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Fireworks may have caused two small wildfires above West Kelowna
It's possible the two wildfires high above West Kelowna were caused by fireworks, according to RCMP.West Kelowna Fire and Rescue, along with the BC Wildfire Service, responded with ground crews and ae...
Aug 14, 2025
OKIB demands discussion with Splatsin regarding new home building initiative
The Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB) has affirmed its title and rights in response to a new initiative from a neighbouring First Nation.Splatsin First Nation unveiled a new pre-fabricated home building ini...
Aug 14, 2025
Mali's military rulers arrest 2 generals, a suspected French agent and others in alleged coup plot
BAMAKO, Mali (AP) - Mali's military rulers said Thursday they have arrested a group of military personnel and civilians, including two Malian generals and a suspected French agent, accused of attempti...
Aug 14, 2025
Toronto Blue Jays lead the American League standings and reinforcements are coming
TORONTO - The Toronto Blue Jays are the top team in the American League standings and lead the major leagues in several statistical categories. As good as Canada's lone big-league squad has been this ...
Aug 14, 2025
Guerrero Jr. hits two-run shot, Scherzer outduels Boyd as Blue Jays edge Cubs 2-1
TORONTO - Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit a go-ahead two-run homer and Max Scherzer outduelled fellow starter Matthew Boyd as the Toronto Blue Jays edged the Chicago Cubs 2-1 on Thursday afternoon. With Dav...
Aug 14, 2025
Judge strikes down Trump administration guidance against diversity programs at schools and colleges
WASHINGTON (AP) - A federal judge on Thursday struck down two Trump administration actions aimed at eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion programs at the nation's schools and universities. In he...
Aug 14, 2025
Agreement made for affordable housing project in Vernon
A new affordable housing project can go ahead in Vernon, pending funding.Vernon city council received a report on the proposed development on Okanagan Landing Road, next to Marshall Fields, at the reg...
Aug 14, 2025
Weir looking forward to playing in Canada again at Rogers Charity Classic in Calgary
CALGARY - Playing golf in Canada never gets old for Mike Weir. The Canadian Golf Hall of Famer will tee it up once again in Calgary in the Rogers Charity Classic at Canyon Meadows Golf and Country Clu...
Aug 14, 2025
Caleb Evans looks to seize opportunity as Alouettes search for solutions at QB
MONTREAL - Caleb Evans never stopped believing he might get another chance, even after the back-to-back setbacks he suffered 12 months ago. First, he lost his job as the Montreal Alouettes' primary ba...
Aug 14, 2025
YLW and possible Air Canada labour action
Travellers flying Air Canada from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) could see delays and cancellations this weekend as a possible flight attendant strike approaches. The airline says a complete shut...
Aug 14, 2025
