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Gas pains at prices shoots up - again

A driver pases by the Shell gas station at the intersection of Richter Street and Harvey Avenue in Kelowna on Thursday, shortly after the...

Extravaganza of wine, art and music

An extravaganza of wine, art, food and music is planned for the Rotary Centre of the Arts, including several informative talks in support of...

Keep umbrella handy during next few days

Kelowna received a half-month's worth of rain from Tuesday afternoon through noon Wednesday.

Campers found dead in lake

Two campers found dead in Kalamalka Lake on Wednesday were wearing life-jackets that didn't fit properly, say rescuers.

Big bike for a big fundraiser

Twenty-three riders with the Okanagan Chefs Association pedal a very large bike around downtown Kelowna on Wednesday afternoon in the Heart & Stroke Big...

Twin Bear program recognized

Cary Berger, left, and Shari Wilson of Kelowna RCMP Victim Services present Mike Kakoske, manager of the Orchard Park B.C. government liquor store, with...

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  • A tricycle race between two North Okanagan mayors will kick off Bike to Work Week on Monday.
  • Kelowna RCMP's newest member and a former Miss Kelowna were among those who met royalty over the weekend as they picked up Duke of Edinburgh's gold certificates in Victoria.
  • Hot weather in early May significantly reduced the danger of flooding from the Okanagan's melting snowpack.

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Election closing in

It's the final days of the B.C. election campaign and the race is getting tight. We'll have coverage throughout the weekend as we near Election Day on Tuesday.

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  • The West must not get caught up in Trudeaumania II
    Trudeau's Liberals would win big majority in Canada election: poll http://ca.news.yahoo.com/trudeaus-liberals-win-big-majority-canada-election-poll-182508832.html More...
    By mrajabally
  • The West must not get caught up in Trudeaumania II
    farside, you have got to understand the people of beautiful Okanagan when it comes to politics.Their umbilical cord is tied to The Provincial Liberal and to Federal tight-end Conservative (constipated... More...
    By mrajabally
  • The West must not get caught up in Trudeaumania II
    And to add insult to injury on the Honesty and integrity part there is now thei, http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/inside-politics-blog/2013/05/for-the-record-federal-court-ruling-on-robocalls-and-elect... More...
    By farside1
  • The West must not get caught up in Trudeaumania II
    So if someone supported him previously and doesn't now, maybe you can acknowledge something is wrong with Harper. What happened to the governing with openness, honesty, and integrity that was his main... More...
    By farside1
  • Flaherty missing the BIG picture
    Once again, the article you posted doesn't distinguish what part of the $29 billion is in the country or offshore. It also doesn't distinguish between tax avoidance (the legal exploitation of the tax ... More...
    By DVarga
  • Flaherty missing the BIG picture
    The point being made is that no one knows for certain about overseas tax havens so the amount is merely a guess at best. If these evil Canadians sheltering capital offshore are breaking the law then e... More...
    By bbj
  • The West must not get caught up in Trudeaumania II
    Just love your totally unbiased leading commentary. Why do you bash Harper so much when you obviously supported him previously? Red neck WASP, muzzled, handcuffed, ....Mo, you do not get out enough. More...
    By bbj
  • 4 and 8 the way to drive
    Olaf: We were taught in defensive driving class that the 10 - 2 position was the best for steering wheel control particular in a reflex action. Sure, with airbags you may suffer a broken arm or collar... More...
    By bbj
  • Gouged at the gas pumps
    Just filled up the old diesel truck and paid $130.9/litre while premium gas was 145.9/litre in the adjacent pump. Looks like having a diesel is better after all. More...
    By bbj
  • Losers must learn to accept voters' verdict
    John: Wouldn't it be funny to learn that these people writing in complaining about the outcome of the election didn't actually cast a vote! You have to wonder. If they were voting for the losing NDP p... More...
    By bbj
  • Don't mess with Victoria Day, say locals
    Were do we sign a petition to make sure that this DOES NOT happen? We have become overrun with ridiculous, liberal-minded political correctness. Long live Victoria Day!! More...
    By adepto_realis
  • End gold-plated pension
    The Federal Government managed to get Federal politicians to reform their pension plans, even though they voted against their own interests. Harper personally will "lose" over $1 million. It's time BC... More...
    By eaglebudd
  • Gouged at the gas pumps
    It used to be the service stations had to empty their tanks and get more gas at the inflated price. Now they just get to advantage the lower price they paid for gas which is gouging the customer. What... More...
    By Just Cause
  • Losers must learn to accept voters' verdict
    Individual citizens weren't told that the Liberal Government allowed BC Hydro to bypass all regulatory process to install smart meters. So the utility and government didn't go to any science departmen... More...
    By Just Cause
  • 4 and 8 the way to drive
    I was trained by a former Ontario Police officer turned driving instructor about the importance of 10 and 2 on older vehicles. My 1990 vehicle does not have air bags. In many instances over the years,... More...
    By babygirl1
  • The West must not get caught up in Trudeaumania II
    Look at the Federal Conservative Party. There is no party. There is a dictator. Look at Ron Cannan. He is delighted that Harper has spies to monitor what he writes and says to the media, at taxpayers'... More...
    By mrajabally
  • The West must not get caught up in Trudeaumania II
    I doubt Trudeau would try and suppress information and science like Harper has. Thanks but if I had to choose between the two I have no choice but to pick Trudeau. Harper has given many reasons why I ... More...
    By farside1
  • Globalization not working
    And not to mention all the pollution being created shipping goods thousands of miles that could be created locally. There is virtually nothing that china produces that could be produced in Canada or a... More...
    By farside1
  • Flaherty missing the BIG picture
    A tax crook is a tax crook. I don't know why you distinguish between where the money is and is not sitting. The article you linked doesn't do the same. BTW, don't you think it's funny that the governm... More...
    By DVarga
  • Rutland doesn't ask for much
    The old Rutland Elementary School is an historical landmark as well if I am not mistaken?? More...
    By kmlarson
  • Globalization not working
    bbj: With the debt to income ratio in Canada at 167% you must mean people are spending with their credit card not with cash. WE have been conditioned to consume this strangly is how we find our sense ... More...
    By jon peter
  • Globalization not working
    Ted: capitalism has been around since feudalism, global trade since the dawn of 15th century colonialism. The article is not about the small business guy who works hard. There a class of international... More...
    By jon peter
  • Globalization not working
    Globalization is working! One would have to assume that you argue that it is working too well! Looking at the overflowing car parks alongside big box stores the consumers are supporting globalization ... More...
    By bbj
  • Flaherty missing the BIG picture
    One has to wonder if the CRA were to put far greater pressure on these tax renegers the screams of indignation and calls of maltreatment would echo across the land as the Govt being too tough on poor ... More...
    By bbj
  • Historically significant building should be saved
    Don't confuse historical significant with age! If saving your church was so important would it have been a better idea to get $250 from each of the persons on the 800 name petition? That would raise t... More...
    By bbj
  • The West must not get caught up in Trudeaumania II
    When Justin Trudeau launched his campaign and soon took the lead, I asked myself: "He will win the leadership. When will the Red Neck WASP in the Okanagan go for his jugular?" Enough said Layton. Isn'... More...
    By mrajabally
  • You have right to know what you're eating
    A 'March against Monsanto' will also take place in Vernon. May 25th at 11.00 AM in front of MP Collins' office, 3105 29th Street. Let us all send Monsanto (and Obama) a clear message. More...
    By Casey Berlanda
  • Horn-honking driver turned out to be a great guy
    THAT is another reason why we love the Okanagan. I have found everyone to be so helpful, and usually when you least expect it. Kudos to the young man from Rayburn's Marine. What made me smile was that... More...
    By damama55
  • End justifies means for Harper
    That is why the RCMP...HAVE to investigate Total Bullcrap by Harper! More...
    By Viper047
  • Market seeks new roots
    Farmers markets ARE a great addition to the community.......... Support them! More...
    By Viper047