Former North Okanagan water channel to be converted into recreational trail
Part of the agreement ensures that Coldstream Ranch will continue to have access through the property to adjacent rangelands for cattle grazing.
Environment
Jan 2
Morning fire destroys North Okanagan home
The closest fire hydrant was 15 kilometres away, and supporting the Lumby Fire Department were crews from the Lavington and BX fire halls
Canada
Nov 16, 2023
North Okanagan company says it has fire-resistant solution for housing construction
A North Okanagan company said it is building fire-resistant homes that take roughly six weeks to complete.
Consumer
Oct 26, 2023
Missing senior in North Okanagan found safe
“An immediate search was launched that included resources from both the RCMP and Vernon Search and Rescue,” said police.
Canada
Oct 17, 2023
Ride-hailing companies adapting to Okanagan
Uber is still adjusting to the market, with just one month under its belt, while Uride is finding cause for growth after being in the area for a year.
Traffic
Jul 11, 2023
Evacuation order issued for Townsend Creek area northwest of Williams Lake
Evacuees can access Emergency Support Services (ESS) by calling 250-983-3638.
Fire
Jul 9, 2023
North Okanagan Valley Gleaners distributing food aid at record pace
Last year the society shipped out more servings than it ever had before, more than 13.4 million. This year the charity is on track to break that record.
Canada
Apr 4, 2023
Camaraderie and competition at the forefront of the BC Winter Games
Kicking off the second full day of competition is wheelchair basketball, bringing together players of all abilities under one roof at the Lavington School and Community Centre.
Sports
Mar 26, 2023
North Okanagan speeders rack up heavy fines over long weekend
The worst on record for the weekend was on Highway 97 and Salmon River Road, where one driver was caught going 170 km/h in 90km/h zone.
Crime
Sep 8, 2021
GE boosts earnings 21 per cent in 2Q, led by recovery in lending business
NEW YORK, N.Y. - When it comes to weathering a sluggish economy, it pays to have your fingers in a lot of pies.
Money
Jul 22, 2011
Two fires break out in North Okanagan
Two separate fires erupted on Thursday in the north part of the valley: one at a mobile home in Falkland and one at a barn in Lavington.
Apr 22, 2011
North Okanagan residents urged to prepare for floods
Here is a list of where you can get sand and sandbags to prepare your house in case of flooding.
May 12, 2011
Charges laid after 2010 tainted water scare affects thousands near Vernon
VERNON, B.C. - Charges have now been laid under B.C.'s Water Protection and Environmental Management acts following an extensive investigation of the contamination of a North Okanagan water system.
Sep 14, 2011
Charges laid after 2010 tainted water scare affects thousands near Vernon
VERNON, B.C. - Charges have now been laid under B.C.'s Water Protection and Environmental Management acts following an extensive investigation of the contamination of a North Okanagan water system.
Health
Sep 14, 2011
Hefty fines after Coldstream water contamination
In January 2010, warm weather and heavy rain caused manure from a field in Lavington to get into the Antwerp Springs water source.
Jun 28, 2012
Train derails in Lavington, no word on cause
Two box cars from a Kelowna Pacific train lay on their sides near the Tolko Mill in Lavington Wednesday morning. Another was tipped over about 45 degrees.
Mar 28, 2012
Water contamination trial delayed
<span style="font-size: 10pt;">Many residents in the North Okanagan are waiting to hear if the Regional District will be held partly liable for the contamination of a Lavington water well three years ago.</span>
Feb 5, 2013
High wildfire danger areas in Okanagan, Shuswap to continue growing into weekend
'We are seeing unseasonably warm temperatures, so the B.C Wildfire Service is reminding people to please be extremely cautious,' the government agency said.
Weather
Apr 16, 2021
WATCH: Controversial Lavington pellet plant moves forward as critics appeal
The plant is expected to use sawdust and shavings from the nearby Tolko sawmill. However, its planned location near an elementary school is raising concerns, particularly about air quality.
Jan 29, 2015
Future of Lavington plant revealed today
The new owner of the 92 acre site, Restoration Lands, will hold a news conference this afternoon.
Economy
Oct 5, 2016