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Jesse Tomas
Jesse Tomas is a reporter from Toronto who joined iNFOnews.ca in 2023. He graduated with a Bachelor in Journalism from Carleton University in 2022.
APRIL FOOLS: From flume transit to search and rescue cats in Kamloops, Okanagan
Here are a handful of our favourite April Fool's Day posts from around the Okanagan.…
Israelis stage largest protest since war began to increase pressure on Netanyahu
JERUSALEM (AP) — Tens of thousands of Israelis thronged central Jerusalem on Sunday in the…
TRENDING NOW: Dog books a spa day
The only thing missing from this spa day is a cucumber face mask. This dog…
A faster spinning Earth may cause timekeepers to subtract a second from world clocks
Earth’s changing spin is threatening to toy with our sense of time, clocks and computerized…
Dog named ‘Hero’ kept stuck owner warm and safe from coyotes for 2 days: police
A dog called Hero lived up to his name earlier this week after spending two…
UPDATE: Residents across from the big hole UBCO dug in downtown Kelowna have to evacuate their building
There was a meeting today for residents of an apartment building across from the site…
Edmunds compares: 2024 Honda Passport vs. 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Midsize SUVs with two rows of seating are an excellent option if you want something…
Penticton mourns iconic and friendly goose
Penticton icon Kevin the goose passed away this weekend. Kevin hung around on the beach…
‘Try to save’: Non-profits and food co-ops offer grocery deals, discounts
Many Canadians these days are looking for ways to save money on their groceries. In…
Gmail revolutionized email 20 years ago. People thought it was Google’s April Fool’s Day joke
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Google co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin loved pulling pranks, so…
Fisheries officials monitoring orphaned orca calf in lagoon off Vancouver Island
ZEBALLOS, B.C. – Efforts to coax an orphaned whale calf out of a lagoon off…
TRENDING NOW: Cow enjoys sliding down hill
Cows are just really big puppies. This cow slides down this hill with ease. Clearly…
Animal chaplains offer spiritual care for every species
(RNS) — Sarah Bowen says she’s been doing the work of an animal chaplain since…
A fight to protect the dignity of Michelangelo’s David raises questions about freedom of expression
FLORENCE, Italy (AP) — Michelangelo’s David has been a towering figure in Italian culture since…
Neighbours report arson at a home in Kamloops last night
Neighbours report two men set a house in Kamloops ablaze last night. Two men reportedly…
Construction of Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail underway ahead of public hearing
Progress on the bike trail from Sicamous to Armstrong is underway as the 2024 construction…
Financial mythbusting 101: Don’t get stuck on financial advice that doesn’t ring true
TORONTO – Finance tips and advice that worked decades ago aren't always relevant in today's…
UPDATE: Kelowna fatal shooting victim identified by family
Days after a police incident shut down Highway 97, a woman reported her brother was…
Does your dog understand when you say ‘fetch the ball’? A new study in Hungary says yes
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Many dog owners believe their pets understand and respond not only…
Is this real? AI ramps up risk of April Fools’ Day foul-ups for corporate brands
Rebranding as “Voltswagen.” Shutting down Trader Joe’s. Emailing confirmation of a $750 food delivery. The…
iN VIDEO: How to access free 3D printing at an Okanagan library branches
From toys to sculptures and replacement car parts, the 3D printer at the downtown Kelowna…
Three youths arrested in stabbing death of teenager in Prince George, B.C.
PRINCE GEORGE, B.C. – Mounties in Prince George say three youths were arrested after a…
TRENDING NOW: Fierce lemming tries to scare skier away
This lemming has the heart of a lion. This skier was encroaching on this lemming's…
B.C. First Nation, Catholic Church announce ‘Sacred Covenant’ to be signed on Easter
KAMLOOPS, B.C. – Vancouver's Catholic archdiocese is marking Easter with a commitment towards reconciliation with…