Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
Guilty plea delayed for Kamloops hit-and-run suspect
KAMLOOPS - The case of a Kamloops man charged in a hit-and-run that killed a teenage girl, will not be heard in court today. Jason Gourlay was scheduled to plead guilty today, in connection with the 2...
Kayla Derkach Mar 26, 2018
Trial of man charged in hit and run death to start today
KAMLOOPS - The Kamloops man charged in a hit-and-run that killed a teenage girl is scheduled to appear in court today. Sixteen-year-old Jennifer Gatey died in the accident. Jason Gourlay is charged wi...
Kayla Derkach Mar 26, 2018
Passenger describes 'nerve-racking' moments on airplane above Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - A few tense moments in the air over Kamloops Saturday afternoon. Annie Druskee was on a West Jet flight inbound from Calgary when something seemingly went wrong. “We were coming down ...
Kayla Derkach Mar 25, 2018
Kamloops 4x4 Club president in support of stricter off-road vehicle rules
KAMLOOPS - The president of the Kamloops 4×4 Club is lauding the BC government’s imposition of stricter penalties for off-road vehicle users who increase the wildfire risk. “I think i...
Kayla Derkach Mar 25, 2018
Stranded hiker rescued by Kamloops firefighters
KAMLOOPS - Know your limits. That’s the message Kamloops Fire Rescue has for hikers after a rope rescue in Peterson Creek Saturday evening. Platoon Captain Troy Grant says two young men were hik...
Kayla Derkach Mar 25, 2018
River swimmer draws large response by emergency services
KAMLOOPS - A man swimming in the river got plenty of attention from emergency crews early Saturday afternoon. RCMP, BC Ambulance, and Kamloops Fire Rescue were called out at around 1:30 p.m. for a man...
Kayla Derkach Mar 24, 2018
Gas prices predicted to keep climbing in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - While Kamloops is not likely to see the same kinds of high gas prices as the Lower Mainland – the city’s motorists could still be in for more sticker shock at the pumps. Dan McT...
Kayla Derkach Mar 24, 2018
Mini-storage program to be launched for homeless population in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - The City of Kamloops has partnered with the Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Society to operate a mini-storage program for Kamloops’ homeless population. It’s set to launch April ...
Kayla Derkach Mar 23, 2018
Kamloops residents rally against Kinder Morgan Pipeline expansion
KAMLOOPS - While protestors opposed to the expansion of the Kinder Morgan Pipeline in Burnaby were being arrested today, there was a less eventful protest held in Kamloops today. Close to 40 peaceful ...
Kayla Derkach Mar 23, 2018
Tk'emlups reserve fire 'human-caused'
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops Fire Rescue has confirmed Wednesday night’s fire on the Tk’emlups reserve was human-caused. Flames from the fire came as close as 40 feet to three residences along Moha...
Kayla Derkach Mar 23, 2018
Our Community
Two and Out
PETERS: Business owners shouldn't be held responsible for nuisance calls
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Art of Gardening
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Looped In
LOOPED IN WITH NIKKI OMEN: November 14, 2024
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Sound Off
SOUND OFF: What is the difference between a food policy council and frontline services?
Nov 15, 2024
Art of Gardening
Art of Gardening - Get it Done for the Fall Season
One Man's Opinion
COLLINS: John Horgan had 'the gift'
Nov 14, 2024
Sound Off
SOUND OFF: New 'iconic' Kamloops tourist attraction in development
Nov 13, 2024