February 2026

British Columbians will be able to get select menopause and diabetes drugs at no cost starting on March 1 as part of a deal struck with the federal government almost a year ago. Health Minister Josie Osborne said this will help more than 500,000 people living with diabetes and roughly 160,000 with menopausal symptoms. “People […]

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An electric scooter rider was taken to hospital after a collision on the Surrey-Langley border Wednesday night. RCMP Surrey Provincial Operations Support Unit members attended the crash, which happened around 9:20 p.m. Wednesday (Feb. 25) in the area of 196 Street and 60 Avenue, on the Surrey side. The rider of the scooter was transported

Competing in the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games was an achievement-unlocked moment for Salmon Arm’s Laura and Daniel Hall. Back in Calgary after making their Olympic debut at the Feb. 6 to 22 Games in Italy, the long-track speed skating siblings spoke with the Observer about the experience that left them wanting more. “I

The Trail-Rossland 2026 BC Winter Games will officially begin with the Opening Ceremony tonight, Feb. 26, at the Trail Memorial Centre. The celebration runs from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m. Organizers say the ceremony will launch the multi-sport event with an evening of entertainment, a parade of participants, guest