Ainslie Creek wildfire
TNRD downgrades evacuation response near Ainslie Creek wildfire
MERRITT, B.C. - The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) has downgraded its evacuation response in the area surrounding the Ainslie Creek wildfire.The TNRD has allowed people in 61 addressed properties to return home after being evacuated on July 25. However, the TNRD said residents should remain cautious as they r...
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Do You Know This Truck?
RV stolen overnight from storage facility in Williams Lake
WILLIAMS LAKE, B.C. - RCMP are asking for the public's help after an RV was stolen from a storage facility in Williams Lake. At around 6:25 a.m. on Aug. 16, Williams Lake RCMP say officers were told that a 2016 Grand Design Reflection 27RL was stolen overnight from the parking lot of Chaparell Self Storage on South Lak...
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Wildlife Watch
Salmon Arm urges caution after bear with cubs sighted in Little Mountain trail area
Salmon Arm, B.C. - The City of Salmon Arm is urging hikers to use caution along the Little Mountain trail system after a bear and cubs were spotted in the area."Residents are reminded that we live in bear country and should always remain aware when enjoying local parks, trails, and natural areas," said the Ci...
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Do You Know This Truck?
RV stolen overnight from storage facility in Williams Lake
WILLIAMS LAKE, B.C. - RCMP are asking for the public's help after an RV was stolen from a storage facility in Williams Lake. At around 6:25 a.m. on Aug. 16, Williams Lake RCMP say officers were told that a 2016 Grand Design Reflection 27RL was stolen overnight from the parking lot of Chaparell Self Storage on South Lak...
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Wildfire Watch
TNRD downgrades evacuation order for two properties impacted by French Bar Creek wildfire
CLINTON, B.C. - An evacuation order has been downgraded to an evacuation alert for two properties within the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) impacted by the French Bar Creek wildfire. Effective 3:00 p.m. Sunday (Aug. 23), residents at 7129 and 7140 Empire Valley Road can return home, although they must be read...
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Pair of theft suspects reportedly leave Valleyview store with $1,600 in groceries
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops RCMP are asking for the public's help in identifying a pair of suspects who reportedly stole hundreds of dollars in groceries from a store in Valleyview last month. At around 10:30 a.m. on July 12, RCMP say two suspects distracted a cashier in the 2100-block of Trans-Canada Highway East and reporte...
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Art of Gardening Special Edition - BC Day
It's hot, everything is growing, and it'll soon be time to pick those fruit and veggies! Here's a collection of tips from Art Knapp Home & Garden for landscaping, planting in shade, and adding air plants that don't need soil at all!
Aug 04, 2026
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Art of Gardening: Foliage Shade Garden
If you have a bit of shade in your garden, take advantage of it! Here's Shawn to let you know what to plant.
Jun 24, 2026
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Art of Gardening: Native Restoration Plants
What happens when a natural area on your property gets damaged by construction or wildfire? According to Shawn, it's got a lot higher chance of sticking around if you plant what's native to the area.
Jun 18, 2026
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British Columbia
B.C. groups call for lower burdens, barriers in light of U.S. tariffs
VANCOUVER - Escalating trade tensions between Canada and the United States, culminating in new tariffs and threats, have galvanized British Columbia business groups in sounding the alarm on the province's economy. The BC Chamber of Commerce said Monday...
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Two former B.C. Conservatives plan to form new party, steer clear of CentreBC
There are plans for a new party in the British Columbia legislature as politicians return this fall, with two MLAs who recently defected from the provincial Conservatives saying they want to provide an option for frustrated voters. Ian Paton, who has s...
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Wildfires surge as B.C. records 11,000 lightning strikes, but rain helps in battle
The number of wildfires in British Columbia surged past 180 over the weekend, up from about 125 on Friday, after the province recorded 11,000 lightning strikes. An update from the BC Wildfire Service said a subtropical weather system brought hot temper...
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Broncos Football
Broncos put up three touchdowns, fall to Kodiaks at home 36-23
KAMLOOPS - The Kamloops Broncos scored more points in one game than they did throughout the entire 2026 BC Football Conference (BCFC) season so far, but it wasn't enough for them to earn their first win since 2024. The Broncos fell to the Prince George Kodiaks at home Saturday (Aug. 22) 36-23. After trailing the Kodia...
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Canada West
TRU WolfPack men's soccer team hopes for better fortune, aim for post-season return
KAMLOOPS - Head coach John Antulov and the TRU WolfPack were reminded last season of how quickly high hopes can go south. They are optimistic that with better fortune this year a special season may lie ahead. "Cross our fingers for no more injuries and crucial players going out," WolfPack forward Lachlan Wil...
Aug 21, 2026
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Year-End Honours
Pair of NorthPaws take up three spots on All-WCL First Team for 2026
KAMLOOPS - A pair of Kamloops NorthPaws were among the best of their positions during the 2026 West Coast League (WCL) season. Outfielder Kade Crawford and starting pitcher and outfielder Evan Dugdale were named to the 2026 WCL All-WCL First Team, as selected by the league's 16 head coaches. In 48 games, Crawford finis...
Aug 21, 2026
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Canada
LaSalle College obtains creditor protection after being fined $30 million
MONTREAL - LaSalle College has obtained creditor protection after the Quebec government fined the institution $30 million for having too many students in its English-language programs. The college is also asking the government to reinstate subsidies fo...
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How Trump's tariffs are hitting Canadian goods
OTTAWA - The United States introduced new 50 per cent tariffs on billions of dollars in Canadian exports on Saturday after trade talks failed to reach a deal. Those came after more than a year of various tariff moves from U.S. President Donald Trump. H...
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Gov. Gen. Arbour set to mark 9/11 anniversary in Gander, NL
OTTAWA - Gov. Gen. Louise Arbour is set to be in Gander, N.L., on Sept. 11 to mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Rideau Hall says the Governor General will also meet with a variety of provincial officials and Indigenous leaders during a fi...
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World
Judge postpones US trial for Libyan man charged in 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103
WASHINGTON (AP) - A federal judge on Monday postponed a trial in the U.S. for a Libyan man charged in 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103, citing the discovery of new evidence that defense attorneys want to examine. Jury selection was sche...
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Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on mail voting restrictions ahead of midterms
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court sided with the Trump administration Monday in a case over President Donald Trump's executive order restricting mail-in voting, though it remains unclear how much can be implemented before the fast-approaching midterm...
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Police find the body of Karen Solomon, who was sought in the killing of her police officer husband
A mental health advocate suspected of killing her police officer husband was found dead Monday, six days after she disappeared from her Massachusetts home, authorities said. Karen Solomon, an advocate who called for improvements and great...
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