Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
Knife wielding man arrested after fight with police
KAMLOOPS - A man is in custody after a fight with police. Shortly after midnight Friday night, RCMP received a report that a man was walking near the Tranquille Road area, wearing a t-shirt and waving...
Dec 17, 2016
Head on collision claims two lives
KAMLOOPS - NOTE: Since this original story was published, RCMP have provided more details into the events of this crash. Two people are dead following a head on collision west of Kamloops. The acciden...
Dec 17, 2016
Alleged drunk driver arrested after hitting parked cars
KAMLOOPS - RCMP are issuing a reminder to drink responsibly after an alleged drunk driver struck several vehicles in downtown Kamloops last night, Dec 16. Police received a report around 7:42 p.m. tha...
Dec 17, 2016
Downtown Kamloops motel to become supportive housing
KAMLOOPS - The province is helping a local social agency buy a downtown Kamloops motel to turn it into supportive housing. Kamloops-South Thompson MLA Todd Stone announced a $2.5 million investment in...
Dec 16, 2016
Coroners Service sounds warning after three cold-related deaths
KAMLOOPS - The BC Coroners Service has a rare warning to BC residents about the recent cold snap. Spokesperson Barb McLintock says three people have died in the course of the past two weeks, with thei...
Dec 16, 2016
CP Holiday Train lights up Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - Hundreds of people turned out to see the CP Holiday Train as it rolled into Kamloops late yesterday afternoon (Dec. 15). They provided plenty of donations for the Kamloops Food Bank, while ...
Dec 16, 2016
Cold conditions: ensure your car is properly cared for
KAMLOOPS - It’s a good time to be a tow truck driver. With daytime highs still struggling to get above -13 in Kamloops, Don’s Auto Towing says business is better than ever. “Anytime ...
Dec 16, 2016
Kamloops cold snap heats up travel sales
KAMLOOPS - If Kamloops cold weather has you thinking of planning a trip to Mexico or Hawaii, you’re not alone. According to Travelwise Travel & Cruise Centre agents, December demand is busie...
Dec 15, 2016
Kamloops firefighters union ratifies agreement with city
KAMLOOPS - Members of the local firefighters union have voted in favour of ratifying a new collective agreement with the city. Local 913 of the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) took th...
Dec 15, 2016
Keeping Christmas decorations festive not fiery
KAMLOOPS - Lights are being strung, halls are getting decked, and many families are picking out their Christmas trees. These things make a home feel festive for the holidays, but they can also increas...
Dec 15, 2016
