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Green Valley Motel
A new chapter begins for Vernon’s infamous Green Valley Motel
VERNON – It’s out with the old, in with the new at a prominent Vernon…
Man found guilty of gun charges in 2014 Vernon shooting
“HE TOOK CREDIT FOR CHASING THE ROBBERS” VERNON – After two men tried to rip…
Tentative deal reached in sale of Vernon’s Green Valley Motel
VERNON – A well-known Vernon property could be in store for some changes. First listed…
Defence argues critical witnesses were absent from Vernon shooting trial
VERNON – Defence lawyers in a Vernon shooting and attempted murder trial say what really…
Suspects head to trial in two-year-old Vernon shooting, attempted murder case
VERNON – A trio of men arrested in connection with a shooting incident in Polson…
Suspicious fire at vacant, notorious Vernon motel
VERNON – RCMP are investigating a suspicious fire at an infamous Vernon motel last night.…
Vernon homeless camp growing after motel evictions
VERNON - A Vernon homeless camp has grown in the days following an eviction order at the Green Valley Motel, according to shelter workers. Tenants had to be out of the motel by Sept. 1, and while a small number sought lodging at the Gateway Shelter, it appears others have turned to the street, John...
Plan in place to support people evicted from Vernon motel
VERNON - Local organizations have a plan in place to support people evicted from the Green Valley Motel. Tenants must be out of the building by the end of the day today, Aug. 31, and Annette Sharkey from the Social Planning Council for the North Okanagan says local organizations, primarily the John Howard Society, are...
More evictions expected, more affordable housing likely lost in Vernon
NOWHERE TO GO VERNON - Not long after eviction notices were served to tenants of the Green Valley Motel, residents of another low-cost apartment building in Vernon are counting what they believe could be their final days. The Belair Apartments on 32 Street, just down the road from Boston Pizza, recently sold, and that’s left...
Vernon mayor tight-lipped about Green Valley Motel evictions
VERNON - As tenants of the Green Valley Motel search for new homes after being served eviction notices last week, discussions about the property are going on behind closed doors at Vernon city hall. People living at the motel need to be gone in two months, and local agencies like the John Howard Society and...
Vernon’s Green Valley Motel on police and council radars
VERNON - A notorious Vernon motel was thrust under the spotlight at a recent Vernon city council meeting. During a presentation by acting RCMP Supt. Jim McNamara, Coun. Brian Quiring brought up his concerns about the Green Valley Motel on Highway 97 across from Polson Park. “It appears to be a haven for people that...
Vernon motel could be yours for just over $1M
VERNON - A downtown motel familiar to most Vernon residents is up for sale. The Green Valley Motel on Highway 97 across from Polson Park is on the market for $1,195,000. Built in 1965, the motel features 27 units currently rented out by the month. A description of the listing suggests it has lots of...
Salmon Arm man struck with metal pipe during bizarre altercation
POLICE APPEALING TO PUBLIC FOR INFORMATION ABOUT SUSPECTS VERNON - Mounties say a Salmon Arm man was attacked through his car window last week while stopped at an intersection. The unusual assault occurred last Wednesday, Feb. 11, around 9:15 p.m. in front of the Green Valley Motel on 25 Avenue. A 26-year-old Salmon Arm man...