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Boom times? The changing face of Vernon’s main street
Downtown Vernon is going through a revitalization. While 'for lease' signs still dot 30 Avenue,…
‘We will rebuild,’ North Okanagan gymnastics community reeling after facility destroyed by fire
The North Okanagan gymnastics community is mourning the loss of a non-profit’s facility after it…
Firefighters battling flames at Vernon gymnastics club
Emergency crews are on scene of a fire in a Vernon gymnastics club. Witness Kristen…
11 candidates running for vacant council position in Vernon byelection
Eleven candidates will be vying for votes in the City of Vernon's upcoming byelection. Nomination…
Vernon RCMP say suspected bomb not an explosive
Vernon RCMP has confirmed a bomb-like device discovered in a residential apartment yesterday morning was…
Three men to be extradited to US in 15-year-old Okanagan marijuana smuggling case
Three men alleged to have been involved in smuggling marijuana in hollowed-out logs from the…
Vernon slated for two new fast food drive-thru restaurants, including Popeyes
Vernon will soon have two new drive-thru fast-food restaurants. Popeyes Louisiana Chicken and Triple O's…
Two taken to hospital in crash involving cement truck on Trans-Canada near Salmon Arm
Two people were taken to hospital after a crash involving a SUV, a cement truck…
UPDATE: Vernon RCMP evacuate residents, close street after suspected bomb discovered
Vernon RCMP have shut down several blocks of 24 Avenue following the discovery of an…
Okanagan’s latest dining takes place in a 500-year-old farmhouse
To complement its authentic Austrian-German menu, Sparkling Hill Resort has opened a new restaurant in…
Owl rescued at Tolko mill in Armstrong has died
An injured owl that was rescued by an overnight work crew at the Tolko mill…
Salmon Arm man avoids arrest on Tuesday, busted on Wednesday
After a series of recent break-ins in Salmon Arm, RCMP officers arrested two men – one…
North Okanagan elementary schools targeted with anti-mask graffiti
Five North Okanagan elementary schools have been targeted with anti-mask graffiti. Parents, staff and pupils…
Vehicle hits store at Vernon mall
A driver hit a store in a Vernon mall this afternoon smashing a window. The…
Police watchdog recommends charges against Sicamous RCMP officers in ‘altercation’ that sent suspect to hospital
Independent Investigations Office of B.C. has recommended charges against Sicamous RCMP officers involved in an…
Horse shot and killed in rural Salmon Arm
A horse was shot and killed in rural Salmon Arm earlier this month and the…
A ‘paranormal investigation’ may help preserve historic O’Keefe Ranch in Vernon
A paranormal investigation team will be at the Historic O’Keefe Ranch in Vernon this Halloween,…
Person killed in Vernon mobile home fire
A mobile home fire in Vernon last night claimed a life. Vernon Fire Rescue Services…
4 pot-bellied pigs surrendered to SPCA in Vernon highlight ‘mini-pig’ misconception
While some might think it is a great idea to buy a baby pot-bellied pig…
iN VIDEO: New documentary showcases lives of successful Vernon writers
A new documentary featuring Vernon writers will show you don’t need to live in New…
Rumours of serial offender in Vernon unfounded, RCMP say
Warnings of a serial offender in Vernon are unfounded, the RCMP said in response to…
Salmon Arm RCMP on hunt for lawn mower thieves
A trio of masked thieves stole $60,000 worth of lawnmowers in Salmon Arm earlier this…
Vernon’s Spanish-speaking immigrants sharing culture with Canadians through language
The creator of a Facebook page providing tips and tricks for Spanish speakers to adjust…
Edmonton Oilers GM Ken Holland awarded Vernon’s highest civic tribute
The man who put Vernon on the international hockey map is being awarded the city's…