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Karen Edwards
Originally from southern Ontario, Karen Edwards moved out west after completing her journalism diploma at Durham College. She first began reporting in northern Alberta for a small town newspaper. The busy two-person newsroom taught Karen the importance of accurate and fast reporting. Now working for iNFO News, she is excited to report in a larger community. Karen has written for all kinds of news, including education, crime and mental health. Her background also includes video journalism and documentary production.
Best Kamloops sledding hills and outdoor skating rinks
Now that snow has finally hit the ground around Kamloops, it’s time to dig out…
Where to have some fun in the snow across the Okanagan
With snow on the ground around the Okanagan, it’s time to dig out those snow…
This Kamloops woman has been helping Santa respond to letters for 34 years
— This story was originally published in 2019. Izzy McQueen was forced to retire last month before…
Former Thompson Rivers University grad climbs Mt. Kilimanjaro in six days on hand-cycle
When Sebastian Carrasco reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, he couldn’t believe how far he…
Small dogs rescued from U.S. up for adoption in Salmon Arm
Six dogs that have been rescued from a shelter in the United States are being…
Staff at Barriere recycling centre looking for home for cat found in demolition bin
Staff at recycling depot north of Kamloops are hoping to find a new home for…
80 is not the new 70: Age may bias heart care, study finds
People are more likely to buy things when prices end in 99 cents rather than…
Tourism Kamloops endorses Centre for the Arts project
Kamloops’s tourism promoter has announced its endorsement of the proposed multi-million dollar Kamloops Centre for…
Kamloops RCMP ask for help to find missing man
Police in Kamloops are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing man. RCMP…
Kamloops, regional district introduce new rules for construction material that may contain asbestos
The City of Kamloops and the Thompson-Nicola Regional District are introducing new testing and disposal…
Kamloops moms launch children’s book about parents who work away from their families
When parents travel for work, it can be challenging for children to understand where mom…
Breast cancer survivors create own products to help others
NEW YORK – Women fighting breast cancer are increasingly seeing more options for bras as…
Burger King breaks the mould with new advertising campaign
Burger King is breaking the mould in its new advertising campaign. The burger chain is…
Facebook, Instagram users in Canada can finally use music clips with stories
TORONTO – It's been a long time coming, but Facebook and Instagram users in Canada…
Understanding Weinstein’s charges and potential punishment
NEW YORK – A look at the charges against Harvey Weinstein and the punishment the…
B.C.’s soda drink tax will help kids lose weight, improve health, says doctor
VICTORIA – Children's health in British Columbia will benefit from the provincial government's decision to…
Largest aircraft ever to operate at Kelowna airport lands this summer
The capacity on Air Canada's non-stop daily service from Kelowna to Toronto is taking a…
iN PHOTOS: Bride and groom hit the slopes at Sun Peaks in full wedding attire
While some may stick with traditional wedding photos for their special day, this bride and…
WILD WEDNESDAY: Video of B.C.’s most common wildcat
While bobcats may be the smallest of B.C.’s wildcats, they are well known for hunting…
SpaceX aims to launch up to 4 tourists into super high orbit
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – SpaceX aims to launch up to four tourists into a super…
How to turn stained, shrunken sweaters into cozy mittens
CONCORD, N.H. – A certain groundhog’s prediction notwithstanding, there’s plenty of winter left where I…
Teen shot at Toronto Airbnb party doubts company’s safety measures
TORONTO – Just about anything can set Sean McCann's mind racing to the night a…
Elections Canada reports no serious cyberthreats to last fall’s federal election
OTTAWA – Elections Canada can't let its guard down, says Canada's chief electoral officer Stephane…
‘Schitt’s Creek,’ ‘Anne with an E’ lead Canadian Screen Awards pack
TORONTO – It will be a celebrated ending for "Schitt's Creek" and "Anne with an…