Category Archives: Vernon

Vernon will not be getting its usual grant amount from casino revenues due to the gambling outlets being closed by the Covid pandemic until further notice. But the city is still going ahead with sever...

The Okanagan has become the provincial hotspot for COVID-19 cases. The B.C. Centre for Disease Control says 107 cases were reported in the region between July 10 and 23 -well ahead of Fraser South at ...

The summer weather we're used to in the Okanagan is about to arrive. Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement that says a strong ridge of high pressure will build over the Southern In...

A 49-year-old Vernon man is facing assault charges after an incident near Kal Beach in Coldstream.A report of an assault - and a machete at the scene - led to a multi-unit response by police to the 13...

Dogs and cats need to eat too, and with that in mind, the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP is getting on board with an initiative to make sure Bowser and Scruffy don't go hungry. Local Mounties are joining ...

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for the North Okanagan.Environment Canada issued a statement at 9:26 a.m. Friday saying conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorm...

A wildland fuel management project in the Foothils area of Vernon has been completed in less time than expected. A private contractor started conducting low risk, category 2 small pile burning on a 10...

As live theatre takes a bow for now due to these unprecedented times, B.C.'s renowned Caravan Farm Theatre has taken steps to ensure its future.Staff, board members, and theatre alumni are busy workin...

The fine for 'dooring' in British Columbia is being quadrupled.To help reduce cycling collisions and better protect everyone on the road, anyone opening the door of a parked car when it is not reasona...

B.C.'s provincial health officer is issuing a new order to try and reduce the spread of Covid-19 in the province. Dr. Bonnie Henry is requiring those who rent properties -- such as rooms, houses, air ...