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Charlotte Helston
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Charlotte Helston grew up in Armstrong and after four years studying writing at the University of Victoria, she came back to do what she loves most: Connect with the community and bringing its stories to life.
Covering Vernon for iNFOnews.ca has reinforced her belief in community. The people and the stories she encounters every day—at the courthouse, City Hall or on the street—show the big tales in a small town.
If you have an opinion to share or a story you'd like covered, contact Charlotte at Charlotte Helston or call 250-309-5230.
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Past meets present on the Shuswap River: Enderby moves ahead with improvements for tubers, kayakers
ENDERBY – The times are changing on the shores of the Shuswap River. Where paddlewheel…
Vernon boat launch back open after half-sunk boat forces closure
VERNON – A capsized boat is no longer causing issues at a Vernon boat launch.…
After 150 resumes and few interviews, Vernon woman lands dream job
VERNON – It was Christmastime and both Krystal Holland and her husband had been laid…
VIDEO: Crooks couldn’t wait for Okanagan Spirits limited edition whisky
VERNON – The Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery in Vernon is hoping to identify two suspects…
North Okanagan man found guilty of murder in death of Lumby woman
VERNON – A North Okanagan man has been found guilty of second degree murder in…
Second incident this month at Vernon museum leaves front door shattered
VERNON – It's the second unpleasant surprise staff at the Greater Vernon Museum and Archives…
Mobile drug consumption service could be cheaper, more effective option for Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – Health officials are nailing down proposed locations for safe injection sites in Kelowna…
Health officials close to releasing proposed locations for safe injection sites in Kelowna, Kamloops
OKANAGAN – Health officials are nailing down proposed locations for safe injection sites in Kelowna…
UPDATE: Small earthquake shakes the North Okanagan
NORTH OKANAGAN – A small earthquake shook parts of Vernon and Lumby today. Residents took…
Jury to decide if North Okanagan man was too drunk, stoned to form intent for murder
VERNON – The fate of a North Okanagan man who fatally shot his girlfriend two…
One of nine people wanted for drug dealing turns up in Logan Lake
LOGAN LAKE – One of nine suspects wanted in connection with an alleged drug trafficking…
UPDATE: Crash north of Vernon claims life of Kamloops woman
NORTH OKANAGAN – Emergency crews raced to the scene of a serious car crash Tuesday…
Vernon woman participating in race the equivalent of five Ironmans
“I’M LOOKING FORWARD TO IT LIKE YOU WOULDN’T BELIEVE” VERNON – After a car accident…
Naturalist group fears road construction will ruin wetland trail in Vernon
VERNON – There’s concern that a road expansion project will destroy a popular walking trail.…
Accused takes stand in own defence at North Okanagan murder trial
VERNON – The man accused of murdering a Lumby woman says he doesn’t remember shooting…
“In their hands our future lies”: Splatsin chief speaks emotionally at teachers conference
ENDERBY – The Chief of the Spatsin First Nation recalls being name-called and ridiculed by…
Video series sheds light on Vernon and Shuswap internment camps
VERNON – A former internment camp at what is now W.L. Seaton Secondary School in…
Lawyers question witness about North Okanagan man’s level of impairment the night of alleged murder
VERNON – Testimony in the second degree murder trial of a North Okanagan man today…
North Okanagan woman likely shot to death at close range with a single bullet: pathologist
VICTIM SUFFERED FRACTURED RIB BEFORE SHE DIED VERNON – A North Okanagan woman likely suffered…
North Okanagan museum locked down after suspected live bomb found on display
ARMSTRONG – A museum in the North Okanagan was locked down earlier this month after…
Greenway leading into Vernon not looking so green in places
VERNON – There’s concern the greenway just north of Vernon isn’t quite living up to…
Salmon Arm man fined after recommending mining shares to clients
SALMON ARM – A mutual fund salesperson from Salmon Arm was slapped with a heavy…
Vernon garden project will help marginalized women, refugees, children and others in need of healthy food
VERNON – Good things are growing at Patchwork Farms in Vernon. The garden, located at…
Child struck by car on crosswalk near Armstrong school
ARMSTRONG – A child was taken to hospital and treated for minor injuries after being…