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WNBA’s Tempo add Habs execs to ownership group, two regular-season games in Montreal
TORONTO — Even before Toronto was awarded an WNBA franchise, Geoff Molson wanted to get…
Kamloops man accused of killing robbery accomplice in 2021
Two men are awaiting trial four years after the killing of 29-year-old Adam Hibbert in Kamloops.
Police in Abbotsford, B.C., create extortion task force in addition to RCMP team
ABBOTSFORD — Police in Abbotsford, B.C., say they are launching their own task force to…
B.C. Conservative Leader Rustad wins leadership vote, then kicks out Sturko
VICTORIA — British Columbia Conservative Leader John Rustad said he decided to kick out high-profile…
Edmonton Oilers sign forward Vasily Podkolzin to three-year contract extension
EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Vasily Podkolzin to a three-year contract extension,…
Support for B.C. wineries following last year’s freeze extended another year
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Wineries in B.C. are still recovering from the freeze in 2024 so the government is…
B.C. public service workers expand picket locations again in bid to restart talks
BURNABY — Striking British Columbia public service workers have furthered job action, with the union…
Conspiracy to commit murder charges laid in Vernon trailer park shooting
One of those charged was just 18 years old at the time.
Why you can’t avoid the sound of bird cannons on Okanagan farms
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"If you like the farm view, then you have to hear the farm, too."
In the news today: Trump to speak at United Nations, gun control group targeting SKS
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Vancouver Whitecaps take shutout streak into matchup against the Portland Timbers
Portland Timbers (11-10-9, eighth in the Western Conference) vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC (16-6-7, second in…
Ostrich farmers hope for ‘miracle’ as CFIA moves to cull flock over avian flu
A last stand to try to save 400 ostriches from an ordered cull is unfolding…
BC property taxes rising as cities take on provincial duties
"Perhaps municipalities have become less efficient at delivering core services because they are distracted by scope creep."
Proposed National Park in South Okanagan still on table 20 years later
“There’s no formal decision yet, but all parties — Parks Canada, the province, and both First Nations — are still at the table. We’re closer than we’ve ever been to agreeing on governance structures.”
Invasive mussels intercepted on the way to Okanagan prompts petition
“If you drink water, pay taxes, enjoy the beach, or fishing, you should be concerned about invasive mussels."
UBCM leaders call on B.C. to fill housing gaps that led to increased homelessness
VICTORIA — Municipal leaders in British Columbia are calling on the provincial government to fill…
Two-time MVP Steve Nash joins Phoenix Suns as senior adviser
PHOENIX (AP) — Former Phoenix Suns star Steve Nash is joining the franchise as a…
TRENDING NOW: Dog living his best life at splash park
He's figured out the timing so he gets maximum splash.
CFL under fire for new changes, some fans say it makes the game more American
The CFL has come under some fire by one of its more notable names. The…
Five things to know about the B.C. ostrich farm and pending cull
EDGEWOOD, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA — RCMP and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency are at an…
Lawyers for Kamloops mayor, councillor face off for week-long hearing
A city councillor is arguing a BC Supreme Court judge should toss the mayor's defamation case entirely after months of delays.
Health minister Osborne says B.C. recruited more than 140 health U.S. care staff
VICTORIA — British Columbia Health Minister Josie Osborne says the province is “doing very well”…
Evander Kane brings edge, experience to hometown Vancouver Canucks
PENTICTON — Evander Kane still remembers watching the Vancouver Canucks as a kid. He has…
B.C. public workers’ strike expands to liquor, cannabis distribution warehouses
DELTA — Liquor and cannabis warehouses in British Columbia are now behind picket lines as…