Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
Kamloops businesses feel CERB is undermining ability to hire workers during COVID-19
KAMLOOPS - Davide Fattor has been flooded with calls since his La Dolcevita Spa & Salon opened at the end of May. Clients have been wanting to get their hair cut and be pampered. "The response fro...
Aug 06, 2020
Kamloops Symphony running with new fundraising idea
KAMLOOPS - The Kamloops Symphony is one of many local organizations struggling under the global pandemic. Without the ability to host concerts and sell tickets, which account for approximately 30 per ...
Aug 06, 2020
Walmart shoppers will soon require masks
KAMLOOPS - Walmart stores across the country will be requiring customers to wear masks as of August 12. In an emailed statement from Corporate Affairs Manager Felicia Fefer, it's noted that more than ...
Aug 06, 2020
47 new COVID-19 cases, only one in Interior Health
VICTORIA - B.C's health officials are reporting 47 new cases of COVID-19 today (Aug. 6), and no new deaths. One new case is being reported in the Interior Health region. Provincial Health Officer Dr. ...
Dave Barry Aug 06, 2020
Homes evacuated in Penticton as fire threatens community
PENTICTON, B.C. - UPDATE: The Tactical Evacuation has been lifted in the Sage Mesa area north west of Penticton.More than 80 homes and a golf course were evacuated in Penticton this morning (Aug. 6) a...
Aug 06, 2020
Revelstoke men arrested in arson attempt
REVELSTOKE - Revelstoke RCMP have arrested two men who were allegedly throwing 'Molotov style cocktails' into a home in the community. The incident happened just before 3 a.m. today (Aug. 6). A person...
Aug 06, 2020
Arrow Transportation Systems to fund surgical suite in new Patient Care Tower
KAMLOOPS - Arrow Transportation Systems is making a $250,000 donation to Royal Inland Hospital to fund a surgical suite in the new Patient Care Tower. According to a release from the RIH Foundation, A...
Aug 06, 2020
Tips for staying safe while on the water
KAMLOOPS - Many people are choosing to spend the hot sunny days out on the water, but there are a few basic safety tips to know before enjoying the region's rivers and lakes. According to retired fire...
Aug 05, 2020
Kamloops family gets stolen bikes back thanks to helpful community
KAMLOOPS - A Kamloops family is singing the praises of the community after some good Samaritans worked to locate their stolen bikes and bike trailers. The Seyfert family had spent $2,000 on the items,...
Aug 05, 2020
No new virus deaths, as B.C health officials report 47 new cases of COVID-19
VICTORIA - B.C's health officials are reporting 47 new cases of COVID-19 today (Aug. 5), and no new deaths. Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry says there are currently 351 active cases in B.C,...
Aug 05, 2020
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