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Stanley Cup Celebration
Kamloops unveils plans to celebrate Stanley Cup with Logan Stankoven
KAMLOOPS - Carolina Hurricanes forward and Kamloops Blazers alumnus Logan Stankoven is getting ready to celebrate his team's Stanley Cup championship win with the City of Kamloops this month.On Sunday, August 16, Stankoven will bring the Stanley Cup to Riverside Park to celebrate with his family, friends, and local fan...
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Helping hand
Pet-lodging facilities may need support while evacuees find refuge in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - The Emergency Support Services Reception Centre on McArthur Island is not set up well to accept donations, but those wishing to help out have other options. City of Kamloops emergency operations centre director Will Beatty said some evacuees are unable to find pet-friendly hotel rooms, so the city relies on...
Aug 05, 2026
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Workforce Entry
Province commits $250K to year-long early childhood education training program in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - More than a quarter-million dollars is going towards an early childhood educators training program in Kamloops. The B.C. government announced it's providing $253,653 to the Kamloops-Cariboo Regional Immigrants Society to deliver the Kamloops Early Childhood Education Workforce Entry Project. The 57-week prog...
Aug 05, 2026
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Seniors Picnic
Kamloops seniors picnic returns to Riverside Park on August 28
KAMLOOPS - Seniors in Kamloops will get a chance to gather and enjoy each other's company next month when the annual senior's picnic takes over a portion of Riverside Park.The event for adults aged 55 and older will be held between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 28. It'll feature a picnic-style hot dog lunch ...
Aug 03, 2026
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B.C.'s Highest Honour
Skeetchestn's Dr. Marianne Ignace appointed to Order of B.C.
SKEETCHESTN - A renowned Secwepemc linguist is one of 12 newly announced appointees to the Order of British Columbia, the province's highest honour.Dr. Marianne Ignace (Gulkiihlgad) of Skeetchestn has dedicated her career to helping to revitalize Indigenous languages through her research and education initiatives.Ignac...
Aug 03, 2026
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BC Wildlife Park
BC Wildlife Park celebrates 60 years over August long weekend
KAMLOOPS - The B.C. Wildlife Park is celebrating a major milestone this long weekend. On Monday, the park marks its 60-year anniversary with a day full of family-friendly activities, while also celebrating B.C. Bear Day."It's going to be a huge celebration... There's so much that goes into this park and we are so ...
Jul 31, 2026
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Emergency Animal Shelter
'It takes a whole bunch of stress off': Interior wildfire evacuee pets given temporary shelter in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - For many wildfire evacuees affected by the flames across the Interior, finding a living space has been difficult.For those with pets? Even harder. "The hardest part of the whole situation so far has been having a dog with us," Clinton resident Brad Painter, told CFJC Today after he fled the flames ...
Jul 31, 2026
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Kamloops Fire (and Deer) Rescue
WATCH: Kamloops firefighters rescue young deer from swimming pool
KAMLOOPS - When the heat gets intense in a Kamloops summer, everyone needs to cool off from time to time.That includes members of the animal kingdom.Kamloops Fire Rescue was called to help out a young fawn having trouble exiting a backyard swimming pool.The doe was able to swim to the edge of the water, allowing a fire...
Jul 29, 2026
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Intentional Vandalism
RCMP investigating destruction of 100 Mile Pride Society sign
100 MILE HOUSE, B.C. - RCMP in 100 Mile House are investigating the intentional destruction of a sign promoting a local pride group. According to the 100 Mile Pride Society, the sign was posted at the north entrance to the community."The sign was spray painted, ripped from its large wooden sign structure and cut i...
Jul 29, 2026
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Wildfire Help
United Way BC supporting wildfire evacuees with province-wide appeal for donations
KAMLOOPS - The United Way of British Columbia (UWBC) has launched a province-wide appeal for donations to help support wildfire evacuees across the province. Thousands of B.C. residents are currently under evacuation orders or alerts, and the United Way wants to help ensure there is money to help support evacuees durin...
Jul 28, 2026
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Buskers Festival
Seventh annual Kamloops Buskers Festival to take over Riverside Park this weekend
KAMLOOPS - The Kamloops International Buskers Festival gets underway Friday (July 24) evening, and organizers are promising another extraordinary lineup of internationally acclaimed street performers. The seventh edition of the three-day festival is set to take over Riverside Park until Sunday, and it'll feature street...
Jul 25, 2026
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Lost Earring Project
Lost Earring Project raises over $4,000 for Kamloops Women's Emergency Shelter
KAMLOOPS - The Kamloops Courthouse Gallery Artisan's Co-Op announced that its Lost Earring Project has raised $4,058 for the Kamloops Y Women's Emergency Shelter.The initiative had community members donating their old jewelry, which was then used by local artists to produce over 250 unique art pieces.Visitors were invi...
Jul 23, 2026
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KISSM
Kamloops Interior Summer School of Music celebrates 48 years; ready to take the stage after weeks of rehearsal
KAMLOOPS - Three weeks of rehearsals and lessons are about to conclude under the stage lights as hundreds of young musicians prepare for their final performances. Kamloops Interior Summer School of Music (KISSM) is celebrating another successful summer of learning through musical expression, running since 1978, and fin...
Jul 22, 2026
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River Safety
Kamloops man to continue river safety crusade as city removes 'unauthorized' signs
KAMLOOPS - A Kamloops man is continuing his crusade to raise awareness about water safety, even as he's been told by the city to stop posting what they say are unauthorized warning signs. Robert Griffiths is on a mission to let people know about the dangers of the Thompson River. The longtime Kamloops resident has had ...
Jul 18, 2026
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Camp Day
Kamloops' joins national Tim Hortons' 'Camp Day' fundraiser
KAMLOOPS- Buying a cup of coffee today could help send a young person to camp! Tim Hortons' annual camp day returned to Kamloops, with every hot and iced coffee sold supporting youth programs across Canada.The one-day fundraiser directs 100 per cent of hot and iced coffee proceeds to the Tim Hortons foundation, providi...
Jul 16, 2026
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Food Security
Farm2Chefs grazing event set for Sunday at Privato Wintery
KAMLOOPS - The next edition of the Farm2Chefs grazing event is set for this Sunday (July 19) at the Privato Vineyard and Winery in Westsyde. Established in 2010, Farm2Chefs aims to link local food growers and producers with culinary professionals in a bid to showcase locally produced items. This year's grazing event wi...
Jul 15, 2026
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Concert Announcement
Tom Cochrane, Amanda Marshall to play Sandman Centre this November
KAMLOOPS - Legendary Canadian rockers Tom Cochrane and Amanda Marshall will be making a stop in the Tournament Capital this November.The duo will take the stage at Sandman Centre on Tuesday, Nov. 10, the day before Remembrance Day, as part of what's being dubbed the 'White Hot, Dark Horse' tour. The show is scheduled t...
Jul 14, 2026
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Emergency Notifications
More residents signing up for Voyent Alert as City of Kamloops plans more education on app's benefits
KAMLOOPS - The City of Kamloops says it has noticed an increase in the number of people signing up for Voyent Alert in the aftermath of the water main break in May that led to large scale disruptions in east Kamloops, and there are plans for more educational campaigns around the year. It's the latest bump in new regist...
Jul 13, 2026
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100-year anniversary
Kamloops Legion to unveil veterans crosswalk as part of century celebration
KAMLOOPS - The Royal Canadian Legion began 100 years ago in Winnipeg, as a way for World War I veterans to socialize and share stories of things only fellow veterans could truly understand. In the century since, the Legion has grown across Canada, now with more than 300,000 members. While the days of sharing stories fr...
Jul 10, 2026
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Wildfire Season
Smoke may shut down Music in the Park, World Cup watch parties, Brock Pool: City of Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - The City of Kamloops says it will review scheduled outdoor events on a day-to-day basis to determine if they should still proceed amid thick smoke lingering in the air. In a news release issued Wednesday afternoon (July 8), the city says it will make decisions based on the guidance of air quality and health ...
Jul 08, 2026
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Music In the Park
Five Alarm Fun, Delhi 2 Dublin to play at 2026 Midsummer Music Jam in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - The headliners for this summer's Midsummer Music Jam have officially been revealed, and organizers are promising "an unforgettable night of music" at Riverside Park. The 2026 edition of the annual musical extravaganza, which is part of the Music in the Park concert series, will feature Five Alarm F...
Jul 08, 2026
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Jackpot!
Pleased with free plays, Merritt man discovers $1M Lotto 6/49 win
MERRITT, B.C. - A Merritt man has some extra cash to fund a home renovation after a recent $1-million Lotto 6/49 windfall. BC Lottery Corporation says David W. was first delighted by winning some free plays before he realized he won a seven-figure jackpot."When I first checked, I saw zeroes, but what really caught...
Jul 08, 2026
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Hope Hyslop
Estate of longtime Kamloops judge and lawyer donates $1.4M to TRU Faculty of Law
KAMLOOPS - A substantial legacy gift from a late, longtime Kamloops judge and lawyer will go toward supporting Thompson Rivers University's (TRU) Faculty of Law. TRU announced the $1.4 million it received from Hope Hyslop's estate will go toward assisting law students and expanding legal services for those who need it....
Jul 07, 2026
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TUTT 2026
Theatre Under the Trees returns to Prince Charles Park in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - Project X Theatre is bringing Theatre Under the Trees back to Prince Charles Park this month. The 22nd season will officially get underway next Thursday (July 9), the first of two opening nights as this year's festival will alternate between two shows - Robin Hood and The Paper Bag Princess. You can also get...
Jul 04, 2026
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Canada Day Festivities
City of Kamloops releases details about Canada Day 2026 festivities at Riverside Park
KAMLOOPS - It's full steam ahead for the City of Kamloops as it prepares to mark Canada Day with a series of events at Riverside Park. The festivities will get underway with the Lions Club pancake breakfast between 7:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The main event at the Rotary Bandshell will get underway at 11:00 a.m. with the ...
Jun 30, 2026
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2026 55+ BC Games
Last call for participant registrations at 2026 BC 55+ Games in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - Time is running out for interested participants to register for the 2026 55+ BC Games in Kamloops.Organizers say participant registration closes Tuesday June 30, with the games set to run between Sept. 8 and 12. More information on registration can be found here.Registration is a three step process as partic...
Jun 30, 2026
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Powder Shower
Miles For Smiles Cancer Foundation Colour Run crosses finish line for fifth year
KAMLOOPS - A group of children and a mascot shark led the way at the fifth annual Miles For Smiles Cancer Foundation Colour Run on Sunday (June 28) at Riverside Park. "To see it grow into what it is today, with all of our amazing community groups, businesses and vendors who have helped out, has just been so incre...
Jun 29, 2026
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Kamloops Highland Games 2026
Kamloops' Highland Game Society returns with Scottish tradition and competition taking centre stage
KAMLOOPS - The sounds of bagpipes and other Scottish traditions took over Albert McGowan Park Saturday (June 27) as the Kamloops Highland Games welcomed visitors for a full day of culture and competition. The annual festival featured Highland dancing, piping and drumming competitions, alongside heavy athletics, childre...
Jun 29, 2026
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