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Nine homicides in Kamloops, Okanagan in 2021; most remain unsolved
2021 will be remembered for many reasons, but for dozens of Kamloops and Okanagan families,…
How Penticton’s homeless people cope at -20 C at night
When temperatures reach extreme lows in the City of Penticton, 16 extra cots become available…
Some Okanagan New Year’s polar bear swims return
New Year's Day polar bear swims were left out in the cold due to public…
Hummingbird helpers in southern B.C. having tough week thanks to frigid weather
Hummingbirds can live year-round in the Okanagan but only near committed bird-loving homeowners – and…
Select New Year’s Eve celebrations still a go throughout Thompson-Okanagan
If you are hoping to celebrate the new year by attending a major event like…
First severe flooding now ice jams threaten homes in rural Princeton, Keremeos
A month ago the Similkameen River spilled its banks causing severe flooding in Princeton and…
Colour added to frozen waterfall along South Okanagan highway
Motorists travelling through the South Okanagan get to enjoy a colourful treat every winter thanks…
B.C. Wildfire recruiting crew members for upcoming wildfire season
Looking for a job this summer? The B.C. Wildfire Service is now accepting applications for…
Development plans for Peachland RV park coming into focus
Peachland residents are getting some of their first looks at a new beachfront development. Porchlight…
Why these Okanagan cafes are creating unique hot chocolates
The first annual Okanagan Hot Chocolate Festival is giving hot chocolate lovers an opportunity to…
Here’s some of the best spots to ice fish in the Thompson-Okanagan
The winter fishing community is hopeful for a quick start to the season in the…
iN VIDEO: Drive-by of Christmas light displays in Penticton
The winter solstice may be the darkest time of year but the streets of Penticton…
EXIT Escape Games open new location in Penticton
New escape rooms opened last week in Penticton, making them the only escape room experience…
iN VIDEO: Dash cam footage of dangerous driver getting caught on Highway 3
A trucker who was passed while approaching a blind turn on Highway 3 earlier this…
Map of the best Penticton holiday lights 2021
It’s that time of year again when jingle bells and Christmas carols can be heard,…
iN PHOTOS: New ER opens at Penticton hospital; part of $312M reno
The largest phase of the renovation at the Penticton Regional Hospital’s emergency room has been…
Guilty plea on weapons charges from Merritt man involved in armed standoff
A Merritt man who was involved in an armed standoff with the RCMP last year…
Penticton RCMP investigating shooting of downtown business
This weekend, shots were fired at a downtown Penticton business and police are asking for…
‘It’s been insane:’ Princeton mayor hoping Coquihalla stays open following flood events
With the main highway connecting the Lower Mainland to the Interior set to open tomorrow,…
Foreclosure looms over three Penticton motels unless debts settled
A Vancouver company that owns three motels in Penticton is hoping to settle its debts…
Two years after he was fired from the Penticton mall, this naughty Santa is as busy as ever
– This story was originally published Dec. 8, 2021. Getting fired over spicy photos seemed like…
Why Kamloops, Okanagan winter cyclists are envious of Penticton
More Penticton cyclists appear to be riding in winter weather thanks to the City’s decision…
Okanagan ice wines getting the cold shoulder this winter
Temperatures are beginning to drop low enough to harvest grapes for ice wine but many…
Vancouver Canucks postponing weekend games
The schedule for today's Hockey Night in Canada has been disrupted by news that the…