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Charlotte Helston
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Charlotte Helston grew up in Armstrong and after four years studying writing at the University of Victoria, she came back to do what she loves most: Connect with the community and bringing its stories to life.
Covering Vernon for iNFOnews.ca has reinforced her belief in community. The people and the stories she encounters every day—at the courthouse, City Hall or on the street—show the big tales in a small town.
If you have an opinion to share or a story you'd like covered, contact Charlotte at Charlotte Helston or call 250-309-5230.
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North Okanagan snowmobile incident claims life of Lumby man
LUMBY – A Lumby man is dead following a snowmobiling accident in the North Okanagan…
Rockslide slowing down traffic on Highway 97 in Peachland
WEST KELOWNA – A rockslide is affecting traffic on Highway 97 in Peachland this afternoon.…
RCMP locate missing North Okanagan woman, then bring her into custody
VERNON – A woman reported missing last month is now in custody on outstanding warrants.…
UPDATE: Missing Vernon woman located
UPDATE: 4:20 p.m. Friday, March 2, 2018 VERNON – RCMP say a missing 21-year-old Vernon…
Dangerous driving conviction for man who hit North Okanagan pedestrian with his car
VERNON – A young man accused of using his BMW to assault a woman walking…
Drunk driver was speeding excessively in 2016 fatal crash in Vernon, coroner says
VERNON – The driver of a pickup truck that crashed on Highway 6 killing two…
Police ask for public assistance after another report of possible child-luring in Armstrong
ARMSTRONG – Police are investigating a possible child-luring incident in Armstrong following several similar incidents…
UPDATE: Family calls Foerster plea bargain “disappointing”
VERNON – There will be no re-trial for the man previously convicted of first degree…
Curtis Sagmoen to remain in custody for now
VERNON – Curtis Sagmoen will remain in custody after being denied bail today on some…
Woodpeckers causing thousands of dollars in damage at North Okanagan theatre
VERNON – Damage at a North Okanagan theatre is leaving the building riddled with holes,…
Traffic flagger victim of alleged assault involving beer can thrown out of passing car
SICAMOUS – Police are investigating a report of a beer can being thrown at a…
Vancouver man dies on cat skiing tour in North Okanagan
NORTH OKANAGAN – Police and the Coroners Service are investigating after a Vancouver man fell…
North Okanagan standoff suspect pleads guilty to uttering threats
VERNON – A man at the centre of a lengthy standoff with police in the…
Traci Genereaux’s family still waiting for answers, months after her body was found
VERNON – The family of a Vernon teen whose remains were found on a rural…
VIDEO: Vernon store employee assists man lying face down in the snow when others walked by
VERNON – When James Auger came around the corner of the Wholesale Club Gas Bar…
UPDATE: Judge needs time to decide whether or not to grant Curtis Sagmoen bail
SALMON ARM – A North Okanagan man accused of crimes against multiple women will have…
Record-breaking amounts of snow fell in Vernon and Kelowna on the weekend
OKANAGAN – Snowfall records were broken in two Okanagan cities this weekend. Saturday’s massive dump…
Documentary explores the life of Vernon’s own Dag Aabye
VERNON – The incredible story of local legend Dag Aabye continues to spread. Aabye, 76,…
UPDATE: Sagmoen now accused of using spikes to damage vehicle tires
VERNON – Silver Creek resident Curtis Sagmoen appeared in court today on a new charge…
How this Vernon couple found each other after 20 years apart
“NEVER GIVE UP ON YOUR ONE TRUE LOVE” VERNON – When Dianne first met Bruce,…
North Okanagan politicians frustrated by lack of communication with B.C. RCMP
VERNON – Vernon city council is concerned the B.C. RCMP is making decisions without consulting…
UPDATE: Missing Vernon woman located
UPDATE: 4:20 p.m. Friday, March 2, 2018 VERNON – RCMP say a missing 21-year-old Vernon…
Vernon residents believe mystery vandal has gripe with on-street parking
VERNON – An unusual vandal is making things difficult for a Vernon couple and their…
Deadly winter on North Okanagan highways
NORTH OKANAGAN – Reminders about road safety are being shared after what has so far…