Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
Stolen Honda Civic has evaded officers twice this week: Kamloops RCMP
KAMLOOPS - RCMP would like your help tracking down an elusive Honda Civic that officers believe is stolen.In a news release, Kamloops RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Crystal Evelyn says the vehicle in question...
Sep 28, 2023
Gun report draws RCMP to Westsyde; schools briefly placed on hold-and-secure
KAMLOOPS - RCMP are investigating a weapons report in Westsyde.In a news release, Kamloops RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Crystal Evelyn says officers received a report at about 11:11 a.m. concerning a man wa...
Sep 28, 2023
CSRD recommends February date for Shuswap Watershed Council referendum
SALMON ARM, B.C. - The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) is eyeing February 2024 for a rescheduled referendum on the future of the Shuswap Watershed Council (SWC).The Council is "a non-profit ...
Sep 28, 2023
Threat of snow Thursday night along Okanagan Connector
KAMLOOPS - Another sign of the pending return of the winter season has been issued with a Special Weather Statement from Environment Canada. The national weather agency says motorists travelling the O...
Sep 28, 2023
24-hour closure announced for the Emergency department at Merritt's Nicola Valley Hospital
MERRITT - Interior Health says the Emergency Department at the Nicola Valley Hospital in Merritt will be closed for 24 hours beginning at 8 a.m. Thursday (Sept. 29).The closure was originally expected...
Sep 28, 2023
After nearly a century in Kamloops, St. George's Anglican Church closes its doors
KAMLOOPS - After 96 years, St. George Anglican Church will be closing on Saturday (Sept. 30), with its last worship service to be held Wednesday night. Rev. John Boyd has been with the church since 20...
Sep 27, 2023
Early morning silliness raises funds for Literacy in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - Literacy in Kamloops hosted its 16th Annual Raise a Reader campaign Wednesday (Sept. 27). Members of the TRU Wolfpack, the Kamloops Storm and Kamloops Ambassadors were stationed at 15 drive...
Sep 27, 2023
TRU community comes together for 12th Annual Pride Parade
KAMLOOPS - On Wednesday (Sept. 27), the Thompson Rivers University Students Union celebrated its 12th Annual Pride Parade. Hundreds of students and faculty members gathered outside the Old Main buildi...
Sep 27, 2023
RCMP investigators encounter 'mass amnesia' after finding stolen firefighting gear in North Shuswap
CELISTA, B.C. - RCMP say North Shuswap residents connected with stolen firefighting equipment appear to be suffering from "mass amnesia."Chase RCMP were looking into tips regarding the stolen gear on ...
Sep 27, 2023
Chase RCMP nab accused killer for breach while patrolling evacuation area
KAMLOOPS - RCMP in Chase say they caught up with an accused killer while patrolling Adams Lake during last month's wildfire evacuation. In a news release, Chase RCMP say members were conducting boat p...
Sep 27, 2023
