Shannon Ainslie

Shannon Ainslie brings a background of writing and blogging to the team. She is interested in covering human interest stories and engaging with her community of Kamloops.

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Joined: July 07, 2021
Articles: 2301

October 12 2022 10:05 AM

Performers, schedule announced for CP Holiday Train stops in Shuswap, South Thompson

After two years of cancellations due to the COVID pandemic, the CP Holiday Train is…

October 11 2022 10:03 AM

Finally something good can come from all those election signs

A beekeeper in Kamloops has a great idea for repurposing used campaign signs. Murray Willis…

October 11 2022 09:59 AM

Podcast project helping bring Okanagan talent to forefront

A gripping, dramatic podcast that began in a basement in West Kelowna in the midst…

October 11 2022 06:36 AM

Loud car stereo tips off Kelowna police to armed suspect

A Vernon man was found in the possession of loaded pistols, ammunition, bear spray and…

October 11 2022 06:12 AM

Destructive, invasive stink bugs prompt provincial pest warning

Invasive stink bugs are increasing in numbers, prompting the B.C. government to issue a warning…

October 11 2022 04:59 AM

Man known for scootering around Kamloops helping homeless has died

A man, loved by the community and known for scooting around the Kamloops North Shore…

October 10 2022 06:52 AM

Buck tangled in Kamloops volleyball net tastes sweet freedom

A buck completely tangled up in a volleyball net in Kamloops was eventually freed with…

October 10 2022 06:45 AM

UPDATE: Police investigating murder after man dies in downtown Kelowna

The Kelowna RCMP is investigating a murder after a fight in the city's downtown led…

October 10 2022 06:43 AM

Police investigating after racist graffiti found at Kelowna school

A portable at Dr. Knox Middle School was the target of racist graffiti this weekend.…

October 10 2022 06:02 AM

Penticton woman wins Ironman World Championship title

A Penticton triathlete earned a world championship title in Hawaii this week. Yvonne Timewell, 54,…

October 10 2022 02:11 AM

Cool retro treats bringing sweet memories for candy lovers in Kamloops

Astro Pops, Fun Dips, Cracker Jacks and Big League Chewing Gum are just a few…

October 09 2022 09:32 AM

Kootenay woman’s legacy of wildlife rescues captured through documentary

A Kootenay woman who devoted more than 50 years to rescuing injured and orphaned wildlife…

October 09 2022 04:04 AM

Shots fired and vehicle seized in Kamloops

Shots were fired in the Kamloops North Shore business corridor earlier this week. Police responded…

October 09 2022 02:52 AM

Jaqueline McDermott’s body found by Search and Rescue

The body of 22-year-old Jaqueline McDermott has been located by Search and Rescue teams. McDermott…

October 08 2022 03:17 AM

Movie superheroes dominating the Halloween costume game this year

With Halloween just weeks away, two stores in Kelowna report they're packed with customers looking…