Charlotte Helston
REPORTER
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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84-year-old Vernon woman whacks intruder with cane to stop break-in
VERNON – It was a frightening morning for an 84-year-old Vernon resident. Police say shortly…
Bullied as a kid, Vernon woman never thought she’d have the confidence to share her story on a world stage
VERNON – Once ashamed to speak because of a speech impediment, a Vernon woman is…
Salmon Arm high school student charged with uttering threats for social media post
SALMON ARM – A high school student from Salmon Arm is facing serious consequences after…
No bail for man accused of wife’s murder 30 years ago in Vernon
VERNON – A man accused of conspiring to murder his wife more than 30 years…
Vernon councillor walked through life making every word, every cent and every vote count
VERNON – Bob Spiers left home on Monday morning and walked to Vernon City Hall,…
Police investigate hit and run collision in Spallumcheen
SPALLUMCHEEN – North Okanagan police are investigating a hit and run this morning that caused…
Former Vernon teacher acquitted of sex assault against student claims discrimination by employer
A former Vernon teacher says she was unfairly fired from her job as a youth…
Vernon councillor known as city’s financial watchdog dies suddenly
VERNON – A longtime Vernon councillor has died. Coun. Bob Spiers, 71, passed away last night,…
VIDEO: Vernon cops not kidding around with fugitive goat
VERNON – Police apprehend all kinds of interesting characters, but this weekend in Vernon, they…
North Okanagan couple scores million dollar lottery win
ENDERBY – A North Okanagan couple has a million reasons to celebrate after winning the…
Crash claims life of Armstrong man
ENDERBY – A man is dead following a car crash on a rural road in…
Why Okanagan cherry growers are turning to helicopters to save their crops
OKANAGAN – Some Okanagan cherry growers had to take expensive measures to rescue their crops…
Okanagan man’s offensive Facebook video doesn’t break the law: RCMP
CONTENT ADVISORY OKANAGAN – A Lake Country man’s Facebook posts and videos about young girls…
Referendum for new Vernon cultural facility set for October
VERNON – Voters will have their say on a new cultural facility for Greater Vernon…
Man charged with mother’s murder in Vernon not criminally responsible due to mental disorder
VERNON – A 22-year-old man from the Philippines will go before an independent tribunal now…