Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
City says all paving on West Victoria St. should be finished by fall
KAMLOOPS - The City of Kamloops says the construction project on West Victoria Street is on time with some sections ahead of schedule and some behind where they're supposed to be.The city's capital pr...
Jul 22, 2019 The City of Kamloops says the $13-million project is on time (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
BC Wildfire Service issues reminder to protect properties despite slower wildfire season
KAMLOOPS - Thanks to the cooler, rainier weather in July, the Kamloops Fire Centre has experienced much fewer fires than this time last year. Fire Information Officer Taylor MacDonald says the BC Wild...
Jul 22, 2019 Image Credit: File Photo / CFJC Today
Interior Health optimistic worst of RIH nurse shortage is over
KAMLOOPS - Royal Inland Hospital has been dealing with significant vacancies in its Intensive Care Unit and Emergency Department, due in part to retirements and the specialized training required for t...
Jul 22, 2019 Image Credit: CFJC Today / Adam Donnelly
Wildfire near Savona now under control
KAMLOOPS - A wildfire which popped up near Savona on Sunday grew to two hectares, but is now under control.BC Wildfire information officer Taylor MacDonald says the fire is not expected to grow past i...
Jul 22, 2019 Image Credit: BC Government
Two men missing from Surrey; vehicle found near Logan Lake
LOGAN LAKE, B.C. - Police are asking for the public's help in locating two men missing from Surrey. Surrey RCMP say in a news release that Richard Scurr and Ryan Provencher were last seen at 12:30 p.m...
Jul 22, 2019
Weather in July continues to provide a mix of scenarios
KAMLOOPS - The latest forecast from Environment Canada is showing more of that higher temperature, summertime weather for Kamloops and the surrounding areas. Meteorologist Chris Emond says the start o...
Jul 22, 2019 Image Credit: CFJC Today
New wildfire pops up near Savona
KAMLOOPS - The B.C. Wildfire Service has sprung into action after a wildfire report west of Savona.According to a social media post by the service, the fire measures about one hectare, and is burning ...
Jul 21, 2019 Image Credit: BC Wildfire Service
Public warned of E. coli contamination near 3 Shuswap Lake campgrounds
SALMON ARM - Swimmers, campers, and those headed out on the water are being warned of possible bacteria contamination in parts of Shuswap Lake today. The Adams Lake Indian Band issued a beach advisory...
Jul 21, 2019 Water advisory issued
Celebrating 'The Shore' with Overlander's Day festivities
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops celebrates the Shore today (July 21) with the annual Overlander's Day festival. Hosted by the North Shore Business Improvement Association, activities include a Fun Factor carousel...
Jul 21, 2019 (Overlander's Day)
BIG Little Science Centre celebrates 50th anniversary of moon landing
KAMLOOPS - The BIG Little Science Centre has a full day of activities planned to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first steps taken on the moon. Starting at 10 a.m today (July 20), the Kamloops c...
Jul 20, 2019 (Rocket model)
