Kamloops and Area

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Salmon Arm RCMP to test first-ever electric vehicle
SALMON ARM, B.C. - Police in Salmon Arm have added the first electric vehicle to their fleet as part of a pilot project that will test these policing vehicles across the country.Mounties say the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning pickup truck is "fully equipped and ready" for front line duties, after it was added to t...
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Drug Alerts
Interior Health issues pair of drug alerts; one specifically for Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - Interior Health has issued a pair of drug alerts, one of which is specifically for the City of Kamloops.The alert for Kamloops was issued Wednesday (July 9) as Interior Health warned of a pinky chunky substance being sold down, dope, or fentanyl. It said that substance was found to contain fluorofentanyl and...
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Blue-Green Algae
Questions remain after 7-month-old puppy dies after swimming in algae-infested Nicola Lake
MERRITT - Owners of a dog who died after swimming in Nicola Lake near Merritt are warning about the dangers of blue-green algae.Kristin Awde told Global News that her seven-month-old puppy, Romie, became ill and died after being in the water for less than an hour on June 30."[The vet] said if she's gotten into an ...
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High Water
UPDATE: High streamflow advisory, special weather statement lifted as rain subsides
KAMLOOPS - (UPDATE 11:00 a.m.): The high streamflow advisory and the special weather statement have both been lifted. EARLIER - A High Streamflow Advisory remains in effect for the South Thompson River basin following the spell of rainy weather on Wednesday (July 9). The advisory covers the tributaries of the South Tho...
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Dobby’s Big Day: Celebrating the Juvenile Sturgeon Release in Vanderhoof
On June 6th, 2025, students, community members, educators, and volunteers gathered at Riverside Park in Vanderhoof to participate in one of the region's most anticipated annual environmental events—the Juvenile Sturgeon Release. Hosted by the Nechako White Sturgeon Recovery Initiative (NWSRI) and an impressive network of collaborators, this special day is dedicated to releasing juvenile sturgeon into the Nechako River, nurturing the recovery of this incredible species and inspiring future stewards of the land and water. This year's event saw strong winds but an even stronger community spirit. Hundreds of students from School District 91 and local homeschool groups arrived to participate in educational activities, connect with nature, and cheer on the juvenile sturgeon's release. Integris Credit Union was proud to be part of the excitement again this year, volunteering on-site and firing up the #ICUBBQ to serve lunch for all the participants. One of Team Integris's many highlights is getting to name one of the young sturgeon—we proudly named our fish Dobby! It's a simple tradition that adds heart to the science and reminds us of the importance of caring for these endangered species. We were thrilled to see our Integris members step up and show their community spirit. A special thank you goes to Carol Thatcher, a Quesnel-based Integris member who travelled to Vanderhoof with us to volunteer alongside our team. Your dedication is what makes the Integris community so special.  This event wouldn't be possible without the combined efforts of so many. From the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC's hatchery team and the Department of Fisheries and Oceans to the educators, Elders, and local volunteers who continue to show up year after year, it's a true collaboration. At Integris, we're grateful to support events that make a lasting impact - not just on the environment but on the minds and hearts of everyone who attends. Events like the Juvenile Sturgeon Release bring together science, community, and culture to ensure the future of the Nechako White Sturgeon and inspire the next generation of conservation leaders.   📍 To learn more about the Nechako White Sturgeon Recovery Initiative and how you can get involved, visit:  👉 https://nechakowhitesturgeon.org/research/juvenile-release
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