Author: Tara Copeland
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Services still needed despite Loop closure
It’s been almost a year since the Loop and the Kamloops Community Meal Train stopped operating. Not everyone was a fan of the programs, but they served to ensure that Kamloops’ homeless and most vulnerable had access to three meals a day. With the closure of the programs, we reached out to Glenn Hilke, former…
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Photo by Olsen imagingLittle progress made on Red Bridge replacement
It’s been almost a year since Kamloops’ historic Red Bridge burnt down. The fire — believed to be an act of arson — happened Sept. 19, 2024. For an update, the Kamloops Chronicle reached out to the RCMP, the Ministry of Transportation, The City of Kamloops and Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc. “The Ministry of Transportation and…
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Kamloops’ gun slinging trout returning in mascot form
In the past few months, rumours have been swirling of a return of Kamloops’ beloved gun slinging trout, Kami the Fish, in official mascot form. But is there truth to the talk? We reached out to the Kamloops & District Chamber of Commerce to find out. “I would say there is a lot of interest…
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Local orchestra group pays tribute to long-time oboist
“She never had a bad word to say about anyone.” “She was a glowing light.” “She inspired children.” These are just some of the direct quotes people have used to describe late, longtime local oboist, Stacey Grant. But those who knew her well would argue these quotes don’t do her justice. Stacey passed away suddenly…
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Batchelor school plan update
A few years ago, Kamloops heard the first rumblings of a potential school in Batchelor Heights. With Westmount Elementary School bursting at the seams due to enrollment numbers beyond its capacity, the Chronicle has reached out to both School District 73 and the Chair of School District 73 Parent Advisory Council (PAC), Bonnie McBride, for…
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A Cormorant helicopter.Search and Rescue in the friendly skies
Tara Copeland Lost outdoor enthusiasts, plane crashes, people in crisis — there are multiple reasons why people go missing. In Kamloops, we have several groups of volunteers working hard to save lives and give families closure. One of those groups is PEP Air Search and Rescue, the British Columbia chapter of Civil Air Search and…