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Vnmar2020
Seniors-only hours: More stores respond to their most vulnerable customers
In an effort to protect some of the most vulnerable people in society from the…
Foreign workers at local ski hills scramble to find flights home after resorts close
SilverStar business owner Frank Brekers says his staff are now scrambling to get home after…
What SilverStar’s approval as a resort association means, and why some are opposed
The provincial government's approval to enable SilverStar to become a Resort Association only benefits commercial…
Board needs to be accountable after Vernon Science Centre manager fired: former employee
The firing of the Okanagan Science Centre executive director raises questions about the accountability of…
Bike stores already know how people want to keep themselves busy
While it's not quite business as usual, a couple of bike stores in the region…
Road dust advisory issued for Vernon
A road dust advisory has been issued for Vernon. A media release March 19, from…
Vernon RCMP investigate daytime bank robbery
Vernon RCMP are investigating after a robbery at the downtown Scotiabank branch yesterday around noon.…
Car lands on Shuswap family’s vehicles parked in driveway
A Shuswap family were enjoying a relaxing evening in when a car crashed into their…
Vernon’s Upper Room Mission shutters temporarily
Citing financial stress, the Upper Room Mission is closing its doors, laying off all its…
iN VIDEO: Vernon singer uses stuff in his apartment to create social distancing music video
A Vernon musician and singer is keeping busy indoors, creating music using regular sounds from…
‘I’m not leaving my dog:’ Vernon couple in Mexico wait for flight home
Contrary to her friends back in Canada, Vernon resident Chris Balardo says she isn't stressed…
Jigsaws and kites: Business is good for Okanagan toy stores
As the coronavirus causes many companies a dramatic downturn, those in the business of keeping…
Vernon woman diagnosed with COVID-19 says she was refused test
Michelle Regnier hasn’t seen her family in three days. Her husband texts her outside of…
Province says it’s ‘not business as usual’ but malls in Okanagan, Kamloops stay open
It seems to defy instructions given by the province and is in stark contrast with…
There’s help for Interior residents seeking support for mental health through COVID-19 pandemic
The ongoing coronavirus situation is causing people to experience higher rates of stress and anxiety…