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iN VIDEO: Drone captures coyotes prancing around on Skaha Lake
January 16, 2022 - 2:32 PM

When Chris Philpot spotted a pair of coyotes scouring along the frozen surface of Skaha Lake near Kaleden, he decided to observe their movements using his drone.
RCMP shut down road in Kelowna due to reports of man with weapon
January 16, 2022 - 2:18 PM

The RCMP have closed down a road this afternoon as they respond to a report of a man with a weapon.
Iconic Martin Mars water bomber could be yours for $5 million
January 16, 2022 - 1:53 PM

A Second World War-era plane known for its wildfire fighting abilities is up for sale for $5 million.
Cree author’s poetry book meant to empower Indigenous kids
January 16, 2022 - 1:05 PM

Shayla Raine was sitting at her desk, looking out the window at an eagle’s nest and a view of the mountains, when she came up with the idea for a new poetry book for Indigenous children.
RCMP investigating 'suspicious' death after body found at Kelowna dog park
January 16, 2022 - 11:56 AM

The Kelowna RCMP is investigating after a woman's body was found in a dog park this morning.
Art installation honouring residential school survivors on display in Kelowna
January 16, 2022 - 11:21 AM

A large art installation standing as a national monument symbolizing ongoing reconciliation is in Kelowna for the next few months.
B.C. trade show organizer learns global pandemic not good enough reason to get refund
January 16, 2022 - 10:44 AM

A B.C. trade show organizer has found that a global pandemic is not a good enough reason to get a refund for a cancelled exhibit.
Vernon taxi company faces dilemma picking up workers from facilities with COVID-19 outbreaks
January 16, 2022 - 9:56 AM

The manager of a Vernon taxi company says he's stuck between a "rock and a hard a place" when it comes to making a decision of whether or not to pick up health-care workers from facilities experiencing COVID-19 outbreaks.
Ruled out: Australia deports Djokovic for being unvaccinated
January 16, 2022 - 9:14 AM

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Novak Djokovic was deported from Australia on Sunday after losing a bid to stay in the country to defend his Australian Open title despite not being vaccinated against COVID-19.
Fog advisory issued for Trans-Canada Highway, North Thompson
January 16, 2022 - 8:51 AM

Environment Canada is warning drivers about fog this morning in the Interior causing low visibility on certain roads and highways.
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Kelowna RCMP officer demoted after storing meth at his home for 10 years
- This story was originally published Jan. 14, 2022. A Kelowna RCMP officer has been docked 15 days pay and demoted for three years after he found meth and pipes at his sister's house and instead of reporting them, just took them ho

Kamloops charcuterie processing plant dodges supply issues by sourcing meat locally
A charcuterie processing plant that started production in Kamloops last fall is running smoothly despite recent, unforeseen challenges in the food industry. Supply routes on highways between the Interior and Lower Mainland were severely com

More people in B.C. driving while high since legalization: study
Cannabis is being detected in twice as many injured drivers since it was legalized says the findings of a University of British Columbia study. The UBC study showed that the amount of cannabis in a driver's blood following an injury has

Large housing project on sensitive Kelowna hillside slated for consideration without public hearing
Under new provincial rules, local governments don’t have to take rezoning applications to public hearings anymore if they conform to community plans and have the support of city staff. That means, instead of holding a public hearing w

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UPDATE: Tsunami advisory cancelled for B.C. after volcano eruption in Tonga Islands
A tsunami advisory issued for B.C. due to a volcano eruption near the Tonga Islands has now been rescinded. Emergency Info B.C. issued a tsunami advisory for B.C.’s coast as well as
January 15, 2022 8:43 AM
iN VIDEO: Waves caused by volcano arrive at Tofino beach but make a bigger splash in California
The shockwave of an underwater volcano in the Tonga Islands was caught on camera along the shores of Tofino today. Large waves were seen crashing onto the coastal community's beach by Pa
January 15, 2022 2:54 PM
Kelowna RCMP officer demoted after storing meth at his home for 10 years
A Kelowna RCMP officer has been docked 15 days pay and demoted for three years after he found meth and pipes at his sister's house and instead of reporting them, just took them home. The
January 14, 2022 7:00 AM
Kamloops charcuterie processing plant dodges supply issues by sourcing meat locally
A charcuterie processing plant that started production in Kamloops last fall is running smoothly despite recent, unforeseen challenges in the food industry. Supply routes on highways between
January 15, 2022 7:00 AM
Kamloops man with neurological disease opens up about dating while coping with disabilities
Valentine's Day is one month away, and if you are currently single, you could be finding it difficult to find that special someone to share the occasion with. A man in Kamloops who is li
January 15, 2022 2:40 PM
Unexpected winter weather problem for homeowners in Okanagan, Kamloops
With the large accumulation of snow, and now moderating temperatures, homeowners should be aware of the possibility of damage to their roofs caused by ice damming. Freezing and melting of ic
January 12, 2022 6:00 AM
'Step closer' to pandemic's end as B.C. hits peak of Omicron's spread in community: Dr. Henry
It’s clear from comments made by provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry today that we are probably close to the end of the COVID pandemic. “We think that we hit the peak of c
January 14, 2022 4:20 PM
Large housing project on sensitive Kelowna hillside slated for consideration without public hearing
Under new provincial rules, local governments don’t have to take rezoning applications to public hearings anymore if they conform to community plans and have the support of city staff.
January 15, 2022 1:59 PM
Quesnel man charged with murder in connection to missing woman
A Quesnel man has now been charged with murder in connection to the disappearance of a missing woman. The Williams Lake RCMP received a missing persons report regarding Carmelita Abraham on
January 15, 2022 11:05 AM
RCMP investigating after fire destroys North Okanagan house
A fire that burned down a house in Coldstream last night has been deemed suspicious. Vernon North Okanagan RCMP officers were called at 7 p.m. on Jan. 14 to help the Coldstream Fire Departme
January 15, 2022 8:26 AM

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