KAMLOOPS – In the last week, the Kamloops Fire Centre has responded to five industry-caused wildfires.
Due to isolated precipitation, not all weather stations may reflect the true hazard conditions within operating areas. The Wildfire Management Branch wants to ensure that its industry partners are…
The City of Vernon is in the process of crafting a new Airport Master Plan in collaboration with local stakeholders and residents that will provide direction for the future development of the Vernon Regional Airport over the next 20 years. The draft of the Airport Master Plan is expected to be…
City of Vernon Protective Services, in partnership with the RCMP, Schuburt Centre and Southward Medical Supplies, will be hosting the annual Scooter Safety Course on Thursday, June 4, from 1-3 p.m. at the Schubert Centre. This course is free of charge for individuals or families that already have a…
Beginning the week of May 25 and lasting until the end of September, City of Vernon crews and contractors will begin construction between 30 Avenue and 32 Avenue. The work will include rehabilitating storm mains, sanitary mains, curb and gutter, sidewalks and repaving on 33 Street. The sanitary…
Extensive renovations at Greater Vernon Recreation Centre will begin May 25, beginning with the recreation centre bridge and entrance way. The renovation project is expected to take 12 to 16 months to complete, and the facilities will remain open during all phases of construction with alternate…
The community is invited to celebrate Environment Week from Monday, June 1, to Saturday, June 6. The City of Vernon has partnered with the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) and local stewardship groups to provide a variety of fun and educational events. There is something for everyone each…
As of noon on Friday, May 15, the City of Vernon will follow the request of the Ministry of Forests, Range and Natural Resource Operations by restricting the size of open fires (Category 2 and 3) throughout the Vernon area to prevent wildfires and protect the public. This ban applies to all areas…
On May 11, the Speed Watch Program in Lumby began and will be in effect throughout the summer and into fall. The program operates in support of ICBC and the ICBC Road Sense initiative. The program is directly coordinated by the City of Vernon Safe Communities Unit and is operated by RCMP Volunteers…
Crews will be working along 27 Street and 38 Avenue from May 13 – 22 for the installation of fire hydrant and water, as well as storm and sanitary services. Please expect lane closures during this time, and obey all signs and flaggers.
Training exercises related to traffic control will be taking place near 6600 Okanagan Avenue from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. on May 12, June 16, July 14, August 18, September 15, and October 20 (Tuesdays). Traffic is expected to be affected during training hours. Please slow down and use caution during…
