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B. C. man gets consecutive life sentences for failed murder plot in California
13+ hour, 48+ min ago (307+ words) Published 4: 14 pm Friday, June 26, 2026 A North Vancouver man was given two consecutive life sentences for his failed murder plot against a female victim her met through online gaming and her boyfriend. (Pixabay. com) A North Vancouver man's failed murder plot…...
Judge denies jury trial bid for Kelowna man accused of sexual assault
14+ hour, 53+ min ago (441+ words) Published 3: 30 pm Friday, June 26, 2026 A Kelowna man has lost his right to be tried by a jury of his peers after he failed to show up to court. Brandon Hildebrand Acosta appeared in person in the B. C. Supreme Court in Kelowna…...
City raising bear awareness after attack on Salmon Arm trail
16+ hour, 50+ min ago (348+ words) Published 1: 30 pm Friday, June 26, 2026 Living in a wildlife urban interface, Salmon Arm residents are being reminded of steps they can take to help avoid human-bear conflicts. In a June 25 social media post, the city said recent black bear sightings have…...
PHOTOS: Young angler's 7. 56 lb carp largest fish caught at Salmon Arm Kids' Fishing Derby
13+ hour, 53+ min ago (381+ words) Published 4: 30 pm Friday, June 26, 2026 Cohen Jefferies had his arms full with the largest fish caught on Father's Day at the 27th annual Salmon Arm Kids' Fishing Derby. Cohen's prize-winning carp came in at 7. 56 pounds, securing him the stop spot in the…...
B. C. Premier Eby leaving Saturday on trade mission to China
14+ hour, 45+ min ago (256+ words) Published 3: 39 pm Friday, June 26, 2026 Premier David Eby is embarking on his first trade mission to China on Saturday (June 27) as he continues the effort to diversify B. C. s trade relationships. "Were seeking to reduce our reliance on the United States and…...
Armstrong levels up with first comic con
12+ hour, 55+ min ago (278+ words) Published 5: 30 pm Friday, June 26, 2026 Armstrong Comic Con gets underway at Centennial Hall Saturday, June 27. (Brendan Shykora/Morning Star) Armstrong is turning the page to a new tradition. For the first time ever comic con will be at Centennial Hall Saturday…...
Hedley Creek wind project taking shape near Isintok Lake
15+ hour, 24+ min ago (544+ words) Published 3: 00 pm Friday, June 26, 2026 A 100 megawatt wind farm proposal is being pitched near Isintok Lake. The project would provide power for up to 20, 000 homes. The red areas highlighted indicate where the turbines are being considered. (Innergex via Regional District of…...
Indie-rock band's push to keep Hockey Night in Canada on CBC hits B. C.
18+ hour, 23+ min ago (595+ words) Published 12: 00 pm Friday, June 26, 2026 When Blu Beach Band takes the stage at Coda on July 11, the Regina-based indie-rock group will arrive in Victoria with more than guitars and a new album. It will also bring a growing national campaign that…...
VIDEO: Find your new photo-op in Stuart Park with Kelowna's signature sign
13+ hour, 23+ min ago (324+ words) Published 5: 00 pm Friday, June 26, 2026 The Kelowna signature sign was unveiled the morning of June 26, 2026. (Brittany Webster/Black Press) Kelowna's Stuart Park looks a little more picturesque. The new signature city sign was unveiled on June 26 by city staff and is…...
NHL draft could be a big one for the South Okanagan: Here's what to watch for
19+ hour, 3+ min ago (528+ words) Published 11: 15 am Friday, June 26, 2026 Mathis Preston with Hockey Canada's national men's under-18 team in the world championships in Slovakia in April 2026. The Penticton-born forward could be taken in Round 1 of the NHL draft on June 26. (Vancouver Giants/Special to Langley…...