Category Archives: Top News Stories

The North Okanagan Regional District Board rejected a proposal to allow certain committees to make final decisions on some issues without having having to take them back to the full board to be rubber...

Vernon's mayor thinks municipalities should get at least half of the province's share of marijuana tax revenue. Ottawa has agreed to give the provinces 75 percent of the money that comes in once pot b...

There will be lots of smiles and happy people at Vernon's Salvation Army the next few days. The social agency starts handing-out its Christmas hampers and toys to people and families in need today. Li...

The District of Coldstream is concerned about sediment buildup in Coldstream Creek. This fall, sediment that had been washed down in the spring became more visible, and it was determined the buildup a...

The Village of Lumby may link up with a local man promoting the idea of distributing pocket ashtrays around the community. Jack Ellimen sees them as a way to reduce tobacco litter and possibly prevent...

The Vernon Vipers will enjoy the next 12 days sitting at the top of the BCHL standing following a 5-2 win over divisional rival Trail. The Vipers improved their first place record to 25-7-1-4 with 55 ...

Checking Drive BC and Environment Canada, a heavy snowfall warning has been issued for the Trans-Canada Highway from Eagle Pass to Rogers Pass. They say to also expect accumulations of 15 to 25 centim...

Due to high demand, Interior Health (IH) would like to advise the public of the following additional drop-in meningococcal immunization clinics throughout the Okanagan. These clinics are intended to c...

The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, in collaboration with the Interior Health Authority, has ended the Air Quality Advisory issued on December 15 for Lavington due to the high con...

In BCHL action last night the Merritt Centennials came into town and jumped out to a quick 2-0 lead against the Vipers after the first period. Then the Vipers offense kicked in for 4 straight unanswer...