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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.
Vernon man charged after fentanyl seized during Kelowna bust
KELOWNA – A 29-year-old man is facing drug trafficking charges after RCMP seized quantities of…
Shuswap’s Rust Valley Restorers heading to Netflix
A crew of Shuswap mechanics who made their television debut last winter introducing thousands of…
Mother bear and cub at another Kamloops park prompts temporary closure
KAMLOOPS — A sow and her cub are hanging out at a busy Kamloops park…
Retired B.C. fisherman wins $60 million jackpot
A Lower Mainland man, who has been retired for 20 years, has won a $60…
WILD WEDNESDAY: Here’s what you need to know about hungry bears in B.C.
With the recent bear sightings within the City of Kamloops, WildSafeBC is reminding B.C. residents…
Weapon complaint prompts heavy police presence in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS — A heavy police presence in a North Kamloops neighbourhood last night was sparked…
RCMP issue warning about bill collection fraud making rounds in B.C.
Police in Barriere have been getting so many reports about the latest bill collection phone…
Frenchies Poutinerie trailer found north of Kamloops
KAMLOOPS — A food truck stolen from a local poutinerie has been found north of…
B.C. Indigenous artist invited to New York Fashion Week
A Vancouver-based First Nations artist will be heading across the border next month to have…
Man wanted for mischief arrested in downtown Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – Multiple police units could been seen in downtown Kamloops earlier today as RCMP…
Here’s how you can win free poutine for a year in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – A local poutinerie in Kamloops wants to serve one lucky customer for a…
More than 30 thefts from vehicles last week in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – There were 36 reported thefts from motor vehicles in Kamloops last week. Police…
Kamloops hit and run ends with standoff at motel
KAMLOOPS – What started off as a hit and run collision ended with a man…
Violent Shuswap home invasion suspect suing for ’emotional trauma’ suffered in prison
KAMLOOPS – A man accused of committing a violent home invasion where a terminally ill…
Kamloops slo-pitch team refused recognition for ‘offensive’ team name
KAMLOOPS — A Kamloops beer league slo-pitch team recently won in their division at a…
Ongoing feud with neighbour led to nine-hour standoff with Kamloops RCMP
KAMLOOPS — A police standoff earlier this year at a Kamloops townhouse was the result…
B.C. Lotteries to unveil new rainbow crosswalk to kick off Kamloops Pride Week
KAMLOOPS — The B.C. Lottery Corporation will be kicking off the start of pride celebrations…
The Balancing Rock and Hoodoos near Kamloops should be on your bucket list this summer
KAMLOOPS — The balancing rock and hoodoos site located just off the Trans-Canada Highway west…
Buy a used book, help make North Shore brighter
KAMLOOPS — Kamloops residents can expect to see more action on the sidewalks of Tranquille…
Why this regional district is stepping up enforcement on RV-dwellers
KAMLOOPS — In the 50 years the Thompson-Nicola Regional District has existed, using a recreational…
WILD WEDNESDAY: Did you know chipmunks were this athletic?
In this week's episode of Wild Wednesday, check out this pine chipmunk keep busy out…
iN VIDEO: Dashcam footage captures transport truck’s dangerous pass
SALMON ARM — A video of a transport truck squeezing between two other semis on…
Tiny orphaned flying squirrel gets second chance to soar from Kamloops animal rehab centre
KAMLOOPS — A young flying squirrel found alone in Blind Bay was turned into the…
Three Kamloops archers heading to World Archery Championships next month
KAMLOOPS — Three Kamloops archers who are part of B.C.’s provincial archery team recently took…