As we make plans for a fun and safe weekend of Halloween fun, Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) is reminding residents that the use of consumer fireworks and sky lanterns is not permitted within the City of Vernon boundaries.
"Consumer fireworks can come with some serious risk, including the…
A temporary detour will be required for a portion of Pottery Road Friday (tomorrow) as crews repave the road.
Starting as early as 7:00 a.m., Friday, October 25, Pottery Road will be closed between Highway 6 and 18th Street. The work is expected to take one day to complete, weather dependent (…
The City of Vernon is now accepting applications for the Fall intake of the 2024 Sustainability Grants program. This initiative is designed to inspire community-led projects that enhance environmental resilience at the local level.
“Now more than ever, it's essential to support grassroots…
The City of Vernon has appointed Peter Weeber as its new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective Monday, November 4, 2024.
Mr. Weeber comes to this role with a robust background in municipal leadership, having served various communities throughout British Columbia as CAO, including the…
The City of Vernon’s RV sani-dump station will close for the season on Monday, October 21.
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…
The City of Vernon continues to collaborate with residents to reduce wildfire risks in our community.
A community-led FireSmart™ project is underway with the Spruce Landing strata, Vernon FireSmart program, and Ryder Ventures. This initiative focuses on removing fire fuels from private land…
Motorists travelling along 30th Avenue next week may encounter minor delays as crews complete scheduled paving work.
Starting as early as 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 15, traffic at the 30th Avenue and 38th Street intersection will be reduced to a single alternating lane.
The work is expected to…
The following information has been provided by the City of Kelowna
Starting today, randomly selected households throughout the Central Okanagan and Vernon will receive a letter inviting them to participate in the 2024 Okanagan Travel Survey between Oct. 7 and early November. Anyone who receives a…
The Regional District of North Okanagan will be conducting drilling work on the Greater Vernon Cultural Centre site located at the 31st Ave downtown parking lot between October 7 - 9.
Residents and visitors are advised that approximately twelve (12) stalls will be unavailable for use during this…
The City of Vernon is now accepting applications for the fall 2024 intake of the Council Discretionary Grant program. These grants are available to non-profit organizations and registered societies that contribute to the general interest and quality of life for Vernon residents.
The fall…
