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Thousands flee as wildfire threatens Fort Nelson, B.C. sets up emergency supports

Evacuation order issued by Northern Rockies Regional Municipality and Fort Nelson First Nations on Friday night

May 11, 2024 8:30 AM Read more >

COLUMN: A mind-numbing search for granola

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the choices on the grocery store shelves

May 11, 2024 4:50 AM Read more >

Warning to Central Okanagan ‘paw-rents’: Do not leave pets in hot cars

If you see a pet in a hot car call 911 or the SPCA Animal Helpline at 1-855-622-7722

May 10, 2024 5:45 PM Read more >

Pilot section of Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail celebrated in Enderby

A grand opening for the 2-kilometre stretch of the trail was held in Enderby Friday morning

May 10, 2024 4:30 PM Read more >

Doctor shortage again closes Oliver hospital’s emergency room

South Okanagan-based ER continues to be plagued with service interruptions

May 10, 2024 3:55 PM Read more >

Highway improvements coming across South Okanagan-Similkameen

Work is starting with a stretch of Highway 3 outside Keremeos

May 10, 2024 3:45 PM Read more >

Raging solar storm could turn Northern Lights into a B.C.-wide show

Aurora Borealis is likely to be visible, impact could affect satellites, power infrastructure

May 10, 2024 3:45 PM Read more >

Pilots reject WestJet Encore deal; airline says operations as normal

Union says members want to see more action to improve recruitment, retention and morale

May 10, 2024 3:30 PM Read more >

B.C. Finance Minister Katrine Conroy retiring at end of term

Kootenay West MLA will not run for relection, saying its tie to enjoy her family

May 10, 2024 2:44 PM Read more >

Federal safety review could delay massive national railway strike

Feds order Industrial Relations Board probe as concerns mount about clogged supply chain

May 10, 2024 2:40 PM Read more >