Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
Two years later, Upper Clearwater Fire Brigade expanding from community support
KAMLOOPS - After two years of relentless wildfires around British Columbia, Clearwater area residents have taken fire protection more seriously.Led by veteran wildfire fighter, Steve Murray, volunteer...
Aug 23, 2019 (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
An inside look at the Sandman Centre's renovations
KAMLOOPS - As the Kamloops Blazers training camp wraps up its second day, the City of Kamloops showcased its updates to the Sandman Centre.Game six of the 2019 WHL playoffs between Kamloops and Victor...
Aug 23, 2019 Image Credit: CFJC Today / Jill Sperling
Mother-daughter authors take pride in telling Jenny's Story
KAMLOOPS - From a fantasy fiction novel to an inspiring true story, a mother-daughter author duo are in town for a book signing this weekend.Janet Walmsley and her 26-year-old daughter Jenny Story are...
Aug 23, 2019 Image Credit: Janet Walmsley
Worksafe BC launches investigation after man dies while repairing transport truck in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - Worksafe BC and the BC Coroners Service are investigating after a man died while repairing a transport truck in Kamloops.According to a spokesperson for Worksafe, the incident happened on A...
Aug 23, 2019 Image Credit: Prat Kitchatorn | Dreamstime.com
Chase RCMP renew call for help in locating missing man
CHASE, B.C. - Police are once again asking the public for any information regarding the disappearance of Travis Sauls.Sauls was last seen in Chase on July 14.He's described as First Nations, 33 years ...
Aug 23, 2019 Image Credit: RCMP Handout
Nine months after opening, Mission Flats Manor remains at full occupancy
KAMLOOPS - It's been nearly one year since plans were announced to create 55 temporary supportive housing units on Mission Flats Road. Since its opening last November, dozens of people have called Mis...
Aug 22, 2019 Image Credit: CFJC Today / Jill Sperling
Kamloops A&W locations grilling up Burgers to Beat MS
KAMLOOPS - Fundraising for Multiple Sclerosis support, A&W restaurants around Kamloops are hosting Burgers to Beat MS Day. Columbia Place A&W manager, Raman Deeb Kaur says two dollars from eve...
Aug 22, 2019 (Image Credit: CFJC Today / Kent Simmonds)
Incoming boost in Kamloops transit hours to include busy university area
KAMLOOPS - Starting September 1, Kamloops transit users will have an extra 3,000 hours added to bus schedules. Just in time for back-to-school season, BC Transit spokesman Jonathon Dyck says high-prio...
Aug 22, 2019 (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
Local candidates weigh in on Elections Canada climate change ruling
KAMLOOPS - Earlier this week, there was a public uproar over whether advertisements regarding climate change should be subject to Elections Canada rules. Elections Canada warned environmental groups t...
James Peters Aug 22, 2019 Image Credit: Facebook and CFJC Today
Police locate missing Kamloops man
KAMLOOPS - UPDATE: Police have located a man reported missing on Aug. 22.All of his personal information has been removed from the article.EARLIER: Police in Kamloops are asking for the public's help ...
Aug 22, 2019 Image Credit: CFJC Today
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