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The City of Vernon Emergency Support Services (ESS) program is providing assistance to temporarily displaced residents after a major water pipe break in an apartment building. Just before 3:00 p.m., Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) was called to a report of a building alarm in the 4900 block of…
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The City of Vernon has released a new video to help answer commonly asked questions about quarterly residential utility bills in Vernon. The video provides an in-depth look at the information listed on the bill, how utility charges are calculated, and how residents can pay their bills through a…
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The City of Vernon continues to closely monitor the COVID-19 situation in British Columbia and follow the directives and guidance of health authorities, senior levels of government, and WorkSafe BC in its response to the local impacts of the global pandemic. Effective Monday, November 16, the City…
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UPDATE (as of 10:15 a.m.): Vernon North Okanagan RCMP have confirmed that Commonage Road has been re-opened to two-way traffic. *** The second major snowfall of the season has led to road safety reminders in the North Okanagan and the temporary closure of a portion of Commonage Road. Vernon Fire…
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During its Regular Meeting of November 9, City Council directed Administration to proceed with the process to withdraw the City of Vernon and Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) from the Inter-Municipal Fire Training Centre (FTC) Service. The City has been a long-time partner within the FTC, along…
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With the arrival of more snow in the North Okanagan, residents in Vernon are starting to think of winter activities and outdoor sports. As part of its regular maintenance schedule in August, the City of Vernon conducted an inspection on the Priest Valley Arena refrigeration plant, which services…
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Recreation Services is excited to welcome indoor walkers back to Kal Tire Place starting Monday, November 16, 2020. “Now that the weather has started to get colder and we’re seeing more snow and rain in the forecast, we know a lot of our community members are eager to get back to their indoor…
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Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) is pleased to announce that the City of Vernon has received the GFOA’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its 2020 budget. The award represents a significant achievement by the City. It reflects the commitment of management and staff to…
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On November 11, we pause to pay tribute to all the men and women who have served our great nation. We stand in solidarity to honour the sacrifices that have been made to secure our freedoms, our democracy, and the quality of life we enjoy today. We acknowledge the countless acts of bravery that…
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Motorists driving down Alexis Park Drive may experience minor travel delays over the next couple days, as repairs are made along sections of the southbound lane. Starting tomorrow (Friday), contractors will begin road repairs between the 3000 and 3100 blocks, as well as the 4000 to 4200 blocks of…