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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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Vernon faces ‘risks’ without more police officers, top cop says
VERNON – Without an increase of general duty officers, there will be risks to the…
Family, friends plead for tips in case of missing Shuswap woman
"I WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW HOW GREAT A PERSON SHE IS, HOW BIG HER HEART…
Threat made on Snapchat against Vernon high school leads to charges
VERNON – Three youths are facing charges after making threats on social media. Police say…
Police complete search of property where body of Vernon teen was found
SILVER CREEK – The RCMP have announced the search of a North Okanagan farm where…
Barenaked Ladies lead singer stops at Vernon coffee shop
VERNON – The Barenaked Ladies are in town, and they like their java. In Vernon…
A day in the life of one of Vernon’s Provincial Court Judges
VERNON – He doesn’t wear a wig or swing a gavel. His uniform is a…
17-year-old among suspects charged in Vernon drug ring investigation
VERNON – A recent drug bust will have a significant impact on the supply of…
Charges laid in relation to fatal roof surfing incident in Vernon
VERNON – Charges have been laid in connection with a roof surfing incident that left…
Judge says developer overpaid for Salmon Arm property by roughly $8M
SALMON ARM – A Supreme Court Judge has ruled in favour of a developer who…
UPDATE: RCMP say search of North Okanagan crime scene still ‘active and ongoing’
SILVER CREEK – Despite the removal of some tents and heavy equipment, police say the…
Vernon mayor given immediate roadside prohibition after breathalyzer test
VERNON – Mayor Akbal Mund says he went out to pick up a friend who…
Cold weather records shattered in Vernon and Kelowna
It was so cold in Vernon and Kelowna last night that 100-year-old temperature records were…
North Okanagan gym coach to stand trial on child porn charges
VERNON – A North Okanagan gymnastics instructor facing child pornography charges will stand trial. Chad…
“She had her whole life ahead of her:” Friend remembers Traci Genereaux
“IF YOU KNOW SOMETHING, PLEASE SAY SOMETHING” VERNON – Traci Genereaux was just a kid.…
Remains found on B.C. farm property identified as missing woman Traci Genereaux
SALMON ARM, B.C. – Human remains found at a farm where RCMP have been conducting…
How Vernon women are lifting the spirits of those less fortunate one friendly gesture at a time
VERNON – “You’re looking fabulous in the sparkly one,” Jacquie Gebhardt says, smiling at the…
Mother of missing Vernon teen asked to provide DNA sample
VERNON – The mother of a missing Vernon teen says she was asked to supply…
North Okanagan Mountie intends to fight charge of driving without due care
VERNON – The case against a North Okanagan cop charged in connection with a motorcycle…
Man tied to site of human remains discovery in North Okanagan remains in custody
VERNON – A man associated with a property in the North Okanagan where human remains…
Charges laid in Vernon car crash that killed two young women
VERNON – Drunk driving charges have been laid against a North Okanagan man in connection…
North Okanagan deer farmer vows to fight court case ‘to the bitter end’
ENDERBY – An outspoken farmer in the North Okanagan says provincial authorities do not intimidate…
It’s a ‘free for all’ for Vernon pot shops operating without business licenses
“RIGHT NOW IT’S A FREE FOR ALL” VERNON – Daniel Didio opened a marijuana dispensary…
Vernon council to ban camping in Linear Park, explore task force
VERNON – Vernon council is banning camping in Linear Park effective February 2018 and exploring…
Vernon council considers changing the rules of the game for pot shops
VERNON – Vernon council is considering putting restrictions on the storefront sale of marijuana. Coun.…