Category Archives: Vernon
Micro-bakery, tours and teas, oh my!
Have you ever been to Mackie Lake House in Coldstream? Brian & Rebecca strapped on the fascinators and did it all for Try it Tuesday....and now you can too! Check out the video below! Tours, picni...
Jun 27, 2025
Power out in Vernon/Spallumcheen
A lot of people are heading to work this morning without coffee on board. The power went out at 5:42 am Friday, affecting 2665 customers in Vernon and Spallumcheen. The outage affects much of East Hil...
Jun 27, 2025
New MP named to National Defence Committee
The Member of Parliament for Vernon-Lake Country-Monashee will spend his first term serving on a federal committee.Conservative Scott Anderson was named to the Standing Committee on National Defence.A...
Jun 27, 2025
Wild Phone installed at Allen Brooks to help people reflect on loved ones lost
The local agency that provides end-of-life care has spearheaded a project to allow people to connect with those who have passed away while surrounded by nature.The North Okanagan Hospice Society (NOHS...
Jun 26, 2025
Vernon provides further clarity on fees and charges, ensures increases are not significant
The City of Vernon has reaffirmed its claim that it's not drastically increasing fees and charges for renting city-owned property.Mayor Victor Cumming, Chief Administrative Officer Peter Weeber, and C...
Jun 26, 2025
Okanagan's drought rating steady at Level 2
The Okanagan's drought conditions have remained steady, despite some cooler, wetter weather.The B.C. River Forecast Centre reported the local area was at Drought Level 2 on Thursday, June 26. This is ...
Jun 26, 2025
Police dog training going in Vernon, no cause for alarm
Vernon North Okanagan RCMP is advising the public that they may see police dogs and their handlers around the city.Police Dog Services will be conducting training exercises in several Vernon neighbour...
Jun 26, 2025
Exploring shade options for two Vernon parks
Vernon city staff have been tasked with investigating shade options at two local parks, though that may not become a reality for the peak summer weather this year.Councillors Kari Gares and Theresa Du...
Jun 26, 2025
Local organization demands action on invasive weed risks
A local organization is demanding an agency be formed to address invasive weeds and reduce their impacts on various sectors in the North Okanagan.The North Okanagan Naturalists Club (NONC) says the re...
Jun 26, 2025
Local outdoor pools opening Friday
Vernon's outdoor pools will officially be opening ahead of the weekend to give people and families a place to cool off in the hot summer months.The Lakeview Wading Pool and Lavington Outdoor Pool will...
Jun 25, 2025
