Author Archives: Aaron Schulze
RCMP in Shuswap detachments believe suspect linked to both exposure and youth sexual assault cases
SALMON ARM, B.C. - Police from both the Salmon Arm and Sicamous RCMP detachments are asking the public to identify a man they believe is responsible for two different serious incidents last week. On O...
Oct 28, 2022
New poppy campaign initiatives seek to modernize the tradition of remembrance
A shift towards environmentally friendly materials and new digital engagement strategies are among new initiatives the Royal Canadian Legion is hoping will breathe fresh life into the 2022 national po...
Oct 28, 2022
Kamloops RCMP vehicle rammed by stolen truck suspect near Paul Lake
KAMLOOPS - A Kamloops RCMP cruiser was rammed by a stolen vehicle suspect near Paul Lake Thursday afternoon (Oct. 27).In a news release, detachment spokesperson Cpl. Crystal Evelyn says the incident t...
Oct 27, 2022
Secwépemc Child and Family Services unveil new building, reflect on proposed legislative change
KAMLOOPS - Secwpemc Child and Family Services (SCFS) opened its new home Thursday afternoon (Oct. 27). The two-story modular building will allow the service to bring workers from four separate offices...
Oct 27, 2022
Pair of Merritt elementary schools vandalized
MERRITT, B.C. - Merritt RCMP are seeking the public's help in finding suspects involved in vandalizing a pair of elementary schools in the city. In a news release issued Thursday (Oct. 27) afternoon, ...
Oct 27, 2022
Burning prohibition set to expire in Kamloops Fire Centre
KAMLOOPS - After a lengthy, warm, dry autumn, the open burning prohibition in the Kamloops Fire Centre is set to expire.In a news release issued Thursday (Oct. 27), the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says...
Oct 27, 2022
CMHA refuses to operate temporary shelters in effort to push for more permanent housing
KAMLOOPS - The Canadian Mental Health Association feels there are too many people on the street who aren't getting the proper help they need. "When you look at the housing continuum, individuals are m...
Oct 27, 2022
Weekend for Kamloops RCMP includes hit-and-run, knife chase and construction site break-in
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops RCMP responded to approximately 419 public complaints from midnight Friday (Oct. 21) to 9:00 a.m. on Monday (Oct. 24). Below are some incidents police attended.Valleyview hit and r...
Oct 27, 2022
Vehicle incident impacts traffic on Highway 5 north of Barriere
UPDATE (12:30 p.m.): Highway 5 remains single lane alternating. Elsewhere, BC Emergency Health Services told CFJC Today no ambulance units were sent to the scene. Additionally, the BC Coroners Service...
Oct 27, 2022
Wind warning issued for Coquihalla Highway and Okanagan Connector
KAMLOOPS - Environment Canada has a wind warning in effect for the Coquihalla Highway from Kamloops to Merritt and the Okanagan Connector from Merritt to Kelowna.While a windstorm is forecast to cross...
Oct 27, 2022
