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Christmas Cheer Fund wants to help Legion expand its reach - Kamloops News Original
The Royal Canadian Legion is one of four non-profits being helped this year by the Christmas Cheer Fund. Like many non-profit organizations, the Kamloops branch is struggling to bring people back into their premises since re-opening after pandemic-related closures. Although membership numbers remain steady, there have been fewer visitors to the Legion, downtown at 425 Lansdowne St. As a result, the organization struggles to pay its staff and meet expenses.
Overlander Extended Care auxiliary slated to benefit from this year's Christmas Cheer Fund - Kamloops News Original
The Auxiliary to Overlander Extended Care Hospital is one of the Christmas Cheer Fund recipients. The purpose of the Auxiliary is to support Overlander Extended Care by providing supplementary patient services, equipment and financial support as requested by the manager and which has not been provided for by Interior Health. The Auxiliary also seeks to give Overlander residents a better quality of life. Overlander is a 183-bed extended care residence on Southill Street in Brocklehurst.
Kamloops man named BC Trucking Association Driver of The Year
By Dave Eagles, Kamloops This Week Scamp Transport truck driver Cam Dutz of Kamloops has won the BC Trucking Association Driver of The Year Award. Dutz has been hauling fuel for more than 50 years, which works out to more than 100,000 hours behind the wheel of a truck. For 15 of those years, Dutz has driven for Scamp Transport in Kamloops and has logged 38,000 hours during that time — that’s 2.4-million kilometres of hauling more than one-quarter-of-a-billion litres of fuel.
Lifetime achievement award for David Marr of Kamloops
As a founder of the Kamloops Brain Injury Association and the Brain Injury Alliance of B.C., David Marr was instrumental in establishing the alliance and in securing funding through the provincial government Retired lawyer and longtime brain injury advocate David Marr was honoured recently with a lifetime achievement award for his passion and service. Marr’s advocacy work for the local association was instrumental in bringing awareness of brain injury to the Kamloops region.
Like hundreds of others, truck driver from Abbotsford can only wait in Kamloops
Gurinder Singh is among many haulers staying in their rigs with their loads and waiting for word on when a route to the Lower Mainland will open Truck driver Gurinder Singh is stuck in Kamloops this week, unable to navigate safe passage to his destination — his hometown of Abbotsford.
Kamloops This Week's 2021 KTW Christmas Cheer Fund begins
The fund helps four Kamloops non-profits. Donations can be made directly online at www.kamloopsthisweek.com/community/cheer. Donations can also be brought to the newspaper’s office at 1365B Dalhousie Dr., which is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The KTW Christmas Cheer Fund helps to provide valuable financial support to a number of local non-profit organizations every year during the holiday season.
Kamloops-created caddy carries your canine's, er, crap
The caddy is made of a collapsible silicone container with an airtight plastic lid. It expands to hold poop bags and can be clipped to a leash When Nicole Duff finally got her husband to agree to adopt a local rescue dog, the Kamloops couple made a deal — when walking the dog, Nicole would be the one to pick up the poop and carry the bag after their pooch did his business.
Hall of fame dog is a Bane of bears
Thanks to his heroic work in defending her from a bruin in 2019, Ashley Gribble's dog, Bane, has been inducted into the Purina Animal Hall of Fame As a child, Ashley Gribble never was able to have a dog as a pet. It wasn’t until she moved out of the house at the age of 18 that Gribble adopted her first dog. Today, Gribble is a professional dog walker, operating her business, Urban Tailz Adventures, since 2008, caring for up to 10 dogs each day.
Marathon marriage for this Kamloops couple
“We’re gonna find you a farmer to marry.” They are words that, to this day, resonate with Megan Perry. article continues below Trending Stories Born in Royal Inland Hospital in 1927, Megan was raised in the community of Darfield, a 20-minute drive up the Yellowhead Highway, just north of the city. There, she experienced rural life and the chores that come with it, including learning to bale hay and ride horses.
Push continues to ban non-local truck traffic on Highway 5A between Kamloops and Merritt
The efforts of some landowners seeking a ban of non-local commercial trucks on Highway 5A between Merritt and Kamloops have been aided by the release of a new transportation study. Whether that study makes a difference remains to be seen, as the Ministry of Transportation has previously said truck traffic will remain in the highway, despite a call from some property owners and the Thompson-Nicola Regional District to ban the vehicles.
Loud explosions heard as tractor trailer bursts into flames on Trans-Canada Hwy 1
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Where there’s a Willis, there’s a way to douse a fire
Valleyview business owner Murray Willis arrived at his Clearview Glass shop early in the morning this week to get a head start on his day’s work. Within minutes of arriving on Monday, July 19, Willis experienced an adrenaline rush that was fuelled by something other than his morning cup of coffee.
In Kamloops, events are getting smoked out
Click here to see the PurpleAir air quality map of Kamloops Due to the decline in air quality, heat warnings and the impact of wildfires, many Kamloops’ businesses and summer entertainment events have been postponed for the foreseeable future — some cancelled entirely.
Cooking up the recipe for success in Kamloops
When Amna Ahmed immigrated to Canada from Pakistan, she brought with her a most prized possession — her diary of family recipes. Its pages held the secrets to her family’s coveted recipes, passed from generation to generation. article continues below Trending Stories That recipe diary has enabled Ahmed to write a new chapter in her life as she, along with her mother, brother and cousin, opened Spezia House restaurant last October, blending their passion and love of authentic Pakistani cooking.
Creating art from the ashes in Kamloops
CLICK ON THE ARROWS AT THE SIDES OF THE PHOTO TO SEE MORE IMAGES As local artist Sandra Pasmen listened to her friends tell their stories from the night of the recent fire that threatened Juniper Ridge and Valleyview. She said it was their eyes that spoke more than words ever could.
Hungry readers eat up Salmon on Toast
Salmon on Toast By D.J. Vandor, illustrated by Bonnie Lemaire article continues below Trending Stories I read of a hungry young mollusk, Many tins of salmon he’d demolish. Spread thick on some toast, He would eat more than most. They say slugs don’t belch, I say, bollocks. Meet Pug the adorable slug. His love for canned salmon served on toast is what drives Pug’s misadventures.
Imprinting a message for all to see and ponder
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For this young reader, spiders and snakes have what it takes
Literacy in Kamloops moved its One to One tutoring to a virtual platform this year with the support of the provincial organization and had 18 tutors reading with 18 students, twice a week. The goal of the program is to build confidence and have fun while practising reading.
Even the pandemic can’t stop Battle of the Books
Twenty schools participated in this year’s Battle of the Books, the venerable Kamloops-Thompson school district competition among elementary campuses. After a second sudden death match, Summit elementary claimed victory over an evenly matched McGowan Park team in the Grades 6/7 division. article continues below Trending Stories The Summit duo of Devin Cartwright and Erin Wall received the trophy to display in their school, after earning bragging rights.
Franco reflects on 50 years
Longtime Kamloops businessman, Franco Annicchiarico said he enjoys giving back to a community that’s been good to him for more than 50 years. Recently, Annicchiarico and his staff hosted a charity take-home meal event to give back to frontline workers during the pandemic, offering 1,000 meals through Colombo Lodge. The meal-for-two was served to Kamloops’ first-responders, doctors, nurses, paramedics and firefighters.
Gardengate’s expansion is complete
The building expansion project of Open Door Group’s Gardengate Horticulture Program in Brocklehurst is now complete. In a virtual grand opening via Zoom, stakeholders marked the event on April 22. article continues below Trending Stories Having broken ground in September of 2020, the project’s completion proved a bountiful harvest for the many hands, which dug deep to raise funds, provide labour and offer services to see the 2,200 square-foot learning centre on Southill Street completed.
Celebrate B.C. Wine Month through April
B.C. Wine Month is well underway and, in Kamloops, that means great opportunities to celebrate and acknowledge not only B.C. wines, but also local wineries. Now in its fourth year, B.C. Wine Month recognizes the efforts of hard-working, local grape growers. April is a month-long celebration and acknowledgement of the individuals who contribute to B.C’s wine industry, from grape growers and winemakers to retailers and those in the tourism industry.
Mo makes mugs marvellous
Nine-year-old artist Morrigan Sullivan is building her own business in the present to build savings for the future. “At school, we had a lesson on business stuff and so I got the idea from there,” Morrigan said. “Also, this past Christmas, my older sister made everyone in the family a hand-painted mug.” article continues below Trending Stories That gift, Morrigan noted, gave her the idea of a beginning a business of her own, creating and selling her own mugs and coasters.
With video: At South Kamloops secondary, they're playing through the pandemic
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Korean War veteran all smiles thanks to care package
Jim Barlow’s face is radiant. The man is a smiler, and so is his wife, Marla. The North Kamloops couple has a lot to be happy about, having been among the first in the city to receive their COVID-19 vaccines. article continues below Trending Stories For the past year, like so many others, their gracious grins have remained hidden beneath the cover of a coronavirus pandemic. No hugs or kisses for their 13 great-grandchildren. No taste of sunshine on their faces from visits to destination hot-spots.
Playing chicken during the pandemic
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Kamloops' Brownstone has its own Big Food Bucket List
Modern-day apps have increasingly become the tools consumers are using to find where to eat and what’s on the menu. Apps such as Tripadvisor, Yelp, Zomato and social media platform, Facebook, offer a business one more way to “get the word out” — to gain street credibility. article continues below Trending Stories So too, are popular TV shows like Big Food Bucket List on Food Network Canada.
Chess is hot again, in Kamloops and beyond, thanks to The Queen's Gambit
Twenty-something Donovan McBurnie has played chess since he was a kid. Admittedly not a big chess player, he was defeated in a recent game in a mere four moves. article continues below Trending Stories McBurnie works at All Aboard Games on Lansdowne Street in downtown Kamloops and has seen a growing resurgence in all board games, most notably chess.
THE STORY AND PHOTO THAT SPURRED THE DONALD TO DONATE
An afternoon lull in activity in the city's downtown core provides Paul Lyons a quiet respite from his day-to-day routine of life on the street. Leaning against the closed storefront of the community policing station, Lyons sets aside his crutches. article continues below Trending Stories Hopping on one leg, he assembles his belongings on the pavement and picks up the worn paperback. Then, page by page, Lyons begins to walk in another man's shoes.
The overdose crisis: Calls for decriminalization and more
By Dave Eagles/KTWKamloops This Week Wed., Oct. 7, 2020timer3 min. read The overdose crisis in B.C. is rapidly spiralling out of control, with many wondering what can be done to reduce the number of deaths. Another 147 people died from overdoses in August, bringing the total number for the first eight months of 2020 to 1,068, which is more than the number of people —983 — who died in B.C. in all of 2019.
Starfish program in Kamloops adapts to pandemic
By Dave Eagles/KTWKamloops This Week Wed., Sept. 30, 2020timer2 min. read The Starfish Pack Program will be breaking with tradition in 2020, distributing food in new reusable bags each week rather than in backpacks It is one of a handful of changes being made to the program due to the COVID-19 pandemic. What is not changing, though, is the program’s commitment to helping feed local children who are struggling with food security.
Hair today, on a wig tomorrow to help kids with illnesses
When Westmount elementary student Ephraim Howell begins school this September — be it in person or via videoconference — he may well be mistaken for being the new kid by his Grade 6 classmates.
Flying away from the cocoon
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Remembering Ted Grant, the the father of Canadian photojournalism
He never took a photo — he always showed a picture. Canadian photographer Ted Grant is being remembered for his ability to capture life regardless of subject or location in as straightforward and truthful a manner as possible. article continues below Trending Stories Grant died in Victoria on Sunday, April 19, at the age of 90. He recently had surgery following a fall in February.
The drive to feed truckers during pandemic has begun
A move to ensure truck drivers are fed began on the weekend. The initiative, spearheaded by the owner of a Kamloops transportation company, aims to provide long-haul truckers with food and restrooms at a time when fast food restaurants have closed their doors. article continues below Trending Stories Greg Munden, owner of Munden Ventures, said the project came together quickly. “We’ve got a real problem, especially with long-haul drivers,” Munden told KTW.
Van crashes into Kamloops home
Photograph By DAVE EAGLES/KTW FILE Van crashes into Kamloops home Police say the driver went into medical distress before the crash The driver of a minivan that struck a North Shore house, about 12 p.m. Monday, was in medical distress when the crash took place, according to police. Emergency crews were called to a house near the corner of 12th Street and Lethbridge Avenue at about noon for a report of a vehicle colliding with a house. Kamloops RCMP Cpl.
Van crashes into Kamloops home
Photograph By DAVE EAGLES/KTW FILE Van crashes into Kamloops home Police say the driver went into medical distress before the crash The driver of a minivan that struck a North Shore house, about 12 p.m. Monday, was in medical distress when the crash took place, according to police. Emergency crews were called to a house near the corner of 12th Street and Lethbridge Avenue at about noon for a report of a vehicle colliding with a house. Kamloops RCMP Cpl.
Van crashes into Kamloops home
Photograph By DAVE EAGLES/KTW FILE Van crashes into Kamloops home Police say the driver went into medical distress before the crash The driver of a minivan that struck a North Shore house, about 12 p.m. Monday, was in medical distress when the crash took place, according to police. Emergency crews were called to a house near the corner of 12th Street and Lethbridge Avenue at about noon for a report of a vehicle colliding with a house. Kamloops RCMP Cpl.
Van crashes into Kamloops home
Photograph By DAVE EAGLES/KTW FILE Van crashes into Kamloops home Police say the driver went into medical distress before the crash The driver of a minivan that struck a North Shore house, about 12 p.m. Monday, was in medical distress when the crash took place, according to police. Emergency crews were called to a house near the corner of 12th Street and Lethbridge Avenue at about noon for a report of a vehicle colliding with a house. Kamloops RCMP Cpl.
Van crashes into Kamloops home
Photograph By DAVE EAGLES/KTW FILE Van crashes into Kamloops home Police say the driver went into medical distress before the crash The driver of a minivan that struck a North Shore house, about 12 p.m. Monday, was in medical distress when the crash took place, according to police. Emergency crews were called to a house near the corner of 12th Street and Lethbridge Avenue at about noon for a report of a vehicle colliding with a house. Kamloops RCMP Cpl.
Van crashes into Kamloops home
Photograph By DAVE EAGLES/KTW FILE Van crashes into Kamloops home Police say the driver went into medical distress before the crash The driver of a minivan that struck a North Shore house, about 12 p.m. Monday, was in medical distress when the crash took place, according to police. Emergency crews were called to a house near the corner of 12th Street and Lethbridge Avenue at about noon for a report of a vehicle colliding with a house. Kamloops RCMP Cpl.
Van crashes into Kamloops home
Photograph By DAVE EAGLES/KTW FILE Van crashes into Kamloops home Police say the driver went into medical distress before the crash The driver of a minivan that struck a North Shore house, about 12 p.m. Monday, was in medical distress when the crash took place, according to police. Emergency crews were called to a house near the corner of 12th Street and Lethbridge Avenue at about noon for a report of a vehicle colliding with a house. Kamloops RCMP Cpl.
Van crashes into Kamloops home
Photograph By DAVE EAGLES/KTW FILE Van crashes into Kamloops home Police say the driver went into medical distress before the crash The driver of a minivan that struck a North Shore house, about 12 p.m. Monday, was in medical distress when the crash took place, according to police. Emergency crews were called to a house near the corner of 12th Street and Lethbridge Avenue at about noon for a report of a vehicle colliding with a house. Kamloops RCMP Cpl.
Kamloops man falls into large hole
Photograph By DAVE EAGLES/KTW Kamloops man falls into large hole Emergency crews were called to rescue a man from a large hole -Kamloops this Week Kamloops firefighters responded to a report of an injured man in a large hole at a Whiteshield Place cul-de-sac in Sahali. A nearby resident said a local company was performing repairs to an underground line when the incident occurred on Wednesday morning. The man appeared to have injured his ankle and was tended to by emergency personnel.
Kamloops man falls into large hole
Photograph By DAVE EAGLES/KTW Kamloops man falls into large hole Emergency crews were called to rescue a man from a large hole -Kamloops this Week Kamloops firefighters responded to a report of an injured man in a large hole at a Whiteshield Place cul-de-sac in Sahali. A nearby resident said a local company was performing repairs to an underground line when the incident occurred on Wednesday morning. The man appeared to have injured his ankle and was tended to by emergency personnel.
Kamloops man falls into large hole
Photograph By DAVE EAGLES/KTW Kamloops man falls into large hole Emergency crews were called to rescue a man from a large hole -Kamloops this Week Kamloops firefighters responded to a report of an injured man in a large hole at a Whiteshield Place cul-de-sac in Sahali. A nearby resident said a local company was performing repairs to an underground line when the incident occurred on Wednesday morning. The man appeared to have injured his ankle and was tended to by emergency personnel.
Kamloops man falls into large hole
Photograph By DAVE EAGLES/KTW Kamloops man falls into large hole Emergency crews were called to rescue a man from a large hole -Kamloops this Week Kamloops firefighters responded to a report of an injured man in a large hole at a Whiteshield Place cul-de-sac in Sahali. A nearby resident said a local company was performing repairs to an underground line when the incident occurred on Wednesday morning. The man appeared to have injured his ankle and was tended to by emergency personnel.
Kamloops man falls into large hole
Photograph By DAVE EAGLES/KTW Kamloops man falls into large hole Emergency crews were called to rescue a man from a large hole -Kamloops this Week Kamloops firefighters responded to a report of an injured man in a large hole at a Whiteshield Place cul-de-sac in Sahali. A nearby resident said a local company was performing repairs to an underground line when the incident occurred on Wednesday morning. The man appeared to have injured his ankle and was tended to by emergency personnel.
Kamloops man falls into large hole
Photograph By DAVE EAGLES/KTW Kamloops man falls into large hole Emergency crews were called to rescue a man from a large hole -Kamloops this Week Kamloops firefighters responded to a report of an injured man in a large hole at a Whiteshield Place cul-de-sac in Sahali. A nearby resident said a local company was performing repairs to an underground line when the incident occurred on Wednesday morning. The man appeared to have injured his ankle and was tended to by emergency personnel.
Kamloops man falls into large hole
Photograph By DAVE EAGLES/KTW Kamloops man falls into large hole Emergency crews were called to rescue a man from a large hole -Kamloops this Week Kamloops firefighters responded to a report of an injured man in a large hole at a Whiteshield Place cul-de-sac in Sahali. A nearby resident said a local company was performing repairs to an underground line when the incident occurred on Wednesday morning. The man appeared to have injured his ankle and was tended to by emergency personnel.
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