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Brie Welton
Brie is a recent graduate from UBC Okanagan where she studied English and French while managing the campus newspaper. After working as an intern reporter for the summer of 2019 in her home-town of Kelowna, she rejoined the InfoNews team in March 2020 and moved to Kamloops.
Her interests range from food features and artist profiles to politics, crime and minority issues. She has a passion for story-telling and aspires to one day become a full-time court reporter.
B.C. dentists, physiotherapists will have to figure out social distancing to resume practice: IH
When pandemic restrictions are lifted, health care providers like dentists and physiotherapists will have to…
Six expert tips on raising a new puppy amid a pandemic
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Kamloops resident wins $50,000 on Scratch & Win ticket
After previously winning $21,000 on a Scratch & Win ticket in 2003, a Kamloops resident…
Salmon Arm resident wins $500K playing Lotto Max in memory of his dog
Salmon Arm resident Neil Piper is $500,000 richer, after winning the March 24 Lotto Max…
Vernon’s Davison Orchards reopens for season this week
Davison Orchards in Vernon is reopening for a new season — under unprecedented circumstances. This…
Kamloops RCMP arrest suspect following attempted citizen intervention
A Kamloops resident whose vehicle was broken into last night had their stolen items returned…
Kamloops Mayor forms task force to come up with post-pandemic economic plan
Kamloops's economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic will be a slow and cautious one, according…
Princesses provide birthday shows for kids, donating proceeds to Kamloops hospital
With physical distancing measures still in place, some local businesses have adapted to provide a…
Starbucks plans to reopen as many stores as possible by end of May
By the end of May, you may be enjoying a latte in your local Starbucks…
RibFest Kelowna postponed until summer 2021
Fans of RibFest Kelowna can uncross their fingers, and stop holding their breath. The Rotary…
Leo’s Videos closes after 16 years in Kelowna, this time for good
After almost closing and making a miraculous comeback early this year, Leo's Videos in Kelowna…
Kamloops Music in the Park cancelled due to COVID-19
Kamloops's longest running music festival, Music in the Park, has been cancelled due to the…
Dr. Bonnie Henry nominated to receive Order of Canada
Dr. Bonnie Henry has been recognized for her efforts in the fight against COVID-19 in…
Social distancing complaints ‘not bad’ but business break ins ‘a concern’, Kamloops mayor says
Kamloops residents complained to authorities about social distancing more than 200 times since the province…
Preparations for ‘one-in-20-year’ flood need to start now, says Kamloops Mayor
While it may be the last thing Kamloops residents want to think about, the time…