Author: chronicle
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Photo by Sean BradyCelebrating Pride
Seymour Street in downtown Kamloops was once again filled with rainbows, flags, and joy on Sunday, June 15 as Kamloops Pride celebrated the day with their annual parade, their seventh. The association’s goal is to promote a more flourishing 2SLGBTQPIA+ community and culture in Kamloops.
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July good news round-up
Still more to celebrate in Kamloops this month! Congrats to Stacey Turpin, new Executive Director at BGC (formerly Boys and Girls Club) Kamloops and Williams Lake. From BGC: “For more than two decades, Stacey Turpin has been a familiar and trusted presence behind the scenes at BGC Kamloops and Williams Lake. Now, she’s stepping into the…
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July events round-up
NIGHTLIFE July 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, and 26 @ 8:00 pm at the Office Bar and Grill: Kamloops Karaoke League! You don’t need to sign up, you just need to show up. Earn entries for draw prizes, which will take place on Aug. 23 July 10 @ 8:00 pm at the Effie…
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Jeff Viani photoBreak Time
Blake McCallum, Chief Instructor at Tiger Martial Arts, breaks bricks May 23 during black belt testing. McCallum tested to Fourth Dan Black Belt. Tiger Martial Arts teaches Korea’s original mixed martial arts system Teukgong Moosool, a multi-style system combining the best of Tae Kwon Do, Kickboxing, MMA, Hapkido, and weapons training. The Kamloops club currently…
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June 2025 Letter
Carney meets Trump Dear Editor: Watching the first part of the meeting today on CBC between Mr. Carney and Mr. Trump was the first step toward a new beginning. Following that, Mr. Carney took questions from reporters from the roof top of the Canadian Embassy where all questions were answered. From the get-go it was…
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Good news round-up
Still more to celebrate in Kamloops this month! Join us in honouring local hero Jesse Simpson and supporting his ongoing journey to live his best life. His family is throwing a birthday bash and fundraiser for Jesse at Moccasin Square Gardens on July 5! The celebration kicks off at 4 p.m., with a fantastic show…
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Tracey Mounsey photoBoogie time again
Boogie The Bridge unleashed a sea of red t-shirts on the streets of Kamloops April 27 for its annual event. Runners could choose to tackle 21K, 10K, 5K, and 1K distances as part of this community fundraiser.
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Reader Jim Knowles shared this photo of the sandhill crane he observed during his recent adventure.May 2025 Letters
Thanks to the RCMP Dear Editor: I wanted to send out a huge Easter thank you to our friends at the RCMP, Rural Div Const H. Morine and Constable M. Vishi. On Good Friday while heading over the top from Kamloops to Cache Creek for tacos, riding my off-road motorcycle, I crashed into a large,…
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Nutters Everyday Naturals is fundraising again.More to celebrate in Kamloops this month
Eight Kamloops citizens have been given Exemplary Service Awards by Kamloops City Council! Congratulations and thank you to Julie Dormer, Wayne McRann, Kathleen Larose, Ricky Marshall, Anna Harrison, Howard Grieve, Sheila Minten, and Sebastian Chalmers – Owega! Way to go Sarah Sims and team at Nutters Kamloops! Nutters Everyday Naturals is excited to announce the…
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May events round-up
NIGHTLIFE May 10 @ 6:30 pm at Kamloops Curling Club: Kamloops Country Kicker. Food trucks, mechanical bullriding, dance lessons, and Alberta-based band – the Prairie Dogs! Tickets are $30+ fees. Grab your boots, invite your friends, and get ready for a true country celebration. This is a licensed, 19+ event. May 28 @ 3:00 to…