is, how do people like their smoke? We can have it in a controlled way… or we can have what we have now."
Police investigating highway shooting in North Okanagan
RCMP are investigating a suspicious incident on Highway 97A in the North Okanagan where police believe a car was shot…
Kelowna’s hotel stay numbers left rest of Okanagan, Kamloops in the dust
Kelowna saw an exceptional increase in hotel stays last year compared to the rest of the Thompson and Okanagan region.…
Olympic hopefuls to test their mettle at athletic showcase in Kelowna
Young athletes will have an opportunity to show off their skills in front of scouts in Kelowna and might find…
BC landlord to pay $10,000 for discriminatory comment to trans tenant
A BC landlord has been ordered to pay $10,000 to her former tenant, and one-time close friend, after she said…
Former Vernon hockey coach found guilty a second time of sexual assault on teen
CONTENT ADVISORY This article contains details about sexual assault that could be triggering for some. A former Vernon hockey coach…
Kamloops council unhappy with high RCMP cost wants new deal with feds, province
Cities shouldn’t have to cough up a quarter of their budget for policing when other governments only cover a tenth…
AI-powered wildfire cameras were in play during Bradley Creek wildfire near Vernon
“We detected it and sent a notification to the fire department.”
Fire, ash and drought pose triple threat to Okanagan farmers
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First it was a lingering drought, now wildfires are adding to a devastating season for farmers.
How to help out Okanagan wildfire evacuees
Those fortunate enough to still be in their own home smay want to help out.
How to avoid letting wildfire smoke seriously impact your health: expert
A UBC wildfire smoke expert says in some way it's kind of simple.
‘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."
Fire, ash and drought pose triple threat to Okanagan farmers
First it was a lingering drought, now wildfires are adding to a devastating season for farmers.
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...
10 kids died last year from e-scooter and e-bike injuries, data shows
TORONTO — New data highlights how dangerous e-scooters and e-bikes can be for children in Canada.The Canadian Paediatric Surveillance Program says 10 kids died from using these electronic devices in 2025, six of them in Ontario.Twelve more patients were admitted...
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: Impact of climate change on wildfire season can’t be ignored
"There will be a fire season next year and the year after. This isn't going away."
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.
British Columbia’s ‘brutal’ wildfire season offers lessons, Premier David Eby says
PENTICTON — British Columbia’s wildfire season has turned “brutal” after a delayed start, with a…
Two fisheries officers injured when vessel collides with humpback whale in B.C.
CALVERT ISLAND, BRITISH COLUMBIA — Two Fisheries Department officers have been injured when the boat…
10 kids died last year from e-scooter and e-bike injuries, data shows
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TORONTO — New data highlights how dangerous e-scooters and e-bikes can be for children in…
Insolvencies jumped 11.5% annually in June, Canada’s bankruptcy monitor shows
OTTAWA — Insolvencies in Canada are floating around levels not seen since the global financial…
British Columbia’s ‘brutal’ wildfire season offers lessons, Premier David Eby says
PENTICTON — British Columbia’s wildfire season has turned “brutal” after a delayed start, with a…
Colombia’s earthquake is déjà vu for Venezuelans. The government response is anything but
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — For the second time in two months, the ground was…
Zambia is voting in a presidential election. Here’s why China and the US might be interested
LUSAKA, Zambia (AP) — Zambia holds an election Thursday to decide if President Hakainde Hichilema…
From black boots to pastel suits, Italian premier’s wardrobe evolves with her politics
ROME (AP) — As Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s politics have evolved — from combative…
10 kids died last year from e-scooter and e-bike injuries, data shows
iNwheels
TORONTO — New data highlights how dangerous e-scooters and e-bikes can be for children in…
Insolvencies jumped 11.5% annually in June, Canada’s bankruptcy monitor shows
OTTAWA — Insolvencies in Canada are floating around levels not seen since the global financial…
Kennedy Center board set to vote on whether to move forward with closure
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Kennedy Center’s board is expected to meet Thursday to consider plans…
Marc Anthony, Chayanne and more to play benefit concert for Venezuela and Colombia earthquake relief
Latin music stars Marc Anthony, Luis Fonsi, Chayanne, Feid, Jay Wheeler and many more will…
Canadians open Pan Pacific Swimming Championships with five medals
IRVINE — Canada opened the Pan Pacific Swimming Championships with five medals on Wednesday. Saskatoon’s…
Katie Ledecky surges to 1,500 free win for her first home-soil international medal
IRVINE, Calif. (AP) — Katie Ledecky won the 1,500-meter freestyle on opening night of the…
Padres beat Brewers 4-3 in 11 innings to sweep the series
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Jackson Merrill hit a tying sacrifice fly in the 11th inning…
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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…