The City of Vernon was pleased to honour Emergency Support Services (ESS) volunteers during a luncheon today at the Schubert Centre. The special ceremony was attended by ESS volunteers who helped serve during the 2021 wildfire season and the White Rock Lake wildfire response.
“On behalf of Council…
In recognition of his many contributions to his community, Vernon City Council is honouring Mr. Ken Holland, President of Hockey Operations and General Manager of the Edmonton Oilers, with the Freedom of the City Award.
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Freedom of the…
As local kids put the finishing touches on their Halloween costume masterpieces, Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) is offering tips to keep safety top of mind this weekend.
“The number one thing to remember: be visible,” said Fire Chief David Lind. “Now that the sun is setting earlier, it’s…
The City of Vernon is proud to announce that one of its operators at the Vernon Water Reclamation Centre (VWRC) has received province-wide recognition for his dedication in the field of water and wastewater treatment.
Kevin Holman was recently named the Operator of the Year for British Columbia and…
The City is pleased to bring back a familiar program to gain valuable feedback from local business owners in a simple and interactive way.
In recognition of Small Business Month, the City of Vernon is excited to partner with Community Futures North Okanagan, the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce…
A major reconstruction project continues to advance on 31st Street and 37th Avenue. The project includes the replacement of underground utilities, improved streetlighting, safety improvements at rail crossings, and upgraded road and sidewalk.
The City had anticipated being able to open the…
Temporary closure for portion of Tronson Road next week
The City would like to advise motorists that a portion of Tronson Road will be closed to through traffic next week while crews excavate and locate existing underground utilities in the area.
Starting Monday, October 25, Tronson Road will be…
The City of Vernon will be completing baseline habitat assessments in both Vernon Creek and BX Creek next week. The assessments will be conducted in Polson Park and BX Dog Park, and are a requirement from the Department of Fisheries and Oceans to better assess impacts and improvements from adjacent…
Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) was called to a structure fire in a residential area late Tuesday night (October 19).
At approximately 11:45 p.m., firefighters received reports that smoke could be seen coming from a mobile home in the 6900-block of Okanagan Landing Road, just a few blocks east…
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…
