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Brendan Kergin
Brendan grew up down on the coast before moving to Kamloops to pursue a degree in journalism. After graduating from TRU in 2013 he moved to Toronto to work as an editor, but decided to move back west after a couple years. With a big interest in politics, Brendan will be covering city hall. Outside of council chambers he’ll write about anything; if you have a story you think people might be interested in, contact him at bkergin@infonews.ca
Brendan Kergin's Stories
Sunny, hot weather continues for Okanagan into the weekend
OKANAGAN – The forecast calls for sunshine and hot temperatures for the rest of the week…
Sunny, hot weather to continue for Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – The forecast calls for sunshine and hot temperatures for the rest of the…
TRENDING NOW: Sulfur blaze creates little fire tornados
A fire department in Wyoming had a unique situation on their hands when they were…
TRENDING NOW: Snake surprises driver
This video is not for people with a fear of snakes. For those who drive…
Syria ceasefire begins, Trump eyes co-operation with Russia
BEIRUT – U.S. President Donald Trump called for expanded co-operation with Russia on Sunday, as…
Warm sound: Scientists create commercial ‘molecular’ product for guitars
EDMONTON – For years, serious guitar players have clung to their tube amplifiers, saying the…
Manitoba pork farmers scramble to contain virus that’s fatal for piglets
Farmers in Manitoba, Canada's third-largest pork producing province, are scrambling to contain a mysterious outbreak…
TRENDING NOW: Man chases bear away just by yelling
If you see a bear on your porch you probaly lock all the doors and…
One person injured in Coldstream ATV rollover
COLDSTREAM – An ATV rollover in Coldstream yesterday afternoon sent one person to hospital. Vernon…
Smoke expected to cause delays and cancellations at the Kamloops Airport
KAMLOOPS – Anyone flying out of Kamloops today should expect delays and may see cancellations…
Fuel leak forces evacuation of West Kelowna gas station
WEST KELOWNA – A fuel spill caused an evacuation at a West Kelowna Petro Canada…
Sunshine and heat for the Okanagan this week
KELOWNA – With tinder dry conditions throughout the region, it doesn’t look like there will be…
No rain and temperatures over 30 this week in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – The weather is not cooperating with the wildfire hazard with the forecast calling…
Tillerson gets oil industry award, says he misses colleagues
ISTANBUL – U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has accepted an award at the World…
TRENDING NOW: Puppy tries to help pedal a bike
This little pup wants to help out, but there's not much he can do. Points…
‘Spider-Man’ slings $117 million debut and Sony rejoices
NEW YORK – "Spider-Man: Homecoming" swung past expectations, opening with an estimated $117 million in…
More wildfires, evacuations expected in B.C. with forecasted hot, windy weather
KAMLOOPS – There is no end in sight to the wildfires in British Columbia that…
Report: Trump Jr. was promised damaging info about Clinton
WASHINGTON – Donald Trump's eldest son said Sunday he met with a Kremlin-linked lawyer shortly…
30 wildfires active in Kamloops Fire Centre and thousands of hectares burned after ‘unprecedented’ weekend fires
KAMLOOPS – Roughly 30 fires continue to burn in the Kamloops Fire Centre, with thousands…
Flood protection in the Okanagan beginning to be removed
KELOWNA – Over the weekend some sand bags have disappeared from the shores of Okanagan…
UPDATE: Evacuation order for homes affected by Truswell Road fire rescinded, but not everyone can go home
UPDATE: 3:33 p.m July 9, 2017 KELOWNA – The evacuation order for all homes and buildings affected…
Teen bit in head by bear wakes up to “crunching sound”
WARD, Colo. – Wildlife officers are searching for a black bear that attacked a Colorado…
Looking for a forever home; Vernon SPCA pet of the week
VERNON – Joey's looking for a new home after his old owners had to give…
Looking for a forever home; Kamloops SPCA pet of the week
KAMLOOPS – Tessa the 2-year-old Labrador Retriever is looking for a new home. She came…