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Province moves to seize $11,500 in cash and a SUV after West Kelowna drug raid
Kelowna RCMP raided the home two days after an undercover drug purchase in February.
Jail for Vernon man who sexually assaulted 15-year-old stepdaughter
While he seperated from her mother, she still thought of him as a step dad.
B.C. settles legal debt with former aide convicted in ‘quick wins’ scandal
The British Columbia government says it’s forgiving $340,000 in legal debts owed by a former…
Wildfires tick up as lightning flickers across southern B.C.
VANCOUVER — The number of wildfires was ticking up as lightning strikes flickered across British…
Iranian attacks target Bahrain and Kuwait as US launches more airstrikes on Iran
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iranian attacks targeted Bahrain and Kuwait early Thursday after…
Kamloops’ only meadery showcasing locally grown flavours
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“There are a lot of people who are tasting mead for the first time and it’s fun watching their reactions."
Union says B.C. mill closure leaves workers ‘reeling,’ as industry woes persist
The latest blow to British Columbia’s battered forestry sector has prompted industry, union and local…
Defending champion Argentina reaches World Cup final by beating England 2-1
ATLANTA (AP) — No “Hand of God” this time. Argentina didn’t need it. Instead it…
iN NUMBERS: TVs and tattoos show how excited B.C. was to host the World Cup
Would you like to see Vancouver host the World Cup again?
Three Armstrong businesses gutted in early morning fire
“This was a devastating fire for our community, and our hearts go out to the owners, staff, and everyone affected by this loss."
Chiefs call on feds to criminalize residential school denialism as hate speech
OTTAWA — First Nations chiefs say the federal government is enabling residential school denialism by…
Canada pauses applications for parent, grandparent immigration sponsorship program
OTTAWA — The federal government will not accept any new applications this year from people…
Bank of Canada holds key rate steady as confidence grows in economic rebound
OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada struck a somewhat optimistic tone about the economy after…
It’s going to be a scorcher in Okanagan, Shuswap and South Thompson
Environment Canada has issued a yellow heat warning.
Kelowna man sexually assaulted girlfriends as a teenager, now he’s been convicted
The judge said if he was an adult at the time he'd have been jailed.
Controversial Okanagan MLA rumoured to be rejoining BC Cons as recall ramps up
"It looks like she may be actively internally campaigning with the Conservatives to rejoin them.”
300 jobs lost as Canfor closes pulp mill outside Prince George, B.C.
VANCOUVER — Forestry company Canfor announced Tuesday its plan to permanently close its Northwood pulp…
Fact File: Fake Canadian fashion boutiques mislead shoppers
Multiple online retail businesses are advertising themselves as Canadian boutiques on platforms including Facebook. But…
B.C. warned of ‘significant wildfire event’ in coming days, as lightning raises risks
VANCOUVER — Wildfire officials and crews across British Columbia were preparing for a potentially significant…
Okanagan, Kamloops in for some heat with a dash of lightning
Temperatures are expected to stay around the mid-30s.
Kamloops mayor threatens to suspend employee during council meeting
"I don't know if you know, but the mayor can suspend any municipal officer or employee."
Taps turned off for some North Okanagan farmers due to water restrictions
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"When one user exceeds their allocation, it directly affects what remains available to others."
Spain shuts down France and Kylian Mbappé, advances to the World Cup final with a 2-0 victory
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Spain’s defensive prowess and swagger were just too much for an…
iN PHOTOS: Ride a lift to alpine blooms at local ski hills in Okanagan, Kamloops
Several outdoor lovers captured the beauty of the alpine this month.