The best dry shampoos for an instant hair refresh
Whether you're pressed for time or craving a boost, dry shampoo is here to rescue your strands. Discover six options tailored to every hair type, texture and budget.
The Curator
Apr 30
These 6 pimple patches work wonders on my acne spots
As an almost-thirty-year-old battling blemishes, my acne journey feels far from over. Naturally, I tested out six popular pimple patch brands—read on for my thoughts.
The Curator
Apr 23
Fire in abandoned West Kelowna home deemed suspicious
West Kelowna Fire Rescue were sent to an abandoned home fire in the 1800 block of Ross Road on Sunday at 6:30 p.m.
Fire
Apr 29
Threatening message found in bathroom stall at Halifax school, students dismissed
Students at Halifax West High School were dismissed early Monday after a threatening message was discovered in a school bathroom. Police were on scene during the day.
Canada
Apr 29
Heroes’ welcome as firefighters, support crews thanked for battling McDougall Creek wildfire
Volunteers, local businesses and organizations spent months planning Saturday morning's celebration at Memorial Park in West Kelowna.
Canada
Apr 27
West Kelowna, unionized employees sign 4-year contract
The four-year contract, which will see wages rise 16.5 per cent over the length of the deal, affects 195 employees.
Canada
Apr 24
Drought-resistant mosquito brings earlier possibility of West Nile virus to Alberta
Usually, dry conditions mean fewer mosquitos, but this year some experts predict trouble from a new breed of mosquito that is a carrier of West Nile virus.
Weather
Apr 15
Daytime stabbings in Toronto leave 2 men seriously injured
Two men were left with serious injuries after separate daytime stabbings in Toronto on Monday, including one that reportedly happened on the subway during the evening rush.
Crime
Apr 22
Drugs, gang paraphernalia seized in West Kelowna bust: RCMP
Prescription morphine was also discovered and it's been confirmed through further investigation that it was not diverted from safer supply drugs.
Crime
Apr 8
Watering restrictions in place for Kelowna, West Kelowna
In West Kelowna, even-addressed properties can only irrigate on Saturdays and Tuesdays, while odd-addressed properties can only irrigate on Sundays and Wednesdays.
Canada
Apr 25
Bursting at the seams: New school in Halifax region already facing overcrowding
Families at Bedford West School, which has classes from pre-primary to Grade 8, are surprised to hear that the newly-built school is already looking to install modular classrooms.
Education
Apr 18
Let these 8 spring fragrances whisk you away
From earthy notes with a splash of citrus to sweet floral scents—no matter your mood these spring fragrances are a delight for the senses.
The Curator
Apr 17
Calgary airport west runway construction gets underway with new, costly budget
The Calgary Airport Authority has officially broken ground on the costly West Runway Rehabilitation project which is expected to take two years to complete.
Economy
Apr 25
The West Block – Episode 32, Season 13
Israel and Iran are engaged in an unprecedented back and forth of direct military strikes on one another. Those strikes have been controlled and limited, but could that change?
Politics
Apr 21
West Edmonton home damaged by fire on Monday
Edmonton Fire Rescue Services said the fire broke out in the area of 103rd Avenue and 145th Street just before 4:30 a.m.
Fire
Apr 15
West Kelowna council sets tax rate increase at 6.85%
The city’s assessment growth of 1.5 per cent last year resulted in additional revenue of $623,455, which was used to reduce the tax burden.
Canada
Apr 10
The West Block Transcript – Episode 33, Season 13
Buying essential, like groceries, is becoming increasingly out of reach for many Canadians. Ottawa said they have a plan, so where are the results?
Politics
Apr 28
Vancouver Island teams pairing cops with mental health nurses off to encouraging start
The West Shore RCMP's Mobile Integrated Crisis Response Team (MICR) is similar to the Car 87/88 in Vancouver and the Car 67 program in Surrey.
Health
Apr 29
Fighting food insecurity in Montreal with handmade bowls
It was all part of the Empty Bowls initiative, benefitting Corbeille de Pain. Around 70 local potters donated over 600 handmade bowls to the non-profit.
Canada
Apr 27
Canadians more likely to eat food past best-before date. What are the risks?
A new report found 58 per cent of Canadians said they were more inclined to eat food near or past the best-before date due to higher food prices.
Consumer
Apr 24