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The City of Vernon advises that paving work is scheduled to take place along 29th Street, between Highway 6 and 30th Avenue, beginning Tuesday, October 13. Work is expected to continue through Saturday, October 24, weather and site conditions permitting. Traffic control measures will be in place…

Image Today, the City of Vernon and Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB) unveiled the nsyilxcən name for Vernon’s Active Living Centre, marking a significant milestone for a community project that has been years in the making and is now approaching…

The City advises that portions of 43 Avenue and 31 Street will be closed for a water main renewal project.   Construction is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, October 13, and will take place daily between 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with an expected completion date of Friday, November 6, 2026.  …

Community members are invited to take one final dip and celebrate decades of memories at the Last Splash, a free community event at the Vernon Aquatic Centre on Saturday, October 10, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.   While the pool will remain open until October 30, Vernon Recreation staff wanted to…

With the Kamloops Fire Centre lifting Category 2 and Category 3 open burning prohibitions in parts of the region, the City of Vernon is reminding residents that open burning within City limits remains subject to the City's Fire Protection and Life Safety Bylaw. Open burning permits are available…

The City of Vernon is advising residents and motorists of upcoming drainage infrastructure improvements at several locations throughout the Eastside Road area, with construction scheduled to begin on October 5, 2026 and continue through to the third week of October. The work is part of the City’s…

The City of Vernon advises that a portion of Anderson Way, adjacent to 5090 Anderson Way, will be closed to thru traffic in both directions while crews complete sanitary infrastructure repairs. Work is scheduled to begin at 2:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 6, and is expected to be completed by 4:00 p.…

Council recognizes departing CouncillorsAs Council gathered for its final regular meeting of the term, Mayor Victor Cumming took a moment to recognize two members of Council who will not be seeking re-election this fall. Councillor Brian Guy has served on Vernon City Council for the past four years…

The City of Vernon is encouraging residents, community organizations, and non-profit groups to explore grant opportunities available this fall that support community events, local initiatives, and environmental sustainability projects. Applications for several City grant programs will open in…

The City of Vernon is reminding residents and visitors to plan ahead as the Sundog Festival of Arts & Culture takes place at Polson Park on Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19. Festival attendees who are driving are encouraged to arrive early and use designated parking areas in and…