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iN PHOTOS: Fa(sss)scinating snakes sunbathe in Kamloops, Okanagan
May 03, 2024 - 6:00 AM

Several species of snakes have been spotted sunning themselves in Kamloops and the Okanagan this spring including the common garter, northern Pacific rattlesnake, rubber boa and great basin gopher snake.
BC's drug crisis: Why everyone talks about 'stigma'
May 02, 2024 - 6:00 AM

Is stigma something the province should be fighting when it comes to battling the drug crisis? While current efforts are geared towards destigmatization, some experts believe stigma still has a role to play in addressing the crisis and others explain why it doesn't.
Thieves steal thousands of dollars worth of jewelry from Kamloops hospital thrift store
May 01, 2024 - 7:00 AM

A volunteer run thrift store that brings in money for the hospital in Kamloops was the target of a smash and grab on Friday, with thieves making off with thousands of dollars worth of precious jewelry.
Kamloops nurse disciplined for giving opioid dose to wrong patient
May 01, 2024 - 6:00 AM

A Kamloops nurse can't work alone after giving an opioid dose to the wrong patient.
Kamloops councillor applauds development of downtown Crown land for housing
April 30, 2024 - 7:00 PM
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Upcoming demolition on the Columbia Precinct land in Kamloops has local leaders looking forward to more housing stock downtown.
Semi strikes downtown Kamloops building
April 30, 2024 - 3:10 PM

A truck hauling wood chips struck a downtown Kamloops building Tuesday morning, April 30.
RCMP ask for help to find missing Merritt man
April 30, 2024 - 8:23 AM

Merritt RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 61-year-old man.
LOOK UP: Eta Aquarids meteor shower building to peak in Kamloops, Okanagan
April 30, 2024 - 7:00 AM

The annual Eta Aquarids meteor shower has been amping up since the middle of April and will reach its peak later this week.
iN PHOTOS: Warty, wet and web-toed amphibians busy breeding in Kamloops, Okanagan
April 30, 2024 - 6:00 AM

Many species of amphibians are busy this time of year, living and breeding in wetlands in Kamloops and the Okanagan, and while these fascinating creatures are masters of camouflage, local outdoor enthusiasts were able to spot some of them.
BC government seeks developers for former Kamloops hotel site
April 29, 2024 - 2:30 PM
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The former Northbridge Hotel in Kamloops is officially on the table for developers that want to rebuild the site.
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iN RESPONSE: Readers have their say
Following are a collection of reader responses to stories or letters to the editor for the third week of November 2024. They have been edited slightly for readability. Got something you want to add? Send an email to editor Marshall Jo

West Kelowna farm selling thousands of apples after fruit packers closure
Paynter’s farm is staying open later into the season to help move thousands of pounds of apples from local farmers after the BC Tree Fruits Cooperative shut down earlier this year. Jennay Oliver, Paynter’s farm owner and operato

Penticton 'potio' smoking lounge blazing a trail for cannabis tourism
A dispensary in Penticton made its patio into a pot smoking lounge, and its success could turn a new leaf for the cannabis industry in the Okanagan. Back in February the BC government permitted smoking pot anywhere you’re allowed to s

Survey finds huge majority of British Columbians say homeownership now a luxury
A survey from Habitat for Humanity Canada shows 87 per cent of British Columbians view homeownership as a luxury. The online survey conducted by Leger for the non-profit asked 1,500 Canadians a range of questions about the housing cri

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