Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
'Chemical containment' incident leads to noticeable police, firefighter presence at RIH
KAMLOOPS - A noticeable police and firefighter presence could be seen at Royal Inland Hospital around 8:00 p.m. Wednesday (May 20) night, and Interior Health says it was related to a chemical containm...
May 21, 2026 File photo of Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
Former Kamloops resident safe in Turkey after detention in Gaza aid mission
GAZA STRIP - A former Kamloops resident detained after Israeli forces intercepted a humanitarian flotilla bound for Gaza has now been released. After several days of uncertainty, Sebastian Tow contact...
May 21, 2026 (Image Credit: Instagram / @Canada_GlobalSumud)
Council candidate Rob Bertrand campaigns on crime, transparency and infrastructure
KAMLOOPS - Among those announcing their intention for the fall election is Kamloops' Notre Dame Tire's general manager. Rob Bertrand says concerns over public safety, transparency and city infrastruct...
May 21, 2026 (Image Credit: CFJC Today / Jeremy Russo)
Frustrated with city hall discord, Ronnquist announces Kamloops council campaign
KAMLOOPS - Another candidate is entering the race for Kamloops city council. Doug Ronnquist announced his campaign earlier this month, saying he wants to bring stronger collaboration, accountability a...
May 21, 2026 (Image Credit: CFJC Today / Jeremy Russo)
Kamloops United seeing improvement despite young roster, growing pains
KAMLOOPS - At the beginning of the soccer season, Kamloops United decided to change its philosophy and focus on development. The academy has started younger lineups throughout the year, and so far, it...
May 21, 2026 (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
City of Kamloops declares Barnhartvale water safe to drink
KAMLOOPS - The City of Kamloops says Barnhartvale's water is safe to drink once again after being on a 'do not consume' order for over a week. Kamloops officials said undergoing specialized and rigoro...
May 21, 2026 (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
Phase one of Tsútswecw Park repairs wraps up
KAMLOOPS - Workers have completed the first phase of infrastructure repairs on Tstswecw Park after it was heavily damaged by the Bush Creek East wildfire in 2023.The B.C. government said the main plaz...
May 21, 2026 Salmon at Tsútswecw Park (Image Credit: B.C. Parks)
Police say visitor to downtown Kamloops RCMP detachment wound up evading officers in stolen vehicle
KAMLOOPS - RCMP have arrested a man who they say arrived for a visit at the downtown Kamloops detachment last week driving a stolen vehicle.In a news release issued Thursday (May 21), police say the m...
May 21, 2026 File Photo (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
Higher-than-normal temperatures behind fast snowpack melt in BC Interior
KAMLOOPS - Snowpack levels in the North and South Thompson are depleting faster than normal this spring due to warmer-than-average weather conditions.In the May 15 Snow Conditions and Water Supply Bul...
May 21, 2026 (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
Month-long feedback session scheduled as part of Kamloops-Tk'emlúps transportation plan
KAMLOOPS - The B.C. government is seeking feedback from residents in the Kamloops area when it comes to improving transportation between the city and Tk'emlps te Secwpemc. B.C.'s Ministry of Transport...
May 21, 2026 File photo. (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
