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The latest on the wildfire burning near Summerland, B.C.
Thousands of residents in the British Columbia communities of Summerland and Peachland have been chased…
Years-long farm land dispute ends with $60,000 fine for Lake Country RV park
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The ordeal lasted seven years as the commission wanted to return three acres of a Lake Country property to farm-use.
Dermatologists desperately want gen Z to stop ‘tanmaxxing’ — but are their warnings effective?
TORONTO — Dr. Julia Carroll feels like the progress made over years of educating people…
2026 Dragon Boat Festival Brings Racing, Culture and Community to Riverside Park
The sound of paddles slicing through the water and cheering crowds will fill Riverside Park…
iN PHOTOS: Funny looking veggies crop up in Okanagan, Kamloops
Have a look and see what you think these recently harvested veggies look like.
Delirium is often missed by health providers. Could an AI risk predictor help?
TORONTO — Bruce MacLeod never thought he would forget his own birthday. But a couple…
Kelowna Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market growing strong in the Landmark District Community
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Kelowna’s longest-running outdoor market is now over 31 years old and has long been a…
Why some B.C. farmers stay to fight, despite wildfire evacuation orders
When Tom Davison’s son-in-law invested in firefighting equipment for their orchard near Vernon, B.C., after…
A Thompson-Okanagan citizen’s guide to wildfire information
There's a lot of information out there but narrowing it down can be tricky.
Evacuations underway as new Okanagan, B.C., wildfire explodes in size
SUMMERLAND — Evacuations are underway around Summerland, B.C., after a new wildfire west of Okanagan…
Old military transport aircraft to get new lease on life as waterbombers
OTTAWA — The federal government said Friday it is selling 10 of its used CC-130H…
B.C. police launch wildfire arson investigations, as blazes raise trauma in Shuswap
Terry Evans was driving home from picking up groceries with his wife on the north…
Thompson-Okanagan drought a threat to your lawn and deadly for fish
"The province reports the natural condition, and in the Okanagan… it is not really a natural condition because of all the reservoirs in the hills."
Lifetime thriller starring Angie Harmon filming through the smoke in Kelowna
Angie Harmon is known for her work on productions like "Law and Order" and "Rizzoli and Isles".
Dairy farmers warn against concessions as U.S. tariff deadline looms
OTTAWA — Canadian dairy farmers are warning against any concessions involving their sector as trade…
Penticton city council fed up with ‘awful’ cellphone service
Cell tower maps suggest it may be even worse in Vernon.
Kelowna has worst jobless rate for third month in a row
"Unemployment is far higher in business-driven communities like Kelowna."
Citizens put out suspicious fires in Kelowna park
After calling the fire department, the local residents put out the fires.
Hot Nite in the City Cruises Back to Kamloops with Classic Cars and Family Fun
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Chrome shines in the summer sun as hundreds of classic cars, hot rods, muscle cars…
Crankworx World Tour brings downhill challenge to SilverStar
Crankworx is returning to SilverStar Resort this weekend, bringing four days of downhill mountain biking…
‘Not yet strong’: Canada adds surprise 75,000 jobs in July but recovery still ongoing
OTTAWA — Canada’s job market took a leap toward recovery in July, adding 75,000 jobs,…
Magnitude 4.3 earthquake strikes off Haida Gwaii coast in B.C. waters
MASSET — A magnitude 4.3 earthquake has struck off British Columbia’s coast, with shaking reported…
Kamloops Ribfest Returns with Award-Winning Barbecue, Live Music and Family Entertainment
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The smell of slow-smoked barbecue and the sound of live music will once again fill…
What’s happening this weekend in the Okanagan & Kamloops | August 7-9, 2026
This weekend has plenty of festivals, music, and special events that are bringing everyone outside.…