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Vernon RCMP officer denies wrongdoing, claims he kissed coworker on cheek
He stands accused of 'forcefully' kissing a drunk colleague at a Christmas party.
B.C. MLA launches private prosecution against Charlotte Kates of Samidoun
VANCOUVER — A member of the British Columbia legislature says she is pursuing a private…
After Air Canada strike, Section 107 of labour code is ‘dead,’ says union leader
OTTAWA — A rare show of defiance by Air Canada flight attendants in the face…
West Kelowna, B.C., denies permit for MAGA singer Sean Feucht on safety grounds
WEST KELOWNA — The City of West Kelowna, B.C., has cited public safety to deny…
Kootenay man who assaulted senior loses appeal over $1,400 in restitution
The judge ordered him to pay up, but he didn't want to.
Giant Wells Gray cave remains unexplored seven years after discovery
The cave and the Ovis Creek drainage area surrounding it was closed to the public by BC Parks soon after its discovery in 2018.
Middleweight contenders de Ridder, Hernandez headline October UFC show in Vancouver
Reinier (The Dutch Knight) de Ridder, ranked fifth among UFC middleweight contenders, will face No.…
CF Montreal trades defender Joel Waterman to Chicago Fire FC for GAM
MONTREAL — Four weeks after pledging a rebuild in an open letter to fans, CF…
B.C.’s veterinary college says it risks insolvency in 2026 if fees don’t increase
Veterinarians in British Columbia have until the end of the month to vote on increasing…
Poilievre calls on federal government to classify Bishnoi gang as terror entity
SURREY — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is the latest politician calling for the federal government…
Calgary Stampeders can sweep season series versus Saskatchewan Roughriders with win
It’s the lone blemish on the Saskatchewan Roughriders’ season to date. Saskatchewan (8-1) visits Calgary…
65-year-old acupuncturist in West Kelowna, B.C., charged with sexual assault: RCMP
WEST KELOWNA — RCMP say an acupuncturist in West Kelowna, B.C., has been charged with…
Hamilton’s Sharp teeing up at Women’s Open a 20th time as youth movement sweeps in
MISSISSAUGA — Alena Sharp isn’t done just yet. The 44-year-old is playing in her 20th…
Canada’s ‘exceptional’ drought hints at future climate, need for action: experts
Canada must prepare for more seasons marked by severe drought, experts say as this summer’s…
West Kelowna acupuncturist charged with sexual assault
Investigators think there may be more victims.
Elon Musk, world’s richest man, spotted in Bella Bella, B.C., on weekend visit
Airport shuttle driver Sean Carter has lived in the remote northern British Columbia community of…
Driver doing 218 km/h near Kelowna nabbed after passing cop car
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It was one of 220 vehicles impounded for excessive speed so far this summer by officers with the highway patrol in Kelowna.
Wisconsin Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski launches bid for lieutenant governor
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Democratic Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski, who passed up a…
Penticton Legion mourns sudden death of longtime bar manager
Known for his charisma and love of entertainment, he frequently sang karaoke, danced and brought joy to members.
RCMP say small brush fire in Coldstream deliberately set
“We believe there may be people who have information about this incident that haven't come forward."
Hurricanes’ DL Mesidor first on CFL Scouting Bureau’s fall top-20 draft list
TORONTO — Defensive lineman Akheem Mesidor of the Miami Hurricanes was ranked No. 1 on…
Toronto FC sells Honduran midfielder Deybi Flores to Saudi Arabia’s Al-Najma SC
TORONTO — Toronto FC continued its rebuild Wednesday, selling defensive midfielder Deybi Flores to Al-Najma…
Photo Gallery: Canada at the Little League World Series
Aruba eliminated Canada with a 6-1 win on Tuesday at the Little League World Series…
Police watchdog investigates after Vancouver officer shoots man dead
VANCOUVER — British Columbia’s police watchdog is investigating after a man was shot dead in…