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Okanagan’s newest library branch won't require tax increase
June 15, 2021 - 6:30 PM

The proposed $8 million West Kelowna library branch will come with no additional cost to taxpayers.
Keystone XL pipeline project cancelled by TC Energy after over a decade of delays
June 09, 2021 - 5:30 PM

CALGARY - Another Canadian oil pipeline has bitten the dust after TC Energy Corp. said it was walking away from the Keystone XL pipeline project, ending a decade-plus battle that pitted the energy industry against environmentalists as oilsands producers sought to export Canadian crude.
OKIB calls on federal, provincial governments to replace 'monuments of oppression'
June 08, 2021 - 4:57 PM

The Okanagan Indian Band chief and council are calling on the federal and provincial governments to replace "monuments of oppression."
Why you might have to wait to take advantage of home energy grants
June 07, 2021 - 6:00 AM

Lineups are already starting with energy consultants as homeowners jump on a new federal program that will pay them up to $5,600 to make their homes more energy efficient
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week
June 07, 2021 - 5:30 AM

TORONTO - Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week:
Prime Minister Trudeau walking with cane after he sprained his ankle playing Frisbee
May 31, 2021 - 8:00 PM

OTTAWA - It wasn't all fun and games for Justin Trudeau during some time with his family this weekend.
Hexo to buy 48North in deal valued at $50 million
May 17, 2021 - 7:36 AM

Hexo Corp. will try to boost its market share with a $50-million deal to buy 48North Cannabis Corp.
Should you consider no-fee online banks as a way to minimize bank fees?
May 14, 2021 - 5:30 AM

Bank fees might only represent a $15 to $20 dollar charge per month for most Canadians, but experts say switching to a no-fee institution or minimizing your fees with your current bank can be a good way to save a larger sum of money every year.
How to plan an eco-friendly remodel without overspending
May 13, 2021 - 5:30 AM

When Cliff and Karen Tyllick set out to install solar panels on their Austin, Texas, home in 2012, their goal was to reduce their carbon footprint. The fact that they also saved thousands of dollars upfront and lowered their bills was a nice bonus.
Two B.C. student-aid websites shut down after possible hacking: ministry
May 03, 2021 - 10:07 AM

VICTORIA - The Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training says it has temporarily shut down two British Columbia websites after both appear to have been compromised.
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UPDATE: This is the second most expensive home ever sold in the Okanagan
A home listed for sale for almost $14 million sold this spring in Kelowna. The listing agent’s office, Jane Hoffman Realty/Coldwell Banker, would not reveal what the property sold for but did confirm that it sold this spring and

Wine of the week: My new fave, Narrative malbec
Malbec is a Bordeaux grape that you may not be too familiar with in our industry as a single varietal. Very popular in Argentina, Malbec is used in many of our B.C. blends and does not see the spotlight alone very often in B.C. Narrative wi

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Two South Okanagan men charged with murder of Kamloops brothers
Two men have been charged with first degree murder in connection to the killings of two Kamloops brothers whose bodies were found in Naramata last month. On May 10, police officers attended
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Donors of $1 million to Central Okanagan Grade 12 students revealed
The identity of the mystery donors who are giving $1 million to Central Okanagan Public School Grade 12 students has been revealed. Lance and Tammy Torgerson announced yesterday, June 17, th
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Innocent woman narrowly escaped gang violence in Kamloops, court heard
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iN VIDEO: Penticton's lakeside dancer lifting spirits
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Commercial truck driver killed in fiery crash with fully loaded lumber truck on Okanagan Connector
A commercial truck driver was killed in fiery collision involving a fully-loaded truck hauling lumber on the Okanagan Connector last night. The commercial trucks collided near on Highwa
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The Bay won’t get evicted from Penticton mall if it pays its overdue rent: judge
Efforts by Cherry Lane Shopping Centre in Penticton to evict The Bay for not paying its rent have failed, as long as the Bay pays up. The two parties filed competing court actions last fall
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UPDATE: This is the second most expensive home ever sold in the Okanagan
A home listed for sale for almost $14 million sold this spring in Kelowna. The listing agent’s office, Jane Hoffman Realty/Coldwell Banker, would not reveal what the property sold for
June 18, 2021 7:00 AM
Highly-visible wildfire sparked close to Coquihalla Highway near Kamloops
Fire crews are responding to a highly visible wildfire near Kamloops and the Coquihalla Highway this afternoon. The B.C. Wildfire Service says the 0.5 hectare blaze is around six kilometres
June 18, 2021 4:00 PM
Kelowna satellite farmer's market starts up this weekend
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