Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
Kamloops music community to gather in memory of Rod Bandura
KAMLOOPS - The arts and music community in Kamloops has lost a prominent member, with the recent passing of Rod Little Sky Bandura. Bandura's music career spanned decades, and among those who worked w...
Jan 26, 2024
Okanagan Connector crash near Merritt Tuesday claimed one life: B.C. Highway Patrol
MERRITT, B.C. - RCMP are looking into a fatal collision near Merritt earlier this week.According to a news release from B.C. Highway Patrol, the crash happened on Tuesday (Jan. 23) at about 7:30 p.m. ...
Jan 26, 2024
Shuswap victims of text, phone scams: man claims he gave $50,000 to his 'girlfriend'
SALMON ARM, B.C. - People are having to be extra vigilant and careful when dealing with phone calls, texts and emails that may or may not be legitimate.RCMP in Salmon Arm are reporting three recent fr...
Jan 26, 2024
Man wanted for home invasion and stabbing outside of Williams Lake may be in Merritt area: RCMP
WILLIAMS LAKE, B.C. - A wanted man from Williams Lake who is considered dangerous may be in the Merritt area.In a news release issued Thursday (Jan. 25), Williams Lake RCMP say officers have since lea...
Jan 26, 2024
Monthly Kamloops Immigrant Services potlucks feed diversity, inclusion
KAMLOOPS - On the last Thursday of every month, Kamloops Immigrant Services (KIS) hosts a multicultural potluck. "Every month is different and most people bring different cultures of food. But I would...
Jan 25, 2024
As unregulated drug death crisis grows, users urged to take advantage of Kamloops drug checking options
KAMLOOPS - Drug toxicity reared its fatal results this week, with the BC Coroner's Service showing another record year for unregulated drug deaths. The latest report shows 80 deaths in Kamloops due to...
Jan 25, 2024
Kamloops RCMP ask for help tracking down wanted man
KAMLOOPS - RCMP in Kamloops would like your help tracking down a missing man.Bryston Andrew Krug, 20, has an outstanding warrant for failing to comply with conditions.Description:White5'5"140 lbsBrown...
Jan 25, 2024
Teck Highland Valley Copper donates $575,000 to TRU's research on ecosystem reclamation
KAMLOOPS - An environment researcher at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) received a substantial funding boost for his work into ecosystem reclamation.In a news release issued Thursday (Jan. 25) mornin...
Jan 25, 2024
Kamloops council approves increase to tree and bench memorial fees to offset rising costs
KAMLOOPS - Whether it be a park bench in Riverside Park, a picnic table near the playground or a beautiful tree in one of Kamloops' many green spaces, residents will soon be able to access the city's ...
Jan 24, 2024
Community members mourn loss of Kamloops pillar John DeCicco
KAMLOOPS - A former four-term city councillor, longtime business owner and member of the Italian community in Kamloops has passed away. John DeCicco passed away on Tuesday (Jan. 23) at the age of 79. ...
Jan 24, 2024
