Author Archives: James Peters
Stigma against psychedelics could fade with decriminalization in B.C., experts say
Decriminalization of some hard drugs in British Columbia could help reduce stigma around psychedelic substances that have medicinal value, but have been caught up in the war on drugs, experts say. "Th...
Aug 20, 2022
Timeline of Canada's call to abandon 2015 appeal over residential schools fundraiser
OTTAWA - Canada's decision to abandon its appeal of a 2015 court ruling that freed Catholic groups from the need to raise $25 million for residential school survivors has caused anger and confusion. L...
Aug 20, 2022
Supt. Syd Lecky reflects on four years serving Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops RCMP's top cop, Supt. Syd Lecky is leaving the city after four years of serving in his position. Lecky is pursuing a new position as he is going to the Northwest Territories to bec...
Aug 19, 2022
"People are disfigured": Kamloops clinic helps those affected by cut-rate cosmetic procedures
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops Mounties are reaching out to the public after a series of complaints involving cosmetic procedures performed out of a North Shore home."People like this prey on customers with the ...
Aug 19, 2022
City of Kamloops applies for grant funding to improve safety, reduce noise at rail crossings
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops city council is seeking a grant to make safety and noise-reducing improvements as trains pass through the city.The city's Transportation Manager, Purvez Irani, has received multipl...
Aug 19, 2022
New vintage equipment-themed park to take shape on Bunker Road
KAMLOOPS - The City of Kamloops is putting together a treat for vintage vehicle buffs and Kamloops heritage enthusiasts.In a news release, Parks and Civic Facilities Manager Jeff Putnam says what was ...
Aug 19, 2022
Clearwater emergency department temporarily closing for another eight nights
CLEARWATER, B.C. - Eight is enough. Or so we thought.In a news release, Interior Health says the Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital Emergency Department in Clearwater will close from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m...
Aug 19, 2022
SOUND OFF: Patients are dying - so where is the government?
DAY AFTER DAY, we're hearing about tragedies and struggles unfolding in our healthcare system. First, many people lost the assurance of a family doctor, so those without one turned to walk-in clinics....
Aug 18, 2022
Kamloops RCMP investigating alleged fraudulent cosmetic procedures from North Shore home
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops RCMP are reaching out to the public after a series of complaints involving cosmetic procedures performed out of a North Shore home.In a news release issued Thursday (Aug. 18), RCMP...
Aug 18, 2022
Weekend for Kamloops RCMP includes burnt vehicle and Dufferin break-in
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops RCMP responded to approximately 412 public complaints from midnight Friday (Aug. 12) to 9:00 a.m. Monday (Aug. 15). Below are some incidents police attended.Burnt vehicle found on ...
Aug 18, 2022
