Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
RCMP searching for missing senior travelling to Lytton
HOPE, B.C. - RCMP are trying to find a Vancouver Island man last seen in Hope.In a news release, RCMP say 89-year-old Leslie Desfosses of Saanich was last seen in Hope last Tuesday (May 16) at 4:30 p....
May 23, 2023
Motorists warned to expect delays as long weekend draws to a close
VICTORIA - The Victoria Day long weekend is coming to a close, which will mean lots of traffic on highways through the region. Traffic volumes are expected to grow through the day as travellers conclu...
May 22, 2023
North Thompson River and South Thompson River placed under Flood Watch
KAMLOOPS - The North Thompson and South Thompson rivers have been placed under a flood watch by the BC River Forecast Centre. In addition, the Thompson (downstream from Kamloops) and the Nicola rivers...
May 22, 2023
Ashcroft Terminal denies misleading Bonaparte First Nation about rail terminal expansion plans
The owner of a rail terminal in British Columbia's Interior says a lawsuit launched by the Bonaparte First Nation is a "collateral attack" on the company's "numerous" grants, permits, and licenses to ...
May 22, 2023
Severe thunderstorm warnings issued for 100 Mile and North Thompson regions
KAMLOOPS - A pair of severe thunderstorm warnings are in effect for the 100 Mile and North Thompson regions.Environment Canada issued the warnings shortly before 3 p.m. Sunday (May 21), saying a sever...
May 21, 2023
B.C. Lions dedicate a day to their fans during training camp
KAMLOOPS - As they continue with training camp at Hillside Stadium, the B.C. Lions devote a day to their beloved fan base. FanFest, an annual event during training camp is where several activities tak...
May 21, 2023
Significant rainfall forecast for North Thompson and Shuswap: Environment Canada
KAMLOOPS - The North Thompson and Shuswap regions can expect to see heavy rainfall on Tuesday (May 23).In a special weather statement online, Environment Canada says 20 to 40 millimetres of rain is fo...
May 21, 2023
RCMP conducting backcountry patrols
VERNON, B.C. - Police officers from the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP are monitoring backcountry and recreation sites over the May long weekend as part of an enhanced seasonal policing initiative.The pat...
May 21, 2023
Four people sent to hospital after vehicle incident on Highway 5 north of Barriere
BARRIERE, B.C. - Four patients were sent to hospital Saturday (May 20) night after a vehicle incident north of Barriere.BC Emergency Health Services (EHS) confirmed they received the call from Highway...
May 21, 2023
Environment Canada issues severe thunderstorm watch for Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the Kamloops area. "Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing stro...
May 20, 2023
