Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Nicola and Shuswap regions
MERRITT, B.C. - The risk of a severe thunderstorm lingers for one more day in regions surrounding Kamloops. Environment Canada issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the Nicola and Shuswap regions Tue...
Aaron Schulze Jul 02, 2024
BC Prosecution Service doesn't approve for Kamloops officers who used "non-fatal use of force"
KAMLOOPS - The BC Prosecution Service (BCPS) announced it will not approve charges against three Kamloops RCMP officers following a "non-fatal use of force" in Brocklehurst four years ago, despite rec...
Aaron Schulze Jul 02, 2024
At least 20 Savona properties impacted by flash flood; TNRD activates emergency operations centre
KAMLOOPS - At least 20 properties in Savona have been impacted following the flash flooding that hit the community Sunday (June 30) night. In response, the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) act...
Aaron Schulze Jul 01, 2024
Heavy rain on tap for North Thompson and Shuswap regions on Canada Day
CLEARWATER, B.C. - A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for the North Thompson and Shuswap regions Monday (July 1). Environment Canada states conditions are favourable for the development of sever...
Jul 01, 2024
UPDATE: Missing woman found safe
UPDATE (Monday): Tk'emlups Rural RCMP say the 18-year-old woman reported missing on Monday, July 1, 2024 has been found and is safe. Editor's note: For privacy considerations, any previous information...
Aaron Schulze Jul 01, 2024
UPDATE: Highway 1 through Savona reopens but 'speed reduction' in place following flash flood
UPDATE (9:45 p.m.): DriveBC reports Highway 1 through Savona has reopened. However, "speed reduction" is in place for crews on scene. DriveBC doesn't specify what the posted speed limit is. Another up...
Aaron Schulze Jun 30, 2024
Grewal to be acclaimed as BC NDP candidate in Kamloops Centre
KAMLOOPS - The BC New Democratic Party (NDP) has its nominee for the newly formed Kamloops Centre riding. Kamal Grewal, a former international student advisor at TRU World, will be acclaimed as the Ka...
Aaron Schulze Jun 30, 2024
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Nicola and South Thompson regions
KAMLOOPS - Canada Day weekend fireworks in the Kamloops area may be in the sky after all in the form of lightning. Environment Canada issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the Nicola and South Thomps...
Aaron Schulze Jun 30, 2024
All flights between Kamloops and Calgary cancelled Sunday as WestJet mechanics strike continues
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops Airport (YKA) is feeling the effects of the labour dispute between WestJet and the union representing nearly 680 of the airline's aircraft mechanics and tech ops. According to YKA'...
Aaron Schulze Jun 30, 2024
Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital ER in Clearwater closed overnight Saturday
CLEARWATER, B.C. - Clearwater residents are being advised that the Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital's emergency department will be closed overnight Saturday (June 29). "Emergency services will be unavai...
Jun 29, 2024
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