Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for the North and Central Okanagan, with 20 to 30 cm of snow expected today.
This morning’s heavy snowfall mixed with temperatures hovering around zero has led to icy road conditions in Vernon. With this, the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP is encouraging…
A small kitchen fire in an apartment Monday evening has led to a reminder to be cautious while cooking.
On December 16th, Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) was called to an apartment building in the 3500 block of 27th Avenue. Upon arrival, Firefighters found smoke in the building and determined it…
Vernon City Council, the District of Coldstream Council and Area B & C Directors had their first look at preliminary design options for the proposed Active Living Centre during an ongoing feasibility study.
Four initial designs and three revised options were presented to the elected officials…
The City of Vernon and members of CUPE Local 626 have ratified a five year collective agreement for the period of January 1, 2019 and December 31, 2023.
“Council would like to express appreciation for the hard work of both negotiating teams in concluding bargaining and in reaching this reasoned…
Okanagan Lake was the scene of an imaginary plane crash on Thursday, that saw a cross-agency response from a number of local organizations and City staff members.
The City of Vernon Airport hosted a table top emergency exercise that included collaboration with the RCMP, BC Ambulance Service, Vernon…
Vernon City Council debated, amended and endorsed the 2020 budget presented within the 2020-2024 Financial Plan. The 2020 budget maintains core services while introducing a host of program improvements within an increase of 4.91%.
“Council has endorsed a budget that maintains quality municipal…
During the weeks of Christmas and New Year’s (December 23 – January 3) Waste Connections Canada will be adjusting some of the waste collection days to accommodate the holidays.
Monday and Tuesday collections will not be affected.
If your collection day falls on Christmas day (Wednesday), it will…
Motorists in the Okanagan Landing area may experience traffic delays this week due to construction in the 6000 block of Okanagan Landing Road.
Starting tomorrow (Wednesday, December 11), crews will begin the installation of a sanitary service. Construction is expected to be completed by Friday,…
Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) responded to two separate fire incidents Tuesday afternoon.
Just before 12:00pm today (December 10), firefighters were called to a structure fire in the 6000 block of Blue Jay Road.
“The homeowner had been away from the house for a little while today and upon…
A recent review of the City of Vernon Development Cost Charge (DCC) Bylaw has led to recommendations that could ultimately reduce DCC rates for new development.
The focus of the review was to confirm works required related to expected growth over the next 20 years. A number of proposed amendments…
