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Why you don’t have to be quiet in a public library in Kamloops, Okanagan anymore
September 16, 2025 - 6:00 AM

Stepping into a public library is a lot different than it used to be.
No dogs allowed: Dangerous algae at popular lake near Kamloops
July 03, 2025 - 6:00 PM

An emergency veterinary hospital in Kamloops alerted dog owners to the dangers of a potential blue and green algae bloom in nearby Nicola Lake after several sick dogs were admitted into their care over the weekend.
How pediatric jobs at KGH stack up against the competition
June 18, 2025 - 6:00 AM

Kelowna General Hospital’s pediatric ward closure has sparked a conversation about how Interior Health recruits doctors, and it turns out the job offers are competitive with other health authorities in the region and Washington state.
iN PHOTOS: This South Okanagan gem a must-see for birders, outdoor enthusiasts
May 14, 2025 - 4:00 AM

A conservation area in the South Okanagan is a must-see this summer for anyone who loves nature, hiking, birding or biking.
'No longer silenced': Vernon hockey coach jailed for historic sexual assault on teen
April 24, 2025 - 4:47 PM

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iN PHOTOS: Why Okanagan’s colourful Kalamalka Lake is a must-visit
April 16, 2025 - 4:00 AM

Known for its deep blue to turquoise and green water colour, Kalamalka Lake along Highway 97 between Vernon and Oyama offers activities for everyone to enjoy.
Hobbyists not happy with spring closure of Kamloops gold panning hot spot
April 03, 2025 - 6:00 AM

Tranquille River near Kamloops is famous for its gold panning activity, but for the second year in a row it has been closed for the spring, right at the prime time for gold panning.
New plan for Kelowna Springs golf course after years of controversy
April 02, 2025 - 4:48 PM

The vision to turn Kelowna Springs Golf Club into an industrial park was controversial, but the property’s developer has released a plan for a compromise.
'MAJOR FATIGUE': COVID-19 not over for former Vernon man, and he isn’t alone
March 24, 2025 - 6:00 AM

Nathan Harrison had an active healthy lifestyle growing up swimming, water skiing and snowboarding in Vernon, and continued enjoying recreational activities after moving to Revelstoke where he worked as a chef for years while raising his daughter.
In-migration to Kelowna dropped significantly in 2024
January 14, 2025 - 7:00 PM

Kelowna saw far fewer newcomers last year than it did in 2023, according to numbers released a major Canadian moving company.
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THOMPSON: Department of War name change comes with hefty bill for American taxpayers
OPINION Last month, President Donald Trump decided he liked the sound of Department of War a lot more than Department of Defense. It was - like so many Trump impulses - a move that did little to change reality other t

Why some bars and most breweries close early in downtown Kelowna
It’s 10:30 p.m. and the night feels young inside one of Kelowna’s charming breweries, but your hope of painting the town red is dashed by last call. That’s a pretty common experience for folks who aren’t familiar wit

Why Okanagan cannabis shops aren't dominating the black market
Law abiding cannabis companies in the Okanagan deal with the government taking its piece of the pie at every turn, while trying to compete with a black market that's still going strong. Cannabis in B.C. gets taxed at several points betw

The story behind the Shuswap's familiar and historic Trickle Inn
A large, charming white house with green trim has been a familiar site for people travelling through the Shuswap for decades. Perched on side of the Trans-Canada Highway in Tappen, the house was a family home for the Carlin family for sever

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