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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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This rule means Vernon’s poppy crosswalk can’t go ahead
VERNON – A proposed poppy crosswalk in Vernon is a no-go due to a little…
Funding for clean water tied to ‘surprising’ report on North Okanagan water supply
SPALLUMCHEEN – Spallumcheen residents affected by a longstanding water quality advisory could have clean water…
Charges laid following Vernon RCMP drug bust
VERNON – Two people are facing drug trafficking charges after being busted this week by…
Interior First Nations elders and chiefs declare state of emergency over fentanyl crisis
KAMLOOPS – First Nations elders and chiefs have declared a state of emergency over the…
Theatres in Vernon and Kamloops to host intimate Barenaked Ladies concerts
VERNON – The Barenaked Ladies are skipping the Okanagan’s big arenas to play in smaller…
UPDATE: Lengthy jail term sought for Vernon man to send message amid rising gun violence
UPDATE: DEFENCE CALLS FOR IMPROMPTU ADJOURNMENT VERNON – The Crown is sending a strong message…
Re-trial in Armstrong murder case a ‘slap in the face’ for victim’s family
ARMSTRONG – The family of murdered Armstrong teen Taylor Van Diest is shocked and dismayed…
‘Don’t let it go:’ If you think your drink was drugged, this Vernon club owner urges you to speak up
‘IF YOU’VE GONE TO A PARTY AND HAD TWO DRINKS AND THEN BLACKED OUT AND…
Motoplex Speedway awaits decision from Court of Appeal
VERNON – The outcome of a lawsuit over noise levels at the Motoplex Speedway in…
Man convicted of murdering Armstrong teen granted a new trial
VERNON – The nightmare isn’t over for the family and friends of murdered Armstrong teen…
Vernon family makes it out just in time as flames swallow home
VERNON – A Vernon family barely made it out of their home in time before…
Vernon lawyer argues Okanagan pot case in Canada’s highest court
VERNON – A local marijuana case centred around the validity of a search warrant was…
New doctor to ease the squeeze in North Okanagan community
ENDERBY – Enderby’s newest resident is an especially welcome addition to the community — a…
Poppy crosswalk will pave a ‘field of flowers’ on Vernon street
VERNON – Artist Amanda Shatzko says Vernon’s new poppy crosswalk will be ‘like walking across…
Province announces close to $1M for North Okanagan community’s water woes
SPALLUMCHEEN – The provincial government announced funding of close to $1 million today to address…
Okanagan Indian Band ‘vehemently and vigorously’ opposing neighbouring band’s claim to Silver Star Mountain
VERNON – Letters back and forth between the Okanagan Indian Band and Splatsin First Nation…
Vernon bookkeeper sentenced to house arrest for two years worth of forged cheques
VERNON – A former Sparkling Hill Wellness Resort employee was sentenced to house arrest today…
Woman who tripped on broken sign takes City of Salmon Arm to court
SALMON ARM – A woman who tripped on a broken crosswalk sign has made strides…
Man pleads guilty in relation to 2015 explosion at Vernon apartment
VERNON – A man accused of causing an explosion in a Vernon apartment building has…
UPDATE: Vernon air quality advisory ended
UPDATE: 1:34 a.m., Wednesday, March 1, 2017 VERNON – The special air quality statement for…
Defence argues critical witnesses were absent from Vernon shooting trial
VERNON – Defence lawyers in a Vernon shooting and attempted murder trial say what really…
Police can’t confirm social media reports that people are being drugged at Vernon bars
VERNON – While posts have been shared on social media and a news site suggesting…
UPDATE: Missing Vernon woman found safe
VERNON – A woman who went missing yesterday has been located. The Vernon RCMP said…
UPDATE: “I despise myself:” Drunk driver sentenced for fatal Vernon car crash
VERNON – Lori Victoria Vance drank four shots of tequila, plus beer, before getting behind…