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The story of how Trump went from diminished ex-president to a victor once again
November 11, 2024 - 10:30 AM

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — As he bid farewell to Washington in January 2021, deeply unpopular and diminished, Donald Trump was already hinting at a comeback.
Kelowna Rallies for Kids – Favourite Luxury Car Event Returns for 2024
July 14, 2024 - 8:00 AM
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On July 27, something extraordinary will be winding its way through Kelowna. It's long, loud and filled with children grinning ear-to-ear. Back after a year hiatus, the thrilling luxury car rally, the Okanagan Dream Rally fundraiser for charity, is heading to Kelowna, BC.
What to do if you see a pet in a hot car in Okanagan, Kamloops
July 04, 2024 - 7:00 PM

The BC SPCA reminds residents to keep pets out of hot cars during the summer to avoid fatality or injury to animals.
Insurance is high on frequently stolen vehicles. Here's how to reduce your premiums
April 20, 2024 - 6:00 PM

TORONTO - Looking for a break on car insurance premiums is often top of mind for drivers.
Top ten excuses BC RCMP officers get from driver's with no insurance
January 22, 2024 - 2:30 PM

After a massive string of fines for drivers without insurance in the Kootenays, the BC RCMP's Highway Patrol has compiled the top ten terrible excuses it gets from drivers without insurance.
Electric trucks could become too pricey for City of Vernon to add to their fleet
November 13, 2022 - 5:31 PM
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The City of Vernon will soon decide whether to add two $75,000 electric Ford trucks to their fleet of vehicles at a cost that is much pricier than the gas-powered ones.
Memorial convoy marks 1 year since Shannon White's disappearance
October 20, 2022 - 7:00 PM
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Everyone is welcome to participate in a memorial ride for missing woman, Shannon White.
British Columbians can ditch the decals on their licence plates starting tomorrow
April 30, 2022 - 3:40 PM

Starting tomorrow, British Columbians won’t need stickers on their license plates to show they’re insured.
Reporter spat on while covering Osoyoos protest
February 19, 2022 - 6:05 PM

Journalists trying to cover “freedom” rallies across the country experienced harassment from protestors this weekend.
‘Ugliest’ race car gets facelift for Penticton mom who helps feed the homeless
February 19, 2022 - 7:00 AM

A Penticton woman who feeds the homeless had no idea that her beaten-up race car would be getting a fresh paint job and sponsorship.
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THOMPSON: More questions than answers following Trump's attack on Iran
OPINION Just six months ago, President Donald Trump said he would “stop the chaos in the Middle East…prevent world war three”. Last week, President Trump ordered the bombing of three Iranian nuclear

iN NUMBERS: Beer, wine and spirits in Kamloops, Okanagan
Everyone loves to go on about how great the wine is in the Okanagan, but good ol’ beer and liquor is too often overlooked. Here are some numbers for wine, beer and spirits in Kamloops and the Okanagan: 8,830: Acres of viney

Texas governor calls for special session after vetoing a bill to ban THC-infused goods
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed a bill that would have banned consumable hemp products containing THC ingredients in the state, but said he's open to lawmakers passing a new effort to regulate what has become a boomin

Central Okanagan needs 20,000 new homes in five years
Cities around the Central Okanagan have been figuring out how many homes they need to build to keep up with the rising demand, but the regional district has taken a step back to look at the bigger picture. The Regional District of the Centr

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What’s the deal with the billboards next to the bridge in West Kelowna?
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Innovative café opening in Vernon breaks down employment barriers
An artsy café opening in Vernon this summer will be operated by residents with diverse abilities as part of a broader movement for inclusivity. The Pup-n-Cup Café is not only a
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'Lived on love': Couple called Penticton encampment home for a year
If you were walking down any Penticton street in the middle of a nice summer day and saw Mathias Korkowski and Willow Wood walking hand-in-hand, you would likely think they are just another happy
June 27, 2025 6:00 PM
'Expensive umbrella': Musicians disappointed with new $1.6M stage in Kelowna's city park
The new outdoor Island Stage in Kelowna’s Waterfront Park is facing some fierce criticism from musicians who think it was a waste of money. The stage faces west into the sunset, has no
June 27, 2025 7:00 PM
Kelowna curling club fights $7,000 fine after serving beer to undercover teen
The Kelowna Curling Club has successfully fought a $7,000 fine after it served a 17-year-old a beer during the Canadian men's curling championship. According to a June 25 BC Liquor and C
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Kelowna man who kicked pregnant wife didn't want jail; a judge disagreed
A Kelowna tow truck driver who kicked his ex-wife in the head while she was pregnant argued he shouldn't get a criminal record for his violence and denied he had anger management problems.
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BC Tribunal rules against woman who took nude photos at work
A BC office worker has failed in her attempt to sue her ex after he gave management nude photos of her that she'd taken at work. The office worker, referred to as MR in a June 24 BC Civi
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Suspension for BC teacher who told stories about his high school girlfriend
A BC secondary school teacher who told vulnerable students personal stories about his high school girlfriend has been suspended. According to a June 24 BC Commissioner for Teacher Regulation
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What to know about the next James Bond movie now that Denis Villeneuve will direct it
In the 50-plus years of James Bond, the wait between films has never gone longer than six years. The next entry, and first since Daniel Craig's dramatic exit, may test that — but things
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Man shot Idaho firefighters who had asked him to move his vehicle, killing 2, sheriff says
COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho (AP) — A man who started a wildfire and then fatally shot two firefighters and wounded another in northern Idaho was a 20-year-old transient who attacked the first responders aft
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