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Sewer work affecting Coldstream traffic

4 days ago | vernonmatters.ca | Liam Verster

Stock photo (ID 14673406 © Feverpitched | Dreamstime.com) By Liam Verster Sanitary Sewer Upgrades Sewer work affecting Coldstream traffic Jun 3, 2025 | 3:53 PM Planned work on the sanitary sewer system is impacting traffic on Coldstream’s Selkirk Drive.
Nominees selected for North Okanagan Sport Awards

4 days ago | vernonmatters.ca | Liam Verster

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu champion Lillian Marchand (left) is presented with the 2024 North Okanagan Athlete of the Year award by Dan Currie of Tim Hortons and Ann Holmes, selection committee chair.
Greater Vernon residents asked to conserve water as reservoir levels are monitored

4 days ago | vernonmatters.ca | Liam Verster

Stock photo (ID 76002037 © VanderWolfImages | Dreamstime.com) By Liam Verster Normal Water Restrictions Greater Vernon residents asked to conserve water as reservoir levels are monitored Jun 3, 2025 | 11:04 AM With summer heat fast approaching, Greater Vernon Water customers are being urged to follow restrictions and conserve water wherever possible.
Local realtors challenging short-term rental regulations

4 days ago | vernonmatters.ca | Liam Verster

The association’s report, Unlocking Flexibility: Rethinking Short-Term Rental Regulations in British Columbia’s Interior, includes four recommendations for policymakers to consider in order to “unlock more flexibility in the current short-term rental rules.” Those involve: Returning zoning autonomy to local governments and allow them to designate tourism zones that are exempt from the province’s principal residence requirement Enable flexibility near essential worksites and healthcare centres...
Vernon RCMP ask for assistance locating missing man

5 days ago | vernonmatters.ca | Liam Verster

MArk Hoffman of Vernon was last seen on May 30 (photo courtesy of the RCMP). By Liam Verster Missing Person Vernon RCMP ask for assistance locating missing man Jun 2, 2025 | 2:36 PM Police have asked the public for assistance locating a missing man.
Woman’s body recovered from Okanagan Lake

5 days ago | vernonmatters.ca | Liam Verster

(file photo/Pattison Media) By Liam Verster Went Missing While Kayaking Woman’s body recovered from Okanagan Lake Jun 2, 2025 | 2:35 PM Vernon North Okanagan RCMP say the body of a woman who went missing on Okanagan Lake has been found.
Flag raised to kick off Vernon Pride Week

5 days ago | vernonmatters.ca | Liam Verster

“For some, this flag represents a journey, a long road to self-acceptance; for others, it represents home, a place where we are seen, valued, and safe. “For all of us, it is a promise that we will continue to build a community where everyone belongs.”Mayor Victor Cumming was not in attendance for the flag raising, but city councillor and acting mayor, Kari Gares, said the week and the flag event represents the city’s committment to supporting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
Local high schoolers take home hardware in rowing competition

5 days ago | vernonmatters.ca | Liam Verster

Sierra Munroe (left) and Cole O’Connor (right) in the red buoy zone of the course, about to win gold.
NexusBC highlights its supports and services to mark Seniors Week

5 days ago | vernonmatters.ca | Liam Verster

Submitted photo of NexusBC's 2023 Seniors Fair By Liam Verster Seniors Programs and Supports NexusBC highlights its supports and services to mark Seniors Week Jun 2, 2025 | 10:28 AM A local agency looks to celebrate B.C. Seniors Week by highlighting the services and supports available to older adults in Vernon and the North Okanagan.
Lane closed following crash on 25th Ave

5 days ago | vernonmatters.ca | Liam Verster

The crash that led to an eastbound lane of 25th Ave. being closed Monday morning (photo by Liam Verster / Vernon Matters) By Liam Verster Rear-End Collision Lane closed following crash on 25th Ave Jun 2, 2025 | 10:24 AM An eastbound lane of 25th Avenue was closed Monday morning following a multi-vehicle collision.