The ALS Society of British Columbia handed out awards to 13 groups, individuals, and organizations for their contributions in 2025, and nearly half of the winners reside in the Okanagan. “We are immensely grateful for our volunteers’ unwavering support, commitment, and dedication to making a difference in the lives of those affected by ALS (Amyotrophic […]

Editor’s note: This story contains disturbing details that could be upsetting to some readers. A man who was sentenced in 2017 in Manitoba to a seven-year jail term for recording and photographing himself sexually abusing a two-year-old girl has now been charged in Abbotsford. Cory Allan Bloomer, 44 – who was declared a dangerous offender

The B.C. government is moving to prevent protest activity outside religious institutions and extend rules introduced in 2024 that limits demonstrations near school properties. Premier David Eby said there have been recent “disturbing incidents” illustrating the need for more stringent restrictions on the right to protest. He referenced multiple incidents over the past week in

With an emphatic 8-1 win on Friday night, the Ridge Meadows Flames advanced to the Stonehouse Cup semi-finals. The two-time Pacific Junior Hockey League champs finished off the Port Coquitlam Trailblazers Friday at Cam Neely Arena, winning their opening Junior A playoff series in five games. The next best-of-seven series starts on Tuesday night, March

With an emphatic 8-1 win on Friday night, the Ridge Meadows Flames advanced to the Stonehouse Cup semi-finals. The two-time Pacific Junior Hockey League champs finished off the Port Coquitlam Trailblazers Friday at Cam Neely Arena, winning their opening Junior A playoff series in five games. The next best-of-seven series starts on Tuesday night, March