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Vernon RCMP officers assaulted, bear sprayed
A man and a woman are facing numerous possible charges after two Vernon RCMP officers…
Tell a funny travel story, learn how to speak Spanish in Vernon
A group of Vernon Spanish speakers are offering free language classes that will benefit travellers.…
Dredge work to improve canal linking Kalamalka and Wood Lakes tied up in red tape
A Lake Country resident who wants to see safe passage for boaters between Kalamalka and…
Vernon edible garden built next to elementary school promotes food security to students
A Vernon permaculture group growing edible gardens in the city has expanded to involve students…
Southern Interior’s largest printing company celebrates 100 years
A printing company founded in Vernon is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. Wayside, originally…
Indigenous Vernon MMA athlete celebrating tournament win in Houston
An Indigenous MMA athlete from Vernon is returning home after winning a tournament in Houston,…
Kelowna man in custody after stealing Camaro at gunpoint
Kelowna RCMP have a man in custody after an overnight crime spree that started in…
Curtis Sagmoen gets Vernon trial date for assaulting a cop
The trial for a North Okanagan man charged with assaulting a police officer has been…
North Okanagan’s newest ‘glampground’ is ‘cannabis, alcohol and party-friendly’
After just five days in operation the bookings are already pouring in for the Utopia…
Artist unveils Vernon studio featuring work based on Christie Mountain wildfire
A Vancouver-based artist is exploring Okanagan wildfires and the connection to tourism, the economy, grief…
Controversial Vernon goose cull will not be happening this year
A controversial Vernon goose cull program isn’t going ahead this year as the city waits…
RCMP vehicles damaged in Vernon as suspect tries to get away
Police took a man into custody following a disturbance that resulted in damage to two…
Kelowna haunted house builders pass torch to Vernon
One of Kelowna’s signature Halloween events has fallen under the weight of the pandemic but…
Vernon’s Towne Theatre set for some big upgrades
Efforts to bring new life to the historic Vernon Towne Cinema are well on their…
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Okanagan
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for the Okanagan valley today. Environment Canada says…
Tiny rattlesnake in Vernon packs a punch; prompts a warning
Fairfield Animal Clinic posted a cute puppy picture this weekend with an important public warning.…
Construction work for Vernon winery on hold due to flooding concerns
Plans to make Vernon a world-class wine destination are currently paused as city workers address…
Vernon ski area first to guarantee a living wage
Vernon's Sovereign Lake Nordic Club is the first ski area in Canada to signify its…
Vernon businesses have mixed views on downtown street closure to traffic
Vernon businesses have mixed views about closing downtown streets to traffic this summer. The Downtown…
Vernon museum hosting exhibit created to remember residential school survivors
A timely exhibit on Canada’s residential schools will be at the Greater Vernon Museum and…
Caravan Farm Theatre unveils upcoming season
As COVID-19 restrictions ease and B.C. plans for performances this summer, the North Okanagan's famous farm…
Vernon RCMP crack down on downtown crime
Vernon RCMP officers focused on reducing crime in the city's downtown core have been busy.…
OKIB calls on federal, provincial governments to replace ‘monuments of oppression’
The Okanagan Indian Band chief and council are calling on the federal and provincial governments…
Vernon museum tagged with graffiti
The Greater Vernon Museum and Archives building was tagged with graffiti this week but its…