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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.
Kamloops LGBTQ2s+ community plan rally after violent attack on transgender youth
The bullying and victimization of a transgender youth in Kamloops earlier this month has shaken…
Busy Kamloops moms walk for a month to raise awareness of the effects of residential schools
Two Indigenous women are taking action to raise awareness of the trauma imparted on First…
Tarantuloid spiders shock and fascinate residents in Kamloops
While tarantuloid spiders are not a new discovery in the province, their unique appearance and…
Kelowna woman gets hit with unexpected random act of kindness at grocery store
Kelowna resident Andrea Rasing was enjoying a typical Sunday morning, shopping at a grocery store…
Half-price adoption fees for pets at B.C. SPCA shelters looking for ‘furever’ homes
If you are looking to add a furry member to your family you may want…
How some First Nations are recognizing National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Sept. 30
As the country’s first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation approaches, some Canadians might be…
Walking and hiking with cats growing trend in Kamloops
A Kamloops resident who loves to take her cat for walks on a leash has…
Pot plants being pilfered from backyards in Kamloops
Some Kamloops residents on the North Shore have reported their backyard cannabis plants have been…
Peachland man shares love for Swiss alphorn from dock on Okanagan Lake
A Peachland man is sharing a piece of his heritage with other residents in a…
How this Kamloops man spreads the joy of biking to kids who can’t afford them
In response to an unfortunate childhood incident, a Kamloops man has been buying and restoring…
Charcuterie processing plant gets smoking in Kamloops
A Kamloops butcher shop and deli is expanding to create a charcuterie processing plant earlier…
Peachland volunteers help begin rebuild in fire-ravaged town of Lytton
Fire season is over and that means many people have moved, but not in Lytton. …
Secret good Samaritan in Kamloops surprises young bike theft victim
A Kamloops youth had his bicycle stolen, only to have a better bike donated to…
‘Rust Valley Restorers’ star stops to help mom with baby change flat tire in Salmon Arm
A Salmon Arm woman received a surprising photo on her phone yesterday sent by her…
Sideswiped cyclist speaking out about road safety in Kamloops
A cyclist who was sideswiped by a vehicle in Kamloops last week is speaking out…