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Innovative café opening in Vernon breaks down employment barriers
June 29, 2025 - 6:00 AM
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An artsy café opening in Vernon this summer will be operated by residents with diverse abilities as part of a broader movement for inclusivity.
Vernon senior loses appeal over Bobcat assault on homeless couple
June 26, 2025 - 6:00 PM

A "vindictive" Vernon senior who used a Bobcat to destroy a homeless couple's possessions has failed in his attempt to overturn his conviction.
Duelling Vernon stratas enter 12th year of 'convoluted' legal battle
June 25, 2025 - 6:00 PM
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What was supposed to be a quick and easy Vernon real estate investment has entered its 12th year in court as the owners of the 14 units continue their pricey legal fight arguing this time about unpaid strata fees.
Teen stabbed during fight at Coldstream grad party
June 24, 2025 - 11:44 AM

A teenager was stabbed during a fight at a grad party in Coldstream over the weekend.
Salmon Arm mom shares story of son struggling with mental illness, addiction
June 24, 2025 - 6:00 AM

A Salmon Arm woman guides monthly groups of parents or families struggling to cope with adult children who are addicted to drugs, have mental health issues or have a combination of both.
Vernon man who shot at girlfriend loses appeal
June 23, 2025 - 7:00 PM

A North Okanagan man jailed for four years for recklessly firing a gun that narrowly missed his girlfriend has failed in his attempt to have one of his charges overturned.
Vernon woman dies in family fight; suspect arrested
June 23, 2025 - 1:41 PM

A 75-year-old Vernon woman died during a fight with her family at a home in the city Friday afternoon.
In BC the state can tell you what to do with your money, even when you’re dead
June 23, 2025 - 6:00 AM

Some might gripe that their spouse keeps too close an eye on their spending habits, but the wrath of a partner after a frivolous purchase is small fry compared to the power the state has once you're dead.
Salmon Arm man, 48, jailed for having sex with a teenager
June 22, 2025 - 6:00 AM

A 48-year-old Shuswap man, who had unprotected sex with a 15-year-old girl who went to high school with his kids, will spend four years in jail.
BC wildfire documentary premiering in Kelowna, Vernon
June 21, 2025 - 4:00 AM

A wildfire documentary exploring the causes and consequences of BC’s escalating wildfire crisis is premiering in Kelowna and Vernon next week.
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Okanagan apples returning to market amid adversity
A year after the BC Tree Fruit Cooperative closed down, orchardists in the Okanagan are quietly optimistic about this year's apple harvest. It's been a bumper year for cherries , and peaches and apricots are back on track . And no

Smells of weed. Roars of airplanes. Loud crowds. It's all part of the US Open's chaos
NEW YORK (AP) — There are some tennis players, such as Frances Tiafoe or Madison Keys or Ben Shelton, who can't wait for the U.S. Open to come around each year, with its boisterous crowds, its bold-faced names in the stands, its music a

Penticton property owners facing $33M bill for new water system fight back
The spokesperson for the Sage Mesa Water Users Group didn't pull any verbal punches when discussing the fear, anxiety and anger that has spread amongst 240 property owners facing massive water bills for decades as a potential $33-million debt

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