Tag Archives: Community
"It's become a hot potato": Notice of motion seeks solutions to social issues and crime prevention
KAMLOOPS - Several notices of motion have been filed by city councillors to address social issues in Kamloops recently, and the topic is gaining traction. The newest motion presented by Councillor Bil...
Feb 24, 2021
Ayesha Mosque aiming to relocate within Kamloops city limits, become closer with community
KAMLOOPS - Knutsford has been home for nearly 14 years, but the Kamloops Islamic Association (KIA) is looking to relocate Ayesha Mosque within city limits.Relocation discussions have been on and off f...
Feb 24, 2021
Feds need plan to vaccinate urban Indigenous, says head of Friendship Centres group
OTTAWA - The head of the National Association of Friendship Centres says Ottawa should have a cohesive COVID-19 vaccine rollout plan for Indigenous people, including in urban areas. Executive director...
Feb 24, 2021
Kamloops Food Policy Council awarded $750,000 grant for Food Hub project
KAMLOOPS - Thanks to $750,000 from the province, the Kamloops Food Policy Council will be able to purchase food processing equipment for a new food hub in the local area. The non-profit will use a net...
Feb 23, 2021
Warm feelings at The Mustard Seed as Kamloops comes up big for Coldest Night of the Year
KAMLOOPS -- Charity organizations have been hit hard by the pandemic, as the events they rely on to raise funds have been overwhelmingly affected by COVID-19 restrictions. However, many organizations ...
Feb 22, 2021
Thompson Nicola Girl Guides adapting cookie sales during pandemic
KAMLOOPS - You won't see Girl Guides outside of storefronts or knocking on doors this year, but rest assured - the famous cookies are still available. There are more than 350 guides throughout the Tho...
Feb 22, 2021
Week in Review — Week of February 15, 2021
Welcome to Week in Review. This week, the city's first homicide of the year linked to the drug trade.Remembering Ryan Shtuka - marking three years since his disappearance at Sun Peaks. And how Kamloop...
Feb 22, 2021
No changes reported for outbreaks in Kamloops over the weekend
KAMLOOPS - Interior Health says all four COVID-19 outbreaks in Kamloops facilities have remained stable since Friday. In an email today (Feb. 21) the health authority confirmed there has been no chang...
Feb 21, 2021
Week in Review — Week of February 8, 2021
Welcome to Week in Review. A record number of overdose deaths recorded last year. Intensive treatment recovery program coming to Kamloops. And Royal Inland Hospital nurses call for supports in the mid...
Feb 21, 2021
Winter storm watch issued for Hope to Merritt section of Coquihalla Highway
MERRITT - Environment Canada has issued a winter storm watch for several BC highways today, including the Coquihalla. The forecast says the Hope to Merritt stretch will see heavy rain and wet snow com...
Feb 21, 2021
