Tag Archives: City Hall
Fake signs claim poor water quality in Penticton float channel
The City of Penticton is warning residents and visitors about fake signs and handouts that falsely claim the water in the Penticton Channel is unsafe.In a statement, city officials say the materials a...
Jul 07, 2025
Applications open to lease space at ALC
The City of Vernon is looking to fill vendor space at the Active Living Centre.The city opened it's application process for qualified businesses and organizations in leasing commercial retail space wi...
Jul 04, 2025
West Kelowna group launches wildfire safety sign campaign
A group of West Kelowna residents is turning the trauma of last year's McD,ougall Creek wildfire into action, launching a grassroots fundraising campaign to boost public awareness and safety as fire s...
Jul 04, 2025
Water trough for cattle, wildfire mitigation proposed at local park
A new feature to the Coldstream Ranchlands Park is being considered to support cattle grazing and wildfire risk reduction.The Greater Vernon Advisory Committee (GVAC) was presented with a plan to inst...
Jul 04, 2025
Fire Danger Rating back up to High
Vernon's Fire Danger Rating has increased once again.The City of Vernon increased the danger rating to High, or Level 3, on Thursday. The increase comes following a decline due to a cooler, wetter spe...
Jul 04, 2025
Kelowna boosts safety measures ahead of busy Canada Day celebrations
As one of the city's busiest summer events approaches, Kelowna's fire and protective services are urging residents and visitors to make safety a priority during Canada Day celebrations."Canada Day is ...
Jun 30, 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
Kelowna prepares for Canada Day with festivities, closures and service changes
Canada Day celebrations are returning to Kelowna's downtown waterfront, and the city is preparing for a busy day of music, crowds, and closures.Festivities will run from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Tuesday,...
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
Public concerns raised following release of Vernon's 2024 Annual Report
The City of Vernon released its 2024 Annual Report in early June, sparking some concerns and feedback from local residents.At the regular meeting Monday, June 23, Vernon City Council opened the floor ...
Jun 25, 2025
