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Parker Crook
Parker Crook is a Saskatchewan-born reporter who began his career in journalism while studying the craft at SAIT in Calgary. After cutting his teeth at the school news outlet as the Opinions Editor, Parker landed a position at a Vernon newspaper and worked his way up to the editor’s chair. Parker strives to tell stories that have a genuine impact on the community he calls home. And, from courtroom dramas to on stage antics, Parker believes meaningful stories can be found just about anywhere.
Trees cause large power outages near Kamloops, Salmon Arm
KAMLOOPS – Almost 2,000 BC Hydro customers in the Westsyde Road area near Sun Peaks…
UPDATE: Kelowna man arrested after hidden camera found in winery bathroom
KELOWNA – A Summerhill Pyramid Winery employee could be facing charges of voyeurism after what…
Vernon event aims to save lives amidst overdose crisis
VERNON – It’s an international crisis that’s palpable on Okanagan streets. Vernon’s Upper Room Mission…
Okanagan rat problem grows
VERNON – It looks like the Okanagan’s rat problem is here to stay. That’s the…
Bear spotted near West Kelowna school prompts wildlife reminder
WEST KELOWNA – A food-conditioned black bear was seen near Mar Jok Elementary School in…
Body found in submerged car near Revelstoke
REVELSTOKE – An investigation has been launched after Revelstoke RCMP uncovered a body in a…
Lumby man wins big for birthday
LUMBY – It's a birthday Lumby's Tyler Prosser won't soon forget. When Prosser checked his…
More paramedics, ambulances needed in Thompson-Okanagan
Despite the recent addition of 46 full-time equivalent paramedics, more work still needs to be…
Interior Provincial Exhibition: 120 years of community
ARMSTRONG – Few events can say they’ve lasted more than a century. Fewer still can…
Vernon man in custody after suspected stolen property seized
VERNON – Vernon RCMP are trying to reunite some stolen property with the original owners.…
Vernon city council to consider seasonal bike patrol
VERNON – A once-defeated Activate Safety Task Force recommendation has a second chance before Vernon…
City to urge community engagement on Vernon overdose prevention site
VERNON – City council is looking to ensure that the community’s interests are met before…
Small wildfire sparks near Silver Star
VERNON – B.C. Wildfire Service crews are on the ground in the Silver Star area…
Vehicle fire slows traffic on Silver Star Road
VERNON – Traffic was backed up at the scene of a vehicle fire on Silver…
Pot shop seeks second chance to open doors in Vernon
VERNON – A series of rule changes with unfortunate timing has prompted a request for…