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In photos: International Women’s Day March in Kamloops

By Macarena Mantilla ● News ● March 10, 2026

‘My body, my choice,’: Women in Kamloops advocate for justice and equality on International Women’s Day.

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Building community in Kamloops through the Silent Book Club

By Macarena Mantilla ● Community ● March 10, 2026

‘I just wanted to read with people and facilitating this I had no idea the impact it would have on people,’ Chelsea Balmer co-founder of the Silent Book Club Kamloops says.

City staff explore Kamloops-wide safer streets research after council rejects pilot program to reduce speeds

By Macarena Mantilla ● News ● March 3, 2026

After a 30 kilometre per hour pilot program intended for two neighbourhoods was rejected in council, city staff work to create a practical, enforceable policy for high traffic areas.

What to expect when expecting: A guide to maternity care in Kamloops

By Macarena Mantilla ● News ● February 23, 2026

Advocates are working to fill in the gaps in maternity care in Kamloops. Here’s what you should know about available resources.

People dressed in orange stand outside a brick building for Orange Shirt Day.

Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc provides update on burial investigation

By Hollie Ferguson, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ● News ● February 19, 2026

The First Nation continues to pursue governmental records and shares potential next steps in the ongoing investigation at Kamloops Indian Residential School.

The rise of Secwépemc defender Jaylah Bottle

By Rebecca Owens, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ● News ● February 19, 2026

From Kamloops ice to university hockey, the National Aboriginal Hockey Championship star reflects on a year of wins and the year ahead.

Fact check: What to know about Kamloops’ new transitional housing project on McGill Road

By Macarena Mantilla ● News ● February 12, 2026

An $8-million temporary housing project promises structured support for people leaving shelters, but in Kamloops’ industrial corridor, some business owners worry the development could bring new challenges to their doorstep.