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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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Top City of Penticton staffer gives his notice
PENTICTON – The top staffer at the City of Penticton is leaving his post. Eric…
Investigators ‘looking at the bigger picture’ as suspicious fires spike in Vernon neighbourhood
VERNON – Another suspicious fire is under investigation in the Vernon area. This time, BX-Swan…
Home sweet home in under 300-square-feet: Life-changing house takes shape in Vernon
VERNON – It’s a tiny prototype that could make a big difference with homelessness in…
Rusty old cars getting a pricey tow from Okanagan Lake in Vernon
VERNON – The City of Vernon is cleaning up its backyard and it isn't cheap.…
Police renew call for tips in case of missing North Okanagan woman
VERNON – Police are reaching out to seasonal residents who may have been in the…
Vernon robber left trail of coffee cups, and fingerprints
VERNON – A cup of coffee led to a Vernon robber's downfall. With his face…
Stolen front loader used to knock over Vernon ATM machine
VERNON – Police in the North Okanagan are investigating an unusual crime involving an ATM…
Suspect who fled empty-handed after Vernon corner store robbery now facing charges
VERNON – A man who police say fled empty-handed after running into a language barrier…
Coroners report sheds light on Vernon care home death
VERNON – The B.C. Coroners Service has ruled a high profile care home death three…
Say goodbye to free parking at Vernon’s Civic Arena
VERNON – Pretty soon, it will no longer be free to park at Vernon’s Civic…
Amount of litter in Shuswap River on the rise this summer
VERNON – Discarded beverage containers, bikes and abandoned tubes are creating an eyesore on the…
Vernon council asked to put a cork in grocery store wine sales
VERNON – Local liquor retailers want Vernon council to keep grocery store wine sales at…
Vernon council not interested in restricting marijuana sales
VERNON – Vernon city council has chosen to stand back while the federal government works…
Survey sheds light on racism and discrimination in the North Okanagan
VERNON – Nearly half of those who responded to a recent multiculturalism survey said they…
Vernon councillor concerned city isn’t getting fair share of homelessness, addiction funding
"WE HAVE THE SAME ISSUES" VERNON – A Vernon councillor is concerned the city is…
Vernon woman’s pet pig can stay, at least for now
VERNON – A Vernon woman can keep her pet pig, at least on an interim…
Teen vampire film set to shoot in Vernon
VERNON – A teen vampire flick is the latest movie slated to shoot in Vernon.…
Vernon looks at options to mitigate risks in aging civic buildings
VERNON – City hall, the police station and the parkade are among 15 facilities on…
Vernon cop who pushed woman’s broken-down car an entire block humbled by attention
'IT WAS EITHER GOING TO BE GOOD, OR IT WAS GOING TO BE LIKE A…
Disclosed Hullcar aquifer documents reignite concerns among North Okanagan residents
VERNON – After combing through a series of documents released as part of an extensive…
Police seek tips in alleged Vernon hit and run
VERNON – Police in Vernon are looking for information about an alleged hit and run…
Charges recommended against Enderby youth for fire at high school
ENDERBY – Police are recommending charges of arson and mischief against an Enderby youth who…
Campers reminded to properly store food and other wildlife attractants
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Don’t put yourself, your fellow campers and surrounding wildlife in danger by being…
Indigenous youth prepare for multi-day journey the length of Okanagan Lake
VERNON – Indigenous youth will lead a five-day canoe journey across traditional Syilx territory and…