Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
UPDATE: Missing man found safe
KAMLOOPS - UPDATE: Kamloops RCMP say the 21-year-old man last seen on Dec. 8 has been found and is safe. (Please note: for privacy considerations any previous information pertaining to this individual...
Aaron Schulze Dec 25, 2023
New app helps B.C. residents find Christmas light displays, supports Salvation Army
QUESNEL, B.C. - A Quesnel man has developed a new way to help B.C. residents enjoy the holiday season while supporting those in need.Walter Mills is the driving force behind the Gift of Lights smartph...
Dec 24, 2023
Tree recycling set for after Christmas in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - While gentle arguments can be held about when is the correct time to put up your Christmas tree every year, the process of taking it down and getting it can begin in earnest quickly after t...
Dec 23, 2023
Olympic Champion coming to Sun Peaks for Nancy Greene Classic
SUN PEAKS - An Olympic Champion is coming to Sun Peaks next month to guest coach in the Nancy Green Alpine Classic. Two-time Olympic Ski-Cross medalist and 2018 Champion Kelsey Serwa will be taking pa...
James Peters Dec 23, 2023
Airports are full and roads are busy — with visitors still hoping for a white Christmas
KAMLOOPS - It might not look like Christmas outside, but inside - the Kamloops Airport is buzzing with travellers coming and going for the holidays. "The flights are full and WestJet and Pacific Coast...
Dec 22, 2023
City of Merritt to hold by-election in April 2024 to fill vacant council seat
MERRITT, B.C. - Merritt's mayor and council have decided to set a tentative date for a by-election in the new year. Council is aiming to fill one seat, which was left vacant after the passing of Counc...
Michael Reeve Dec 22, 2023
Kamloops RCMP repeat call for tips on wanted break-and-enter suspect
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops RCMP would like your help tracking down a wanted man.David 'Robert' Lawson, 44, has an unendorsed warrant for break and enter.Description:White5'8"220 lbsBrown hairBlue eyes"We are...
Dec 22, 2023
And the winner of $26,000 in the Cassie's Charity Drive 50/50 is...
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops teen Cassie McNutt has announced the winner of her 50/50 drive in support of the Kamloops Hospice Society.McNutt drew Anita Geensen's name Thursday (Dec. 21). Geensen is the lucky ...
Dec 22, 2023
Mounties warn of scam circulating Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - The Kamloops RCMP is warning the public about a scam circulating locally, featuring threats and gruesome images.In just more than a week, local police have responded to at least two reports...
Dec 22, 2023
Canadian veterans to receive free admission to Parks Canada sites
KAMLOOPS - Following a suggestion made by then Shadow-Minister for Veteran Affairs MP Frank Caputo, Canadian veterans and active service members will now receive free admission to Park Canada sites. "...
Dec 22, 2023
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