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An inspection into the state of the Vernon courthouse building is taking longer than first thought. A structural engineer was hired last week to evaluate the 105 year old building, with the results of...

Fire mitigation activities will start this week on City of Kelowna property near UBC Okanagan. "Six and a half hectares, equivalent to approximately six Apple Bowl Stadiums, will undergo mechanical fu...

A former Seaton student, who has gone on to become a well-known singer-songwriter, returned to his alma mater for an impromptu concert. SonReal -- who's real name is Aaron Hoffman -- went on the schoo...

Emergency Preparedness Week is underway in B.C., where residents are urged to plan ahead to help protect loved ones and reduce stress during an emergency. That includes making a plan, such as knowing ...

It's something that impacts nearly 1 in 5 Canadians and the Vernon Branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association is doing their part to raise awareness through their annual Mental Health Week. " We...

UPDATE A change of ownership won't change the focus of a Vernon based business. Buy-Low Foods has purchased Nature's Fare Markets from the Monahan family, which includes seven stores in B.C., and the ...

After more than a century in downtown Vernon, RBC (formerly Royal Bank) has announced it will be closing the branch this fall. A sign has been posted at the bank at 32nd Street and 30th Avenue, announ...

Greater Vernon politicians will discuss a funding strategy for the proposed multi purpose cultural centre later this week. The issue is due for discussion at Thursday's Greater Vernon Advisory Committ...

An upgrade to part of Vernon's 48th Avenue is expected to get underway today, which will cause some disruption to traffic. The City says the project will take place from 29th Street to Highway 97, and...

The Armstrong Shamrocks spoiled the home opener for the Vernon Tigers, a team making its return to senior lacrosse after a six year absence. The Shamrocks, the defending champions of the Thompson Okaa...