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The Okanagan Humane Society (OHS) is struggling to find specialized fosters for some of its rescues. Cali the pitbull is one example. She was found tied to a park bench, abandoned, and shows signs of being abused by a male. After boarding for four weeks at Bark n’ Fly, a dog boarding and daycare facility […]

The Explosive Disposal Unit was called to the scene of a traffic stop after a Prince George RCMP officer pulled over a white pickup truck to ensure the driver had a valid license. The officer noticed a weapon inside the vehicle while conducting the stop near 1300-block of Pearson Avenue on Jan. 25. Both the

B.C.’s new online “virtual counter” court registry service is now fully operational and available for people to use provincewide. The program, introduced as a pilot project in 2024, allows people to connect with court registry staff via video chat or phone. “Navigating the justice system can be challenging, especially for people who face barriers accessing

Richmond-Queensborough MLA Steve Kooner has announced his intention to run for the B.C. Conservative leadership. Kooner posted to social media Tuesday (Feb. 3) that he was running to “Bring Back B.C.,” his slogan for the campaign. “After years of economic decline, attacks on property rights and parental authority, and growing disorder in our communities, it’s

A book by a transgender woman from Summerland retells her story of finding what she calls “gender joy.” On Feb. 3, Dee McWatters held a launch party for her book, “Sorry I Was Such a D!ck When I Had One!” The event was held at Cannery Brewing in Penticton. McWatters’ book was released in October.