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Lewis begins NDP leadership with Prairie tension and a big rebuilding task ahead
WINNIPEG — Avi Lewis starts his term as federal NDP leader with the daunting task…
Celine Dion announces 10 concerts in Paris, says she’s ‘so ready to do this’
Celine Dion is returning to the stage for a series of 10 shows in Paris,…
Air Canada CEO to step down later this year after backlash over lack of French
MONTREAL — Air Canada chief executive Michael Rousseau will leave the company later this year…
Former West Kelowna PAC treasurer pleads guilty to stealing donated money
The case dates back to 2018 when the PAC discovered "irregularities" in its finances.
Okanagan squads take lead in first round of WHL playoffs
The Kelowna Rockets are heading to Kamloops with the advantage in the first playoff series between the rivals since 2017.
THOMPSON: The mind-boggling financial cost of Trump’s war on Iran
"The U.S. has spent $1.3 Million per minute…PER MINUTE…for a month. That’s more than $50 Billion."
Disgusted in himself, former Kelowna man reported himself to police
A judge now has to decide his punishment.
The Latest: Iran warns US against ground invasion as regional powers meet in Pakistan
Iranian forces “are waiting for the arrival of American troops on the ground to set…
A 3-limbed Kemp’s ridley sea turtle is now being tracked at sea by satellite
JUNO BEACH, Fla. (AP) — The veterinary staff at a Florida sea turtle hospital is…
TRENDING NOW: Dad of the year goes to…
If this dad hasn't been nominated for Dad of the Year yet, someone is laying down on the job.
Recap of Okanagan MLA Tara Armstrong’s ‘work’ in leg ahead of recall campaign
Most recently she attempted to repeal the BC Human Rights Code, another bill that failed at the first reading in the legislature.
Why not paying a Kamloops parking ticket still has few consequences
If the city doesn't take your parking ticket to court, it might be forgotten in six months.
Doctors want more women lifting weights. Experts say welcoming gyms and education would help
During her first year of college, Elisabeth Bradley was inspired to try weightlifting after she…
iN NUMBERS: British Columbians’ feelings on 4th anniversary of the Freedom Convoy
Four years later, the Freedom Convoy is still controversial.
The sea beneath Arctic and Antarctic ice holds many secrets. These scientists dive deep to find out
KILPISJÄRVI, Finland (AP) — As bubbles rippled across the frigid Finnish lake, diver Daan Jacobs…
‘My home too’: Vernon trailer park owner seeks deal to keep power on
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"I am not evil. I am not trying to remove people from their homes."
People ‘bathe’ in nature to get respite from chaotic news cycle
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — For two hours, Claire Jefferies wanted to get away from the…
TRENDING NOW: Automated doggie fun
Technology has elevated the game of fetch.
iN PHOTOS: Tourists discover magic of historic gem in West Kelowna
“The park provides a glimpse into the lives of an early settler family that helped shape agriculture in the region."
Millions in corporate donations for major Kamloops projects may not come back after delays
"Things were very active and very close to getting deals done, then it went cold because corporations didn't want to back something that maybe the community didn't back."
Scientists captured female sperm whales on video working together during a birth to protect the calf
NEW YORK (AP) — Rare footage of a sperm whale giving birth has offered scientists…
North Okanagan farmer fined $30,000 for his conduct during irrigation ban
The irrigation ban quickly became political and pitted farmers against the province.
‘This is people’s lives’: Canadian soccer star Quinn continues trans advocacy
VANCOUVER — A Canadian soccer star is speaking out about the need to make sports…
Salmon Arm Circle K store fined after stiffing temporary foreign worker $18,000
The store hadn't paid regular wages, overtime wages, statutory holiday pay and annual vacation pay.