Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
RAW VIDEO: Sedan bursts into flames on Highway 5A in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - One Kamloops resident had an unfortunate Friday afternoon (Mar. 26) commute.At about 3:30, a Mazda 6 burst into flames at the intersection of Highway 5A and Hugh Allan Drive. It doesn't app...
Mar 26, 2021
After a year of window visits, relaxed restrictions will allow Kamloops man to hug his mother again
KAMLOOPS - For residents of long term care assisted living facilities, the past year has been extremely isolating. Visitors have been largely restricted from these facilities and COVID-19 outbreaks ha...
Mar 26, 2021
SD73 facing significant capacity issues in Kamloops schools
KAMLOOPS - On Tuesday (Mar. 23), the City of Kamloops and the SD73 Board of Education held a joint meeting to discuss several issues facing the district. Among the topics of discussion were enrolment ...
Mar 26, 2021
TNRD forwards info on 'potential financial irregularities' to RCMP
KAMLOOPS - The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) says it is forwarding "information concerning potential financial irregularities" to the RCMP. In a brief statement issued Friday (Mar. 26), the...
Mar 26, 2021
CFJC Boogie the Bridge approved for limited in-person run
KAMLOOPS - CFJC Boogie the Bridge will be mostly virtual this year, but some runners will now be able to take part in an in-person event. Boogie organizer Jo Berry says the event has been given approv...
Mar 26, 2021
Westjet announces twice-weekly Kamloops-to-Edmonton direct flight
KAMLOOPS - There is positive news for Kamloops air travellers Friday (Mar. 26). Direct flights from Kamloops to Edmonton will return to Fulton Field as of June.In a news release, Westjet says a twice-...
Mar 26, 2021
Forest Enhancement Society of BC helping Merritt company recover more wood fibre from local forests
KAMLOOPS - It's been a difficult couple years for the forest industry in B.C. Shutdowns and curtailments in 2019 led to mills across the province laying off thousands of people. However, Valley Carrie...
Mar 25, 2021
Kamloops business owners take advantage of provincial program to improve digital presence
KAMLOOPS - In early January we brought you the story of the Digitial Economy: Rapid Response and Resiliency program - DER3, for short. All the spots in the program have been filled, and businesses are...
Mar 25, 2021
Kamloops RCMP release surveillance snaps in stolen satchel case
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops RCMP are releasing suspect photos after a satchel containing important items was stolen from a vehicle in downtown Kamloops.On Saturday (Mar. 20) at about 4:20 p.m., RCMP were info...
Mar 25, 2021
BC Care Providers Association says eased visitation restrictions a huge relief for many seniors
KAMLOOPS - An easing of visitation restrictions at long term care and assisted living facilities is welcome news to the CEO of the BC Care Providers Association. Terry Lake has been advocating for mor...
Mar 25, 2021
