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iN RESPONSE: Readers have their say
January 07, 2025 - 12:00 PM

Following are a collection of reader responses to stories or letters to the editor for the first week of January 2024. They have been edited slightly for readability.
Why a CN railroad bridge in Kamloops has two tall towers
June 09, 2024 - 6:30 AM

Kamloops commuters drive past the CN railroad bridge that spans the North Thompson River every day, but some might not know the bridge holds a unique claim to fame.
Edmunds: What you actually need to know about wintertime driving with an electric vehicle
February 04, 2024 - 11:30 AM

As a big winter storm rolled across the United States in mid-January, many news outlets reported on drivers of electric vehicles dealing with dramatically reduced range and multi-hour waits at public charging stations. It’s true that driving an EV in freezing weather poses extra challenges compared to a gasoline-powered vehicle. But it’s also possible to employ techniques that can make EV winter driving less challenging. The car experts at Edmunds report on what you can do.
BC Hydro shifts pricing formula for public EV chargers
January 27, 2024 - 6:00 PM

Gary Guthrie has had an electric vehicle for more than a decade and vows he’ll never own a gas-powered car again — even if that might mean a price increase in the near future when he hits the pump, so to speak.
Edmunds: The best plug-in hybrids for driving without filling up on gas
December 31, 2023 - 4:30 PM

Buying a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle is a great way to try living with an electric vehicle without giving up the convenience of using gasoline for longer trips. They’re perfect for driving shorter commutes, shuttling kids to school, and running local errands on electricity. But when your plans call for a longer trip, a plug-in hybrid’s gasoline engine takes over and makes it possible to drive across the city or the entire country without recharging the battery.
Amid push for EV adoption, pickup trucks are the next frontier
December 31, 2023 - 9:00 AM

Michael Laroche replaced his Ford F-150 pickup truck with its electric twin, the F-150 Lightning, about a year-and-a-half ago.
iN PHOTOS: Paddle-wheeler 'Wanda Sue' sets sights on return to South Thompson River
July 22, 2023 - 6:00 AM

It’s been nearly 20 years since the Wanda Sue stopped cruising on the South Thompson River out of Kamloops.
Automakers targeting average households with new crop of EVs
July 19, 2022 - 9:00 PM
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WARREN, Mich. (AP) — In their first rollouts of electric vehicles, America's automakers targeted people who value short-range economy cars. Then came EVs for luxury buyers and drivers of pickups and delivery vans.
Edmunds: The Best Hybrid Pickup Trucks in 2022
July 13, 2022 - 10:00 PM
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The average national price for gasoline has gone up almost $2 over the past year, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That’s not good news for some of the thirstiest vehicles on the road: pickup trucks. But there is a relatively new option if you’re looking to save on gas: a hybrid pickup.
Frozen cars, batteries keeping Kamloops, Okanagan mechanics busy
December 28, 2021 - 6:00 PM

As temperatures plummet in Kamloops and the Okanagan, tow truck drivers and auto shops are busy with service calls.
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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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iN PHOTOS: Six delicious berries growing in Okanagan, Kamloops
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Petition raises concerns about third tiny home project for homeless in Kelowna
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B.C. realtor fined $35K for not disclosing $2M in strata building maintenance
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Sloppy time-keeping costs B.C. realtor $20K
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New affordable rental units coming to Kelowna
New housing projects in Kelowna are going to be offering rental units for below-market prices. The City of Kelowna says it is partnering with Troika Developments on two affordable housing pr
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