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High winds expected this weekend according to special weather statement
Wind and a return of smoky skies are expected to complicate fire suppression efforts across…
High lake level brings North Okanagan septic concerns to the surface
VERNON – The chief of the Okanagan Indian Band says this year’s flooding event is…
Donate B.C. wildfire relief goods only to agencies prepared to handle them
Calls from people offering donations of food, water, clothing and volunteer hands are rolling in,…
Loss of condo building not helping Vernon’s housing crisis
"WHERE ARE THESE PEOPLE GOING TO GO?" VERNON – The John Howard Society is calling…
Sunny, hot weather continues for Okanagan into the weekend
OKANAGAN – The forecast calls for sunshine and hot temperatures for the rest of the week…
UPDATE: B.C. Wildfire firefighters under investigation for allegedly starting their own campfire
A social media post showing B.C. Wildfire firefighters standing around a campfire while a province-wide…
Fire officials wrap up investigation into cause of Vernon condo fire
VERNON – Those forced out of their homes by a violent fire in Vernon earlier…
North Okanagan RCMP make arrest after suspect gets stuck inside crashed, stolen semi truck
VERNON – A trail of damage was left in the wake of what police are…
Online rumours muddying real information on B.C. wildfires
When it comes to evacuation orders, locations of wildfires and road closures, many are leaning…
Vernon semi truck crash sparks small grass fire
VERNON – Emergency officials were all over an early morning highway incident yesterday that ignited…
Vernon bank robbery suspect facing charges
VERNON – Police made an arrest earlier this week in connection with a robbery at…
No, Vernon’s therapy dog program isn’t shutting down
VERNON – Vernon’s Therapy Dog Program is the focus of some confusion following claims that…
Flooding still has some waterfront properties in North Okanagan under evacuation order
NORTH OKANAGAN – As wildfires rage across the province, some people in the North Okanagan…
Police ask for help to find missing Vernon man
VERNON – RCMP are asking for the public’s help to find a missing 34-year-old Vernon…
Finding housing the biggest concern now for Vernon residents displaced by fire
"I DON'T KNOW WHAT I'M GOING TO DO" VERNON – With the shock and panic…