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Penticton Vees to face Prince George in second round, Rockets take on Everett
Penticton and Kelowna both advanced, with the Rockets heading to Everett to face the Silvertips, who led the WHL in the regular season.
THOMPSON: The plight of Black women in America
"While Black men and other men of colour suffer from a deck stacked against them - and it is true that women face more discrimination than men - it is Black women and other women of colour who suffer the most today."
Two orphaned bear cubs rescued on Vancouver Island, after mom found dead
ERRINGTON — A wildlife sanctuary on Vancouver Island has taken in two young black bear…
How Imagine Pools Turned Family Ties Into Five-Star Reviews
Business Spotlight
Vernon’s Imagine Pools has a fabulous reputation, and the reason for this enviable market position…
South Okanagan couple pushing regional district for right to live in tiny home
iNhome
“We’re happy to comply with bylaws but we also think the bylaws need to be updated."
Kids ate the multiplex: How family movies are taking over moviegoing, one blockbuster at a time
NEW YORK (AP) — As “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” lands in theaters, coloring stations,…
TRENDING NOW: Be amazed with this guy’s card throwing skills
His card throwing tricks are simply amazing.
To fix a patient’s irregular heartbeat, doctors first tested its digital ‘twin’
WASHINGTON (AP) — Scientists created virtual replicas of patients’ diseased hearts so precise that blocking…
Environment Canada says strong winds are coming to parts of B.C. starting on Monday.
VANCOUVER — A special weather statement issued for much of British Columbia’s southern coast and…
iN PHOTOS: In and around Okanagan, Kamloops wetlands
Wetlands are remarkable ecosystems teeming with life.
Want to renew healthy eating habits? Greek monks have a spring playbook
TRIKORFO, Greece (AP) — Can a centuries-old ritual of spiritual renewal rekindle a New Year’s…
Community rallies for Vernon mother of 16 leaving abusive marriage
"Because she spoke no English, she lost her voice, first in her marriage then in her community."
Canadian Premier League to trial new ‘daylight’ offside rule
TORONTO — The Canadian Premier League is set to trial a new offside rule when…
TRENDING NOW: Boys entertain themselves with a garage can
Some might say this is why women live longer than men.
Kelowna restaurant fined $11,000 after customer steps outside with drink
iNwine
The case highlights the heavy handedness of BC's liquor laws.
Wife of BC prosecutor pleads not guilty to fraud charges over missing charity money
The case is being heard in Kelowna, away from Nanaimo where the charges originate, to avoid any appearance of a conflict of interest.
With Spielberg’s help, a 101-year-old Auschwitz survivor has become a mighty warrior against hate
SAINT-MAUR-DES-FOSSÉS, France (AP) — After surviving Auschwitz-Birkenau, Ginette Kolinka developed a stock answer to shut…
Summerland’s new sugar-free, non-alcoholic winery
iNwine
Winery owners and long-time friends Tyler Harlton and Chris Pagliocchini appeared on Dragons’ Den and secured a million dollar investment.
A playoff salary cap is coming to the NHL. GMs get a calculator to help them navigate it
NEW YORK (AP) — Gone are the days of NHL teams stashing players on long-term…
Kelowna motorcyclist films himself speeding, incriminates himself, ends up behind bars
iNwheels
If you're going to break the law, it's best not to film yourself doing it.
More women are having babies later in life. How to improve your chance of a healthy pregnancy
Dr. Jacquelyn Means knew that being pregnant in her late 30s would be challenging. “It…
TRENDING NOW: Cats with no respect for personal space
Just try not closing the bathroom door all the way and see who visits.
iN NUMBERS: Majority of British Columbians surveyed oppose DRIPA
Last year, British Columbians were leaning toward support for DRIPA, but now things are moving in the other direction.
BC cannabis store fined over ‘self-serve’ bong, pipe displays
iN420
"This is about papers, lighters, and glassware, items found in gas stations or convenience stores all over Tofino and British Columbia, yet cannabis stores are the only industry being penalized for it."