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Why the Kelowna Rockets nickname, logo and mascot don’t match
"They were thinking about something that was a little more kid-friendly.”
Penticton councillor on trial for sex crimes calls Crown’s questions ‘moronic’
James Miller was accused of not only coaching but "dating" the boys on his youth basketball teams.
Trump’s trade czar says tariffs will remain on Canada, Mexico despite trade agreement
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade czar said there will be tariffs in place…
Manitoba premier calls on Alberta to pause its fall separation vote for ‘year or two’
KANANASKIS — Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew urged Tuesday for Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to pause…
‘Do-or-die’: Kelowna has another shot to keep Memorial Cup dream alive
"It's kind of about who wants it more."
The Latest: Iran deal progress is murky after US military says it carried out ‘self-defense’ strikes
President Donald Trump insists a peace deal is close on the 88th day of the…
Motorcyclist killed in crash with pickup in Kamloops
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The Monday night crash claimed the life of a Kamloops man.
‘I have killed her’: Crown says ex-husband of slain Lumby woman admitted to killing
The 44 year olds ex-husband has pleaded not guilty.
Guns and ammo seized in police raid at home in Lake Country
No arrests were made during the police operation.
B.C. law coming to mandate dashboard cameras for commercial vehicles
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VICTORIA — A private-members bill to mandate dash cameras on all commercial vehicles travelling B.C.…
Former pastor convicted of exposing genitals in West Kelowna grocery store
The 61-year-old was once acquitted for having sexual relationships with members of his congregation.
Jogger hurt in bear attack after running into cubs and sow in Squamish, B.C.
SQUAMISH — A man has been injured in a black bear attack in Squamish, B.C.,…
Zero water required for garden bursting with blooms in Kamloops
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“It isn’t xeriscaping designed to use less water, rather a living system that just happens to use less water.”
Highest proportion of people since 2017 say Canada is on the right track: poll
OTTAWA — The number of Canadians who believe the country is heading in the right…
Eby questions western Canadian premiers meeting agenda amid Alberta separation talk
KANANASKIS — British Columbia Premier David Eby says he’s wondering why western Canadian premiers are…
iN NUMBERS: Death outpaces birth in Kamloops, Okanagan
Last year was the first time in Canada’s history that the population shrank, and B.C. has the lowest fertility rate in the country.
Ex-husband pleads not guilty in 2024 killing of Tatjana Stefanski in rural B.C.
KAMLOOPS — The ex-husband of Tatjana Stefanski, whose body was found in rural B.C. two…
First Nations decry denialism on anniversary of suspected graves found at B.C. site
KAMLOOPS — Almost five years ago, the monument in front of the former Kamloops Indian…
Penticton councillor takes stand in second historic sex crimes trial
James Miller did admit to kissing one of the boys and to hosting them for sleepovers, but he said they were under innocent circumstances.
Majority of MPs vote down Conservative motion calling for private property protection
OTTAWA — A majority of the House of Commons voted against a non-binding motion on…
Carney points to Brexit, warns Alberta separation push could be ‘dangerous bluff’
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney said Monday the Alberta referendum on separation could be…
Sword fights and turkey legs: Okanagan’s first renaissance fair this weekend
“I'm really excited to see everybody's costumes.”
Ottawa launches national aerial firefighting fleet for 2026 wildfire season
OTTAWA — The federal government has set up Canada’s first-ever reserve of firefighting aircraft to…
iN PHOTOS: Gardeners create beautiful backyard oases in Kamloops, Okanagan
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The stunning spaces beautify our neighbourhoods and are a testament to hardworking gardeners and landscapers.