Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
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)
Henry Leland House to be renamed after namesake identified as suspect in 40-year-old homicide
KAMLOOPS - Change is afoot in downtown Kamloops as the ASK Wellness Society moves to change the name of Henry Leland House - after the building's namesake was identified as the suspect in a 40-year-ol...
May 20, 2026 The outline of the sign at the building formerly known as Henry Leland House in downtown Kamloops on May 20, 2026. (Image Credit: Kent Simmonds/CFJC Today)
Kamloops Farmers Market slowly ramping into 2026 season after 'interesting' spring weather
KAMLOOPS - The Kamloops Farmers Market has been slowly ramping up into the 2026 season, as both the Saturday and Wednesday markets have been up and running for a few weeks. Victoria Street was a hive ...
May 20, 2026 The downtown Kamloops Farmers Market on May 20, 2026. (Image Credit: Kent Simmonds/CFJC Today)
Mother of former Kamloops activist detained by Israeli forces expresses support, concern
GAZA STRIP - A former Kamloops resident is among hundreds of activists detained after Israeli forces intercepted a flotilla attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. Sebastian Tow had joined the...
May 20, 2026 Passengers on the Global Sumud Flotilla are instructed to ”put their hands in the air”, as Israeli forces intercept, and capture over 400 activists. (Image Credit: Global Sumud Flotilla)
Downtown Kamloops, Sahali 7-Eleven stores to close on May 26
KAMLOOPS - Convenience chain 7-Eleven is set to close hundreds of its locations across North America this year, and that includes two stores in Kamloops. There are signs up at the 7-Eleven store on Se...
May 20, 2026 A window sign indicating the upcoming closure of the downtown Kamloops 7-Eleven on Seymour Street at Sixth Avenue. (Image Credit: Victor Kaisar/CFJC Today)
Kamloops organizations join forces to promote river safety messaging
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops-and-area residents are being reminded about the dangers of the Thompson Rivers, and officials say this weekend's crash on Schubert Drive is a reminder of how quickly tragedy can se...
May 20, 2026 File Photo (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
Tk'emlúps to study viability of potential hotel, meeting space
TK'EMLUPS - Tk'emlps te Secwpemc is moving ahead with a plan to bring a hotel to the community.Sc.wn.wen - the First Nation's economic development arm - says it has awarded a contract for a feasibilit...
May 20, 2026 (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
