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ARCHER: This one goes out to all the young people
Looking around the city council table, there are a lot of, how do I put this gently, wise faces, especially now that the youngest member, Wes Hopkin left for law school in Toronto. The 25-year-old councillor, who 22 when elected, brought a youthful spirit and fresh outlook to city governance. At his last council meeting...
ARCHER: Facebook can make or break a politician
It’s no secret that during an election, a candidate's skeletons can be pulled out from the closet and displayed in the light for all to see. It’s happened on all levels of government, and makes a juicy plot twist for Hollywood movies and HBO shows. But it’s hard to think it could happen to you.
HELSTON: When politicians give you cash back, don’t complain
It’s not uncommon to hear people grumble about rising taxes, but have you ever heard…
New ice rink study, storm system upgrades top Kamloops budget requests
KAMLOOPS – Homeowners can expect to pay an additional $36 on average for their property…
City returns cash to Vernon taxpayers
VERNON – Vernon taxpayers are getting a few bucks back from the city. During budget…
Vernon councillor alarmed over ‘cavalier’ attitude over agricultural land
VERNON – A Vernon councillor is concerned her colleagues are letting the preservation of agricultural…
Crunch time for runway extension at the Vernon airport
VERNON – It’s now or never when it comes to extending the runway at the…
Vernon council will ‘sit back and wait’ when it comes to pot dispensaries
VERNON – A Vernon pot dispensary made a pitch to work openly, transparently and collaboratively…
Bus stop to stay at Vernon mall for now
VERNON – Plans to move a bus stop at the Vernon mall are on hold.…
City-owned buildings to be demolished in Vernon
VERNON – The city will be tearing down a building and creating more parking in…
Wheelchair accessible taxis don’t need councillors’ encouragement
KAMLOOPS – Local taxis companies don't need Kamloops city council's encouragement to meet the demand…
Same road work, different price tag as construction costs rise in Vernon
VERNON – It costs the city more to do the same construction project today than…
Massive hotel tower looms before Council
KELOWNA – Westcorp will seek permission from Council Monday to build a 24-storey hotel on…
Vernon Community Band appeals to city hall to keep the music alive
VERNON – Money problems could stop the music for a community band that performs for…
Pay-by-phone parking system pitched for downtown Vernon
VERNON – With parking being one of the biggest complaints people have about downtown Vernon,…