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Kamloops Officials Urge River Safety as Summer Swimming Season Begins

1 day ago | radionl.com | Jeff Andreas |Drew Ferreira

As the summer heat drives more people to the water, Kamloops Fire Rescue and City officials are urging residents to think twice before jumping into the North or South Thompson Rivers. While these rivers may look inviting, they are anything but safe, particularly this time of year. The fast-moving currents, cold temperatures, murky water, and debris make swimming in undesignated areas a serious hazard.
East Kamloops BIA Launches, Puts Local Business Voices First

1 day ago | radionl.com | Jeff Andreas |Stacey Thompson

A new chapter is beginning for businesses in East Kamloops as the East Kamloops Business Improvement Association (EKBIA) officially launches, aiming to unify and support the commercial communities of Valleyview, Dallas, and Campbell Creek. But rather than rushing into a preset agenda, the EKBIA is starting with a simple but powerful question for its members: What do you need most?
Riverside Park outdoor skating rink on track for early 2026 opening

2 days ago | radionl.com | Jeff Andreas |Philys Og

Visible progress is finally taking shape at the site of the future outdoor skating rink in Kamloops’ Riverside Park, with city officials confirming the project has moved beyond groundwork and into a more dynamic phase of development. City of Kamloops Project Delivery Manager Adam Gordon said crews are now fully engaged in civil construction, including installation of the rink’s critical refrigeration infrastructure.
Kamloops Y Dream Home winners announced

2 days ago | radionl.com | Jeff Andreas |Stacey Thompson

Kamloops has a new homeowner — and it’s all thanks to the 2025 YMCA Dream Home Lottery. During a live-streamed draw on Wednesday morning (June 25), Shawnah Janicki of Kamloops was revealed as the lucky winner of this year’s grand prize: a stunning, modern home located at 3562 Sage Drive in Westsyde. The net-zero-ready house boasts three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and more than 2,300 square feet of energy-efficient living space.
Kamloops Mayor’s Push for Forensic Audit Fails Amid Heated Council Clash

3 days ago | radionl.com | Jeff Andreas

What was expected to be a “healthy discussion” at Tuesday’s Kamloops City Council meeting quickly unraveled into a tense and, at times, hostile exchange, ending with Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson’s motion for a third-party forensic audit failing to move forward after no councillor agreed to second it.
Fireworks Returning to Kamloops for Canada Day 2025

3 days ago | radionl.com | Jeff Andreas

After testing the waters with a drone show last year, the City of Kamloops is returning to tradition: a Canada Day fireworks display is planned for July 1 at Riverside Park — weather permitting. City Council previously weighed two options for this year’s celebration: a drone show with a price tag of $45,000, or a traditional fireworks display costing around $25,000.
Essential Upgrades Coming to Overlanders Bridge and Pathway in 2025

4 days ago | radionl.com | Jeff Andreas |Drew Ferreira

The City of Kamloops has announced that major rehabilitation work will begin this summer on the Overlanders Bridge and its adjacent eastern multi-use pathway. The upgrades are part of an essential infrastructure project aimed at improving long-term safety and functionality for all users. River Valley Construction Services Ltd. has been awarded the contract for the project, which is scheduled to run from summer through fall 2025.
Kamloops RCMP Release Name of Man Found Injured as Homicide Probe Deepens

4 days ago | radionl.com | Jeff Andreas |Stacey Thompson

Police are appealing to the public for information after a man found with serious injuries near a local highway late last summer has now died. Bradley Germann-Wilson was discovered around 7 a.m. on August 30, 2024, near the intersection of Yellowhead Highway and Paul Lake Road, according to a statement released Monday by the Kamloops RCMP Serious Crime Unit. He was taken to hospital with significant injuries but has since succumbed to them.
Tobiano-Cherry Creek Fire Protection Referendum Fails in Preliminary Vote

4 days ago | radionl.com | Jeff Andreas |Stacey Thompson

A proposal to establish a joint fire protection service between Tobiano and Cherry Creek has been rejected by voters, according to preliminary results released by the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) on Saturday. A total of 493 ballots were cast across Electoral Area “J” (Copper Desert Country), with 326 residents voting against the measure and 167 in favour.
Kamloops’ New ePermit System to Modernize Development Approvals

1 week ago | radionl.com | Jeff Andreas |Stacey Thompson

The City of Kamloops is taking a major step forward in modernizing its building and development permit process with the upcoming launch of a fully digital ePermit system. It will make it easier and more convenient for applicants to submit, track, and manage permits online. The initiative, led by the Development, Engineering, and Sustainability Department, aligns with the City’s 2023–2026 Council Strategic Plan to streamline services and improve customer experience.