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Tourism association aims to grow aboriginal tourism in Thompson Okanagan
KELOWNA – A new and unique position at the the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association aims…
Soaked? So far, rain is barely above ‘normal’ for July
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – What a difference a year — and a whole bunch of rain —…
Drowning numbers in Thompson-Okanagan drop for another year
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – There have been less drowning deaths in the Thompson-Okanagan this year compared to…
Well that’s one way to get out of jury duty…
KAMLOOPS – Have you ever wondered what it takes to get out of jury duty?…
New virtual reality gaming studio arrives in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – Ever wanted to shoot zombies and then go deep sea exploring? A new…
Scammers targeting immigrants for iTunes cards
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Immigrants to Canada are the newest target for scammers. Imitation Immigration Officers are…
Already more overdose deaths in Interior Health region than all of last year: Coroner
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Overdose deaths are continuing to spike across the province and fentanyl continues to…
Proof from B.C. Wildfire; fuel management works
KAMLOOPS – Preemptive work done in the Lillooet area proved effective in June when wildfire…
Decision on parole eligibility for man who murdered ex-girlfriend delayed
"IF ANYONE IS A DEMON IT IS CHRIS BUTLER." KAMLOOPS – The man who pleaded…
BAT ASSAULT: Mother of accused offers condolences to Simpson family
KAMLOOPS – The mother of a man accused of the attempted murder of a Savona…
Salmon Arm camping company under fire for giving spots to international travelers
SALMON ARM – A local camping company has gone offline and is ignoring phone calls…
West Kelowna firefighters can now administer anti-overdose drug
WEST KELOWNA – First responders from West Kelowna Fire Rescue will now be able to…
More rainfall doesn’t mean lower risk of wildfires: Officials
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – It's been a rainier July than we are used to in the Thompson-Okanagan,…
Urban deer attacks on the rise with burgeoning population
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Deer attacks are becoming more common in the region, and people are mostly…
Number of young drivers dwindling in Thompson-Okanagan, rising in Kelowna
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – While young people across the province are picking up a bike or hopping…
Spike in abandoned campfires in Kamloops Fire Centre on long weekend
KAMLOOPS – Vacationers in the region's campgrounds need to check their fires before leaving. With…
Local woman’s screenplay picked up by Lifetime’s Movie of the Week
KAMLOOPS – A Kamloops woman's idea is being brought to life on the small screen,…
Staying safe on Southern Interior lakes and rivers
OKANAGAN – The summer is underway and that means boaters and swimmers are eagerly hitting…
Canada Day weekend busiest time for province’s search and rescue teams
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – With Canada Day creating a long weekend this year, search and rescue teams…
Chase business looking for stolen mini-excavator
KAMLOOPS – A Chase business is offering a reward after thieves stolen some heavy equipment.…
Kamloops quilter organizes B.C. quilt drive for Fort McMurray
KAMLOOPS – Fort McMurray is about to receive a warm donation thanks to a Kamloops…
CounterAttack ramps up summer roadchecks in the Southern Interior
OKANAGAN – Forget the frigid cold of B.C. winters, stats from ICBC show that summer…
Senior’s advocate makes recommendations to curb violence in care homes
OKANAGAN – More than 400 seniors were harmed by fellow patients in care homes last…
Another confrontation in Kamloops, this time homeowners assaulted and sent to hospital
KAMLOOPS – Less than two weeks after a young man was sent to hospital after…