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No end in sight to dry spell in Okanagan, Kamloops: meteorologist
“It’s not atypical for us in the summer to see one of these dry months but to see the duration of this dryness is really what's the most concerning right now."
Former NHL player sued by City of Vernon over unpaid parking tickets
A former NHL hockey player who made millions of dollars during his career on the ice is being sued by…
After a year, it’s unclear how long Kamloops’ highest paid employee will be on leave
It was a year ago Kamloops taxpayers were told the City’s top employee was on “personal leave.” Since then, there…
Kamloops council caught off guard by BC Housing plan for new homeless shelter
Kamloops city council was caught by surprise by the province’s plan for a new riverfront shelter, potentially breaking an agreement…
Vernon city councillor announces bid to run for mayor
Vernon city councillor Kari Gares will run for mayor in the next municipal election. Putting the rumour to bed, Gares…
Community steps up in big way for Kelowna jazz singer almost killed in car crash
A globe-trotting jazz singer helped elevate the local music scene in Kelowna, and now the community is rallying behind her…
Metal bands from Kamloops, Kelowna do battle for slot at Wacken 2025
Five heavy metal bands from Kamloops and Kelowna were chosen by a national metal competition to battle for a chance…
Everyone on Kamloops city council running for re-election
Most want to hold onto their council seats while one incumbent councillor is running for mayor.
iN NUMBERS: Online fundraisers for victims of the Bald Range wildfire
Hundreds of people have raised more than $100,000 for wildfire evacuees in the Okanagan.
iN VIDEO: WinCon Kelowna welcomed by the tabletop community
The Coast Capri Hotel was off to a busy weekend on August 14, 15, and…
iN PHOTOS: Kamloops’ Logan Stankoven brings Stanley Cup home
Hundreds showed up to cheer for the local hockey legend.
iN VIDEO: Downtown Sounds rocks Downtown Vernon
The Vernon Downtown Association has been putting on free concerts every Thursday in July and…
Expensive day for truck driver caught speeding in construction zone near Merritt
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“There’s an expectation that commercial truck drivers will be as committed to road safety as anyone else."
Bryan Voltaggio’s makes his lobster rolls with a flavor-boosting soak
I’ve never been to Maine for a lobster roll, but the ones I’ve had in other places have been so good that I knew I needed to make one myself. This version is from my cookbook “Home” and is made...
Flooding risk remains as storms move from the Midwest to the mid-Atlantic
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana residents remained on alert while returning to their flood-ravaged homes Monday as repeated rounds of thunderstorms and heavy rain moved east from the Midwest into the mid-Atlantic and high heat scorched much of the South and...
Penn State cocaine trafficking ring involved 2 fraternities, authorities say
Thirteen former or current Penn State University students were criminally charged Monday on allegations they participated in a cocaine-trafficking ring that involved two fraternities, authorities said. Two of them, who were the main suppliers, made routine trips to Philadelphia and...
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: Climate change has disrupted summer
"The summers of my youth are not the same. They have been disrupted by climate change and I don't think they are coming back."
iN DISCUSSION: How effective is government wildfire emergency alert system?
Do you think you can rely on the alerts sent to your phone?
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."
B.C. couple awarded damages against neighbour after 2022 shooting
VICTORIA — The British Columbia Supreme Court has awarded more than $1 million in damages…
Some evacuees return to Summerland as crews hold wildfire on three sides
SUMMERLAND — Crews fighting a large wildfire near Summerland, B.C., are successfully holding the blaze…
Ottawa wants to block kids from social media. How would age verification work?
OTTAWA — In June, the federal government introduced Bill C-34, which would force social media…
Feds move to repeal EV sales mandate without new stringent emission rules in place
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OTTAWA — The federal government moved last week to formally repeal the electric vehicle sales…
Demolition underway at Tumbler Ridge school, site of B.C. mass shooting
TUMBLER RIDGE — Demolition is underway at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in northern British Columbia,…
South Korea president stresses US alliance as many baffled by Trump order to cut exercises
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea’s president said Tuesday a solid alliance with the…
King Harald of Norway is hospitalized for treatment in connection with a blood disease
OSLO, Norway (AP) — King Harald of Norway has been admitted to a hospital for…
Student kills schoolmate and himself in livestreamed Philippine school attack, official says
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — A high school student carrying two pistols shot to death a…
Ottawa wants to block kids from social media. How would age verification work?
OTTAWA — In June, the federal government introduced Bill C-34, which would force social media…
Shakira makes surprise visit in earthquake-damaged Colombia and commits to rebuilding schools
BOGOTÁ, Colombia (AP) — Colombian superstar Shakira announced Monday that she will help rebuild at…
King Harald of Norway is hospitalized for treatment in connection with a blood disease
OSLO, Norway (AP) — King Harald of Norway has been admitted to a hospital for…
A Chinese animated film mocked as ‘terrible’ becomes a box-office hit
The new sensation among some Chinese moviegoers is an animated film whose characters appear to…
India reaches 116-4 at lunch on Day 4, extends lead to 294 in 1st cricket test against Sri Lanka
GALLE, Sri Lanka (AP) — Left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya struck twice before India reached 116-4…
Yankees place Max Fried on IL; Carlos Rodón to start Tuesday at Baltimore
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Yankees are gaining one starter and losing another.…
Ohtani says knee felt good after recent bullpen session, powers Dodgers with 2 homers in 11-5 win
DENVER (AP) — Maybe just as encouraging for the Los Angeles Dodgers as their bats…
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iN VIDEO: Downtown Sounds rocks Downtown Vernon
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