Coldstream's old glass plant to become largest solar farm in the Interior
With a rooftop that spans more than seven acres, Restoration Lands in Coldstream will soon boast the largest solar panel installation in the BC Interior, if not...
Repaving project to close portion of Back Enderby road in Spallumcheen Tuesday
The Township of Spallumcheen is advising motorists of a planned road closure and traffic delays for a portion of Back Enderby Road Tuesday, May 14. The road...
Mobile dental hygiene cleans up at Vernon's Community Futures Enterprize Challenge
Sage Dental Hygiene emerged victorious taking the top spot in this year’s Community Future’s Enterprize Challenge. Jenna Smith’s mobile dental...
Fletcher's Keep was created in Lumby to ease financial hardships in caring for aging dogs
Anyone who’s had a dog knows the unconditional love they are capable of giving and when Anita Dunford’s dog Fletcher got old and developed a tumour,...
Thousands of salmon fry released in Lower Vernon Creek in effort to return sockeye to Okanagan
Members of the Okanagan Indian Band lined the banks of the Lower Vernon Creek for the 2nd annual fry release in that location. Students from the Band’s...
Vernonite plans 'casual' two hour bike ride to raise money for military mental health supports
Even though he never had the chance to meet his uncle, Bob Harding grew up knowing David Mills was a brave man. The gunnery sergeant was killed in action in the...
Sound dampening campaign underway for Vernon Pickleball Association
They're calling it “Operation Hush Pickle.” Executives with the Vernon Pickleball Association are in the midst of an internal fundraising...
Parents speak up over future of closed Lumby elementary
After sending out a survey last Thursday asking parents if they support the sale of Whitevale Elementary, the school board is sharing more information about the...
Cooler temps and robust blooms good for North Okanagan bees
Honey bees, bumble bees and hairy bellied bees are out in full pollination force through the North Okanagan. Flowering pear trees and apple blossoms are among...
Justice Park fire quickly put out by Vernon Fire Rescue Services
Fire crews attended to reports of a fire in the park across from the Vernon Courthouse late Monday afternoon. The call came in just after 3:30 p.m. after smoke...