Tories open up 'largest lead yet' in poll taken after carbon tax increase

Earlier today, Justin Trudeau admitted he's under 'a lot of political pressure' due to the carbon tax and high cost of living.

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6 vehicles stolen from Oliver, Vernon and Kamloops recovered this month

Mounties in Kamloops found the vehicles on a rural property outside city limits.

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'I feel for the NDP': Trudeau says it's 'unfortunate' Jagmeet Singh's party has shifted on carbon tax

'This is a time to actually do more to fight climate change, not less,' the prime minister said.

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Le Diner en Blanc returns to Kelowna for 10th anniversary at ‘new secret location’

“It’s not just about the elegance and grandeur of the event, but the shared sense of community and celebration that has grown over the years.”

Details 🔽

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Smoke from planned burn near Merritt might be visible from Hwy 97C, Hwy 8.

The planned burn will remove around 10 hectares of wildfire fuels, but will only proceed if site conditions are favourable.

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KelownaNow 5 Day Weather forecast: Showers today possibly, but big sunny weekend ahead.

Warriors at home and looking to move on in the playoffs.

🔽Game preview 🔽
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Over 200 beers and ciders to try at Okanagan Fest of Ale this weekend

Breweries and cideries from all over BC will be there and, as always, there's a great lineup of musicians and entertainers to ensure everyone is having a good time.

Details 🔽

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Alberta man being harassed with hundreds of dollars worth of pizza, Alabama man convicted of killing 5 people asks to be executed and Ohtani’s former interpreter expected to surrender to the feds today.

🔽 All that and more in today’s ‘5 things’ 🔽

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Okanagan company gets green light to commercialize non-browning apple

The new GMO product is more resistant to damage through the supply chain and has an unprecedented shelf life of 28 days, the company notes.

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Kelowna weather: Warm, mainly sunny day to set the stage for beautiful weekend

We're on tap for 20°C temps and plenty of sunshine on Saturday and Sunday.

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Orphaned BC orca: Rescue team prepares landing site for complex rescue

The 2-year-old calf has been alone in the lagoon for more than 2 weeks after its pregnant mother became beached at low tide and died.

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Low-income renters got a benefit. Scammers took one day to target it, BC Housing says

The housing agency says in a 'fraud alert' on its website and social media that it will never use text messages to invite recipients to claim benefits.

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Rockets set to embark on northern playoff journey against top-ranked Cougars.

🔽 Series preview below🔽
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Kelowna Dragon Boat Club hosting a free trial day in May.

🔽 Details below🔽
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City of Kelowna staff recommend keeping Mission Activity Centre.

Staff say the facility at Sarsons Beach could complement the future activity centre at Mission Recreation Park.

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Mixed-use building proposed for lot near Guisachan Village Centre.

The building would be six-storeys tall and would have over 60 residential units.
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BC tables anti-racism legislation, promises to hold public bodies accountable.

BC's attorney general says the province will establish an anti−racism committee to help guide the development of the action plan by June 1, 2026.

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Kelowna council asked to amend development application process, fee bylaws.

Staff say the changes can 'save costs and time for applicants” and improve overall efficiency for the development application process.
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