By Tom Mark

RCMP Say Canada Day Weekend Went Well

Jul 4, 2018 | 11:46 AM

Vernon North Okanagan RCMP is thanking the community for celebrating the Canada Day long weekend in true Canadian fashion

RCMP responded to approximately 250 calls for service over a three day period.

Constable Kelly Brett says given the number of events occurring around the North Okanagan, there were a small number of arrests made for public intoxication and violation tickets issued for public alcohol consumption.

She says officers and volunteers engaged in many proactive interactions with the community over the weekend, which in turn created a positive environment for everyone to enjoy the long weekend safely

“Our officers and volunteers engaged in many proactive interactions with the community over the weekend, which in turn created a positive environment for everyone to enjoy the long weekend safely”.

Smoky Skies

Air quality warning issued for the Okanagan

45m ago

Emergency Disaster Services

Vernon Salvation Army mobile team out supporting vulnerable people

2h ago

Housing Starts

Local housing construction declined in June, down for year so far

7h ago

Extra police resources were assigned to the Funtastic Softball Tournament during the evening hours.

Officers were on site both in Vernon and Enderby conducting patrols and interacting with players and spectators.

“The event is a great draw for the community and the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP is happy to report no major issues came out of the event this year.” Says Vernon North Okanagan RCMP Acting Operations Officer, Sgt. Tory Romailler.

“It appeared everyone involved enjoyed themselves, despite the rainy weather.”

The Vernon North Okanagan RCMP is reminding the public to continue to celebrate responsibly over the summer months.

Plan ahead, don’t drink and drive.

by Tom Mark