Author: chronicle
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Photo by Macie Stankoven.FOR THE WIN
Logan Stankoven and the Carolina Hurricanes took home the Stanley Cup last month after defeating the Vegas Golden Knights 4–2. Stankoven is the first player from Kamloops to do so since Mark Recchi in 2011.
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July 2026 Letters
Guaranteed liveable income can resolve homelessness Dear Editor, Arjun Singh’s op-ed in your June publication raised the issue about homelessness and the view that the community will never end the problem. He is right, of course. The community did not create homelessness. In fact, back in the ‘60s we expected it would go away. But…
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Good News July 2026
Still more to celebrate in Kamloops this month! TRU ranks high on worldwide sustainability ranking. From the TRU newsroom: “Thompson Rivers University’s first appearance in the Times Higher Education (THE) Sustainability Impact Rankings has placed the university among the world’s top institutions advancing sustainable development.In its inaugural submission to the THE Sustainability Impact Rankings, TRU…
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July 2026 Events Round-Up
NIGHTLIFE July 8 @ 7:00 pm at Bright Eye Brewing, Rebellious Unicorns Events presents: Ella’s Naughty Bingo. Head out for a riotous evening of drag, daubers, and deliciously inappropriate prizes at Naughty Drag Bingo! With Ella Lamoureux at the mic, expect Debauchery, cheek, and a few questionable life choices. July 30 @ 7:00 pm at…
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June 2026 Letters
Council lunches should support multiple caterers Dear Editor: First of all, I enjoy reading the Chronicle! Always some interesting articles and comments. Re: Free meals for City Council, I’m not necessarily opposed, but I do think the catering should be spread around to help varied Kamloops restaurants and caterers. It shouldn’t just support friends of…
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Renowned muralist Archer surveys the finished RED BRIDGE RAVEN mural, painted in collaboration with Vaughn Warren for Kelson Group in downtown Kamloops, May 2026June 2026 Good News
Still more to celebrate in Kamloops this month! Thank you! – The Davis Wealth Management Team worked with Kamloops Daybreak Rotary to help raise $21,500 for our local YMCA. Funds raised through Daybreak Rotary’s Crabfest Dinner.These funds will primarily be used to help both youth and family programs in Kamloops! Huge Congratulations Brenda! – The…
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June 2026 Events Round-Up
NIGHTLIFE June 5 @ 9 pm to 2 am at the Commodore: Medusa Macs Big BDay Bash! Clear your calendar and come help Kamloops’ own dreadlocked sound selecta, Medusa Mac, celebrate her birthday. Join Lokiii (9-11), Medusa Mac (11-12), and Midas the Fuzzy Cat (12-2) for an epic night of bumpin’ tunes, fun visuals, good…
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Photo by Peter Olsen / Provided by the City of KamloopsBuilding Community
On April 22, 2026, Kamloops City Council recognized 11 residents with Exemplary Service Awards for their outstanding contributions to community life. The awards celebrate individuals whose leadership, volunteerism, and dedication have made Kamloops stronger, more connected, and more resilient. From advancing health care access and emergency response to mentoring youth, strengthening local businesses, and building…
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New original play opens at the Pavilion
Wolf Cull, an original play written and directed by playwright Cheyenne Scott, is now on at the Pavilion Theatre. The latest from Western Canada Theatre, Wolf Cull aims to immerse the audience in a haunting, dream-like world in the round. Playwright Scott was raised in the Kamloops area and took inspiration from hunting trips in…
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Further conduct complaints target mayor
The latest code of conduct investigation into Kamloops Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson has found he bullied, intimidated and levelled abusive communication at city staff, and also breached his privacy obligations while doing so. The complaint, filed by Coun. Dale Bass, concerns emails sent to city staff and council from the mayor in April and May 2025.…