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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
Spike in abandoned campfires in Kamloops Fire Centre on long weekend
KAMLOOPS – Vacationers in the region's campgrounds need to check their fires before leaving. With…
Hope man loses life in weekend motorcycle crash near Lillooet
LILLOOET – A weekend motorcycle crash has cost a Hope man his life. Around 1:35…
New Kamloops spray park opens today
KAMLOOPS – The nation's birthday will be the first day for the city's newest splash…
Canada Day weekend busiest time for province’s search and rescue teams
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – With Canada Day creating a long weekend this year, search and rescue teams…
Kamloops hosting public panel on Trans Mountain pipeline expansion
KAMLOOPS – The Canadian government is going on a road trip to get citizens' opinions…
UPDATE: Fire near Lytton that reduced Highway 1 to one lane now contained
KAMLOOPS – Highway 1 south of Lytton is down to a single lane as a…
Chase business looking for stolen mini-excavator
KAMLOOPS – A Chase business is offering a reward after thieves stolen some heavy equipment.…
Kamloops quilter organizes B.C. quilt drive for Fort McMurray
KAMLOOPS – Fort McMurray is about to receive a warm donation thanks to a Kamloops…
Mine extension considered for New Afton
KAMLOOPS – New exploration at New Afton Mine may hint at an extended life for…
New North Shore health facility could help with lack of Kamloops doctors
KAMLOOPS – Plans to bring a new health centre to the North Shore is expected…
Art, music and fireworks highlights for Canada Day weekend
KAMLOOPS – Riverside Park will once again be the centre of the city's Canada Day…
Kamloops council has not had enough of wine
KAMLOOPS – The city is once again turning to the citizens of Kamloops to weigh…
Dr. Singh’s legacy to live on at Royal Inland Hospital
KAMLOOPS – The work of Dr. Gur Singh will forever be remembered with a room…
Extra pay day adds up for City of Kamloops staff
KAMLOOPS – A calendar quirk added to the amount spent on City of Kamloops staff…
Music festival leaves Kamloops area after permitting issues with regional district
KAMLOOPS – After being called out by the regional district over permitting issues, music festival…
Eight Thompson-Okanagan players picked up in 2016 NHL Draft
PENTICTON VEES PLAYER MAKES TOP-10 THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Local teams watched with pride this weekend as…
Improvements coming to Kamloops Airport
KAMLOOPS – The Kamloops Airport is getting a multi-million dollar boost to help improve the…
Kamloops graduate headed to Sweden play basketball professionally
KAMLOOPS – Kamloops raised Josh Wolfram is headed to Sweden to play pro basketball. The…
Kamloops Makerspace looking for donations after costs jump
KAMLOOPS – Kamloops Makerspace is already looking to raise funds after its rent jumped dramatically.…
Kamloops sobering centre could act as drunk tank with extra services
KAMLOOPS – A centre where people who are drunk or high can go to sober…
Planning for second Kamloops Food Truck Festival already underway
KAMLOOPS – The success of Kamloops' first food truck festival created a somewhat ‘overwhelming’ experience…
Patagonian maras and timberwolves latest animals to find a home at B.C. Wildlife Park in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – The B.C. Wildlife Park has gained some new residents from Quebec, including some…
BAT ASSAULT: Kamloops vigil planned for teen in coma
KAMLOOPS – A candlelight vigil is planned for Jessie Simpson, the teenager in hospital with…
Concerns raised over unsanctioned music festival planned for north of Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is calling out a music festival for a lack…