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OKIB supported in call to oppose local mining operation
The Okanagan Indian Band has called for a mining operation proposed for the area to be canceled, which has garnered support from the major First Nation political organization.The Okanagan Indian Band ...
Nov 3, 2025
Pile burning going in the Vernon area
Vernon and area residents may notice some smoke in the air from wildfire prevention efforts.The B.C. Wildfire Service (BCWS) said it had compiled four piles of wood debris to burn at the Bailey Road S...
Nov 3, 2025
No drug deaths recorded in Vernon this September
Vernon did not see any lives lost to illicit toxic substances in September.That's according to the B.C. Coroners Service, which reported 158 suspected unregulated drug deaths across the province durin...
Nov 3, 2025
West Kelowna RCMP seek public help locating missing woman
West Kelowna RCMP are asking the public for assistance in locating a missing 65-year-old woman.Renee Leclerc was last seen near her home on Ponderosa Drive. Police say it is unclear when she was last ...
Nov 3, 2025
Outside funds to support Lavington Wetland assessment
The District of Coldstream has moved ahead with a study of the Lavington Wetlands thanks to some financial support.The district has asked that the wetland be assessed to guide the development of a pla...
Nov 3, 2025
Water protection agency commits to support mussel detection project
The organization dedicated to preserving natural waterways in the region has committed funding towards invasion mussel detection technologies.The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) said it pledged $200...
Nov 1, 2025
Coldstream seeking public input on Official Community Plan
Coldstream residents are invited to share their feedback on the district's community growth strategy.The district is considering adopting its new Official Community Plan (OCP), and asked residents to ...
Oct 31, 2025
Kelowna named Canada’s first UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy
Kelowna has been named Canada's first 'UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy', joining a global network that includes San Antonio, Texas, and Mrida, Mexico."This recognition confirms what those in the Ok...
Oct 31, 2025
Quadball regionals to be played in Vernon Saturday
A tournament for the sport formerly known as 'Quidditch' will be held in Vernon Saturday.The Quadball regionals will go from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Polson Park on Nov. 1.The sport combines the speed of r...
Oct 31, 2025
Butt Road and Old Okanagan intersection work on track in West Kelowna
The Butt Road and Old Okanagan Highway improvement project in West Kelowna continues to progress smoothly.City officials confirm to Vernon Matters that recent work has included a city water main upgra...
Oct 31, 2025
