Kelowna man pleads guilty to arson on Knox Mountain
A Kelowna man pleaded guilty in B.C. Provincial Court on July 10 for arson and assault after lighting fires on Knox Mountain. Robert Teal was arrested on Oct. 24, 2025 […]
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Evacuation alert issued for wildfire on Anarchist Mountain east of Osoyoos
Planes and BC WIldfire ground crews are on scene
Regional District of North Okanagan seeks emergency ministerial meeting
The Regional District of North Okanagan maintains its commitment to investigating all available solutions and advocating for support for the agricultural community. That includes hoping for an emergency meeting with […]
Say no to mosquitos in the Central Okanagan
As the weather warms the mosquitos swarm. The Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) is offering advice on how to prevent the pest and reduce the risks of mosquito-borne illnesses, […]
West Kelowna moves to higher watering restrictions
As dry conditions continue to set in the Okanagan, the City of West Kelowna is moving to Stage 3 watering regulations. With Stage 3 watering conditions residential irrigation has been […]
Sunshine and smiles fill final day at Kelowna’s Rock the Lake
Rock the Lake didn’t disappoint on the third and final day of the Kelowna festival. Local band Rise Overrun welcomed the crowd to Prospera Place at 4:25 p.m. on July […]
Boil water notice lifted in Vernon
Good news for a Monday. In conjunction with Interior Health, the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) says the precautionary boil water notice issued July 9 to customers on Galiano […]
Vancouver’s Belle rings up golf win over Vernon rivals
It was, indeed, a beautiful Sunday in the Okanagan for Michael Belle. The Vancouver Golf Club member held off a late charge from Matthew Kreutz of the Vernon Golf and […]
A head-banging day 2 of Kelowna’s Rock the Lake
Rock fans of all ages came out for day two of Kelowna’s Rock the Lake festival on July 11. Local band Freeze the Fall opened the stage Saturday outside Prospera […]
Lake Country to assess condition of Crooked Lake Dam
The assessment will be funded in part by the B.C. government
1.7 hectare fire east of Oyama Lake under control
A wildfire at Park Lakes is now under control according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS). After being discovered on Sunday, July 12, the blaze grew to a size of […]
B.C. grants environmental assessment for sand mine near Prince George
The $300-million Vitreo Minerals Angus Project was given the go-ahead to produce silica sand used in fracking
Vernon Vipers squads inducted into Hall of Fame
Provincial champions. Canadian champs. And now, members of the Vernon Vipers’ B.C. Hockey League teams of 2008-09, and 2009-10, can call themselves Hall of Famers. The pair of squads were […]
New Vernon Search and Rescue command truck taking shape
The VSAR team is working to replace the first vehicle in its fleet, which began its lifecycle 26 years ago
Lake house concerts set to make waves in Coldstream
The Mackie Lake House Foundation is inviting audiences back to the shores of Kalamalka Lake for its annual summer concert series, Music at Mackie. Set to the backdrop of the […]
Sitting councillor Fehr to seek re-election in Vernon
His decision to seek a third term on Vernon council stems from a commitment to continue helping the city navigate growth responsibly while protecting core community values. With that, Kelly […]
Spike belt stops fleeing vehicle near Vernon; Surrey man arrested
A 23-year-old Surrey man is facing multiple charges following an incident in Vernon which ended with an RCMP spike belt being successfully deployed. Just before 6 p.m. Saturday, July 11, […]
Beloved late editor’s book supports youth and adult mental health in Vernon
WARNING: This article deals with mental health and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out to cmhavernon.ca or call the Suicide Crisis Helpline at 988 (text […]
Lake Country offering free rides with a summer shuttle pilot project
The District of Lake Country wants to help its residents explore the community with a new summer shuttle pilot project. Throughout the summer, two 24-person shuttles will run Friday through […]
UPDATE: No advisory required following Silver Star Water Utility work near Vernon
UPDATE: JULY 13, 2:47 P.M.: The RDNO now advises some customers on Monashee Road (see attached map) supplied by the Silver Star Water Utility (SSW) that the emergency water main […]