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Five tips to stay connected to friends, family this Easter long weekend
With the Easter long weekend just days away, the Canadian Mental Health Association is offering…
Vernon dad lets his kids cut his hair and launches ‘COVID Cut Challenge’
A Vernon dad in need of a hair cut allowed his kids to cut his…
Why Kamloops, Okanagan economies could bounce back before others
An Interior based economist says the economy of the Kamloops-Okanagan region is positioned to bounce-back…
Okanagan Indian Band rolls out meal programs for elders and those in need
Okanagan Indian Band care aids are delivering hot meals to elders in need. Chief Byron…
Judge has to make tough decision in Salmon Arm doggy custody battle
A Provincial Court Judge has ruled on the future of two dogs after a separated…
‘White Heart’ project launched in North Okanagan to say thank you to health care workers
In an effort to find a way for the public to show their gratitude to…
COVID-19 sees Vernon scrap utility bill interest, downtown parking meter enforcement
The City of Vernon is waiving interest charges on utility bills and has scrapped parking…
Vernon dealership giving away 2 free vehicles to families affected by COVID-19
A Vernon car dealership is giving away two free vehicles to families in the community…
Half of Canadians $200 away from going broke and rent is due today
For the first time since the novel coronavirus swept through the country, millions of Canadians…
Tips on teaching the kids at home from a Salmon Arm parent who’s been there, done that
"Give yourself some grace." It's the recurring message homeschooling parent Candice Munro wants to give…
BREAKING: B.C. has not yet reached the peak, as COVID-19 cases climb: provincial health officer
"We are not through the storm yet, we have not yet reached the peak." Provincial…
Someone in Vernon is $1 million richer
A Vernon lottery ticket has won $1 million. No winning ticket was sold for the…
How long are we going to be under lockdown? Prepare for four months
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's announcement that people who have lost their jobs due to COVID-19…
Cannabis, booze and dry cleaning all classed as essential services in B.C.
It's obvious that doctors, nurses, and the people at B.C. Hydro that keep the lights…
Illicit drug users across the province given easier access to safe supply
In response to COVID-19, illicit drug users across the province will now have an easier…
Self isolation brings uptick for backyard chickens
As supermarkets remain busy and liquor stores report increased sales, the coronavirus situation also appears…
Vernon councillor calls for fines, tougher action for breaking social distancing rules
A Vernon city councillor is calling for the City to take a more hardline approach and…
Dr. Bonnie Henry tries to clarify rules for gatherings up to 50 people
B.C. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry tried to make a further clarification today about…
Interior Health orders self-isolation after possible COVID-19 exposure at Vernon high school
Staff and students who attend Vernon's Clarence Fulton Secondary School have been ordered to self-isolate…
Sign of the times: Okanagan Rail Trail northern parking lot closed, loos removed
The District of Coldstream has closed the Kickwillie parking lot, a popular place to access…
Cyclist in Vernon hit by SUV, then assaulted
Vernon RCMP are investigating after a cyclist was deliberating hit by an SUV, and was…
Vernon RCMP taser man attacking vehicle with lacrosse stick
Vernon RCMP used a taser on a 29-year-old after he ran at them armed with…
iN VIDEO: Vernon bagpiper takes to deck to serenade the neighbourhood during self-isolation
While footage of Italians singing from their balconies has been viewed around the world, one…
Yes, there’s probably someone with COVID-19 in your community
Just one week ago the questions on people's minds were: Where are the COVID-19 cases…