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Thousands of trees will be felled in Vancouver’s Stanley Park due to moth infestation
VANCOUVER – The quiet of Stanley Park’s forests has been splintered as chainsaws roar in…
Is it normal or a problem if your evergreens are browning? How to know whether they need help
Are your evergreens turning yellow or brown? The symptoms could indicate a problem, but chances…
Some facts about CSIS, Canada’s spy agency, amid claims of sexual assault, harassment
The Canadian Security Intelligence Service says it's conducting a workplace assessment of its British Columbia…
Holiday markets in full swing in downtown Kelowna today
Two big holiday markets are bustling today, Dec. 2., in downtown Kelowna. Hundreds flocked downtown…
Amid housing crisis, decrepit N.L. jail seen as preferable to living on the street
ST. JOHN'S, N.L. – Michael Keough has to pause in the middle of his phone…
Kamloops area First Nation has message in wake of devastating wildfire
When he was a boy, Ron Tomma would leave after breakfast to run freely with…
How a swordsman is keeping historic martial arts alive in the Okanagan
If you are looking for a new hobby, workout, or historic education, you could pick…
Stuff to do indoors this winter in the Thompson-Okanagan
Snow and freezing temperatures aren’t for everyone. Luckily, there’s a range of activities to take…
Father, 13-year-old son, victims in Richmond, B.C. double homicide, investigators say
RICHMOND, B.C. – British Columbia's Integrated Homicide Investigation Team says a 13-year-old boy and his…
Snowfall alerts for Coquihalla and Trans-Canada highways
A snowfall alert has been issued today, Dec. 3. Heavy snow is expected to continue…
As Airbnb falters, hostels seek to compete
Once a niche market for frugal, globetrotting young people, hostels are becoming a popular form…
Bereavement fares worth looking into but do your research before booking: experts
When Cathy Olliffe-Webster's 90-year-old mother-in-law died suddenly last year, her family had to make the…
The hidden environmental cost of your overflowing email inbox
When consumers think about ways to reduce their carbon footprint, lowering their car usage, eating…
Land acknowledgement? No, Okanagan bands want land back
Land acknowledgements are a part of daily life here in the Okanagan. Before meetings, lectures,…
A ‘Canadian story on a local basis’: the importance of Kelowna CN Rail Station
Railways define Canada’s history and, of course, were a driving force for British Columbia to…
A yoga leader promised followers enlightenment. But he’s now accused of sexual abuse
PARIS (AP) — To his followers, he was “Grieg,” their guide through tantra yoga toward…
Edmunds tests the best automotive hands-free driving systems
While fully automated vehicles are still a ways off, the stepping stone of hands-free driving…
B.C. Highway Patrol kicked off its counter impaired driving initiative last night
Last night, Dec. 2, was the beginning of B.C. Highway Patrol’s counter impaired driving initiative,…
Public Health investigates one person dead, and 66 confirmed cases of salmonella linked to cantaloupes
The Public Health Agency of Canada is continuing to investigate the salmonella outbreak caused by…
Conspiracy theories are popular in Canada, especially among conservatives: poll
OTTAWA – The Earth is flat. We have been secretly contacted by intelligent beings from…
Atmospheric river storm to bring heavy rain to southern B.C., Environment Canada says
VICTORIA – Environment Canada says a heavy rain storm it's calling an atmospheric river is…
Trans-Canada Highway and Highway 97A closed near Salmon Arm
There have been two "vehicle incidents" closing the Trans-Canada Highway and Highway 97 A near…
Newcomers to Okanagan shocked by Canada’s tipping culture
Gas stations and corner stores in Kamloops and across the Okanagan are starting to cash…
Atmospheric river triggers rain and snow warnings for travelers
Light snow late this morning, Dec. 4, is forecast to turn to rain tonight and…