Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
Rise in COVID, flu infections in Kamloops leads to call for vaccination
KAMLOOPS - It's that time of year - cold and flu medication shelves are stocked up and local pharmacies are inundated with dozens of flu and COVID vaccination appointments each day. Julie Ford is the ...
Oct 31, 2023
Kamloops RCMP put out description of heavy truck stolen from Dallas storage yard
KAMLOOPS - RCMP would like you to keep your eyes open for a stolen semi truck.In a news release, Kamloops RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Crystal Evelyn says police were told of the theft of a red Sterling tru...
Oct 31, 2023
First building permit issued for residential home in Lytton
LYTTON, B.C. - A milestone in the long-delayed rebuilding of Lytton.The village says it has issued its first building permit for a single-family rebuild.Much of the village was destroyed by wildfire o...
Oct 31, 2023
Freezing rain on its way to Kamloops area: Environment Canada
KAMLOOPS - It's too early to determine the exact timeline and seriousness but Kamloops are encouraged to prepare for freezing rain Thursday (Nov. 2) morning.Meteorologist Philippe-Alain Bergeron says ...
Oct 31, 2023
Local Lions Clubs raise more than $4,200 for Guide Dog Foundation
KAMLOOPS - The line between work and relaxation might be tough to see when it comes to Safari the Autism Assistance Dog. But when he's wearing his vest, he's on the clock, helping his ward, Kayden."In...
Oct 30, 2023
Poppy campaign helps raise money to support Kamloops veterans
KAMLOOPS - The poppy campaign is officially underway ahead of Remembrance Day on November 11. Last year, in Kamloops the campaign raised more than $100,000 dollars for local veterans and programs that...
Oct 30, 2023
No fireworks allowed this Halloween in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - On Tuesday night (Oct. 31) the streets will be filled with all kinds of ghosts, princesses and superheros. While everyone gets into the Halloween spirit, some safety tips are worth taking n...
Oct 30, 2023
Two arrested after weekend raid on Barnhartvale home
KAMLOOPS - Kamloops RCMP have released more information about a raid on a home in Barnhartvale over the weekend. Earlier Monday afternoon (Oct. 30), Kamloops RCMP Media Relations Officer Cpl. Crystal ...
Oct 30, 2023 Image: CFJC Today / File
Guilty: Ex boyfriend of Ashley Simpson admits to 2016 murder
SALMON ARM, B.C. - The family of a Salmon Arm woman who went missing seven years ago will at long last have some closure, with the woman's former boyfriend pleading guilty to her murder.Derek Lee Matt...
Oct 30, 2023
Kamloops teen spearheads effort to clear riverbanks of rusted cars
KAMLOOPS - An 18-year-old Kamloops resident is leading her community to get rusted vehicles out of the North Thompson riverbank in Westsyde. Parker Morrison's plan involves a long-term solution. "Ther...
Oct 28, 2023
