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Category Archives: Vernon

Options for recreation facilities discussed behind closed doors
Options for an active living centre have been discussed behind closed doors by local politicians.An in-camera meeting was held at Kal Tire Place Tuesday involving council reps from Vernon, and also be...
Jan 22, 2020
Tasting event returning to SilverStar
SilverStar Mountain Resort is bringing back the perfect event to close out the winter season.The Vernon-area resort along with the B.C. Wine Cider and Spirits Festival have announced the return of Sho...
Jan 22, 2020
Queen Silver Star candidates showcase talents
It's down to the final three for the Queen Silver Star Excellence Program's talent showcase.The candidates presented the talents speeches Saturday at the Schubert Centre: Miss Johnston Meier Insurance...
Jan 22, 2020
Horgan makes changes to cabinet
Premier John Horgan has made a few changes to his cabinet that he says show his government's commitment to a strong, sustainable, and innovative economy."These ministers will work hard every day to de...
Jan 22, 2020
Community Futures prepares for the Rural Northern Immigration Pilot project
Beginning Feb. 1. Vernon-based employers seeking staff for highly skilled positions can spread the word through the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot's (RNIP) website. Announced last year, the City...
Jan 21, 2020
'It will negatively impact all who live, breathe, drink and eat from that water': Group opposes discharge into lake
A local environmental group is opposed to the City of Vernon's plan to discharge reclaimed wastewater into Okanagan Lake.The city is taking the action due to its MacKay reservoir nearing maximum stora...
Jan 21, 2020
Volunteers needed for Ski Nationals
Volunteers are needed for the Canadian Cross Country Ski Championships and US Super Tour Finals to be held at the Sovereign Lake Nordic Club March 25 to April 2.The organizing committee believes 250 v...
Corey Fischer Jan 21, 2020
City of Vernon announces changes to water reclamation
The City of Vernon announced changes to its water reclamation process this afternoon. Starting February 2020 treated reclaimed water will be discharged to Okanagan Lake for a portion of the year as op...
Jan 20, 2020
Telus donates to local mental health program for youth
The Telus Future Friendly Foundation is providing a $10,000 grant to improve mental health education for local youth. The funds will support the Youth Mental Health Connections program developed by th...
Jan 20, 2020
ICBC announces new glass and collision repair programs
Following nearly $2 billion in loses over the past two years and a heap of public scrutiny, ICBC has announced new collision and glass repair programs aimed at saving costs and improving shop accounta...
Jan 20, 2020

What Matters

Charger rollout
Phased approach planned for EV chargers at Vernon ALC
4h ago
Secondary Dwellings
Coldstream considering more housing on agricultural lands
6h ago
Wildfire Risks
Okanagan's Fire Danger Rating already up to Moderate
Apr 23, 2026
Structure Fire Response
VFRS undertaking annual structure fire training
Apr 23, 2026
Beaver Lake and Vernon Creek Watershed Improvements
Lake Country taking action to support water management, flows at area watershed
Apr 22, 2026