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Newly announced federal funding won’t prevent the spread of invasive mussels in BC
The government’s new funding announcement does not go far enough to protect BC from invasive…
Threatened baby gopher snake saved from Okanagan cold
It may look like a rattlesnake, but this harmless little snake is a far cry…
Survey says most BC residents in favour of single-use plastic ban
Most of British Columbia’s residents are in favour of a ban on single-use plastics, according…
iN VIDEO: Pair of eagles in Penticton appear to have a conversation
Penticton resident Courtney Robinson heard a pair of eagles that appeared to be having a…
Three Peachland community groups get a new home
Peachland Historic School is going to be the home of a new umbrella organization dedicated…
Kelowna’s new tiny homes for homeless people unveiled
Sixty tiny homes for homeless people were unveiled on Crowley Avenue today, nearby Kelowna’s Rail…
BC Transit and TransDev renew controversial contract in Okanagan
BC Transit will be renewing its contract with TransDev Canada despite pressure from the Okanagan…
iN VIDEO: New CBS TV series ‘Tracker’ filmed on location near Kamloops
The opening scene in the first episode of a new drama TV series might look…
Vernon high school locked down after report of gun
A Vernon high school had to initiate a hold and secure after an individual was…
UPDATE: Missing man last seen in Armstrong located
UPDATE: Feb. 16, 2024 RCMP say a 39-year-old man who was last seen in the…
Free kids’ meals at A&Ws in Okanagan and Kamloops on Family Day
To celebrate Family Day in BC participating A&W restaurants are giving away free kids' meals.…
Police on look out for two suspects after brazen home invasion
Two suspects were seen running from a Kamloops home invasion carrying firearms yesterday morning before…
Where to go for some Family Day fun in Kamloops, Okanagan
Looking for some family fun activities for Family Day? Several fun, family-friendly activities are being…
Kamloops mayor goes to bat for proposed Tranquille development
The mayor has urged the province to ease red tape on a massive development proposal…
Up to 80% of Okanagan peach crop wiped out by winter cold snap
The cold snap in the southern Interior earlier this winter wiped out roughly three-quarters of…
Can’t remember if you’re vaccinated for measles? Interior Health says you should find out
Getting a measles vaccine can't be a last minute decision for anyone wanting to travel…
Candlelight tribute set for six-year anniversary of Ryan Shtuka’s disappearance
An annual run and candlelight tribute will be held for Ryan Shtuka at Sun Peaks…
Big Sugar stopping in Kelowna, Kamloops on Western Canada tour
Big Sugar is stopping in Kamloops and Kelowna on a tour of Western Canada this…
Vernon’s Sovereign Lake Nordic ski club spins millions into BC economy
Vernon’s Sovereign Lake Nordic Club is a major economic driver in the region contributing $5.2…
Kelowna’s mayor predicts ‘vibrant and prosperous’ city in 2024
Kelowna is one of the fastest-growing cities in Canada and according to Mayor Tom Dyas…
Police recover student’s artwork stolen from UBC Okanagan
A student's artwork stolen from UBC Okanagan last weekend has been recovered by police. A…
Family donates $34,000 to Penticton’s new oncology clinic
The Schellenberg family has made a $34,000 donation to the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation…
Dramatic drop in Interior Health measles immunization rate has officials worried
Measles, once almost unheard of in recent years, is making a major comeback in Europe…
Rift growing between Big White community and regional district over garbage
Proposed changes to the Big White transfer station struck a nerve for the mountain community’s…