Week In Review
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Week in Review: Week of Oct. 21
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, final provincial results are still in limbo, but the local ridings were taken by Conservative candidates.An update from RCMP in the investigation into the Red Bridge fire.And the City of Kamloops is served legal documents by an opponent of the alternative approval process.
Oct 26, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of Oct. 14
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, silica dust exposure is a concern for mine workers at Highland Valley CopperLocal political candidates share party platforms on health, public safety, the environment and affordability.And, construction is reshaping the Tranquille corridor on the North Shore.
Oct 20, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of Oct. 7
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, Bill C-291, MP Frank Caputo's bill to update legal language around underage sex crimes is passed.A new project in Merritt to naturalize a flood damaged area is underway.And, School District 73 students interested in the medical field get hands-on health science education.
Oct 12, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of Sept. 30
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, emergency room shut downs -- Merritt's mayor is concerned about future closures.Public safety -- Kamloops RCMP are called to several high risk incidents in a 24-hour period.And, the provincial election race is picking up in Kamloops ridings.
Oct 05, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of Sept. 23
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, the Build Kamloops project received a green light.School District 73 released a budget reduction plan to address the more than $2 million shortfall caused by an accounting error.And Kamloops' Olympic heroes receive a warm welcome home.
Sep 28, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of Sept. 16
KAMLOOPS -- Welcome to Week in Review.This week, Kamloops history burned when the 88-year-old Red Bridge was lost to fire.Also, will forcing people into care have the desired outcome?And, an accounting error has the school district in search of $2.2 million.
Sep 21, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of Sept. 9
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, progress is being made on renovations at Royal Inland Hospital to its emergency department space.The Kamloops Seniors' Community Centre opens as the first of the Build Kamloops projects.And the Merritt Centennials have a new look team and league for this season.
Sep 15, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of Sept. 2
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, Health Minister Adrian Dix arrives in Kamloops for the opening of a new care home and a hospital renovation tour. A new school to replace the burned down building is ready for students. And, it's another golden Paralympic throw for Greg Stewart of Kamloops.
Sep 08, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of Aug. 19
KAMLOOPS -- Welcome to Week in Review.This week, summer visitors -- Sun Peaks is playing host to tourists detoured by wildfire.Pollution impacts -- a new study points to a connection between bad air quality and dementia.And, WolfPack men's soccer is jumping into high level play before the official start of the season.
Aug 25, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of Aug. 12
KAMLOOPS -- Welcome to Week in Review.This week, ranching recovery -- ranchers in the Kamloops area are working to repair damage from drought and fire.No shelter -- the City of Merritt is looking for a replacement for its homeless shelter before winter arrives.And, Ethan Katzberg reflects on his Olympic gold medal thro...
Aug 18, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of Aug. 5
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, fire extinguished -- fast work from the Barnhartvale neighbourhood helps to keep fire damage to a minimum.Visitors wanted -- North Thompson tourism has been hit hard after the Jasper wildfire.And, downtown Kamloops has a busy weekend in store, with Ribfest and Hot Nite in the City.
Aug 10, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of July 22
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, good news on the fire front -- evacuation alerts lifted on the Shetland Creek wildfire.Thunder and lightning -- 150 lightning strikes ignite fires in the city.And, Foundry Kamloops has a location after a two-year hunt.
Jul 28, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of July 15
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, a pair of wildfires burning north of Spences Bridge have merged, forcing more than 70 homes to evacuate.Not going anywhere -- Kamloops Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson announces he will not be resigning his post.And the Kamloops Interior Summer School of Music has returned for another year.
Jul 20, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of July 8
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, cooling options open in Kamloops during the first heat wave of the summer. Emergency room closures in Merritt, Williams Lake and Lillooet prompt a call for a review. And, the province brings in a B.C.-wide fire ban ahead of the weekend.
Jul 14, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of July 1
KAMLOOPS -- Welcome to Week in Review.This week, the first heat wave of the summer hits Kamloops.In the Interior, a flash flooding wreaks havoc in Savona.And, Theatre Under the Trees returns to Prince Charles Park.
Jul 06, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of June 17
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, Health Minister Adrian Dix provides an update on the Kamloops Cancer Centre.The hospital in Clearwater is dealing with more service interruptions due to staffing shortages.And, summer tourism is looking good for Kamloops, but wildfire potential is still a concern.
Jun 22, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of June 10
Welcome to Week in Review.The mayor has been hit with a pay reduction after violating the city's code of conduct.Forestry concerns -- representatives from the Kruger mill in Kamloops are worried for the state of the industry.And, the BC Wildfire Service talks of weather conditions and what they might mean for the Kamlo...
Jun 15, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of June 3
Welcome to Week in Review.The City of Merritt sounds the alarm after federal funding was denied to improve its diking.Ground was broken on the first new school in Kamloops in 20 years.And the Thompson Nicola Regional District has updated its Emergency Operations Centre ahead of wildfire season.
Jun 09, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of May 27
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, communication changeup - Kamloops council opts to remove the mayor as the city's official spokesperson.Eye doctor replacement- a longtime physician wants to make sure his patients have coverage after he retires.And Kamloops is chosen to host the 2028 BC Winter Games.
Jun 02, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of May 20
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, traffic crunch - downtown businesses are hoping for a quick end to construction on Lansdowne.Eye care - blind and visually impaired people are advocating for exam coverage.And Logan Stankoven is in the midst of Stanley Cup Western Conference action with the Dallas Stars.
May 27, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of May 13
KAMLOOPS -- Welcome to Week in Review.This week, city hall stalemate -- mayor and council disagreements continue. Service concerns -- the city's homeless population is worried about a drop in meal programs.And, we catch up with the B.C. Lions' Christian Covington at training camp.
May 18, 2024
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Week in review: Week of May 6
KAMLOOPS -- Welcome to Week in Review.This week, gang violence -- conflict between local drug traffickers has ramped up and police are warning the public.Mayor, council and a municipal advisor dive into what can be done to resolve disputes, as council votes to ask the mayor to step down.And, the B.C. Lions are back in ...
May 11, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of April 22
KAMLOOPS -- Welcome to Week in Review.This week, returning home -- Skwlax has made significant progress in rebuilding homes lost to fire last year. Noble Creek water -- irrigation planning will now fall into the hands of residents, not the city. And, Kamloops has more treatment options for young people looking to recov...
Apr 27, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of April 15
KAMLOOPS -- Welcome to Week in Review. This week, The Loop is evicted -- the North Shore day space has been given 20 days to vacate. May She Soar -- a beautiful tribute to fallen Snowboard Captain Jennifer Casey goes up in Kamloops. And, a six-figure donation to hospice means new beds for patients.
Apr 20, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of April 8
KAMLOOPS -- Welcome to Week in Review. This week, civic dysfunction -- more division arises between Kamloops mayor, council and city staff. Raising Lytton -- the town that burned to the ground is finally rebuilding. And, April snowpack numbers paint a picture of flood and drought potential.
Apr 13, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of April 1
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, code of conduct -- a report into allegations of workplace harassment and bullying at Kamloops city hall was given to media this week.Wildfire training -- a new provincial education centre has been announced at Thompson Rivers University.And, a Kamloops parent is warning other famili...
Apr 06, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of March 25
Welcome to Week in Review. This week, city hall suspension - how city councillors responded to a decision by the mayor to suspend the acting CAO Byron McCorkell.New agreement -- tk'emlups and the Catholic Church take another step toward reconciling. And, Kamloops is preparing for another dry summer, with drought plans ...
Mar 30, 2024
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Week in Review: Week of March 18
Welcome to Week in Review.This week, budget shortfall - Interior Health left searching for $16 million following hospital district decision. Tin Cup rally - Kamloops seniors facing a cost of living crisis.And, the local film industry is starting the year on a high note with big name productions coming to the region.
Mar 23, 2024
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