Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
Man charged after a wave of violence in Merritt; RCMP urge victims to come forward
MERRITT, B.C. - UPDATE: Zakuti was found not guilty of the charges that went ahead in this case. EARLIER: RCMP in Merritt are looking for potential victims after a man was arrested and charged with a ...
Sep 5, 2019 Image Credit: RCMP Handout
Parkcrest Elementary in flames
KAMLOOPS - Flames sparked at a Brocklehurst school Thursday afternoon.Thick, black smoke coming from Parkcrest Elementary could be seen from different areas of the city.WATCH: (Video Credit: Contribut...
Sep 5, 2019 Image Credit: CFJC Today / Kent Simmonds
Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day event comes back to Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - September 10 marks World Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day.After a year's hiatus, the local event held to mark the day will be back this year. Jolene Lindsey with C and C Resources for L...
Sep 5, 2019 Image Credit: CFJC Today
Parkinson's diagnosis changes lifestyle and goals for Kamloops couple
KAMLOOPS - After 60 years of marriage, Gordon and Rhona Armes have weathered many of life's ups and downs. Most recently, Parkinson's disease. "Rhona was diagnosed with Parkinson's about five years ag...
Sep 5, 2019 (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
Humboldt Broncos survivor to speak in Kamloops tonight
KAMLOOPS - A survivor of the deadly Humboldt Broncos bus crash in 2018 will be speaking in Kamloops tonight at the Paramount Theatre. Hosted by the Kamloops Brain Injury Association, the evening featu...
Sep 5, 2019 (Image Credit: Kamloops Brain Injury Association / Humboldt Broncos)
BC Wildlife Park mountain goat fatally struck by lightning
KAMLOOPS - The BC Wildlife Park in Kamloops is mourning the loss of one of their own, after a mountain goat was fatally struck by lightning on Tuesday (Sept. 3).In a Facebook post, the park stated tha...
Sep 5, 2019 (Image Credit: Facebook / BC Wildlife Park)
RCMP investigate death on train tracks in Valleyview
KAMLOOPS - RCMP are currently on scene in Valleyview investigating a case involving a deceased person found on the railway tracks in Valleyview. Kamloops RCMP Cpl. Jodi Shelkie says no further informa...
Sep 5, 2019 Image Credit: CFJC Today
Tuesday lightning sparked 22 new fires across the Kamloops region
KAMLOOPS - The Kamloops Fire Centre says the lightning storm that moved through the area on Tuesday is still making its presence felt.In a social media post, forestry officials say a total of 22 light...
Sep 4, 2019 File Photo (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
International Trade Minister gets in-depth view of Kamloops Innovation Centre operations
KAMLOOPS - Canada's Minister of International Trade Diversification paid a visit to Kamloops today, checking out a few local companies. Hosting the first tour for Jim Carr was the Kamloops Innovation ...
Sep 4, 2019 (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
More than 70 tickets issued in Kamloops in one day for distracted driving, not wearing seatbelts
KAMLOOPS - With distracted driving and occupant restraint month underway, Kamloops RCMP are calling out drivers who are failing to buckle up and put down the phone. In a news release, Kamloops RCMP sp...
Sep 4, 2019 File photo (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
