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‘A waiting game’: Future uncertain for Summerland family after house razed by wildfire
“The only thing that really hit hard was my daughter’s bed frame, it was the only thing left standing. That just hit. That’s where my kids grew up.”
Deaths of homeless people on the rise in Interior Health region
The numbers of homeless people dying each year in the Okanagan, Thompson and Shuswap region are on the rise. New…
BC retailer fined $1M for selling illegal sexual enhancement drugs
A BC sex shop chain was slapped with nearly $1.1 million in fines after it knowingly mislabeled and sold sexual…
Tk’emlups signs $12M land settlement with federal government
Tk’emlups signed a deal with the federal government for $12 million after a years-long claim over what should have been…
Another Okanagan criminal with 100 convictions released back into community
When 41-year-old Blake Tyler Dunstall was arrested at gunpoint in the spring of 2023 he had a bayonet, a knife,…
One week suspension for BC nurse that swiped drugs, worked while high
A B.C. nurse has been suspended for one week for stealing narcotics and working while high. According to a March…
Another Okanagan criminal with 100 convictions released back into community
When 41-year-old Blake Tyler Dunstall was arrested at gunpoint in the spring of 2023 he had a bayonet, a knife,…
Polson Artisan Night Market entertains with weekly thematic evenings
Every Friday from 4 pm to 8 pm in Polson Park, the Polson Artisan Night…
Kelowna killer’s failure to complete counselling leads to more charges
He was 22-years-old when he killed a 32-year-old father with a hammer on a Kelowna street.
‘See a need, fill a need’: Summerland man’s website reports damaged homes as locals evacuated
"The thought hit me of all these little kids and parents that are stuck just not knowing, and it made me angry."
Vernon woman charged with arson days after Bradley Creek wildfire broke out
The fires were lit in the Commonage Road area of Vernon.
More people evacuated by Bald Range wildfire returning home
Roughly 150 structures have been damaged or destroyed in Summerland and Electoral Area F.
Kelowna bought $3.5M industrial property from Hotel Eldorado owner amid boardwalk vote
Kelowna has gone to court to annex lakefront boardwalk so the public can access it.
Once shaped by court rituals, China’s imperial cuisine lives on today
BEIJING (AP) — It is said that Empress Dowager Cixi once dreamed of a pastry during the final decades of imperial China. The same treat was served to her at breakfast the following morning. Delighted, she summoned her chef and...
In the news today: Trump delays tariffs, B.C. wildfire update, Alberta data centres
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed…Trump delays 50 per cent tariffs on Canada for three daysCanada has temporarily dodged 50 per cent tariffs on roughly $28-billion worth of goods...
Brazilian police say at least 23 killed in minibus and truck crash
SAO PAULO (AP) — A minibus and a truck collided head-on in the southern Brazilian state of Parana, killing at least 23 people and injuring five others early Wednesday, police said. Preliminary evidence suggests that the truck, which wasn’t carrying...
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."
With 500-plus structures damaged or lost, B.C.’s fire season is among the worst
More than 500 homes or other structures have been destroyed or damaged by wildfires in…
Wildfire near Summerland, B.C., remains active as residents return
SUMMERLAND — Most evacuation orders have been lifted in Summerland, B.C., but wildfire officials say…
With 500-plus structures damaged or lost, B.C.’s fire season is among the worst
More than 500 homes or other structures have been destroyed or damaged by wildfires in…
LeBlanc, Charette to meet with U.S. trade officials in Washington as tariffs paused
WASHINGTON — Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said work to finalize a trade deal with…
Wildfire near Summerland, B.C., remains active as residents return
SUMMERLAND — Most evacuation orders have been lifted in Summerland, B.C., but wildfire officials say…
The Latest: Trump says US and Canada reached deal to delay US tariffs on Canadian imports
President Donald Trump says he’s delaying the 50% U.S. tariffs on $20 billion worth of…
Judge removed from Texas track meet stabbing case as defendant Karmelo Anthony seeks a new trial
McKINNEY, Texas (AP) — The judge in the case of a Texas teenager convicted of…
OAS warns Haiti needs help as it prepares to hold elections for the first time since 2016
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Albert Ramdin, secretary general of the Organization of American States, said…
LeBlanc, Charette to meet with U.S. trade officials in Washington as tariffs paused
WASHINGTON — Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said work to finalize a trade deal with…
A look back at the Keystone XL pipeline drama as Trump touts its potential revival
CALGARY — The latest volley of U.S. tariffs targeting Canada are temporarily on hold, and…
Let’s make a deal: TIFF touts its first market, says Canadian creators will benefit
TORONTO — The Toronto International Film Festival’s annual press conference showcasing its Canadian lineup is…
Kennedy Center tells court it won’t try to restore Trump’s name to the building before Sept. 8
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Kennedy Center has told a federal court that it would not…
North Carolina and NC State are set to play a nonconference game in Greensboro
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Atlantic Coast Conference rivals North Carolina and N.C. State will meet…
Jaguars acquiring guard Daniel Faalele from the Giants for a 6th-round pick, AP source says
NEW YORK (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars acquired guard Daniel Faalele from the New York…
World’s top-ranked racehorse Ombudsman beaten into 4th in Juddmonte International won by Item
YORK, England (AP) — A surprise result in one of Britain’s most prestigious horse races…
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