UPDATE: Controversial Kelowna supportive housing project approved by council
Warrant issued for Summerland man accused of sex crimes
Garry Handlen found guilty of first-degree murder in killing of Monica Jack
Man facing arson charges connected to Salmon Arm 7-Eleven fire granted bail
South Okanagan man receives jail letter from man who shot him
‘Negative billing option’ unfair to B.C. homeowners: Canadian Taxpayers Federation
Family Matters podcast recap — Swearing around kids & nostalgia for Mini Pop Kids
By Kim Smith Reporter
Many parents are careful about what they say around their kids but research suggests casual swearing is totally alright. Continue reading
NEB rejects Burnaby’s bid to stop work at Trans Mountain pipeline terminal
The National Energy Board has rejected Burnaby’s request for construction work to stop at the Trans Mountain pipeline terminal in the city. Continue reading
U.S. Congress vows to investigate report that Trump told his lawyer to lie
The Democratic chairmen of two House committees pledged Friday to investigate a report that U.S. President Donald Trump directed his personal attorney Michael Cohen to lie to Congress. Continue reading
RCMP Stetson found in Germany coming home to Surrey
By Janet Brown Senior Reporter
“It makes you wonder where has this Stetson been for the last 45 years. If the hat could talk and tell the stories, it would be great to hear.” Continue reading
Scam alert: No, BC Hydro won’t cut your power if you can’t pay in Bitcoin
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The company says it never, ever takes payment in pre-paid cash or credit cards, nor does it accept Bitcoin. Continue reading
B.C. attorney general says money launderers will exploit ‘gaps’ in information sharing in Canada
Canada’s government is not providing B.C.’s government with information on organized crime money-laundering, a B.C. minister says. Continue reading
Suspect arrested, charged with murder in fatal Cache Creek shooting: police
Corey Richard Harkness, 31, facing one count of murder; appeared Thursday in Kamloops court. Continue reading
Dash cam captures terrifying Coquitlam crash, 74-year-old woman rescued
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Pedestrians and other motorists rushed to help, and the driver was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Continue reading
Religious woman awarded $28M after hotel chain forced her to work Sundays
A former Miami hotel worker has been awarded more than $28 million after her boss repeatedly attempted to make her work Sundays despite her religious beliefs. Continue reading
B.C. antiquated liquor laws under fire by Canada’s Commissioner of Competition
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
Canada’s competition watchdog is warning that British Columbia’s liquor laws are out dated, anti-competitive and should be changed. Continue reading
B.C. government unveils plan to reform the province’s forestry industry
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
“We’re committed to rebuilding a strong and healthy coastal forest sector for British Columbians,” said Premier Horgan. Continue reading
Trump uses migrant caravan, prayer rugs to defend border wall, despite little proof
U.S. President Donald Trump invoked the migrant caravan on Twitter o Friday morning to talk about border security as the government shutdown continues into its 28th day. Continue reading
Okanagan program to reduce food waste, increase food security
By Kimberly Davidson Anchor/Reporter
Central Okanagan Salvation Army teaming up with food exchange network to help reduce food waste. Continue reading
‘I am not a racist,’ says ousted Liberal candidate at chaotic press conference
By Simon Little Online Journalist
“Recently I have been labelled as a racist, which really, really makes me hurt,” Wang, still wearing a Liberal Party pin, told reporters. “I am not a racist.” Continue reading
Backstreet Boys release new single, ‘Breathe’
‘Breathe’ is the fourth single off the boy band’s long-awaited comeback album, ‘DNA.’ Continue reading
Lesson learned as driver tries — and fails horribly — to demolish snowman with truck
A hooligan in Kentucky tried to destroy a massive, nine-foot tall snowman using a truck, but failed horribly after not realizing good-old Frosty was built over a tree stump. Continue reading
Canadian national among accused in terror attack that killed 21 at Nairobi hotel
A Canadian national and four other people suspected of helping extremist gunmen stage a deadly attack in the Kenyan capital this week appeared in court on Friday Continue reading
Man wins $1 on lotto scratch ticket, demands large novelty cheque — and gets one
A man in Iowa, who may or may not have a lot of time on his hands, won $1 on a scratch ticket and drove all the way down to lottery headquarters and insisted on being paid out with a massive novelty cheque. Continue reading
Photo of Justin Trudeau and family canoeing spotted on random Kentucky billboard
A photo of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his family was spotted on a random billboard in Kentucky, promoting a local canoe outfitting business — and no, it’s not a selfie. Continue reading
RCMP Stetson found in Germany coming home to Surrey
By Janet Brown Senior Reporter
“It makes you wonder where has this Stetson been for the last 45 years. If the hat could talk and tell the stories, it would be great to hear.” Continue reading
Family Matters podcast recap — Swearing around kids & nostalgia for Mini Pop Kids
By Kim Smith Reporter
Many parents are careful about what they say around their kids but research suggests casual swearing is totally alright. Continue reading
Snowfall warning for Coquihalla; wind warnings for B.C.’s Central and North Coasts
Environment Canada predicting between 15 and 25 cm of snow for Coquihalla Highway. Continue reading
NEB rejects Burnaby’s bid to stop work at Trans Mountain pipeline terminal
The National Energy Board has rejected Burnaby’s request for construction work to stop at the Trans Mountain pipeline terminal in the city. Continue reading
RCMP Stetson found in Germany coming home to Surrey
By Janet Brown Senior Reporter
“It makes you wonder where has this Stetson been for the last 45 years. If the hat could talk and tell the stories, it would be great to hear.” Continue reading
Scam alert: No, BC Hydro won’t cut your power if you can’t pay in Bitcoin
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The company says it never, ever takes payment in pre-paid cash or credit cards, nor does it accept Bitcoin. Continue reading
Warrant issued for Summerland man accused of sex crimes
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
A warrant has been issued for Ivan Glen Winchester. Continue reading
Suspect arrested, charged with murder in fatal Cache Creek shooting: police
Corey Richard Harkness, 31, facing one count of murder; appeared Thursday in Kamloops court. Continue reading
Man facing arson charges connected to Salmon Arm 7-Eleven fire granted bail
By Megan Turcato North Okanagan Video Journalist
Kenneth Laforge was released on 23 conditions, including requirements that he not go to the 7-Eleven in Salmon Arm or possess drugs or alcohol. Continue reading
Dash cam captures terrifying Coquitlam crash, 74-year-old woman rescued
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Pedestrians and other motorists rushed to help, and the driver was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Continue reading
UPDATE: Controversial Kelowna supportive housing project approved by council
By Kelly Hayes Video Journalist
City council to hear public input on proposed wet facility in midtown area. Continue reading
B.C. antiquated liquor laws under fire by Canada’s Commissioner of Competition
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
Canada’s competition watchdog is warning that British Columbia’s liquor laws are out dated, anti-competitive and should be changed. Continue reading
B.C. government unveils plan to reform the province’s forestry industry
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
“We’re committed to rebuilding a strong and healthy coastal forest sector for British Columbians,” said Premier Horgan. Continue reading
‘Negative billing option’ unfair to B.C. homeowners: Canadian Taxpayers Federation
The federation hopes provincial employees are ready for ‘deluge of emails, calls, disputes.’ Continue reading
Okanagan program to reduce food waste, increase food security
By Kimberly Davidson Anchor/Reporter
Central Okanagan Salvation Army teaming up with food exchange network to help reduce food waste. Continue reading
‘I am not a racist,’ says ousted Liberal candidate at chaotic press conference
By Simon Little Online Journalist
“Recently I have been labelled as a racist, which really, really makes me hurt,” Wang, still wearing a Liberal Party pin, told reporters. “I am not a racist.” Continue reading
Australians cherish classic Canadian hockey experience at Kelowna Rockets game
“A few beers,” admits the same fan who wants to enjoy some Canadian liquid thunder. Continue reading
B.C. government looking at restricting the cost of expert reports in ICBC cases
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
Attorney General David Eby is looking at the idea of capping or restricting the costs of using expert reports in ICBC cases. Continue reading
Evolution of child car seats: From straps and Tot-Guard to 5-point safety harness
By Kim Smith Reporter
The Bunny Bear Company made child seats in 1933, however the devices were mainly intended to stop kids from moving around the car. Continue reading
Annual count reveals increase in number of eagles, swans in North Okanagan
Observers count more than 200 eagles, 100 swans. Continue reading
Okanagan weather: snow, wind and warmth
Snow, wind and warm weather encompass the Okanagan forecast heading into the third weekend of 2019. Continue reading
“Cowardly thieves” plaguing Okanagan cross-country ski club
Items, donation box stolen from organization near Oliver, B.C. Continue reading
Kelowna Rockets slammed by Moose Jaw Warriors
The Kelowna Rockets were defeated by the Moose Jaw Warriors 5-1 Wednesday night at Prospera Place. Continue reading
Husky Energy walks away from its hostile takeover bid for MEG Energy
Husky Energy is walking away from its hostile takeover offer for MEG Energy after failing to win enough shareholder support. Continue reading
Lake Country garage fire doused quickly
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
The cause is under investigation. Continue reading
Prince George could be home to B.C.’s 2nd government-run pot shop
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The only other BC Cannabis Stores location in the province is in Kamloops. Continue reading
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