Day of mourning in B.C. as Vancouver festival attack suspect to face court
VICTORIA - It's a day of remembrance and mourning in British Columbia today for victims of the deadly attack at a Filipino festival, as the suspect in the killings faces court. A community spokesman says the official day of mourning for the 11 people who died after an SUV sped through a crowded street will be part of t...
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PM Carney to outline government priorities in first news conference since election
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to outline the priorities of his new government this morning four days after Canadians voted in the Liberals for a fourth mandate. Carney will speak to the media and take questions at 11 a.m. EDT. He has promised to move immediately to address ongoing trade tensions with...
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BAGABUYO MURDER TRIAL
Court hears testimony of victim and accused's financial scheme leading up to Abdullah killing
KAMLOOPS - The continuation of a first-degree murder trial for a former lawyer in Kamloops accused of slaying his client heard more witness testimony related to the financial actions both men took leading up to the killing. On Thursday (May 1), testimony from a friend of the victim shed more light on the financial situ...
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BUDGET REACTION
Kamloops-Thompson School District to eliminate more than 40 CUPE positions due to budget issues
KAMLOOPS - Details of the Kamloops Thompson School District's plan to balance its 2025-206 budget are becoming more clear. The union representing support staff in the district says administration is eliminating more than 40 CUPE positions. The district made the decision due to a $5.8-million budget deficit. Library ass...
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FireSmart
TNRD residents eligible for FireSmart rebates
KAMLOOPS - Residents in Thompson Nicola Regional District electoral areas who are taking steps to FireSmart their properties will get some extra incentive from the district.The TNRD has launched a rebate program that will refund 50 per cent of the costs of fire mitigation work within 1.5 metres of homes, capped at $500...
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Lapu Lapu Tragedy
United Way BC launches fund for victims of Lapu Lapu tragedy
VANCOUVER - United Way BC has introduced a way for residents across the province to support those affected by last Saturday's (April 26) tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Festival in Vancouver.Eleven people were killed when an SUV rammed into a crowd of people at the event celebrating Filipino heritage and culture. Dozens more ...
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Art of Gardening
Art of Gardening - Unique Specimen Trees
Looking for that special something to make your yard stand out in the neighbourhood? Shawn Ulmer from Art Knapp Garden Centre and Florist in Kamloops has a number of unique and attractive trees of the weeping variety to provide that very element!
Apr 30, 2025
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Art of Gardening
Art of Gardening - New Tropicals
They come in to the store every spring and this year is no exception! Ivy Hik from Art Knapp's in Kamloops takes time to showcase some of the new tropicals that are now in stock for you to check out!
Apr 23, 2025
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Art of Gardening
Art of Gardening - Magnolias in Kamloops
Magnolias are only meant to be grown in the lower mainland...right? Wrong says Maury HIk from Art Knapp's in Kamloops! There are lots of locations in town you can find success with this fantastic flowering tree!
Apr 23, 2025
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British Columbia
Day of mourning in B.C. as Vancouver festival attack suspect to face court
VICTORIA - It's a day of remembrance and mourning in British Columbia today for victims of the deadly attack at a Filipino festival, as the suspect in the killings faces court. A community spokesman says the official day of mourning for the 11 people who died after an SUV sped through a crowded street will be part of t...
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B.C. warns of elevated wildfire risk as winds arrive with warm, dry conditions
The British Columbia government is urging people to use caution as a combination of warm, dry conditions and strong winds moves over the southern part of the province, raising the wildfire risk. A statement from the Forests Ministry says the BC Wildfire Service is asking people to postpone any open burning until the wi...
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Lapu Lapu Tragedy
United Way BC launches fund for victims of Lapu Lapu tragedy
VANCOUVER - United Way BC has introduced a way for residents across the province to support those affected by last Saturday's (April 26) tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Festival in Vancouver.Eleven people were killed when an SUV rammed into a crowd of people at the event celebrating Filipino heritage and culture. Dozens more ...
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ON THE ICE
Bottle hopes to inspire at National Aboriginal Hockey Championships
KAMLOOPS -- Indigenous strength, excellence and unity will be celebrated at the National Aboriginal Hockey Championships, which are scheduled to get underway on Monday (May 5) at McArthur Island Sport and Event Centre. Hosted by the City of Kamloops and Tkemlúps te Secwépemc, the under-18 tournament will ...
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IIHF Worlds
Former Blazers' Evason, Huska named to Canada's World Championship coaching staff
KAMLOOPS - A pair of former Kamloops Blazers will be part of Team Canada's coaching staff at the 2025 IIHF World Championships, which will be held in Sweden and Denmark this month.Dean Evason, the former Kamloops Blazers head coach - and Junior Oilers centre - has been named Team Canada head coach, while former Blazers...
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The Tattle of Hastings
THE TATTLE OF HASTINGS: Girls Skate Kamloops grinds down barriers
KAMLOOPS - Girls Skate Kamloops is a peer-led group dedicated to fostering female representation in the local skateboarding community. Sessions take place from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday at the Rotary Skate Park on McArthur Island. No registration is required and all ages and skill levels are welcome. Volunteer ...
Apr 30, 2025
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Canada
In the news today: Wildfire evacuations in Fort St. John, B.C.
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Wildfire evacuations in Fort St. John, B.C. Firefighters from Fort St. John, B.C., and the provincial wildfire service were battling a blaze that prompted evacuations late Thursday, the city said. A bulletin on the city's website ...
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PM Carney to outline government priorities in first news conference since election
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to outline the priorities of his new government this morning four days after Canadians voted in the Liberals for a fourth mandate. Carney will speak to the media and take questions at 11 a.m. EDT. He has promised to move immediately to address ongoing trade tensions with...
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Wildfire prompts evacuations in Fort St. John, B.C., city says
FORT ST. JOHN - (UPDATE 10:00 p.m.): Firefighters from Fort St. John, B.C., and the provincial wildfire service were battling a blaze that prompted evacuations late Thursday, the city said. A bulletin on the city's website posted at 6:04 p.m. said the fire is located in the Fish Creek Community Forest on the northern o...
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World
Alternative for Germany is listed as a 'right-wing extremist' party by domestic intelligence agency
BERLIN (AP) - The German domestic intelligence service said Friday it has classified the Alternative for Germany party, which placed second in national elections in February, as a "right-wing extremist effort" - making it subject to greater and broader surveillance of its activities. The Federal Office for th...
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Drones strike ship carrying aid to Gaza, humanitarian group says
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) - Drones attacked a vessel carrying aid to Gaza while it was off the coast of Malta on Friday, the humanitarian group organizing the shipment said. A fire broke out but was brought under control, authorities said. A nearby tugboat responded to a distress call from the ship, which was carrying 12 c...
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Vatican firefighters install a chimney on the roof of the Sistine Chapel for the papal election
VATICAN CITY (AP) - Preparations for the conclave to find a new pope accelerated Friday with the installation of the chimney out of the Sistine Chapel that will signal the election of a successor to Pope Francis. Vatican firefighters were seen on the roof of the Sistine Chapel installing the chimney, a key moment in th...
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