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B.C. ruling says note on ‘dinged’ car was binding contract between two lawyers
VANCOUVER — British Columbia’s Civil Resolution Tribunal says a note left on a car about…
North Okanagan agriculture company takes regional district to court over septic system
The regional district is concerned the septic system could contaminate Kal Lake.
iN NUMBERS: Jailhouse facts and figures in Kamloops, Okanagan
To help ease your curiosity we have some fun and some not-so-fun data about BC Corrections facilities in Kamloops and the Okanagan.
Kamloops film director wins support for debut feature on homelessness
Her debut film "Mary" is based on an emotionally charged short film she created a few years ago called "The Bench", which follows the uncertain and isolated life of a homeless teenager trying to survive a winter in Kamloops.
American company buys Kamloops bicycle wheel manufacturer
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Kamloops company We Are One has been building bicycle wheels for nearly a decade. This week it was sold to an American company.
Six-foot boa constrictor slithers away at beach in Tofino, B.C.
VICTORIA — A six-foot-long boa constrictor is on the loose after slithering away at Tofino’s…
TRENDING NOW: Kid loses it watching ‘Harry Potter’ for first time
There’s something to say for firsts. Like the first time you watch a classic movie…
Atheist group says ‘discriminatory’ religions shouldn’t get tax exemptions in Kelowna
“Religions are allowed to discriminate. They have that right, it's called religious freedom... but we also have a right for freedom from religion.”
Merritt teens first on scene of hotel fire take action, alert guests
Merritt teenagers Jacob Sutherland and Jayda Bonner didn’t hesitate to take action when they saw…
TRENDING NOW: Inline skates and walker don’t mix
This is a cautionary tale.
Kelowna’s Playtime Casino is Putting the Soul into Solstice
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On June 21st, Playtime Casino in Kelowna is pulling out all the stops with a…
‘No end in sight’ for systematic killing of BC wolves to save caribou
The BC government spent a decade killing wolves to protect caribou. Now, critics warn that despite questions about its effectiveness, ethics and impact on the rest of the environment, the government is moving to make the wolf cull a permanent part of its strategy.
iN DISCUSSION: ‘Can’t limit or ban bad’ pet owners
Following are emailed reader responses to stories or letters to the editor at iNFOnews.ca.
BC’s sunflower sea stars are now endangered, but rays of hope remain
Sunflower sea stars clinging to life in BC’s cold-water fjords are officially on the edge of extinction, a scientific advisory panel is warning.
Vernon RCMP warn public about fake cash making the rounds
"If you know what you’re looking for, the phoney bills won’t stand up.”
Kamloops cops stop delivery van thief with spike belt
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Someone stole a delivery van in Kamloops and police deployed a spike belt on the…
Warmer than normal summer predicted across Canada, uncertain precipitation levels
Canada is expected to see a warmer-than-usual summer with uncertain precipitation levels in most provinces,…
Mountie charged with driving offences after B.C. crash
VICTORIA — An RCMP officer faces two charges under the Motor Vehicle Act after a…
Kamloops man charged with sexual assault
A Kamloops man has been charged with sexual assault and police hope that someone will come forward with more information.
Cause of Merritt hotel fire suspicious: RCMP
Everyone evacuated the hotel safely and no injuries have been reported.
12 more temperature records broken in B.C. as hot weather persists
Another dozen temperature records have fallen in British Columbia thanks to the ongoing spell of…
‘Sleeping in cars’: Saskatchewan ombudsman slams delayed aid to wildfire evacuees
REGINA — Saskatchewan’s ombudsman says Premier Scott Moe’s government is failing to provide timely help…
GST relief on new homes could save 1st-time buyers up to $240 on mortgages: report
OTTAWA — The Liberal plan to give first-time homebuyers a tax break on a newly…
In the news today: AG report on company behind ArriveCan out today
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…