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Ben Bulmer
After a decade of globetrotting, U.K. native Ben Bulmer ended up settling in Canada in 2009. Calling Vancouver home he headed back to school and studied journalism at Langara College. From there he headed to Ottawa before winding up in a small anglophone village in Quebec, where he worked for three years at a feisty English language newspaper. Ben is always on the hunt for a good story, an interesting tale and to dig up what really matters to the community.
Vernon to suspend future council meetings, except the meeting today
The City of Vernon has voted to suspend all future council meetings, although it is…
UPDATE: B.C. premier announces $1,000 payment for those unable to work due to COVID-19
The provincial government will give each person unable to work because of COVID-19 a one-time…
UPDATE: COVID-19 detected at 2 new long-term care homes in B.C.
The COVID-19 virus has been detected at two new long-term care facilities in B.C., both in…
There’s help for Interior residents seeking support for mental health through COVID-19 pandemic
The ongoing coronavirus situation is causing people to experience higher rates of stress and anxiety…
Jigsaws and kites: Business is good for Okanagan toy stores
As the coronavirus causes many companies a dramatic downturn, those in the business of keeping…
Province says it’s ‘not business as usual’ but malls in Okanagan, Kamloops stay open
It seems to defy instructions given by the province and is in stark contrast with…
B.C. health officer encourages use of social media to ‘call out’ people breaking the rules
Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry said people should be "called out" for ignoring social…
BREAKING: B.C. orders restaurants to close dining rooms; take-out allowed
The B.C. government has ordered the closure of all restaurants in the province and is…
Vernon’s Upper Room Mission shutters temporarily
Citing financial stress, the Upper Room Mission is closing its doors, laying off all its…
There’s no shortage of booze but B.C. Liquor Stores set to reduce hours
B.C. Liquor Stores have announced a reduction in store hours but stress recently seen empty…
‘I’m not leaving my dog:’ Vernon couple in Mexico wait for flight home
Contrary to her friends back in Canada, Vernon resident Chris Balardo says she isn't stressed…
UPDATE: 40 new COVID-19 cases in B.C.; 3 in Interior Health region
There are three more cases of COVID-19 within the Interior Health region, taking the total…
Revelstoke clinic confirms positive case of COVID-19
A medical clinic in Revelstoke has confirmed a positive case of COVID-19. The Selkirk Medical…
Vernon RCMP investigate daytime bank robbery
Vernon RCMP are investigating after a robbery at the downtown Scotiabank branch yesterday around noon.…
Road dust advisory issued for Vernon
A road dust advisory has been issued for Vernon. A media release March 19, from…
Bike stores already know how people want to keep themselves busy
While it's not quite business as usual, a couple of bike stores in the region…
UPDATE: B.C. government says 45 new COVID-19 cases; 2 in Interior Health region
There are 45 new COVID-19 cases in B.C. taking the total number to 231. The…
What SilverStar’s approval as a resort association means, and why some are opposed
The provincial government's approval to enable SilverStar to become a Resort Association only benefits commercial…
Board needs to be accountable after Vernon Science Centre manager fired: former employee
The firing of the Okanagan Science Centre executive director raises questions about the accountability of…
Foreign workers at local ski hills scramble to find flights home after resorts close
SilverStar business owner Frank Brekers says his staff are now scrambling to get home after…
BREAKING: B.C. declares public health emergency, orders all bars and clubs to shut down
The B.C. government has ordered all bars and clubs to close in the province due…
Seniors-only hours: More stores respond to their most vulnerable customers
In an effort to protect some of the most vulnerable people in society from the…
Vernon CMHA switching its services online
To help against the spread of COVID-19 the Canadian Mental Health Association Vernon and District…
Okanagan Regional Library closing all branches due to COVID-19
As of tomorrow, the Okanagan Regional Library will be closing all its branches until further…