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• Kelowna artist uses centuries-old technique to explore today’s challenges

  31-07-2026 13:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  Using encaustic, a technique that combines heated beeswax, and tree sap, Angela Hansen is creating a new exhibit inspired by the changing world around her.
  
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• Video captures Faulder residents rescuing their dogs from vehicle surrounded by flames

  09-08-2026 04:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  A video has surfaced online that captures the dramatic moments when Faulder residents were trying to rescue their dogs from a vehicle that was surrounded by flames.
  
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• ‘Explosive’ Summerland wildfire creating conditions ‘never seen before’

  09-08-2026 04:27 via globalnews.ca
  
  The BC Wildfire Service says it is one of the most challenging fires this province has ever faced, involving helicopter rescues of dozens of people trapped behind the fire line.
  
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• As massive B.C. wildfire raged, groups worked to rescue livestock, animals

  09-08-2026 03:07 via globalnews.ca
  
  When the Bald Range wildfire sparked near Summerland on Friday afternoon, thousands of residents prepared to leave their homes. But many have livestock and animals to care for.
  
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• 13-year-old girl missing after falling off paddleboard at Cultus Lake

  09-08-2026 02:17 via vancouversun.com
  
  RCMP and other emergency services are scouring Cultus Lake for a 13-year-old girl who fell off her paddleboard Saturday afternoon. Read More
  
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• RCMP report a possible fatality from massive Summerland fire

  09-08-2026 01:56 via globalnews.ca
  
  RCMP said officers continue to provide emergency response and assistance following the Bald Range fire that grew quickly and forced thousands to flee their homes.
  
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• Summerland wildfire forces large numbers of seniors in residential care to relocate

  09-08-2026 01:37 via globalnews.ca
  
  David Hickey, a driver with the High Acuity Response Team, helped receive dozens of seniors at Kaigo Senior Living Facility in Kelowna.
  
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• B.C.’s Victor Montagliani long ago said he wanted to be FIFA president. Will he even get the chance?

  09-08-2026 00:38 via theprovince.com
  
  So, as the story was told me, years ago while working in a Vancouver insurance office, Victor Montagliani would muse about one day being president of FIFA. Read More
  
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• Video shows rapid night growth of Bald Range fire near Summerland

  09-08-2026 00:15 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Bald Range fire, which sparked around 5:30 p.m., grew so fast that homes were destroyed and the fast-moving flames trapped people.
  
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• Photos of Bald Range fire near Summerland show aggressive wildfire growth

  08-08-2026 23:56 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Bald Range wildfire near Summerland sparked at 5:30 p.m. on Friday and exploded in size to 9,500 hectares by Saturday morning.
  
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• WATCH LIVE: B.C. premier to provide update as wildfires force thousands from homes

  08-08-2026 20:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  B.C. Premier David Eby and emergency officials are set to provide an update Saturday as wildfires continue to force evacuations across the province.
  
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• WATCH LIVE: B.C. premier declares wildfire state of emergency

  08-08-2026 20:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  B.C. Premier David Eby and emergency officials are set to provide an update Saturday as wildfires continue to force evacuations across the province.
  
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• B.C. premier declares wildfire state of emergency

  08-08-2026 20:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  B.C. Premier David Eby and emergency officials are set to provide an update Saturday as wildfires continue to force evacuations across the province.
  
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• The big beauty benefits of a lash lift and brow tint

  08-08-2026 20:00 via vancouversun.com
  
  Sometimes the best beauty treatments aren't about changing your look and are more about enhancing what you already have. Read More
  
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• Targeted shooting in Whalley leaves one man in hospital

  08-08-2026 19:57 via vancouversun.com
  
  A man is in hospital after a Friday night shooting in Whalley that police believe was targeted. Read More
  
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• Vancouver student wins top honours in national student art challenge

  08-08-2026 17:00 via vancouversun.com
  
  Vancouver student Winston Li won top honours at the fifth Art Canada Institute's 2025 Canadian Art Inspiration Student Challenge. Read More
  
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• New B.C. model for repeat offenders is effective in reducing violent crimes, say observers

  08-08-2026 17:00 via vancouversun.com
  
  Criminologists are welcoming the province's expansion of a program that brings together police, corrections officers, counsellors and health care workers to monitor and target repeat offenders. Read More
  
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• BREAKING: Overnight wildfire forces state of emergency, evacuation order for Summerland

  08-08-2026 16:49 via vancouversun.com
  
  More than 20,000 people have been ordered to leave their homes as a fast-moving wildfire burns out of control near Okanagan Lake. Read More
  
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• BREAKING: Overnight wildfire forces evacuation orders and alerts in parts of Peachland

  08-08-2026 16:49 via vancouversun.com
  
  An evacuation order has been issued after an overnight wildfire is now ranked as out of control in the Bald Range area. Read More
  
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• BREAKING: 20,000 residents flee as wildfire forces state of emergency, evacuation order for Summerland, RCMP report possible fatality

  08-08-2026 16:49 via vancouversun.com
  
  Premier David Eby declared a provincial state of emergency Saturday afternoon after more than 20,000 people were ordered to leave their homes, as a fast-moving wildfire burned out of control near Okanagan Lake. Read More
  
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• BREAKING: 20,000 residents flee as wildfire forces state of emergency, evacuation order for Summerland

  08-08-2026 16:49 via vancouversun.com
  
  More than 20,000 people have been ordered to leave their homes as a fast-moving wildfire burns out of control near Okanagan Lake. Read More
  
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• This Day in History, 1939: A racist alderman tries to stop Asians from moving to 'desirable' neighbourhoods

  08-08-2026 16:00 via vancouversun.com
  
  Halford Wilson was one of Vancouver’s longest-serving city councillors. Read More
  
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• Anthony Gismondi: B.C. vintages draw standout reviews at 2026 Wine Align awards

  08-08-2026 16:00 via vancouversun.com
  
  The 2026 Wine Align National Wine Awards results are now available online at winealign.com. Given the challenges of selling Canadian wines outside their province of production, today's column highlights the standout B.C. performances at the awards, but Ontario's performance was equally impressive. It will take some sleuthing on your part to find all the stars, so our advice is to start at the winery website, then the private store market, and finally try the B.C. liquor stores website. Read More
  
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• Here's how crews would respond to a wildfire in Stanley Park

  08-08-2026 15:00 via vancouversun.com
  
  The sight of smoke and helicopters hovering above homes on Wednesday brought the reality of B.C.'s fire season to Metro Vancouver, as wildfire scorched part of Belcarra Regional Park on the edge of Anmore. Read More
  
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• Brian Minter: This month is a critical time for gardeners. Here's what you should be doing

  08-08-2026 15:00 via vancouversun.com
  
  August is one of the most pivotal times in our gardens because we can reap our greatest summer produce, see the beginnings of fall just around the corner and plant winter vegetables for February and March harvest. Read More
  
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• Urgent evacuation order issued for fast-moving wildfire near Summerland

  08-08-2026 06:33 via globalnews.ca
  
  The BC Wildfire Service says it's displaying aggressive rank 5 behaviour, with an organized flame front with a fast rate of spread and moderate to long-range spotting.
  
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• Summerland under evacuation order due to fast-moving, aggressive wildfire

  08-08-2026 06:33 via globalnews.ca
  
  The BC Wildfire Service says it's displaying aggressive rank 5 behaviour, with an organized flame front with a fast rate of spread and moderate to long-range spotting.
  
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• Over 20,000 flee as B.C evacuation orders in full swing due to aggressive wildfire

  08-08-2026 06:33 via globalnews.ca
  
  The BC Wildfire Service says it's displaying aggressive rank 5 behaviour, with an organized flame front with a fast rate of spread and moderate to long-range spotting.
  
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• Fast-moving wildfire near Summerland forces urgent evacuation orders, alerts

  08-08-2026 06:33 via globalnews.ca
  
  The BC Wildfire Service says it's displaying aggressive rank 5 behaviour, with an organized flame front with a fast rate of spread and moderate to long-range spotting.
  
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• An RV blew up in Abbotsford. The reason? Rodents.

  08-08-2026 06:06 via vancouversun.com
  
  It was a cool, damp and breezy March evening at the Aloha RV Park in Abbotsford. The sun had set, and a waxing gibbous moon peered through the scattered clouds as Sylvia Gillis and her dog, Max, climbed the stairs to her Jayco trailer. Read More
  
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