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B.C. opening new schools, seats across the province this fall
The British Columbia government says new schools and hundreds of places for pupils are opening…
Workout substances can be harmful to some adolescents, survey of pediatricians says
TORONTO — Researchers say pediatricians, family doctors and parents need to learn more about what…
Orioles move RHP Brandon Young to 60-day IL, ending rookie’s season
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles have placed Brandon Young on the 60-day injured list,…
Ford says federal, provincial public servants should work in the office 5 days a week
OTTAWA — Ontario Premier Doug Ford says the federal government and municipalities across Ontario should…
Canada’s Brooke Henderson decides to play instead of rest after CPKC Women’s Open win
It would have made all the sense in the world for Brooke Henderson to take…
Collision involving motorhome caused last night’s fire in Peachland
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Last night’s roadside wildfire in Peachland was sparked by a highway motorhome crash. Police say…
Body recovered after swimmer drowns in Kamloops lake
A swimmer drowned in Kamloops Lake last weekend as they tried to reach the dock…
Kamloops volunteer crew rescues stranded paddleboarders
Two stranded paddleboarders were safely pulled to shore by Kamloops rescue crews Wednesday afternoon. Police…
Five things to know about B.C. ostrich farm fighting against avian flu cull
EDGEWOOD, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA — The Federal Court of Appeal ruled on Aug. 21 that…
Hodgson: Major projects office to launch this week
OTTAWA — The federal government’s new major projects office will launch this week, a key…
Forward Folarin Balogun is added to the US roster for friendlies against South Korea and Japan
FAYETTEVILLE, Ga. (AP) — Folarin Balogun was added Wednesday to the U.S. roster for friendlies…
49ers agree to 1-year deal with receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling, AP source says
The San Francisco 49ers bolstered their banged-up receiver corps by agreeing to a one-year deal…
AP reporters reflect on Hurricane Katrina, 20 years later
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hurricane Katrina claimed hundreds of lives, destroyed homes and changed how emergency…
‘You’re planting your brand flag’: The power of brand building in the women’s sports boom
On a cold day in the beginning of 2024, Alastair Merry and Mary Lou Bunn…
Edmonton Elks, Calgary Stampeders both head into Labour Day on win streaks
Cody Fajardo and the Edmonton Elks will have an opportunity Monday to do what no…
Canada’s Mitton stripped of Diamond League Trophy, top throw ruled foul after protest
ZURICH — Sarah Mitton had her winning throw Wednesday in the women’s shot put at…
Oilers captain Connor McDavid taking his time with contract extension talks
CALGARY — Connor McDavid sounds like a man who wants to continue to be an…
Good wood: MLB hitters cutting down on strikeouts, even in age of increased velocity
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona’s Ketel Marte was on the defensive in the 10th inning of…
Ex-minister tells Quebec auto board scandal inquiry he knew project was over budget
MONTRÉAL — Quebec’s former minister of Cybersecurity and Digital Technology has told a public inquiry…
NFC West wide open as 49ers seek redemption and Rams face uncertainty at quarterback
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Headed into the 2025 NFL season, there might not be…
Ottawa provides nearly $22.7M to expand EV charging stations in B.C.
British Columbia’s electric vehicle charging network is set to grow, with Ottawa providing close to…
Council in Burnaby, B.C., calls for Israel arms embargo
BURNABY — The city council in Burnaby, B.C., has agreed to ask the federal government…
Tay and Trav just the latest athlete-celebrity couple to hear wedding bells. Here are some others
The impending marriage of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce is a rare — but not…
Buccaneers own the NFC South, and aim for a deep playoff run in the franchise’s 50th season
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers own the NFC South. They’ve won four…