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Greater Vernon game for Winter Games

Greater Vernon game for Winter Games

Office manager Brenda Thorlakson was resplendent in the official B.C. Winter Games grey hoodie and, later, in a one-quarter zip Games pullover sweater.

New protocol protects victims

Each week, the Vernon-North Okanagan RCMP investigates a case of spousal assault.

Virus claims canines

A parvovirus outbreak in the Vernon area that killed five dogs appears to be easing up.

Group checks out libraries

Library services in small communities are under scrutiny, but that doesn’t mean closures.

Lumby man’s death ruled an accident

A Lumby man’s death at a B.C. Hydro substation in eastern B.C. has been classified as accidental.

Frustration forces director to retire

Conflict within the Regional District of North Okanagan has led to a casualty.

Demands leave homeowners unsettled

While it’s not unusual for developers to contribute to local infrastructure, some homeowners are shocked to discover that they too can be forced to chip in.

Bovine TB case ongoing

An outbreak of bovine tuberculosis, believed to be traced back to a Cherryville area farm, has forced quarantines across B.C. and Alberta.

Gift of parking and transit given to shoppers

Parking will be free for Saturday Christmas shoppers in downtown Vernon.

Bridge replacement closes forest road

Travellers are advised that the Mabel Lake Forest Service Road in the Lumby area will be closed at the 32-kilometre mark from Monday, Oct. 10 until Oct. 31.