News Items tag as: Vernon Fire Rescue 2018

North Okanagan Fire Training Centre budget and improvement plan gets green light
December 11, 2018 - 2:41 PM

VERNON - The North Okanagan Fire Training Centre's ambitious plan for the next four years received approval at last night's council meeting, paving the way for big changes to the building.
Vernon firefighter caught engaging in sexual activity in chief's office
November 30, 2018 - 9:53 AM

VERNON - Surveillance video of a Vernon firefighter engaging in sexual activity with another employee of the fire service — in their fire chief's office — led to their dismissal earlier this year.
Vernon basement fire does significant smoke damage
October 25, 2018 - 2:52 PM

VERNON - Fire crews have extinguished a small fire in the basement of a Vernon house, but not before it caused significant smoke damage.
Demolished Vernon home goes up in flames
October 19, 2018 - 10:00 AM

VERNON - Firefighters put out a blaze at a recently demolished home in Vernon's north end this morning.
Vernon appoints new fire chief
August 28, 2018 - 2:27 PM

VERNON - After almost two-years as Vernon's interim fire chief, David Lind has been given the top job permanently.
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North Okanagan Fire Training Centre budget and improvement plan gets green light