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New wetland salmon habitat to help restore floodplain by Okanagan River
June 08, 2025 - 12:00 PM

A project to create a new rearing habitat for chinook salmon along the Okanagan River is almost finished.
Smoke covering parts of U.S. as wildfires continue to rage in Saskatchewan, Manitoba
June 04, 2025 - 5:14 PM

Swaths of smoke from wildfires that have torched buildings and forced thousands from their homes in Western Canada have drifted as far as Newfoundland and Labrador in the east and Texas in the south.
Making the Right Choices for Your Home or Business Renovation
May 19, 2025 - 8:00 AM
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Renovating your home or business is an exciting journey that requires careful planning, the right design team, and high-quality materials to bring your vision to life. Whether you’re updating a single room or transforming an entire space, making smart decisions early on will ensure a smooth renovation process with results that exceed your expectations.
Sliding mitts are baseball's 'must-have,' even if at youth levels, they're all fashion, no function
May 10, 2025 - 1:00 PM

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Andrew McCutchen hasn't had the conversation with 7-year-old son Steel yet, but the Pittsburgh Pirates star knows it's probably coming at some point.
In Wyoming, the Eastern Shoshone tribe decided to classify buffalo as wildlife. Here is why
April 26, 2025 - 9:00 PM

Jason Baldes drove down a dusty, sagebrush highway earlier this month, pulling 11 young buffalo in a trailer from Colorado to the Wind River Reservation in Wyoming. His blue truck has painted on the side a drawing of buffalo and a calf.
BA Brewmaster Rolls Out Great Deals For Spring Brewing
March 24, 2025 - 8:00 AM
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After an impressive 32 years, Kamloops-based BA Brewmaster is still going strong—and loving every step of the journey. Owner Kevin Rex believes their success comes down to more than just hard work and dedication to their craft.
Inflation's surprise jump could push Bank of Canada to pause rate cuts
March 18, 2025 - 12:40 PM

OTTAWA - A surprise jump in inflation and a flood of "noise" in the economy may push the Bank of Canada to pause its interest rate cuts next month, some economists argue.
The Big Savings at Big Box Outlet Store Includes High-End Patio Furniture
February 23, 2025 - 8:00 AM
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Spring is not far away, and that means patio season is coming. Will you be ready? Check out your nearest Big Box Outlet Store location; they are already offering fabulous deals on patio sets you will not want to miss out on.
What to do on Valentine's Day in Okanagan, Kamloops
February 02, 2025 - 6:00 AM

Love is in the air every year around Feb. 14, but sometimes it can be challenging to find something special to do with that special someone on Valentine's Day.
Unlicensed BC cannabis store loses another appeal
January 20, 2025 - 7:00 PM
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A BC couple who ran an unlicensed cannabis store have lost a legal challenge almost five years after their store was raided.
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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?
You hear about Kelowna’s natural beauty, the pristine lake, mountains and a growing downtown, but as you round the corner to get onto the William R. Bennett bridge from the west you find you
June 30, 2025 6:00 AM
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
June 29, 2025 6:00 AM
'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
June 28, 2025 6:00 AM
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
June 28, 2025 4:00 PM
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
June 29, 2025 3:00 PM
New Interior Health CEO isn’t enough for Kelowna MLAs
Interior Health has a new CEO following the controversial Kelowna General Hospital pediatric unit closure, but local MLAs aren’t satisfied with the change. BC Conservatives Kelowna-Mis
June 30, 2025 12:23 PM
Is Tide a pesticide? BC contractor who put detergent on rooftop sparks legal fight
A BC contractor that used Tide laundry detergent to remove moss from a condo building's roof has sparked a legal battle between the province and an arms length environment appeal board.
June 28, 2025 12:00 PM

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