Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
Comedian Jimmy Carr announces new Canadian tour with first-ever stop in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - Jimmy Carr is coming to Kamloops for the very first time next year, and he's bringing his edgy, dark, and often controversial one-liners with him. The British-Irish comedy superstar has ann...
Dec 02, 2025
Donations made to Mustard Seed in Kamloops to be matched for Giving Tuesday
KAMLOOPS - The Mustard Seed is making a donation push in Kamloops for Giving Tuesday. The non-profit that cares for individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty says any donations made by Kamloop...
Dec 02, 2025
City crews looking at 48-hour window to clean up streets before next snow event hits Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops residents were asked to slow down and take extra time on their way to work Tuesday (Dec. 2) as snow removal crews aim to tackle collectors and bus routes later in the day. Accordin...
Dec 02, 2025
Rentable e-scooters coming to Kamloops in spring 2026 as city partners with Bird Canada
KAMLOOPS - Residents and visitors in Kamloops will be able to rent electric kick scooters in the spring, as the city has signed an agreement with Bird Canada. Climate and Sustainability Manager Glen C...
Dec 02, 2025
Northbound lanes of Coquihalla Highway north of Merritt closed due to vehicle recovery; slippery conditions persist
UPDATE (7:00 a.m.): The northbound lanes of the Coquihalla Highway north of Merritt has reopened to traffic although DriveBC is telling drivers to expect delays.EARLIER: MERRITT, B.C. - The northbound...
Dec 02, 2025
Peacocks at Critteraid in Summerland saved from euthanasia after avian flu discovery
An animal sanctuary in Summerland, B.C., says two of its peacocks have been spared from an avian flu cull.Critteraid took to social media on Nov. 7, saying its volunteers are "devastated" by the disco...
Dec 02, 2025
Missing Kamloops woman found dead, family says
KAMLOOPS - The search for a missing 57-year-old Kamloops woman has ended in tragedy. The family of Sheri-Lynn Bissonnette have confirmed that the she was found dead this morning (Dec. 1), though the c...
Dec 01, 2025
CMHA's extreme weather response remains active with extra beds made available throughout the community
KAMLOOPS - On Friday (Nov 28), an Extreme Weather Alert was issued for Kamloops, activating emergency shelter beds throughout the community. As temperatures have remained below zero, and with snow fal...
Dec 01, 2025
Local stores fighting the rise of e-commerce report busy Black Friday weekend
KAMLOOPS - Black Friday has come and gone, Small Business Saturday is over, and Cyber Monday (Dec. 1) is nearing completion, as the Big Three of weekend shopping have the holiday season well underway,...
Dec 01, 2025
Transplant recipients return to Royal Inland with treats for Operation Popcorn
KAMLOOPS - It's the 34th year for Operation Popcorn, where BC Transplant recipients go to hospitals throughout the province to say thank-you and drop off holiday treats. This year, BC Transplant will ...
Dec 01, 2025
