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Okanagan Rail Trail already getting some upgrades
VERNON – The Okanagan Rail Trail is set for some upgrades that will give those…
After 114 years, Vernon’s downtown RBC to close
VERNON – The historic downtown branch of the RBC is set to close its doors…
Vernon-based Nature’s Fair Markets have new owner
VERNON – The Vernon-based grocery store Nature's Fair Markets has been bought by Buy-Low Foods…
‘A rollercoaster of emotions,’ Vernon paddleboarder’s lake clean up continues
VERNON – When Aaron Nasipayko set out on his paddleboard on Kalamalka Lake, he was…
Mystery solved: Identity of the Mystic Trail builder discovered
VERNON – Although it appeared to have been lost to time, the creator of the…
Vernon RCMP investigate after war memorial defaced
VERNON – RCMP is investigating after lettering and plaques were discovered missing from a Vernon…
Vandalism shuts down Vernon public loos
VERNON – Vernon's downtown public washroom has been closed following a recent spate of vandalism.…
Walk for Alzheimer’s: A chance to raise money, and win a trip to NYC
It's an opportunity to raise money for a worthy cause and hopefully win two tickets…
Rarely seen creepy crawly sparks fear, surprise, intrigue in Okanagan
VERNON – It's creepy looking even by insect standards, but it can't bite humans, is…
North Okanagan RCMP looking for help to find violent suspect
VERNON – RCMP are appealing to the public in locating a wanted man who they…
Flood uncovers mould and crumbling concrete at Vernon courthouse
VERNON – Two courtrooms at Vernon's historic courthouse remain sealed off following a flood that…
Former kitchen manager takes Village Green Hotel to human rights tribunal
VERNON – The Village Green Hotel has lost its bid to have a discrimination case…
Canada wide anesthesiologist shortage behind Armstrong eye clinic’s possible move
ARMSTRONG – Supporters of the Armstrong eye clinic are adamant closing the facility is no…
Vernon RCMP arrest suspected drug dealers taking nap in parked car
VERNON – A Vernon couple who decided to take a nap in a vehicle they'd…
Starlight Drive-in gears up for 2019 season
ENDERBY – The Starlight Drive-in is kicking off its opening weekend with a double bill…
Okanagan author makes shortlist for prestigious award
VERNON – North Okanagan writer Ken Mather has been shortlisted for the 2019 B.C. Lieutenant…
Seven years and counting: The invisible effects of a concussion
VERNON – When Steve Gosselin got whipped in the back of the head by a…
Lady barristers? Minister orders signs changed at Vernon courthouse
VERNON – Signage at Vernon's courthouse is set to move in the 21st century following…
Meet your neighbours: Vernon’s Upper Room Mission opens a window to clients, staff
VERNON – With stunning portraits and powerful prose, Faces of the Upper Room Mission is…
Evicting the Three Bears: Okanagan ‘enchanted forest’ trail has an uncertain future
SOMEWHERE NEAR LUMBY – Several kilometres past Mabel Lake Provincial Park, down a pot-holed dirt…
Vernon man arrested after driving stolen truck through Ellison park
VERNON – A Vernon man was tracked by a police air unit and arrested after…
No U-turn: Vernon’s 7% tax hike to stay
VERNON – Even though Vernon council decided to re-debate a proposed seven per cent tax…
Okanagan Rail Trail might also extend to Predator Ridge
VERNON – A proposal is in the works to connect the trails at Predator Ridge…
Shhhh… Downtown Vernon may appear on some Netflix show
VERNON – Downtown Vernon could soon be hitting the small screen and appearing on a…