Author Archives: James Peters

B.C. anglers flock for sockeye, but experts warn of decades-long declines for salmon
VANCOUVER - British Columbia anglers have been standing shoulder to shoulder on stretches of the Fraser River this week, hoping to hook a sockeye salmon during a rare recreational opportunity to catch...
James Peters Aug 27, 2025

Lytton records hottest temperature across Canada this year as province bakes
LYTTON - The Village of Lytton is living up to its reputation as the hottest location in Canada. Temperatures in the Fraser Canyon community have surpassed 40 C for three consecutive days, including 4...
James Peters Aug 26, 2025

Pet health becoming an increasing concern due to scorching BC Interior weather
KAMLOOPS - The heat warning temperatures this week can be extremely dangerous to all pets. As heat warnings persist throughout the week, being mindful of pet and animal health is vital. Ensuring they ...
James Peters Aug 26, 2025

BC Wildfire to enact campfire ban Thursday for Kamloops, Cariboo fire centres
KAMLOOPS - The BC Wildfire Service is enacting the first campfire ban of the season on Thursday (Aug 28) for the Kamloops and Cariboo fire centres. The bans will take effect at noon this Thursday (Aug...
James Peters Aug 26, 2025

Kamloops RCMP, family search for man missing since Friday
KAMLOOPS - Investigators would like your help tracking down a young Kamloops man who has been missing since last Friday (Aug. 22).Kamloops RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Dana Napier says police and family are...
James Peters Aug 26, 2025

Search launched for woman missing after taking a walk near 100 Mile House property
100 MILE HOUSE, B.C. - RCMP are looking for tips as they investigate a mysterious missing persons case in 100 Mile House. In a news release, police say Elaine Christine Begg, 44, went for a walk behin...
James Peters Aug 26, 2025 Image Credit: Contributed / 100 Mile House RCMP

Two new spot fires pop up near Shuswap Lake
SICAMOUS, B.C. - BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) personnel are keeping an eye on a pair of small fires that popped up near Shuswap Lake Monday (Aug. 25). The BCWS website shows a new fire start near Cinnem...
James Peters Aug 26, 2025

Canada eyes deeper energy ties with Germany through critical minerals partnership
BERLIN - Canada is signing a critical minerals partnership with Germany that encourages the joint public financing of natural resources projects. Prime Minister Mark Carney says for too long, key Cana...
James Peters Aug 26, 2025

Temperature records shattered in Kamloops region this weekend
KAMLOOPS - Environment Canada has issued heat warnings for the South Thompson and Fraser Valley regions of the Interior. With extreme temperatures hitting this weekend and the weather continuing this ...
James Peters Aug 25, 2025

Do you expect staffing cuts in public schools will negatively impact your child's education when school resumes next month?
James Peters Aug 25, 2025 File Photo (Image Credit: CFJC Today)

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