The North Okanagan saw a year-over-year decline in housing sales last month.The Association of Interior Realtors (AoIR) said there was a total of 88 housing sales in the region in February of 2026. Those were down from the 98 sales the month before, and down from the 113 sales the previous February.Those most recent mo...

A local car dealership is giving Vernonites a chance to go to the World Cup. Vernon Hyundai has turned its showroom into a soccer pitch and is running a contest to give away two tickets to a match in Vancouver that will see Australia play a team yet to be determined on June 13 at B.C. Place. People can receive ballots ...

Police are looking for information about a man who stole hundreds of dollars worth of merchandise from a store.Vernon RCMP said the suspect entered a business on 27th Street at around 4 p.m. on Feb. 24 and walked out with roughly $600 worth of tools.Police have released a photo of the suspect with the hopes it generate...

Vernon North Okanagan RCMP are investigating a shooting that occurred on Schwartz Road in Lumby Tuesday afternoon.Officers responded shortly after 4:20 p.m. to reports of shots fired, finding a 60-year-old man with a gunshot wound. He was taken to hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening.The Southeast D...

Drivers travelling between Sicamous and Revelstoke can expect minor delays today due to scheduled maintenance at the Taft Overhead Bridge.Work began at 9 a.m. Wednesday, with crews expected to finish by 5 p.m. The bridge, located about 29 kilometres east of Sicamous, will have single-lane alternating traffic in place t...

The Regional District of North Okanagan has launched a new community campaign called Too Good to Waste, aimed at encouraging residents and businesses to take action to reduce waste and conserve water.The campaign highlights the region's natural beauty, from its lakes and rolling hills to its agricultural lands, and str...

Community Foundation North Okanagan is looking for new members to help guide grant decisions.The organization is looking to bring in four new volunteers to its Smart and Caring Community Grants Program Review Committee.The program supports local charities and non-profits with financial aid to complete projects and run ...

The Archway Society for Domestic Peace is putting on an art exhibit showcasing people's journeys through healing.The third annual Creatrix Rising Exhibit: Healing Through Art show will showcase the work of women who have survived domestic and sexual violence.The exhibit will be on display at the Caetani Cultural Centre...

A federal investment is going to support Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB) youth with the overall goal of reducing crime and enhancing public safety.Stephen Fuhr, secretary of state for defence procurement and MP for Kelowna, announced on behalf of Gary Anandasangaree, minister of public safety, that the government was provi...

The Big Cheese Chef Challenge is back.And admit it, who doesn't love a grilled cheese or mac and cheese?Chefs in Armstrong and Spallumcheen are showcasing their culinary creativity by putting together bold grilled cheese sandwiches and elevated mac and cheeses in a local competition that runs through March 28.People ca...

Dark black smoke rose above Vernon from a fire at an orchard Monday afternoon.BX Fire Rescue responded to a report of open flames and dark black smoke coming from a property in the 6,200 block of Rimer Road at around 4:20 p.m. March 2.Vernon Matters attended the scene and found flames and smoke coming from an orchard a...

Vernon's gas prices have stayed steady despite the attacks on Iran and the suspected surge in oil prices.GasBuddy said the average price for regular gasoline in Vernon was $1.35.9 Monday, March 2. That was unchanged from Sunday's prices, though was up four cents from the previous week.In Kelowna, the average price actu...

The Okanagan Science Centre has brought in new leaders as the facility moves to make it more accessible and meet the needs of the growing community.In a release, the Science Centre said it had brought onboard Camilia Courts and Dave Hillary to help with communications, partnerships and fundraising needed to support the...

The majority of British Columbians will Spring Forward for the very last time later this month.The province is adopting permanent daylight saving time, ending the twice yearly clock changes, effective Sunday, March 8.The change will apply onto to areas of B.C. under Pacific Time. Regions that use Mountain Time will sti...

Vernon Secondary School Dry Grad Committee has launched a raffle to support its annual celebrations.Dry Grad provides graduating students with a safe, inclusive, substance free celebration following the commencement ceremonies.Organizers said they needed to raise $30,000 through the fundraiser for Dry Grad. Any additio...

A real estate company has officially applied to build a major mixed-use development in Vernon.Arrowleaf has submitted an application for Official Community Plan (OCP) amendment and rezoning in order to built a new community development, known as Via District, at an 18-acre property on Kalamalka Lake Road between 14th a...

The District of Coldstream is warning residents about an incorrect Google Maps route around the Aberdeen Road Closure.The road is closed for the ongoing sewer enhancement work, and Google Maps is directing drivers to routes through private property and open fields.These routes have been found for people trying to acces...

Crews will be resuming work on a significant infrastructure project in Vernon next week.Starting Monday, March 2, work will resume on the 43rd Avenue Corridor Improvement Project, a key transportation initiative aimed at supporting the growing community and enhancing connections to the new Active Living Centre.The work...

A local, young mountaineer is looking to make history. Simran Bajwa, a 24-year-old adventurer born and raised in Vernon, is in the process of breaking two records: becoming the youngest female in history to climb Mount Everest with no supplemental oxygen, and to be the youngest Canadian ever to climb the Seven Summits....

The neighbouring independent MLA has attempted to take away BC's human rights, much to the ire of the local representative.Tara Armstrong, MLA for Kelowna-Lake Country-Coldstream, introduced a private members bill entitled Human Rights Code Repeal Act.Armstrong posted a video of her introduction of the bill to her soci...

People interested about road, sewer, recreation, and other infrastructure projects will be able to learn more about what's going on in Vernon.The city will host its Infrastructure Open House March 2."The City of Vernon is investing over $25 million into infrastructure projects this year, continuing to pave the way...

Vernon has seen a number of fires over the past few months, though they don't appear to be linked.That's according to the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP.There have been several major fires in and around Vernon since late-December including the blaze at a warehouse in the Okanagan Landing area, a fire that destroyed vehicle...

Two Vernon teams claimed podium spots at the First Lego League Interior Regional Competition.Vernon's teams, comprised of students who are part of the Okanagan AI and Robotics Academy (OARA), came together to design, build and code autonomous robots.The theme of the competition was "Unearthed," so the robots ...

Online bargain hunters across the Okanagan are being encouraged to update their bookmarks as one of the province's largest internet auction platforms unveils a new name and website. OkanaganBids.ca The auction site, previously operating under several different names depending on the region, has consolidated under one a...

The acclaimed Vernon-based artist will have another milestone reached this spring.Sveva Caetani's Recapitulation series have been on display at Rome's MAXXI National Museum of 21st Century Arts from October through January. This was the first time the late Italian-Canadian's works were on display in Italy, where they w...

WorkBC North Okanagan has changed its hours of service for the Armstrong Outreach office.Effective Feb. 24, the office that provides employment services is now open every Tuesday and Thursday, on an appointment-only basis. The services offered through the office include career coaching and job search support; funding o...

Greater Vernon Chamber has launched an initiative to strengthen the local business network.The new Chamber Ambassador Program will see a select group of dedicated local professionals to act as a "welcoming committee" who will mentor new members, facilitate introductions at networking events, and act as a brid...

A gastrointestinal illness outbreak has been declared at an Armstrong long-term care facility. Interior Health says the outbreak was discovered in the Rosedale Building of Pleasant Valley Manor Tuesday, Feb. 23, though the exact illness is not known as of time of publication."Gastrointestinal illnesses are spread ...