# two days (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover two days. Page: Feed: --- ## [Stamer distancing himself from Findlay's attack ad, Milobar says it proves his point](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628832/Stamer-distancing-himself-from-Findlay-s-attack-ad-Milobar-says-it-proves-his-point) _2026-08-22 · Michael Potestio · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ Kamloops' remaining B.C. Conservative MLA Ward Stamer is distancing himself from a controversial attack ad posted by his party, while Peter Milobar says it exemplifies the direction that drove him out. The video depicts Premier David Eby dressed as a dictator, placing flags over a map of B.C. as ... ## [Lightning, stronger winds could test Ainslie Creek containment Saturday: BCWS](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628812/Lightning-stronger-winds-could-test-Ainslie-Creek-containment-Saturday-BCWS) _2026-08-22 · Tim Petruk · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ Crews battling the Ainslie Creek wildfire west of Merritt are bracing for thunderstorms, strong winds and potentially dry lightning Saturday, a day after smoke helped keep fire behaviour lower than expected. The unexpectedly calm conditions Friday gave firefighters more time to strengthen guards ... ## [Council backed Seymour improvements while studying major downtown traffic overhaul](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628664/Council-backed-Seymour-improvements-while-studying-major-downtown-traffic-overhaul) _2026-08-22 · Kristen Holliday · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ The City of Kamloops is moving ahead with $2.2 million in Seymour Street upgrades while studying whether to eventually spend $27 million converting two downtown streets to two-way traffic. City council's committee of the whole voted Tuesday in favour of advancing short term improvements for Seymo... ## [Bike racing, scavenger hunt and live music coming to Sun Peaks for Pedal Fest](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628780/Bike-racing-scavenger-hunt-and-live-music-coming-to-Sun-Peaks-for-Pedal-Fest) _2026-08-22 · Josh Dawson · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ Sun Peaks Resort says a three-day biking extravaganza later this month will bring racing, entertainment and mountain culture to the resort community. Peaks Pedal Fest runs Aug. 28 to 30. The event includes a cross-country scavenger hunt, junior downhill racing, a pump track competition, the Fo... ## [Smoke keeps wildfire quieter than expected, buying crews time before shift in weather](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628741/Smoke-keeps-wildfire-quieter-than-expected-buying-crews-time-before-shift-in-weather) _2026-08-21 · Tim Petruk · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ UPDATE: 3:41 p.m. Smoke hanging over a large blaze burning out of control west of Merritt has kept fire behaviour lower than expected on Friday, giving crews a better-than-anticipated day ahead of another potentially challenging weather change Saturday. The unexpectedly calm day has given fire... ## [Classic car parade rolls through Kamloops in support of Burgers to Beat MS Day](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628788/Classic-car-parade-rolls-through-Kamloops-in-support-of-Burgers-to-Beat-MS-Day) _2026-08-21 · Michael Potestio · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ A convoy of classic cars rolled between A&W restaurants across Kamloops Thursday evening in support of the chain's annual Burgers to Beat MS Day. Kamloops residents were treated to the procession organized by Kamloops Car Scene, whose members travelled from the A&W on Versatile Drive to l... ## [City of Kamloops says water main break in southwest sector has now been repaired](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628777/City-of-Kamloops-says-water-main-break-in-southwest-sector-has-now-been-repaired) _2026-08-21 · Michael Potestio · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ The City of Kamloops is reporting it has now repaired a water main leak detected in the southwest sector of town. "Because of the crew's expertise and efficient execution, the situation was kept under control with no impacts to water use," the city posted on social media Friday mornin... ## [Community services officers help contain Kamloops brush fire after spotting smoke](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628766/Community-services-officers-help-contain-Kamloops-brush-fire-after-spotting-smoke) _2026-08-21 · Kristen Holliday · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ Firefighters were mopping up along the Thompson River near Riverside Park after a small brush fire late Friday morning was put out by quick-thinking City of Kamloops staffers. Emergency crews were called to an area along the south side of the river near Overlanders Bridge shortly before 11:30 a.m... ## [Kamloops man jailed five months after stealing two vehicles just days apart](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628751/Kamloops-man-jailed-five-months-after-stealing-two-vehicles-just-days-apart) _2026-08-21 · Tim Petruk · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ A Kamloops man has been ordered to spend five months behind bars after stealing two vehicles just days apart. Kirklen Petkau-Desjardin, 31, admitted in Kamloops provincial court Thursday that he stole a Ford F-350 from a North Shore auto repair shop on June 7, 2025, and a Honda Accord from a dow... ## [Friday heat, winds could challenge Pear Lake crews before unsettled weekend](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628744/Friday-heat-winds-could-challenge-Pear-Lake-crews-before-unsettled-weekend) _2026-08-21 · Tim Petruk · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ Crews battling a sprawling wildfire north of Cache Creek are facing another day of potentially challenging conditions Friday, with temperatures forecast to hit 32 C and southerly winds developing by midday. The Pear Lake wildfire has grown to more than 161,000 hectares, and officials are warning ... ## [Find it on Amazon (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/rtspcUMI8nrC) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Amazon product listing to see details and availability ## [Heat, wind expected to test Ainslie Creek containment before unsettled weekend](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628741/Heat-wind-expected-to-test-Ainslie-Creek-containment-before-unsettled-weekend) _2026-08-21 · Tim Petruk · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ Containment lines around the Ainslie Creek wildfire will face a critical test Friday as temperatures climb to 35 C and winds blow across the large blaze burning west of Merritt. According to the BC Wildfire Service, Friday could mark a turning point in the fight if crews can keep the 66,557-hecta... ## [Merritt mayor says backcountry closure being respected, asks province to go further](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628719/Merritt-mayor-says-backcountry-closure-being-respected-asks-province-to-go-further) _2026-08-21 · Michael Potestio · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ Merritt's backcountry closure appears to be holding, with city officials reporting zero known violations since the restriction took effect last week. The closure was imposed amid extreme drought and wildfire risk as the Ainslie Creek wildfire continues to burn west of the city. Mayor Mike Goet... ## [TRU students build real-world experience while constructing Aberdeen Training House](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628714/TRU-students-build-real-world-experience-while-constructing-Aberdeen-Training-House) _2026-08-21 · Josh Dawson · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ Sixteen Thompson Rivers University trades students are getting a hands-on education this summer by building a house from the ground up in Aberdeen. The project is run under a partnership between TRU and the local branch of the Canadian Home Builders Association. It sees 16 trades students work wi... ## [‘Not a time to be complacent’: Dangerous wildfire weather coming this weekend](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628693/-Not-a-time-to-be-complacent-Dangerous-wildfire-weather-coming-this-weekend) _2026-08-20 · Michael Potestio · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ Hot, dry weather, erratic winds and dry lightning could drive a sharp increase in wildfire activity across the Thompson-Nicola on Friday and Saturday, prompting regional district officials to warn residents not to become complacent. The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is warning of a potentiall... ## [Pregnant cat forced to flee fire gives birth to surprise litter of kittens in Kamloops](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628672/Pregnant-cat-forced-to-flee-fire-gives-birth-to-surprise-litter-of-kittens-in-Kamloops) _2026-08-20 · Kristen Holliday · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ When Reba the cat was evacuated from Clinton, no one knew she was expecting kittens. The soon-to-be mother cat arrived in Kamloops with her owner on July 24, as the Pear Lake wildfire raged through the South Cariboo, according to the City of Kamloops. "Animal care volunteers realized she... ## [City of Kamloops crews fixing break in water main line in southwest section of town](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628628/City-of-Kamloops-crews-fixing-break-in-water-main-line-in-southwest-section-of-town) _2026-08-20 · Josh Dawson · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ UPDATE: 3:15 p.m. The City of Kamloops says crews have identified the source of a water main break in the southwest part of the city and repairs are underway. In an update on Thursday afternoon, the city said there are still no impacts to water use in the area. Another update will be provid... ## [Merritt drug alert warns of overdose risk from potent mix sold as down, dope or fentanyl](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628685/Merritt-drug-alert-warns-of-overdose-risk-from-potent-mix-sold-as-down-dope-or-fentanyl) _2026-08-20 · Tim Petruk · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ Drug users in Merritt are being warned about a very high risk of overdose following a number of incidents linked to a dangerous batch of drugs containing a potent synthetic opioid and tranquilizer. According to an Interior Health drug alert issued Thursday, the substance is being sold as down, d... ## [Next two days pivotal on Merritt-area wildfire as crews face heat, stronger winds](https://www.castanet.net/news/Kamloops/628618/Next-two-days-pivotal-on-Merritt-area-wildfire-as-crews-face-heat-stronger-winds) _2026-08-20 · Tim Petruk · Castanet.net - Kamloops_ UPDATE: 2:21 p.m. Crews battling a large blaze burning out of control west of Merritt are facing what could be a pivotal two days, with a fire official saying the risk could be significantly reduced if containment lines hold through Thursday and Friday's hot and dry weather. The Ainslie Creek ...