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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
Todd Road consultation brings out Barnhartvale residents
KAMLOOPS – Kamloops city staff went to Barnhartvale this week to discuss upgrades to Todd…
Kamloops Film Fest celebrating 20 years with 20 films
KAMLOOPS – The Kamloops Film Festival is turning 20 this year and organizers promise it…
Kamloops Airport returning to normal as morning fog lifts
KAMLOOPS – Several flights were cancelled or delayed this morning at Fulton Field as fog…
Kamloops woman scores bucket list item, skates with the Blazers
'IT WAS THE CHANCE OF A LIFETIME' KAMLOOPS – A local woman, unable to walk…
Brocklehurst pool petition collecting signatures in advance of recreation consultations
KAMLOOPS – An online petition to preempt any closure of the Brocklehurst Pool has quickly…
Indigenous climate change conference in Kamloops attracts notable attendee
KAMLOOPS – Indigenous issues and climate change will be at the forefront of a discussion…
Kamloops seeks artist for frame job
KAMLOOPS – The city is looking for an artist. The Kamloops Arts Commission is looking…
‘Yes’ group outspent all others in Kamloops performing arts centre campaign
KAMLOOPS – The main group in support of the proposed performing arts centre failed to…
New building code requirements blamed for drop in Kamloops building permits
KAMLOOPS – A dip in building permit numbers in the first month of 2016 is…
Kamloops property group planning another apartment for Sahali
KAMLOOPS – A local property management group has purchased a Sahali property and plans to…
UPDATE: Family of skiers rescued by RCMP helicopter near Sun Peaks
KAMLOOPS – A family of skiers have been airlifted out of an avalanche zone near…
Kamloops golfers may be able to skip Hockey Day and hit the links
KAMLOOPS – Golf might be an option for families this weekend as Mt. Paul Golf Course…
Kamloops water station will gain flexibility at cost of $680,000
KAMLOOPS – Upcoming repairs to a Juniper Ridge water station in Kamloops should stop it…
Small fire at homeless camp quickly extinguished in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – A fire at a homeless camp underneath the railway in Valleyview was quickly…
Kamloops teen looks to improve local skateboard scene
KAMLOOPS – A high school student is looking to raise money for an expansion of…
Hockey Day in Canada makes for busy long weekend in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – Kamloops has a busy weekend ahead of it. Hockey Day in Canada culminates…
Kamloops middle school students share stage with Juno winner
KAMLOOPS – Students from Brocklehurst Middle School in Kamloops took to the stage Wednesday night,…
City repairs to water system may cause water issues for north Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – Emergency repairs on a water station may cause water issues in north Kamloops…
Disappearance of Kamloops woman nears 10th anniversary
KAMLOOPS – When Jessie Foster went missing her mother Glendene Grant didn’t plan on becoming…
Kamloops Green Living Expo looking for exhibitors
KAMLOOPS – Kamloops is calling for exhibitors for the upcoming Green Living Expo this spring.…
Lord Stanley’s Cup arrives for Hockey Day in Canada in Kamloops
SUN PEAKS – Lord Stanley’s Cup arrived by skis as Hockey Day in Canada kicked…
Westsyde residents concerned about pool’s future
KAMLOOPS – Some residents of Westsyde are disappointed with the uncertain future of their pool.…
Councillors choose to consult community about Westsyde pool
KAMLOOPS – Councillors have decided to turn to the communities of north Kamloops before deciding…
UBCO professor says high food prices are spiking but won’t stay high
KELOWNA – A UBC Okanagan professor says Canadian food prices are spiking right now but…