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Kamloops film director wins support for debut feature on homelessness
Her debut film "Mary" is based on an emotionally charged short film she created a few years ago called "The Bench", which follows the uncertain and isolated life of a homeless teenager trying to survive a winter in Kamloops.

North Okanagan agriculture company takes regional district to court over septic system
The regional district is concerned the septic system could contaminate Kal Lake.

BC teacher who told student ‘get to work or I will kill you’ suspended
The teacher had made similar comments before.

Kamloops air ambulance firm claims bias; sues over lost government contract
The contract generated 25% of its revenue.

Family sue after 84-year-old BC woman leaves $1M estate to male escort
He was 54 years younger and his fees were "not insignificant."

iN VIDEO: Disgruntled heron squawks at kayaker in South Okanagan
A blue heron at Yellow Lake near Penticton appeared to be frustrated with a local…

American company buys Kamloops bicycle wheel manufacturer
Kamloops company We Are One has been building bicycle wheels for nearly a decade. This week it was sold to an American company.

Merritt teens first on scene of hotel fire take action, alert guests
Merritt teenagers Jacob Sutherland and Jayda Bonner didn’t hesitate to take action when they saw…

Vernon RCMP warn public about fake cash making the rounds
"If you know what you’re looking for, the phoney bills won’t stand up.”

Kamloops cops stop delivery van thief with spike belt
Someone stole a delivery van in Kamloops and police deployed a spike belt on the…

Kamloops man charged with sexual assault
A Kamloops man has been charged with sexual assault and police hope that someone will come forward with more information.

Cause of Merritt hotel fire suspicious: RCMP
Everyone evacuated the hotel safely and no injuries have been reported.

Okanagan construction company fined $114K after explosion injured worker
The paving crew were trying to find a propane leak with a flame.

iN NUMBERS: Beer, wine and spirits in Kamloops, Okanagan
Here are some numbers for wine, beer and spirits in Kamloops and the Okanagan.

iN PHOTOS: Cyclists enjoy new trail between Peachland and West Kelowna
"It’s quite hilly and incredibly scenic, you can see all across the lake."