The City of Vernon would like to advise residents near the Vernon Water Reclamation Centre (VWRC) that increased odours may be noticeable in the area next week as crews begin scheduled maintenance on the facility.
Starting as early as Monday (May 29), crews will begin maintenance work on…
UPDATE: This release is being redistributed to correct the dates of Monday's kick-off event and Friday's wrap-up celebration.
Time to park the car and roll to work, the coffee shop, or to enjoy the outdoors. Spring GoByBike Week kicks off in Vernon and the North Okanagan on Monday.
GoByBike…
Due to the current weather conditions, City-owned grass sports fields (including baseball diamonds) are closed temporarily, effective immediately. The closure includes all sports play and public activities on the following fields:
DND Park
Alexis Park
Grahame Park
Lakeview Park
Marshall Fields…
A painting based on a real-life fire that occurred in 1960, and was presented to the Vernon Fire Department’s Fire Chief more than 60 years ago, will now have a new home at the Museum & Archives of Vernon.
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“The Night Rescue” is a…
The City of Vernon Parks Department and Greater Vernon Recreation Services have been seeking public input to assist in assessing appropriate fee levels for facility rentals and usage, as well as identify a clear, consistent, and predictable way for setting fees and charges moving forward. …
The City of Vernon is letting the public know that 2023 Property Tax Notices will be put in the mail tomorrow (Friday), and taxes are due by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4, 2023.
In addition to payment, eligible homeowners are reminded to claim Homeowner Grants by July 4. All Homeowner Grant…
The City of Vernon will be taking the next step in its regular spring cleanup program with the washing of City owned traffic signals and pedestrian crosswalk signals.
Traffic signal technicians will begin pressure washing the devices on Tuesday, May 23. Cleaning will occur weekdays between 7:00 a.…
The recent hot, dry weather conditions have led to increased fire risks throughout the province. In the City of Vernon, the fire danger rating is currently listed as high.
Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) is urging everyone to practice extreme caution while conducting outdoor activities to…
The City of Vernon’s new RV sani-dump station, located at 6401 Tronson Road near the Vernon Regional Airport, will be available for use in time for the May long weekend (Friday, May 19).
The site includes four waste dumping and water filling stations and stacking distance to accommodate…
Creek levels continue to fluctuate throughout the North Okanagan as snow melts during freshet.
Throughout Vernon, additional capacity remains available for Upper and Lower BX Creek and Vernon Creek, however, residents are reminded to remain vigilant and be cautious near creekbanks, particularly…
