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Residents and visitors are advised that the final phase of a multi-phase paving project in downtown Vernon is scheduled begin next week. The three-phased project will take place on 30th Avenue between 29th Street and 33rd Street, and on 31st Street between 30th Avenue and 31st Avenue. See the map…

The City of Vernon has expanded its electric vehicle fleet by adding a new ice resurfacer and converting two existing propane-powered resurfacers to electric. The retrofit of the two propane-powered ice resurfacers, along with the addition of a new electric model, is expected to reduce annual…

The City of Vernon and the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) are advising residents and visitors that BX Dog Park will be closed on September 23 and 24. This closure is necessary for City of Vernon crews to set up equipment and install safety fencing for the annual dredging of the BX…

On Saturday evening (September 14), Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) responded to a fire incident caused by a lightning strike at a residential property. At approximately 5:45 p.m., crews were dispatched to a report of a tree on fire following a lightning strike. Upon arrival, firefighters…

Residents and visitors are advised that phase two of a multi-phase paving project in downtown Vernon is scheduled begin next week. The three-phased project will take place on 30th Avenue between 29th Street and 33rd Street, and on 31st Street between 30th Avenue and 31st Avenue. Phase 2: Starting…

Motorists travelling along 27th Street and 38th Avenue next week may experience minor travel delays, while crews upgrade utility services. Starting as early as 7:00 a.m. on Monday, September 9 a portion of 27th Street will be closed in the north bound lane between 38th Avenue and 39th Avenue.…

As early as September 9, 2024, City crews will close a section of the Foothills Loop Trail from Foothills Drive to Whitecourt Place to allow for storm infrastructure and trail repair. The trail will be closed for two weeks with signage posted to the entrances of the closed sections of the trail.…

Motorists travelling along 30th Avenue this weekend may experience minor delays, while crews upgrade utility services.   Starting as early as 7:00 a.m. Friday September 6, the 30th Avenue and 38th Street intersection will be reduced to single lane alternating traffic. The work is expected to take…

Residents and visitors are advised that a multi-phase paving project in downtown Vernon is scheduled begin next week. The three-phased project will take place on 30th Avenue between 29th Street and 33rd Street, and on 31st Street between 30th Avenue and 31st Avenue. Phase 1: Starting as early as…

The Silver Star Road Multi-Use Path project is now complete. This 3.6 km paved pathway connects the Foothills area with the Silver Star Gateway Business Park, enhancing accessibility and promoting active transportation for residents and visitors. The project, completed in two phases over two years…