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Carney says Canada will meet new NATO spending target by developing critical minerals
June 24, 2025 - 1:42 PM

THE HAGUE — Canada will reach an even higher NATO spending target in part by developing its critical minerals and the infrastructure needed to get them to market, Prime Minister Mark Carney said as the annual leaders' summit of alliance members got underway in the Netherlands.
iN PHOTOS: Six colourful wildflowers growing in Okanagan, Kamloops
May 21, 2025 - 4:00 AM

There are so many kinds of wildflowers to find and identify while out exploring the grasslands in the Okanagan and Kamloops, and the following are just a few common ones you can keep an eye out for.
BC teacher who referred to Black Lives Matter protesters as 'animals' gets reprimanded
May 18, 2025 - 4:00 PM

A BC teacher who denied that racism existed, and referred to Black Lives Matter protesters as animals, has been reprimanded.
The Latest: Trump signs executive orders to boost coal
April 08, 2025 - 3:28 PM

President Donald Trump signed executive orders Tuesday aimed at boosting coal, a reliable but polluting energy source that has been in decline for decades.
Carney pushes nation building plan after 'positive' call with Trump
March 28, 2025 - 6:42 PM

OTTAWA - Liberal Leader Mark Carney on Friday promised a new $5 billion infrastructure fund to accelerate big projects in his quest to make much of his campaign about nation building and making Canada more economically independent from the United States.
The Latest: Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s federal funding freeze
January 28, 2025 - 6:13 PM

A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump administration freeze on federal grants and loans that could total trillions of dollars and cause disruptions in health care research, education programs and other initiatives.
Kamloops man lived for four years in dugout camp before it was dismantled
January 17, 2025 - 7:55 AM

To passersby and neighbours in heated homes, he's sitting on a trash heap, an eyesore that prompts calls to authorities.
Historic Kamloops steam train may soon huff and puff to Vernon
January 04, 2025 - 6:00 AM

Big plans are underway for the iconic Spirit of Kamloops steam locomotive #2141 that has been sitting idle since 2020 after decades of entertaining locals and visitors with numerous rail tours.
Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president, has died at 100
December 30, 2024 - 3:13 AM

ATLANTA (AP) — Jimmy Carter, the peanut farmer who won the presidency in the wake of the Watergate scandal and Vietnam War, endured humbling defeat after one tumultuous term and then redefined life after the White House as a global humanitarian, has died. He was 100 years old.
How one village became the Christmas capital of Washington state
December 25, 2024 - 6:00 PM

LEAVENWORTH, Wash. (AP) — The scent of bratwurst and pretzels filled the air as horses clopped down the main street, hauling a carriage full of tourists. Nestled in her mother's arms, a baby reached out to touch a shop window display, peering toward the sequin-covered reindeer behind it, as colorful ornaments twirled nearby.
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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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Kelowna reports progress on crime reduction in 2024
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Vernon RCMP warn public about fake cash making the rounds
Fake cash has been used at several businesses around Vernon and RCMP are warning people to be wary. Police have received numerous complaints about fake Canadian and American cash since May,
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Health minister visits KGH with no timeline for reopening pediatric unit
Health Minister Josie Osborne visited Kelowna General Hospital during the controversial pediatric unit closure, and didn’t come out with a timeline on reopening. “There’s n
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How pediatric jobs at KGH stack up against the competition
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 aut
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Giant cherry farm near Kamloops gearing up for busy season
The third season is well underway for a massive cherry farm near Kamloops that keeps on expanding every year. Thompson Farm in Pritchard is owned by Jealous Fruits and is currently growing c
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iN PHOTOS: Metal artist makes sculptures out of cutlery and horseshoes near Summerland
A stainless steel fabricator by trade, Mark Wong of Osprey Lake near Summerland followed his artistic passion and left the industrial life 25 years ago. He moved from Vancouver to a farm, ma
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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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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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'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
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