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Vernon man arrested after allegedly driving drunk, crashing into semi-trailer
VERNON – A 27-year-old Vernon man has been arrested after allegedly driving drunk and crashing…
Band chief says derogatory sign targeting Indigenous people part of growing trend
CONTENT ADVISORY ENDERBY – A sign posted on the side of a North Okanagan highway…
Vernon’s new top cop speaks to ‘inclusive’ outlook
Vernon’s new top cop Supt. Shawna Baher has officially taken the helm of the Vernon…
RCMP dive teams unable to find missing Vernon teacher
NORTH OKANAGAN – The search for a Vernon high school teacher who went missing last…
Woman using crosswalk struck by car in downtown Vernon
VERNON – A woman was taken to hospital today after being struck by a car.…
Crime slowed down in much of the Thompson-Okanagan last year, says Stats Can
It was a slightly better picture for crime in the Thompson-Okanagan last year, according to…
Looking for a forever home; Vernon SPCA pet of the week
VERNON – An adorable duo are featured this week from the Vernon SPCA. Chelsea Taylor…
An inside look at one of the Okanagan’s first licensed marijuana production facilities
FALKLAND – Just off Highway 97 on the way to Falkland is a large, warehouse-style…
Vernon woman arrested following hedge fire
VERNON – A 27-year-old Vernon woman was arrested by RCMP this morning after allegedly setting…
RCMP investigating after Vernon teen attacked
VERNON – Vernon RCMP are investigating after an 18-year-old Vernon woman reported being assaulted by…
More needle drop boxes heading to Vernon
VERNON – Two large needle drop boxes scheduled to be installed in Polson Park in…
Brief reprieve from the heat in the Okanagan
KELOWNA – Unsettled and cooler conditions are in store for the Okanagan, but there may…
Vernon RCMP make three arrests related to local drug trade
VERNON – Police in Vernon say they are continuing to crack down on drug dealers.…
UPDATE: Missing North Okanagan man’s kayak, vehicle located near Mabel Lake
NORTH OKANAGAN – Police and Vernon Search and Rescue are searching Mabel Lake today for…
Sausage-nabbing duo arrested for thefts at Vernon farm stand
VERNON – A pair of people caught on camera stealing from a local farm’s honour…
Vernon family has a lucky escape when a neighbour discovers their house is on fire
VERNON – Brandon Colvin awoke at 6 a.m. yesterday to the sound of someone furiously…
Have thieves ruined the wonderful tradition of farm honour boxes in the North Okanagan?
It’s becoming rarer and rarer, but some trusting farmers are still keeping the tradition of…
Dry lightning forecast in Southern Interior could pose challenge for wildfire crews
More thunderstorms with dry lightning are expected in the Southern Interior today, which could pose…
iN PHOTOS: Lightning, fire and sunsets in the Okanagan
Last night's thunder and lightning show won't soon be forgotten but hopefully it's because we…
Vernon teen nabbed by police after bear spray attack at Kal Beach
VERNON – A Vernon teen is facing possible charges of assault with a weapon and…
Morning update on small wildfire burning in hills above Vernon
VERNON – A smoky, highly visible fire sparked by lightning last night in the hills…
Emergency crews respond to two lightning-caused fires in Vernon area
VERNON – The Vernon Fire Department received more than 500 calls in one hour Tuesday…
Vernon dentist handed ten days in jail for defying court during ‘high conflict’ family dispute
VERNON – A Vernon man has been given the firmest of reminders that court orders…
Hundreds of thousands of Interior Health needles remain unaccounted for
HOW INTERIOR HEALTH CALCULATED ITS CLAIM THAT 99 PER CENT OF NEEDLES ARE PROPERLY DISPOSED…