Falkland is new home of RCMP Traffic Services

There will be an increased police presence in Falkland — but not because of a crime issue.

The RCMP detachment in the small community west of Vernon is the new headquarters for North Okanagan Traffic Services, which has moved from Vernon.

Seven constables, two corporals, a sergeant and public service worker will work out of the building, some of them responsible for traffic enforcement throughout the North Okanagan and Shuswap.

“The corporal and two constables who work out of this detachment have eagerly been making room for their new housemates,” said Const. Jocelyn Noseworthy, media relations officer.