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Get your pointy hat, black cape and… paddleboard?
Have your pointed hats and long black capes at the ready (but leave your broomstick…
What’s really going on in this idyllic historical farm scene near Kamloops?
A 1948 photo posted to a BC history-based Facebook group last summer featuring a cucumber…
Westbank First Nation outshining Okanagan cities on new home construction
When it comes to issuing building permits for new housing, the tiny Westbank First Nation…
Getting arrested in BC? Here’s a guide to your rights
A handy guide for knowing your rights when dealing with police in BC — originally…
How Pandosy’s mission inadvertently made the Okanagan a wine capital
Wine is a word synonymous with the Okanagan, yet its origin story remains shrouded in…
Canneries had a short but vital heyday in Kamloops, Okanagan
When you think of agriculture in Kamloops, the mind turns to hay and cattle. That…
iN PHOTOS: Stunning captures of autumn landscapes in Kamloops, Okanagan
The fall season is upon us and with that comes beautiful landscapes changing colours in…
Wildfire damage to BC rivers continues for many years after flames are doused
While hundreds of people burnt out by the McDougall Creek wildfire in and around West…
Airbnb doesn’t compete with Kamloops, Kelowna hotels but still stalling recovery
In the past year, the number of short-term rentals in the Thompson-Okanagan region has grown…
Kelowna artist uses feathers to create sustainable, unique art
Kelowna artist Rosemarie Stevenson is using feathers to create unique, recycled art pieces. “The things…
BC realtor ordered to support children of man who doused him in lighter fluid
In a strange twist in a divorce case, a BC realtor was ordered to pay…
Kelowna dentist refutes allegations in lawsuit over wisdom teeth extraction
A Kelowna dentist says the patient who's taking him to court over an alleged botched…
No fault insurance forces Osoyoos couple to fundraising after motorcycle crash
An Osoyoos couple has had to turn to crowdfunding to make up for ICBC funding…
Garage fire in Kelowna yesterday resulted in no injuries
A garage caught fire in Kelowna yesterday afternoon, but fire crews were able to put…
‘L’ driver caught racing at 199 km/h in Vancouver
A 19-year-old driver with his learner's licence was pulled over going 199 km/h in an…
Mostly sunny week ahead in Kamloops and the Okanagan
Kamloops and the most of the Okanagan are forecast to be mainly sunny today with…
TNRD candidate fined for election offences
A former politician near Kamloops has been fined for breaching one of many election rules.…
Use of midwives growing, but can the BC system meet demand?
More and more mothers in British Columbia are seeking midwifery care during their pregnancy but…
Kelowna charity helps immigrant families adjust to the Canadian life
A Kelowna based charity is developing new programs to help address the needs of immigrant…
Controversial South Okanagan compost facility goes to public hearing
Local residents are expected to take their fight against a controversial proposed compost facility in…
Two boats go up in flames in suspicious Kamloops fire
Two boats went up in flames at a Kamloops business early yesterday morning and RCMP…
‘Scary. Very scary’: Walk of Terror in Armstrong to tackle society’s deepest fear
The Caravan Farm Theatre Walk of Terror returns with another terrifying performance for Halloween. The…
Skeetchestn residents left ‘sick’ after bear shot dozens of times in middle of night
Neighbours were left feeling sick after they watched a treed bear get shot dozens of…
Almost half of British Columbians try to avoid swearing in public: poll
CONTENT ADVISORY Nearly half of BC residents alter the way they speak to make sure…