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Kelowna MP backs east-west power grid expansion for Canada

“The bottom line is that we’re going to need much more power than we have now.” That’s what Kelowna MP Stephen Fuhr told Black Press Media in response to two recent energy announcements made by the federal government. On Thursday, May 14, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the new National Electricity Strategy, with the goal […]

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PLAYER’S DIARY: League’s U21 rules invaluable for up-and-comers

As a sportsperson, the best way to build confidence and improve is by playing matches and accumulating minutes. That becomes even more important when you’re young and trying to establish yourself. I’m 20, and this is my first professional contract with Vancouver FC, so every opportunity to step onto the pitch matters. I’ve always felt

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All in the family: Kelowna’s Justine Boyer wins at Knox Mountain Hill Climb

Kelowna’s own Justine Boyer earned her first trophy at the 67th annual Knox Mountain Hill Climb, winning first place in the Tuner 5 Class with a personal-best time of 2:18. ​Boyer entered her fourth Knox Mountain Hill Climb driving a 1991 Mazda Miata, equipped with a 1.8-litre engine that delivered noticeably stronger torque on the

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Vancouver Island dog becomes the canine Ovechkin with Canadian agility record

Sophie grins as she leaps through a hoop, giving a side-eye search for human Ron Wright. The 11-year-old miniature Australian shepherd is clearly having a good time, checking in with Wright every few paces through her backyard agility course. Practice means treats, unlike competition. Both are clearly enjoying themselves running about under the sun in

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