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Vernon RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk off duty for good

VERNON - He was a well known face at the police station and on the news, but you won't be seeing Vernon's longtime RCMP spokesperson anymore. Gord Molendyk, who served over as an RCMP officer, and then a media spokesperson, for over 40 years has announced he’s retiring. “My job over the years working with...

Vernon’s top cop reflects on 35 years with the RCMP

VERNON - RCMP Superintendent Reg Burgess’ entry into the police force 35 years ago was a serendipitous one. The now 60-year-old had a business administration degree under his belt and was working as a loans manager in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He was single and rooming with a fellow who happened to be a police officer....

Vernon’s top cop stepping into retirement

VERNON - Vernon’s top cop is retiring. Supt. Reg Burgess made the announcement in front of Vernon City Council Tuesday afternoon.   “I think he did really well. In recent years, we were doing better than the national average in terms of addressing crime,” Coun. Juliette Cunningham says. “It was great working with him.” Burgess...

Vernon paralympian Josh Dueck announces retirement

VERNON - Beloved Vernon athlete and three-time Paralympic medallist Josh Dueck is moving on to a new chapter in his life. After winning gold and silver medals at the Sochi Paralympic Winter Games, the sit-skier has decided to retire. “So, the time has come to retire from competition and redirect my energy on family, community...

Peachland council takes steps towards final approval of 125-acre development

PEACHLAND - Peachland city council is pushing forward with plans for a 125-acre development project on the Northern boundary of the lakeside city. Before council gives the project final approval, the Ministry of Transportation needs to review the plans and ensure access is possible, said Heidi Simkins, the city’s planning administrator. If council approves the...