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Group plans to put legalization of medical marijuana on Nebraska ballot
A group led by a Nebraska state lawmaker plans to again try to put the…
Parks Canada plans major rewrite of more than 200 historic site plaques
EDMONTON – They're affixed to old buildings where someone important used to live. Or they're…
TRENDING NOW: When your Lab brings home a new friend
Labradors are one of the friendliest dogs out there. This affable pup brought home a…
Former child in ‘care,’ hip-hop artist brings message of visibility to BC legislature
Bryant Doradea never thought he would be performing rap songs in the B.C. legislature for…
Kootenay regional district postpones climate events, citing intimidation, safety, misinformation
NELSON, B.C. – A British Columbia regional district has postponed a series of climate action…
Gas prices could rise for long weekend and into summer amid fires, economic worries
TORONTO – Experts say shifting factors including wildfires in Alberta, a slowing economy and potential…
Wildfire service says ‘exceptional’ hot weather has put B.C. regions at risk
VANCOUVER – Exceptional, summer-like conditions have dried out forest fuels in British Columbia, creating conditions…
Singapore hangs 2nd citizen in 3 weeks for trafficking cannabis
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Singapore on Wednesday hanged another citizen for trafficking cannabis, the…
Have you forgotten a fortune? B.C. team wants to return millions to rightful owners
VANCOUVER – In an era inundated with scams involving mysterious princes or easy fortunes —…
TRENDING NOW: Beautiful game interrupted by handsome pup
A dog ran onto the field and grabbed the soccer ball at a recent Chilean…
First full-size 3D scan of Titanic shows shipwreck in new light
LONDON (AP) — Deep-sea researchers have completed the first full-size digital scan of the Titanic,…
Face of Penticton’s Discovery House on a new life journey
Helping save lives for the past 12 years, Jerome Abraham’s own life journey has now…
Negotiators finalize details of bill to legalize recreational marijuana in Minnesota
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — House and Senate negotiators wrapped up work this week on…
Uber to allow Canadian teens to set up ride-share accounts this summer
TORONTO – Canadian teens will soon be able to hitch a ride with Uber as…
TRENDING NOW: Doggo living his best life
Dogs are simple. They want to nap, eat, play, nap, get scratches, smell wonderful things…
Penticton’s Duel in the Desert one for the record books
When the dust finally cleared, the 23rd annual Duel in the Desert outrigger canoe race…
YouTube’s recommendations send violent and graphic gun videos to 9-year-olds, study finds
WASHINGTON (AP) — When researchers at a nonprofit that studies social media wanted to understand…
TRENDING NOW: Stray cat takes over transit turnstyle
We imagine this stray cat is saying something like, "you shall not use your transit…
World’s oldest dog celebrates 31st birthday, according to Guinness World Records
CONQUEIROS, Portugal (AP) — The world's oldest dog recently celebrated his 31st birthday, according to…
TRENDING NOW: Cat has its say on coming drone invasion
This cat knows what's coming. This annoying little drone won't be the last. He seems…
Boys and Girls Clubs Okanagan – Careers With An Impact
Business Spotlight
If you are considering a career that makes an impact with children, youth, and families,…
The Horse Barn – Saddle Up To Kamloops’ Largest Western Wear Store
Business Spotlight
For over 35 years, The Horse Barn has been a leading supplier of horse-riding gear…
Voters to choose MPs in four federal byelections across country next month
OTTAWA – Voters in four federal ridings will go to the polls next month. Prime…
TRENDING NOW: Nest-bound baby falcons watch in awe as another bird takes flight
Three little falcons watched in sync as another flying creature soared across from their right…