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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
UPDATE: Aggressive Lytton wildfire now 300 hectares, believed to be human caused
UPDATE: 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 31 The size of the South Spencer Road fire has…
IHA issues warning to Kamloops drug users after five overdoses in 48 hours, including one fatality
KAMLOOPS – An overdose alert has been issued in Kamloops by the Interior Health Authority.…
International Overdose Awareness Day comes to Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – The Kamloops Farmers’s Market had an extra tent set up today, Aug. 31,…
Former Kamloops city councillor Nancy Bepple may be challenged for NDP nomination
KAMLOOPS – The Kamloops-South Thompson NDP riding association may have a vote coming up before…
Grease fire causes extensive damage at Kamloops apartment complex
KAMLOOPS – Two units of a Westend apartment complex have extensive fire damage after a…
Two calls keeps Kamloops search and rescue teams busy for last weekend of August
KAMLOOPS – Kamloops Search and rescue had a busy, but positive, Sunday. Three people needed…
More elementary students attended Kamloops summer school, while secondary students decreased
KAMLOOPS – This year’s summer school in Kamloops saw fewer secondary students, but an increase…
Unexploded ordinance found during mop up of wildfire in Predator Ridge area near Vernon
VERNON – The City of Vernon is warning residents about unexploded ordinance after one was…
Kamloops urban hen registry open, only single registration so far
KAMLOOPS – After months of debate, the system for officially registering urban hens in Kamloops…
Kamloops mother wants to see social stigma around drug use fade after son dies of overdose
KAMLOOPS – The mother of a son lost to an overdose in Kamloops says a…
Tk’emlúps close beach access on First Nation land due to feces, used needles and public safety
KAMLOOPS – Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc has erected ‘No Trespassing’ signs along band waterfront after misuse…
Hotels continues strong year as tourists drive to Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – Kamloops hotels are staying fairly full this year as tourists are driving to…
Old mattresses will help teach job skills through new Kamloops program
KAMLOOPS – A new program from ASK Wellness in Kamloops aims to teach job skills…
Weekend events have pretty things and lots of wheels
KAMLOOPS – If you’re into things that look nice or have wheels, the last weekend…
Former Kamloops city councillor wants a seat in legislature
KAMLOOPS – Former city councillor and Thompson-Nicola Regional District board member Nancy Bepple is looking…
UPDATE: Kamloops RCMP make arrest of suspect wanted in cab driver stabbing
KAMLOOPS – Kamloops RCMP arrested a 19-year-old man after releasing video and still images to…
No evidence of increased rabies incidents in B.C., but caution urged around bats
KAMLOOPS – While people should be always remain cautious around bats, there doesn’t appear to…
Kamloops free legal clinic has strong summer, looks to expand
KAMLOOPS – With nearly 150 clients helped, those behind the Thompson Rivers University community legal…
North Shore business association taking safe injection site discussion to its members
KAMLOOPS – With Kamloops being considered for a location for a safe consumption service for…
Students warned about housing scams as they return to Thompson Rivers University
KAMLOOPS – As the new school year starts university students in Kamloops are being warned…
Rabid bat found in Kamloops; bat euthanized, woman treated
KAMLOOPS – A Kamloops woman is warning others to beware of animals acting strangely after…
Olympic medalist Catharine Pendrel arrives home in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – Olympic bronze medallist Catharine Pendrel received a hero's welcome on her return to…
Accident near Salmon Arm sends one to hospital
SALMON ARM – An accident at the intersection of Highway 1 and Highway 97B near…
Kamloops school district expects small growth in enrolment
KAMLOOPS – The Kamloops-Thompson school district is expecting stable enrolment, if not a little growth,…