Overlanders Bridge

2015 TOP STORIES: Kamloops deals with construction, recycling strike and referendum

KAMLOOPS - It was an eventful year for Kamloops residents, as we dealt with an abundance of major roadwork, a referendum, a recycling strike, the construction of a new casino and of course the proposed Ajax Mine taking a step forward in its application. PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE In April we were introduced to a plan...

First term Kamloops councillor looks back on the year that was

KAMLOOPS – With now one year under his belt, first time Kamloops city councillor Dieter Dudy admits to challenges, being unprepared and and being surprised by more than one council outcome. Regardless, he’s enjoying the ride and thoroughly enjoys serving Kamloops. Dudy is an organic grower by trade who runs a home delivery service and...

Kamloops saves money on 2015 capital projects

KAMLOOPS - Not all projects come in over budget, at least not this past year in Kamloops. The City of Kamloops has spent roughly $33 million on either new, expansion or maintenance infrastructure projects this year. Out of the 38 projects undertaken in 2015, the city has come in six per cent under budget. The...

Rain stalls completion of Kamloops’ Overlanders Bridge

KAMLOOPS - With only days until its scheduled completion, Mother Nature has thrown a wrench in the Overlanders Bridge construction plans. “We’re almost there!” Transportation coordinator Colleen Lepik says, noting that, unfortunately, rain in the forecast has delayed completion of the construction project a few days past the original Oct. 31 target. “The actual date...

The Kamloops commute this coming week

KAMLOOPS – In only one week’s time, Kamloops residents will get their bridge back. The Overlanders Bridge project is on schedule and predicted to conclude by the end of this month. Remaining city road construction will be complete during the first weeks of November. Overlanders Bridge Paving of the south end approach roads is scheduled...

Kamloops road construction winding down

KAMLOOPS – In two weeks time the Overlanders Bridge project should be complete with the remaining road construction projects wrapped up by early November.  Overlanders Bridge Crews continue to work on the east side of the bridge. Waterproofing is scheduled to take place this coming week with paving scheduled for the week of Oct. 26;...

What to expect in the final weeks of construction season in Kamloops

KAMLOOPS – One down, four to go, as the season for roadwork winds down in Kamloops. The Columbia Street project is officially complete and the remaining city construction projects are fast drawing to a close. Overlanders Bridge Crews continue to work on the east side of the bridge and will be removing west side scaffolding...