Vernon news

Breaking the rules: Vernon council approves pool permits after the fact
To appease the owners of two multi-million dollar Vernon homes, council has OK'd the building…

Pawsitive outcome for dumped dog rescued in Vernon
A dog rescued by a Vernon resident after two weeks on the run is now…

Vernon resident rescues a dumped dog on the run for two weeks
A Vernon woman was finally able to get a stray dog that had been running…

Bowlers roll out idea to save Vernon’s Lincoln Lanes
After a year of the market with no takers, a group of bowlers has pitched…

After three year hiatus, Kal Rotary’s Dream Auction is back
After a year-three hiatus caused by the COVID pandemic, Kalamalka Rotary's Annual Dream Auction will…

Program that pairs cops with health-care providers coming to Penticton, Vernon
Police officers in two Okanagan cities will soon be joined by health-care workers on calls…

Police lay arson charges after multiple Vernon fires
A 34-year-old man has been charged with three counts of arson after a string of…

Coldstream couple opens new lavender farm to the public
A couple in Coldstream just opened their new lavender farm to the public. Benita and…

Vernon pastry chefs lure in long lineups for fresh baked treats
A farm-to-table bakery was the centre of attention at a local Peachland market a few…

Liquor inspector acted ‘suspicious’ but store still fined $7K
A BC liquor store has been fined $7,000 for serving an underage girl because the…

Paragliding student dead during flight in North Okanagan
A 63-year-old man died this morning while taking paragliding lessons in the North Okanagan. Freedom…

‘Dynamic situation’: Hit and run driver nabbed by Vernon cops
Vernon RCMP arrested three people yesterday after an SUV made multiple attempts to flee police.…

RCMP appeal for witnesses to abduction, assault near Armstrong fair grounds
Vernon RCMP are appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted and abducted in Armstrong…

Vernon RCMP looking for man who dumped unconscious woman
Vernon RCMP are searching for a man in an SUV who pulled an unconscious woman…

Vernon’s famous ghost storyteller scaring new generations at O’Keefe Ranch
History buffs, paranormal explorers and anyone who loves a good spooky story may want to…