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Canada’s Shapovalov aims for top-10 return in 2026: ‘I’m able to push the top guys’
Denis Shapovalov is targeting a return to the top of men’s tennis. His performance during…
iN PHOTOS: Fascinating ice formations in Kamloops, Okanagan
Residents are taking photos of the frozen Memorial Fountain in Osoyoos.
In the news: End to remote work, New Year’s bar fire, Quebec’s first babies of 2026
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Beniers scores twice in Kraken’s 4-1 win over Predators
SEATTLE (AP) — Matty Beniers scored twice during the Seattle Kraken’s three-goal first period and…
Changing women’s hockey landscape continued in 2025, Canada’s Olympic prep altered
"We trust each other, love each other, believe in each other."
TRENDING NOW: Real life ‘Looney Tunes’ moment
This dog is outmatched.
In orbit: Canada’s satellite-to-cell offerings poised to grow after Rogers beta trial
"So much of British Columbia does not have cell service, and for folks ... in those areas, when something goes wrong, getting help to them as fast as possible is critical."
B.C.’s first baby in 2026 was born in Kelowna General Hospital at 12:18 a.m.
VICTORIA — The British Columbia government says the province’s first baby of 2026 was born…
iN VIDEO: Chubby chukars huddle for warmth in Kamloops
“Winter is the most demanding season a bird will face."
The moon and sun figure big in the new year’s lineup of cosmic wonders
“I can’t believe it’s taken this long to find three.”
‘We’re anything but risky’: Simu Liu laments decline of Asian roles in Hollywood
"I feel like because of who I am and because of the faces that we have, we're inherently seen as more risky, even though that's not the case."
Legislation Thompson-Okanagan MLAs introduced in 2025
These bills received a first reading, so there is still a way to go before any of them get put into law, and some of them might not go any further.
Christmas is over, but what to do with the tree? Here’s some alternatives to the landfill
According to the Nature Conservancy, some 10 million live Christmas trees end up in landfills every year.
What’s happening this weekend in the Okanagan and Kamloops
Welcome to 2026! Start the new year off right with these events across Kelowna, Vernon,…
Snowmobiler dies in avalanche in Rocky Mountains in northeastern B.C.
A snowmobiler has died after being buried by an avalanche in the Rocky Mountains in…
Gull-Masty reflects on first months of job Indigenous leaders were wary of her taking
"I've had the opportunity to learn more — way more — than I ever expected. I've also had to push back in my own way."
11 homicides, suspicious deaths in Kamloops, Okanagan in 2025
Kelowna had what was likely BC's most high-profile homicide, resulting in public outcry for bail reform.
Cities around the world welcome 2026 with thunderous fireworks and heightened security
NEW YORK (AP) — From Sydney to Paris to New York City, crowds rang in…
Clouds in Okanagan, Kamloops may hamper view of first supermoon of 2026
The Wolf Moon, which is also a supermoon, reaches peak illumination Saturday night.
Experienced Canadian curling teams will aim to end Olympic gold drought at Cortina
There won’t be Olympic stage fright for members of the Canadian curling teams at the…
With skid in the rearview mirror, Bruins aim to build off impressive win over Oilers
EDMONTON — The Boston Bruins ended the year feeling a lot better than the couple…
2026 arrives with celebrations from coast to coast
Canadians in Newfoundland were the first to ring in 2026, including residents of St. John’s.…
Cities around the world welcome 2026 with thunderous fireworks and heightened security
NEW YORK (AP) — From Sydney to Paris to New York City, crowds rang in…
Canada defeats Finland 7-4 on New Year’s Eve at world juniors to top Group B
MINNEAPOLIS — Cole Beaudoin walked out of his home rink bitterly disappointed one year ago.…