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Future of Vernon’s sustainable garden unclear
VERNON – Built as an example of sustainable gardening, tucked between Okanagan Science Centre and…
North Okanagan-Shuswap Election 2019: How does your candidate view a woman’s right to choose
NORTH OKANAGAN – In case you missed it, abortion has re-emerged as a topic of…
Enforcement unit looks to enhance policing in downtown Vernon
VERNON – A two-constable unit is gaining attention in downtown Vernon. The Vernon North Okanagan…
Vernon man arrested after shots heard in BX area
VERNON – A 24-year-old Vernon man was arrested yesterday, Sept. 23, after a family dispute…
Plenty of chances to see North Okanagan-Shuswap federal election candidates in action
VERNON – It's a chance to get up close and personal with the federal election…
Judge dismisses evidence in Salmon Arm child pornography case due to search warrant wording
SALMON ARM – A judge has ruled digital files seized by police and thought to…
Homeless woman arrested for assault on downtown Vernon store owner
VERNON – A homeless woman was arrested after she allegedly turned violent and assaulted the…
Judge rules police action lawful in first stage of Sagmoen trial
VERNON – A Supreme Court judge has ruled statements given by Curtis Sagmoen to police…
First days of fall bring unsettled conditions to Okanagan
KELOWNA – The first days of autumn will bring fall-like weather conditions to the Okanagan.…
B.C. conservation officer who saved bear cubs looks to ‘hold govt. accountable’ in new non-profit role
Despite the potential repercussions, when former B.C. Conservation Officer Bryce Casavant was ordered to euthanize…
Diwali returns to Vernon for year two
VERNON – After a successful first year, organizers are back with the much-anticipated Diwali in…
Health concern closes Sicamous elementary school
SICAMOUS – Parkview Elementary School is closed until further notice due to an unknown “musty…
Fall is almost here: Two Okanagan cities named seasonal destinations
VERNON – Nearly one month after pumpkin spice everything hit coffee shop menus and filled…
Looking for a forever home; Vernon SPCA pet of the week
VERNON – Sonny just moved to the sunny Okanagan from Alberta and is looking for…
Are you a born entertainer? Then Okanagan’s Got Talent wants to see your flair
VERNON – If you've got talent and you dream of being a star and getting…
Trucks facing stricter fines for not using tire chains
VERNON – Commercial truckers in B.C. will now face higher fines for not using tire…
Two Interior MPs spend big on taxpayer funded spousal flights
Two of the region's MPs have spent over $230,000 of taxpayer's money on travel expenses…
‘My whole life has been in apples:’ Davison Orchards from humble beginning to busy tourist spot
VERNON – Dressed in a baggy plaid shirt, with jeans that are at least one…
The changing face of Vernon’s lakeshore: condos, hotel and more proposed
VERNON – Imagine sipping a latte from a cafe overlooking Okanagan Lake in Vernon, while…
iN VIDEO: RCMP interview shows rare glimpse of Sagmoen’s first 24 hours in custody
VERNON – Video footage released by the courts gives a brief glimpse of police interviewing…
Vernon RCMP appeal for dashcam footage in hope to find missing 72-year-old
VERNON – RCMP are appealing to the public for anyone who may have dashcam footage…
UPDATE: Missing North Okanagan man found safe and sound
UPDATE: 12:49 p.m. Sept. 18, 2019 VERNON – RCMP say a missing 55-year-old North Okanagan…
Tolko reducing capacity at its Armstrong, Williams Lake lumber mills
VERNON – Vernon-based forestry company Tolko Industries has announced it is implementing a "flexible operating…
Vernon city councillor pitches ‘out of the box’ solution to discarded needles
VERNON – It appears Vernon city councillor Kari Gares is now heading into council meetings…