Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
CP Rail responds to small derailment in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - CP Rail says a small derailment in its downtown Kamloops yard Sunday was caused by a “yard assignment.” In an email, Media Relations Spokesperson Salem Woodrow says three cars d...
Kayla Derkach Mar 20, 2017
Kamloops pizza joint robber makes his own change
KAMLOOPS - RCMP are looking for assistance from the public after a Kamloops pizzeria was robbed at knifepoint over the weekend. Cpl. Jodi Shelkie says on Saturday afternoon at about 1:00 p.m., a man e...
Kayla Derkach Mar 20, 2017
Kamloops Search and Rescue practice new search skills
KAMLOOPS, B.C. - Kamloops Search and Rescue expanded its skill-set this weekend. Close to 20 newer members took part in a tracking exercise along Mission Flats Saturday where they learned ways to spot...
Kayla Derkach Mar 19, 2017
Monument honouring Chinese-Canadians unveiled in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - A monument recognizing Chinese-Canadians contributions to B.C was unveiled Saturday afternoon. Liberal party members, Kamloops Mayor Peter Milobar and various community members and resident...
Kayla Derkach Mar 18, 2017
Changing preference and price possible factors in cemeteries revenue decline
KAMLOOPS - It appears more people are choosing to forego a cremation or traditional burial when they die. Drake Smith, Owner and Funeral Director of Drake Cremation and Funeral Services, says he’...
Kayla Derkach Mar 18, 2017
Seedy Saturday gets Kamloops growers ready for Spring
KAMLOOPS - Like the first crocus that peeks up from the ground or the first robin of the year, Seedy Saturday is a sure sign spring is on it's way. Whether you're looking for advice on gardening, seed...
Kayla Derkach Mar 18, 2017
Kamloops taxi drivers call on province to ease weekend cab shortage
KAMLOOPS - It’s an issue almost everyone has experienced. Waiting for a cab. According to Yellow Cabs Owner Abdul Rasheed, weekend and holiday taxi demand has increased at least 15% throughout t...
Kayla Derkach Mar 18, 2017
New federal regulations mean keep drones away from air traffic
KAMLOOPS - Love them or hate them, they are here to stay. Drones are becoming an increasingly common fixture in our airspace. Whether they are used by professionals like photographers and videographer...
Kayla Derkach Mar 17, 2017
Plenty of boot-scootin' fun at 20th annual Kamloops Cowboy Festival
KAMLOOPS - You won’t find Clint Eastwood or John Wayne at the Cowboy Festival but you’ll find plenty of western spirit. From classic cowboy hats, to paintings, jewelry, sculptures and even...
Kayla Derkach Mar 17, 2017
Truck crashes into Brocklehurst convenience store, injuring clerk
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops RCMP have confirmed a clerk at the Brocklehurst 7-11 has been taken to hospital after a pickup truck crashed through the store’s front window this morning. The incident happe...
Kayla Derkach Mar 17, 2017
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