News Items tag as: VNJUN2021

Few options for Thompson-Okanagan residents this Canada Day
July 01, 2021 - 6:30 AM

If you're looking for something to do during Canada Day, you might be on your own this year as public health restrictions have limited events across the Thompson Okanagan.
Vernon woman becomes first female solo Race Across America overall winner
June 28, 2021 - 9:36 AM

A Vernon woman made history in Annapolis, Maryland, Saturday night when she became the first female solo rider to be the overall winner of what’s called the world’s toughest cycling race.
Renowned Vernon artist Sveva Caetani's home opening to the public
June 28, 2021 - 7:30 AM

Beloved Vernon teacher, artist and writer Sveva Caetani’s works have returned to the city after a nearly 35-year hiatus.
Vernon's former race track could become activity centre, park and housing
June 26, 2021 - 3:30 PM

Vernon’s former Kin Race Track could be the site of a new indoor recreational facility, a park and used for housing.
North Okanagan regional district to allow overnight homeless camps in regional parks
June 25, 2021 - 9:00 PM

The Regional District of the North Okanagan is asking for Vernon city council's support to allow overnight homeless camps in North Okanagan regional parks.
UPDATE: Missing Vernon woman located
June 25, 2021 - 4:41 PM

UPDATE: 4:38 p.m. Friday, June 25, 2021
Shuswap River flowing dangerously fast; floating with inflatables not recommended
June 25, 2021 - 12:00 PM

With hotter temperatures people may be considering a float down the Shuswap River in Enderby, but that's not a great idea right now.
Tickets selling out fast for Vernon’s newly renovated waterslides
June 25, 2021 - 7:00 AM

Vernon’s popular waterslides haven’t even opened their doors to the public yet and some day passes have already sold out.
Submissions open for Armstrong theatre's first Indigenous short film showcase
June 24, 2021 - 8:00 PM

The Caravan Farm Theatre is welcoming submissions for their first Indigenous Short Film Showcase.
Salmon Arm woman killed in North Okanagan motorcycle crash
June 23, 2021 - 11:39 AM

A 58-year-old woman from Salmon Arm was killed in a crash on Highway 97A near Enderby in the North Okanagan last night.
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Iconic Penticton Peach concession stand back in local hands
After a few years with an out-of-town operator, The Peach concession stand in Penticton has a local one. Ice cream and sweets shop Tickleberry’s is going to be operating the stand this summer as well as the Skaha Main concession stand

Pennsylvania House advances bill legalizing recreational marijuana
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New short-term rental bylaw means some in Kamloops may not be available
New licensing rules are putting pressure on Kamloops homeowners hosting short-term rentals, and some may not be allowed any longer. A new bylaw will require hosts get business licenses, bringing Kamloops in line with similar restrictions ac

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