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First images released of the wreck of Quest, explorer Ernest Shackleton’s last ship
ST. JOHN’S — A team of explorers led by the Royal Canadian Geographical Society has…
Officials fear winds will fan out-of-control Brunswick Complex fire near Boston Bar
BOSTON BAR — Officials say strong winds through British Columbia’s Fraser Canyon northeast of Vancouver…
TRENDING NOW: Puppy’s too small for his bark
It's tough being a puppy.
Jail for Vernon woman caught drunk driving while on bail for drunk driving
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The crash left an 81-year-old man and a 14-year-old girl with lasting injuries.
BC Wildfire warns boaters after Kamloops fire
"We don't want to have anybody out on the water getting in the way of aircraft when they're out helping us."
The Latest: US says it’s carrying out more strikes after Iran’s attacks in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. carried out another round of strikes on Iran late Wednesday, hours after President…
Mental state ‘stable’ for father who killed kids, B.C. review board says
COQUITLAM — The risk posed by a man found not criminally responsible for killing his…
BC Parks Foundation needs $800K to save piece of Myra-Bellevue park near Kelowna from development
And it doesn't have much time to do it.
Death toll from B.C. fishing charter sinking rises as woman dies in hospital
RICHMOND — One of four people rescued after a fishing charter boat sank off Metro…
iN PHOTOS: Six majestic birds that are masters at fishing in Okanagan, Kamloops
Fish are at the top of the menu for these skilled hunters, divers and fishers.
Tempest Theatre brings classic adaptation to historic theatre
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The Tempest Theatre is bringing back a new twist on the classic performance of A…
Carney in Saudi Arabia seeking economic partnership amid human rights concerns
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney has arrived in Saudi Arabia as he seeks economic…
iN NUMBERS: Bike trails and paths around Kamloops, Okanagan
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Do you think your city needs more bike lanes?
Carney unveils more defence spending with $800M missile contract at NATO
ANKARA — Canada will turn to the Norwegian company Kongsberg to acquire joint strike missiles…
Vancouver and Colombia bow out of World Cup, as Swiss get the last hurrah
VANCOUVER — The thrills of a penalty shootout between Colombia and Switzerland, after a scoreless…
Merritt man to use $1M in lotto winnings to finish home reno
The winning ticket on the July 1 draw was purchased at the Walmart in Merritt.
Veteran defensive lineman Charleston Hughes named to Canadian Football Hall of Fame
TORONTO — Charleston Hughes can add Hall of Famer to his impressive CFL resume. The…
Kamloops sign on hold; Kelowna’s a hot attraction
Kamloops planned to have a similar sign three years ago, but now it's not clear whether it'll ever be built.
Rogers closes six radio stations including Sportsnet in Vancouver, Calgary
Rogers Sports and Media is shutting down its Sportsnet 650 radio station in Vancouver and…
‘Not crazy, driven crazy’: Eddy Haymour’s daughter says Peachland icon was misunderstood
Eddie Haymour built a Middle Eastern themed park on an island in Okanagan Lake near Peachland
Growing B.C. wildfire closes Highway 1, more evacuation alerts issued
VICTORIA — A growing wildfire in British Columbia’s Fraser Canyon has forced further evacuation alerts…
TRENDING NOW: Dog trainer’s worst pupil
Tino the dog is clearly an adorable menance.
Construction date unclear on BC Housing’s massive, delayed Penticton project
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Penticton MLA Amelia Boultbee, now a member of the government caucus, refused to comment when asked whether she'll advocate for the project.
No jail for 76-year-old Vernon man who sexually assaulted friend’s widow
He was very drunk, and the offence was 'out of character.'