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Coldstream exploring options for new welcome signs
The District of Coldstream are looking to update its signage at the municipal borders.A district staff report outlined two options for new "Welcome to Coldstream" signs.The first option was for two metal signs, erected at the boundary points of Highway 6.The metal signs and installation would cost $8,000, plu...
Feb 21, 2025
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Wildfire Mitigation Work
Prescribed burn planned to reduce wildfire risk in Vernon
A wildfire mitigation project in the Okanagan Landing area will take place next month.A report to Vernon City Council said a prescribed burn would take place in the area of Longacre Drive and Apollo Road in March. The area in the Okanagan Landing where the prescribed burn is planned (image courtesy of the City of Verno...
Feb 21, 2025
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Road Safety Advice
Road safety advocates warn of flooding as temperatures warm
Road Safety at Work has advised people to prepare for water pooling on roads.With temperatures rising and rain in the forecast, the road safety advocacy group said water could flood onto streets and highways."When water covers a road, it hides hazards like potholes, debris, or washed-out sections," Trace Acre...
Feb 21, 2025
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What Matters
Water Protection Petition
Petition to prevent septic system installation near Coldstream Creek delivered
23h ago

Nova Scotia's Black beats Alberta's Skrlik 8-7 to reach Hearts semifinal
Coldstream Welcome Signs
Coldstream exploring options for new welcome signs
Feb 21, 2025
Wildfire Mitigation Work
Prescribed burn planned to reduce wildfire risk in Vernon
Feb 21, 2025

Okanagan

Road Safety Advice
Road safety advocates warn of flooding as temperatures warm
Road Safety at Work has advised people to prepare for water pooling on roads.With temperatures rising and rain in the forecast, the road safety advocacy group said water could flood onto streets and highways."When water covers a road, it hides hazards like potholes, debris, or washed-out sections," Trace Acre...
Feb 21, 2025
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Food Growth Task Force
Provincial task force to focus on food security, growth and economy
The B.C. Government will form a new task force in preparation for tariff threats from the United States.As B.C. and Canada faces a threat of 25 per cent tariffs from south of the border, the new Premier's task force on agriculture and food economy will aim to increase the growth and competitiveness of B.C. products.&qu...
Feb 20, 2025
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Potential Flood Risks
Flood Watch issued for Merritt and the Nicola sub-basin
With temperatures starting to climb, a Flood Watch has been issued for a portion of the Southern Interior.The B.C. River Forecast Centre issued the warning for the Nicola sub-basin, which includes the City of Merritt, Thursday, Feb. 20.A report from the River Forecast Centre stated the area had experienced cold tempera...
Feb 20, 2025
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British Columbia

B.C. earthquake triggers concerns over sporadic alerts from national warning system
Southwestern British Columbia is recovering from the shock of Friday's earthquake, which has triggered some concern about the consistency and timing of alerts sent to residents. A federal seismologist says they are looking into the issue, but some variance on alerts sent to mobile devices can and does occur. The earthq...
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High avalanche risk in parts of B.C. coast due to rain, winds and warm temperatures
VANCOUVER - Heavy rain, high winds and warm temperatures along British Columbia's south coast are creating dangerous avalanche conditions on slopes across the region this weekend. Avalanche Canada says it has raised the danger level to high - the fourth highest risk category on a scale of five - for much of the mountai...
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Burnaby Now, New Westminster Record, Tri-City News set to close in B.C.
Glacier Media has announced the upcoming closure of three Metro Vancouver community news websites. A statement posted online says Burnaby Now and the New Westminster Record will close no later than April 21 and the Tri-City News will close by May 21. The statement says Glacier Media "explored all possible options ...
19h ago
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Canada

Petition asking PM to revoke Elon Musk's Canadian citizenship garners support
OTTAWA - Thousands of people have electronically signed a parliamentary petition calling for revocation of Elon Musk's Canadian citizenship over his role in the Trump administration, which is pointedly threatening Canada's sovereignty. The petition, making its way through the House of Commons process, was initiated by ...
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B.C. earthquake triggers concerns over sporadic alerts from national warning system
Southwestern British Columbia is recovering from the shock of Friday's earthquake, which has triggered some concern about the consistency and timing of alerts sent to residents. A federal seismologist says they are looking into the issue, but some variance on alerts sent to mobile devices can and does occur. The earthq...
47m ago
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Trudeau speaks with Trump about Ukraine, fentanyl fight, PMO says
OTTAWA - The Prime Minister's Office says Justin Trudeau spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump about the war in Ukraine on Saturday ahead of a virtual G7 meeting slated for Monday. Earlier this week, Trudeau told reporters that Ukraine must have a seat at the table in any talks on ending hostilities ignited by Russia'...
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Clark contributes three points as Ottawa Charge top Montreal Victoire 3-1
OTTAWA - Emily Clark had a two goals - including one into an empty net - and an assist, powering the Ottawa Charge to a 3-1 win over the Montreal Victoire Saturday. Clark now has points in five straight games. Stephanie Markowski had the other goal for the Charge (7-0-4-8) while Gwenyth Philips turned aside 15 of the 1...
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Martinez homers, Blue Jays top Yankees 6-4 in spring training
DUNEDIN - The Toronto Blue Jays opened their spring training campaign with a win Saturday, topping the New York Yankees 6-4. After scoring one in the each of the first three innings, Toronto (1-0) jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the bottom of the fourth inning when Orelvis Martinez homered on a fly ball to right centre fie...
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Nova Scotia's Black beats Alberta's Skrlik 8-7 to reach Hearts semifinal
THUNDER BAY, Ont. - Christina Black's curling team from Nova Scotia has advanced to the semifinal at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts with a 8-7 win over Alberta's Kayla Skrlik. Black will meet the loser of a later playoff game between defending champion Rachel Homan and Manitoba's Kerri Einarson. The winner of that g...
1h ago
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