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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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UPDATE: Police investigate shots fired at Vernon home
VERNON – Police are investigating after shots were fired at a home with three children…
Crash snarls traffic downtown in Vernon
VERNON – Emergency crews are responding to a crash at a busy Vernon intersection. Rescue…
Fundraiser underway after fire destroys Vernon home
VERNON – Fire ripped apart a home in Vernon yesterday afternoon. Smoke and flames from…
New Vernon Recreation Centre entrance opening up next week
VERNON – You’ll be able to see what construction crews at the Vernon Recreation Centre…
Training pays off as lifeguards attend to unconscious child at Vernon pool
VERNON – A frightening and emotional situation at the Vernon Aquatic Centre ended well thanks…
Government meeting to focus on contaminated drinking water in the North Okanagan
SPALLUMCHEEN – Residents will sit down with government representatives tomorrow to discuss the issue of…
Heads up drivers, new one-way streets coming to downtown Vernon
VERNON – Things will look a little different in downtown Vernon after two streets are…
Parents call for resignation of North Okanagan-Shuswap school board, superintendent over money transfers
SALMON ARM – The entire board of education in the North Okanagan-Shuswap School District, and…
Canada Day in Vernon to be ‘something we haven’t seen in a number of years’
‘IT’S GOING TO BE SOMETHING WE HAVEN’T SEEN IN A NUMBER OF YEARS’ VERNON –…
What to expect on your Vernon tax bill this year
VERNON – Vernon residents will notice a bit of an increase on their tax bill…
Tiny home project to house Vernon youth at risk of homelessness takes off
VERNON – Tiny homes are proving to be a big hit in Vernon. As part…
‘I can no longer in good conscience maintain my seat on the board’: School trustee
NORTH OKANAGAN – Two trustees in the North Okanagan-Shuswap School District no longer feel they…
UPDATE: Car crash near Enderby claims a life
ENDERBY – A fatal car crash just north of Enderby last night is under investigation.…
93-year-old Vernon woman spends two hours a day picking up garbage to ‘keep busy’
VERNON – If you’ve ever walked or biked along Bella Vista Road which hugs the…
Lack of public consultation for Vernon road project could cost the city
VERNON – Vernon council might swallow a $100,000 loss after concerns have arisen about a…
Fire at North Okanagan high school believed to be arson
ENDERBY – A fire inside a North Okanagan high school is being investigated as an…
Classes to resume at Enderby high school after fire
ENDERBY – Things are almost back to normal after a fire forced the evacuation of…
Why not everyone is so cozy with Airbnb rentals
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – With its lakes, wineries and attractions, of course homeowners in the B.C. Southern…
10 local Airbnb rentals that will make you dream of a staycation
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – From luxury condos on the lake to ‘glamping’ in a teepee, the Southern…
Fire forces evacuation at Enderby high school
ENDERBY – High school students in Enderby were evacuated this afternoon due to a fire.…
Date set for murder trial into North Okanagan teacher’s death
VERNON – A North Okanagan man accused of murdering a local school teacher will stand…
HELSTON: Satisfy your wanderlust within 100 miles
My friends and I often grumble about not being able to travel more. It’s too…
Vernon sports track goes $1 million over original budget
VERNON – Contstruction of the Greater Vernon Athletics Park was a million dollars over budget,…
Vernon businesses encourage owners to stop leaving dogs in hot cars, bring them inside instead
VERNON – Some Vernon businesses are making it easier for dog owners to keep their…