News Items tag as: VNDEC2017

A trip back in time to Christmas in Vernon 125 years ago
December 25, 2021 - 4:30 PM

VERNON - During the Christmas of 1892, Mr. Postill returned from the coast for Christmas, Miss Carmichael went to Victoria, and Fred Blane was taken off to jail.
Looking for a forever home; Vernon SPCA pet of the week
December 31, 2017 - 10:00 AM

VERNON - The Vernon and District Shelter would like to introduce you to a cat as sweet as her namesake.
Internal government emails reveal frustration behind unauthorized fire lookout construction
December 28, 2017 - 6:30 PM

SICAMOUS - We still don’t know how things will turn out for a rebuilt fire lookout in the Shuswap, but thanks to a Freedom of Information request, we know a little more about how the controversy started.
Another case of meningococcal disease confirmed within Interior Health region
December 28, 2017 - 4:48 PM

OKANAGAN - The Interior Health Authority has confirmed another case of meningococcal disease.
Vernon shelters scrambling to keep up with unprecedented demand
December 28, 2017 - 4:00 PM

VERNON - Shelters in Vernon have asked the province for more sleeping mats to help accommodate an unprecedented number of homeless individuals this winter.
Snow will end by New Year's Eve in Okanagan, but it will still be cold
December 28, 2017 - 10:45 AM

OKANAGAN - Plan for lots of fresh snow in the Okanagan over the news few days before the sun comes out on New Year's Eve in the Okanagan.
Best Christmas ever for Vernon's newest millionaire
December 27, 2017 - 3:43 PM

VERNON - A 32-year-old Vernon man says his million-dollar lotto win is the best Christmas gift he's ever gotten.
Here's what's happening in Vernon for New Year's Eve
December 27, 2017 - 3:00 PM

VERNON - From the annual torchlight parade at Silver Star to high-end parties, there’s something for everyone this New Year’s Eve in Vernon.
Vernon resident forced out by early morning house fire
December 27, 2017 - 11:38 AM

VERNON - Alert neighbours banged on the door of a Vernon man’s home early this morning to warn him that his house was on fire.
Medical services premiums to be cut by half in January
December 27, 2017 - 10:13 AM

VICTORIA - The Province of British Columbia takes an initial step towards the elimination of medical services plan fees with a cut to the premium to start the new year.
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La Terrazza owner charged with defrauding Penticton winery
The business partner of a Penticton winery has been charged with defrauding the business. Restaurateur and business partner Giulio Miceli is scheduled to appear in a Penticton courthouse, Aug. 13, facing a single charge of defrauding the Pl

In Kenya's capital, a new Rastafari temple shows the movement's endurance
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — At a recent opening of the newest Rastafari place of worship just outside Kenya’s capital, some of the faithful gathered to sing rhythmic songs, read Scripture and exchange teachings on the appropriate way to liv

More people left Thompson-Okanagan to other provinces in 2024 than arrived
The Thompson-Okanagan region had its slowest year of population growth in more than a decade last year. According to a report released by the Chartered Professional Accountants of BC, between July 1, 2023 and July 1, 2024, more than 9,200 p

News Items tag as: VNDEC2017

A trip back in time to Christmas in Vernon 125 years ago

Looking for a forever home; Vernon SPCA pet of the week

Internal government emails reveal frustration behind unauthorized fire lookout construction

Another case of meningococcal disease confirmed within Interior Health region

Vernon shelters scrambling to keep up with unprecedented demand

Snow will end by New Year's Eve in Okanagan, but it will still be cold

Best Christmas ever for Vernon's newest millionaire

Here's what's happening in Vernon for New Year's Eve

Vernon resident forced out by early morning house fire

Medical services premiums to be cut by half in January

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