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Mounties consider charges as ATV crashes into Enderby library
ENDERBY – Two women may be facing charges after crashing an ATV into the front window of a public library in the North Okanagan.
Strange Vernon crash investigation like a scene from a TV show
VERNON - Mounties are looking for witnesses to help them figure out a bizarre series of events overnight that could have been straight out of a mystery crime show. At about 1 a.m. Aug. 21, an officer was called to investigate a reported accident in the 3700 block of Welker Road in Vernon. The caller...
10 dumb things people do at the gym
Nobody’s perfect. That includes gym rats. Yet some faux pas are easier to forgive than others. So while the following 10 sins may seem minor to some, if you’re a gym regular you’ve probably created a similar list. If you see yourself in my top 10, please make the world a better place and change your ways.
In this salsa, peach and tomato make good partners
It might seem surprising to pair peach and tomato, but jazzed up with coriander seed and lime, dashed with sweet and hot chili peppers and tangy with red onion, this two-fruit salsa is just looking for a dance partner. It's cooked just until saucy, keeping the flavor fresh and forward. If you are a fan of cilantro, a generous handful is a welcome addition when serving.
Fish near B.C. mine spill exceed guidelines but still safe to eat: government
LIKELY, B.C. – The B.C. government says fish tissue collected near the site of a tailings spill showed elevated levels of selenium, but that fish from the area is still safe to eat.
More fresh out-of-province firefighters on the way to battle 162 active fires
KAMLOOPS - Another wave of relief is on the way as the Wildfire Management Branch welcomes 90 more out-of-province fire personnel to B.C. this weekend to help battle 162 active fires across B.C. Many wildfires are still burning in B.C. even as firebans are being lifted locally. To make sure fire crews get their manditory...
Homeless diners sit down to a delectable lobster meal
KELOWNA - The hungry and homeless of Kelowna recently sat down to plates of fresh, Atlantic lobster at the Kelowna Gospel Mission. The Mission says they were thrilled a courier company thought of them when they had to discard a damaged shipment of lobsters. The lobsters filling two large boxes were broken, but every part...
Harassment, bullying continues in national police force: Liberal MP
VANCOUVER - A Liberal MP who has met with Mounties across the country says officers tell her harassment and bullying continue within the force, despite assurances of action by the RCMP's top brass. MP Judy Sgro, along with Senator Grant Mitchell, hosted four private sessions between April and October 2013 asking Mounties to share their...
RCMP investigate aggressive behaviour on CUPE picket line
PENTICTON - A manager of the Naramata Centre allegedly displayed aggressive and threatening behaviour on the picket line Monday night where CUPE workers have been picketing for months. RCMP have been notified of a damaged tent and the manager’s aggressive behaviour. RCMP are reportedly investigating the matter, CUPE B.C. Secretary Treasurer Paul Faoro said. “The...
Tom Hanks says women deserve grass fields at World Cup; actor wants artificial turf cast away
TORONTO – Tom Hanks takes his soccer seriously. And when the Women's World Cup comes to Canada in 2015, he wants the games played on grass fields.
Harper’s comments on missing and murdered aboriginal women ‘outrageous’: Wynne
TORONTO – Prime Minister Stephen Harper is wrong in saying that police investigations, not a national inquiry, are the best way to deal with crimes involving missing and murdered aboriginal women, Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne said Friday.
Ice bucket challenge may be a game changer for non-profit world
NEW YORK, N.Y. – The ice bucket challenge's phenomenal success is making other charitable organizations rethink how they connect with a younger generation of potential donors.
Ottawa police release video from neighbourhood that’s home to Trudeau
OTTAWA – Ottawa police have released a video of a person of interest in a recent "nighttime prowling incident" in the city's Rockcliffe area — the same neighbourhood that's home to Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau.
Documentary on alleged dismemberment killer pulled from Montreal film festival
MONTREAL – A documentary on alleged dismemberment killer Luka Rocco Magnotta has been pulled at the last minute from the Montreal World Film Festival and a French-language TV documentary channel.
Ex-B.C. lotto boss who broke conflict rules repays $55K in wages
VICTORIA – The former boss of the B.C. Lottery Corporation has paid back $55,000 collected while he was found to be in a conflict of interest.
Mounties, military spend millions on weeding out illicit marijuana harvest
OTTAWA – The RCMP and Canadian military have spent nearly $11.5 million in the last eight years on a national search-and-destroy mission for illicit marijuana crops.
Armstrong now an Olympic bronze medallist, will receive Beijing medal in future
It has been six years since Canadian shot putter Dylan Armstrong just missed the Olympic podium and over a year since the Belarusian who beat him for the bronze medal was banned from the sport for life.
Migrating salmon more likely to die if forced to power-swim past dams
VANCOUVER – Reaching spawning grounds is hard work for salmon and researchers from the University of British Columbia say fish forced to "sprint" through fast-moving water or other obstacles can suffer heart attacks.
Witnesses sought for Skaha Lake Road hit and run
PENTICTON - Police believe there are more possible witnesses to last week's fatal hit and run accident on Skaha Lake Road and they're asking for their help. RCMP say Scott Michaud, 25, of Penticton was struck and killed by a passing motorist on Skaha Lake Road near Lee Avenue, beside Skaha Lake Park early in...
Dead at noon: Gillian Bennett’s last wish was to get people talking about a taboo topic
B.C. WOMAN'S STORY HAS SPARKED WAVES OF EMOTION AS READERS OPEN UP WITH THEIR OWN STORIES
Gang unit, major crimes bear brunt of B.C. Mounties’ budget shortfall
VANCOUVER – RCMP in British Columbia will make staff cuts in a specialized gang unit and to their major crimes division to make up for a $4.2 million budget shortfall next year.
Teen who killed family granted unescorted temporary absence from prison
VICTORIA – A British Columbia man who was 15 when he murdered four people, including his parents, will be allowed an unescorted temporary absence from prison.
Pet-friendly dating websites help animal lovers find romance by uncovering canine chemistry
On these dating sites, a passion for pets will help you find more than just puppy love.
Obama pours cold water on idea of participating in ice bucket challenge for ALS awareness
EDGARTOWN, Mass. – The ice bucket stops with Obama.