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A convicted Southern California con artist pleads guilty in an $18M cannabis scam
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A convicted California con artist has pleaded guilty in another scam,…
The Jon Snow sequel to ‘Game of Thrones’ isn’t happening, Kit Harington says
NEW YORK (AP) — Winter, apparently, is not coming back. Kit Harington has shut down…
TRENDING NOW: Why black swans have a bad reputation
Canada geese are well-known waterfowl bullies. Apparently swans are making a move to grab the…
New York doctor dies after falling out of moving trailer while headed upstate to see the eclipse
BROWNVILLE, N.Y. (AP) — A Long Island doctor who was headed to upstate New York…
Surrey wants to stay with RCMP while province issues deadline
SURREY, B.C. – Surrey city council has released its budget saying if it’s forced to…
BC announces one-time $430 rent relief benefit to low-income seniors
VICTORIA – The British Columbia government is granting a one-time $430 benefit to the roughly…
Trapped BC orca calf’s skin whitening, no sign of emaciation: Fisheries Department
ZEBALLOS, B.C. – The skin of a young killer whale trapped in a Vancouver Island…
Arrests in northern BC over allegations of trafficking safe-supply drugs
PRINCE GEORGE, B.C. – Police in Prince George, B.C., say they have arrested two people…
Copenhagen’s hippie oasis wants to rebuild without its illegal hashish market
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — The now-aging hippies who took over a derelict naval base in…
TRENDING NOW: Turning string cheese into actual string
When mom's not home it's time for a science experiment. This kid and his older…
BC government under fire after accounting firm accused by Merritt manufacturer of conflict
SAANICH, B.C. – British Columbia Premier David Eby says the government has asked the auditor…
Father says 11-year-old Osoyoos boy felt safe with dogs before deadly attack in Edmonton home
EDMONTON – The father of an 11-year-old boy killed in a dog attack in an…
Cultivating Community: Shop with Local Nurseries
When it comes to gardening in the picturesque Okanagan Valley, there's a growing understanding that…
Revving Up Performance: New Hoist and Alignment Rack at Canada Custom Autoworks
Nestled in the scenic city of West Kelowna, Canada Custom Autoworks stands as a premier…
Israel is pulling some troops from southern Gaza. Now the plan is to clear Hamas from Rafah
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel's military announced Sunday it had withdrawn its forces from the southern…
TRENDING NOW: Otter protects its ice collection
Some people collect comic books or sports memorabilia but this otter collects ice. This otter…
Two teens killed in head-on crash in northern B.C., RCMP seek information
CHETWYND, B.C. – Mounties in northern British Columbia are asking for any information about a…
A battle for hope: the brewing campaign clash between the Conservatives and the NDP
OTTAWA – Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's path to power may be by prosecuting Prime Minister…
Not in the path of totality? You can still watch Monday’s total solar eclipse online
If you're nowhere near the path of totality or if clouds spoil your view, you…
The true toll of the war in Ukraine is measured in bodies. This man brings them home, one at a time
DOVHENKE, Ukraine (AP) — Yukov says the same thing to all the mothers. He tells…
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces billions to build Canada’s AI capacity
MONTREAL – The Liberal government is setting aside $2.4 billion in the upcoming budget to…
Sick of extra fees online? It’s drip pricing, and Canadian shoppers are fighting back
VANCOUVER – If you shop online you're likely familiar with the experience — you agree…
Maximizing Outdoor Living: The Benefits of Aluminum Patio Covers
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With the arrival of sunny days and the gentle warmth of the season, our thoughts…
B.C. underwater microphones aim to protect whales from ship strikes: Ocean Wise
VANCOUVER – The Vancouver-based non-profit Ocean Wise says underwater microphones will be used to help…