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The City of Vernon’s RV sani-dump station will close for the season on Friday, October 20. The station is located at 6401 Tronson Road, near the Vernon Regional Airport. For those who need to access the station before its closure next week, they’re reminded it includes four waste dumping and water…
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The City of Vernon supports the enhancement and preservation of a positive quality of life for all its residents. One means of achieving this goal is through the provision of grants to organizations that contribute to the general interest and advantage of the City. The City is accepting…
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Don’t put your bike away just quite yet, the Fall GoByBike Weeks event kicks off in Vernon and the North Okanagan on Monday, October 16, running for two weeks until October 29. GoByBike Weeks is an annual challenge that motivates people of all ages to trade in their car and get around by bike and…
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At approximately 1:00 a.m., Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) was dispatched to a report of a structure fire in the 2400-block of 25th Avenue.  Upon arrival, crews were able to confirm a room on the second floor of a two-story house was involved in flames.  Crews quickly began actioning…
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Are you looking for a way to get involved in your community and volunteer with the City of Vernon? Applications are now being accepted for 2024 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, Tourism Commission and Board of Variance. Established by Council, these committees are comprised of both members of…
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The City of Vernon and its contractors will be performing road maintenance on Okanagan Landing Bench Road. Road maintenance will begin as early as October 12, within the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Construction is estimated to be completed within two (2) days, weather dependant. Due to the…
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As Fire Prevention Week ™ approaches, Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) reminds residents that “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention.” Between October 8-14, VFRS is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA), to promote this year’s campaign and…
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UPDATE as of October 4 at 2:00 p.m. The City of Vernon would like to advise motorists that the re-paving roadwork scheduled this week for 27th Street between 44th and 45th Avenues will be postponed until October 12. The work is expected to take two days to complete and will take place between 7:00…
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UPDATE as of September 29 at 9:00 a.m. Due to the current weather conditions, City-owned grass sports fields (including baseball diamonds) will remain closed temporarily. The closure includes all sports play and public activities on the following fields. DND Park Alexis Park Grahame Park Lakeview…
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The City of Vernon supports the enhancement and preservation of a positive quality of life for all its residents. One means of achieving this goal is through the provision of grants to organizations that contribute to the general interest and advantage of the City. The City is accepting…