Suspect identified in destructive downtown Vernon fire: RCMP
Vernon RCMP Const. Chris Terleski confirmed to Global News that a suspect has been identified but that no formal charges have been laid.
Canada
Apr 16
Charges recommended against police officers over 2021 Vernon arrest
B.C.'s police watchdog recommended that Crown counsel consider charges relating to an arrest that happened June 30, 2021, in the 2800 block of 28 Street in Vernon.
Crime
Apr 10
RCMP in Vernon, B.C., provide tips to help prevent auto crime
The number of auto crimes reported in and around Vernon, B.C., are down this year, RCMP officials say. But they are still offering tips on how vehicle owners can reduce their risk.
Crime
Apr 7
Free monthly Naloxone kit training offered in Vernon, B.C.
Since the province declared the toxic drug crisis a public health emergency in on April 14, 2016, over 14,000 deaths have been recorded as a result.
Canada
Apr 21
Vernon, B.C. officials break ground on new $135.9 million Active Living Centre
The Active Living Centre will replace the city’s aging pool, which opened back in 1966. It's scheduled to be open to the public by fall of 2026.
Canada
Apr 8
WWII-era grenades dropped off at front counter of Vernon RCMP station
A Vernon, B.C., man had good intentions when he packed up a couple of Second World War-era grenades and dropped them off at an RCMP station.
Crime
Apr 11
Break-and-enter suspect tracked down in Vernon
Officers found evidence of a break, enter and theft that included merchandise strewn on the floor, RCMP said in a release.
Crime
Mar 26
Man arrested amid attempt to start fire with butane torch: Vernon RCMP
Vernon RCMP say an officer on patrol last Thursday spotted flames near a building along the 2600 block of Highway 6.
Crime
Mar 26
Vernon, B.C. philanthropists host Easter fundraiser to support community
Once a week, instead of furniture, the Packman Moving & Labour Services moving truck is loaded up with warm meals, coffee and goodies to help feed people.
Lifestyle
Mar 20
Would-be burglar found at the scene ‘catching some Zs’: Vernon RCMP
'The effort of breaking in and all the stress of the crime must have really tuckered him out,' Const. Chris Terleski said in a statement issued Wednesday.
Crime
Mar 20
Vernon Mounties say duo in stolen vehicle caught shoplifting
A man has been charged with one count each of theft and possession of stolen property and was released from custody following an initial court appearance.
Crime
Mar 20
Popular Vernon park undergoing fire mitigation work
Starting as early as Monday, March 18, crews will begin reducing potential fire fuels along the south-east boundary of Polson Park.
Fire
Mar 16
Junior hockey: Kelowna Rockets even series, Vernon Vipers thump Kings
The Kelowna Rockets knotted up their best-of-seven series against the Wenatchee Wild on Saturday, while the Vernon Vipers capped off their regular season with one last victory.
Sports
Mar 31
Junior hockey: Rockets bounced from playoffs, Vees edge Vipers in OT
The Kelowna Rockets were eliminated from the WHL playoffs by Prince George, while in the BCHL, Penticton needed overtime to defeat Vernon.
Sports
Apr 20
Court offers look into final moments before arrest in COVID-19 abduction trial
RCMP officers Spencer Hornoi and Toril Romailler arrested Jackson in Vernon, B.C., on Feb. 24, 2022.
Canada
Apr 12
Alberta man arrested in connection with Vernon, B.C. break-ins
On Friday property representatives from two businesses on 27th Street in Vernon reported their business had been broken into overnight.
Crime
Mar 26
Vernon, Penticton see funding for extreme weather projects, new flood strategy
Vernon's Polson Park is getting a $2.5-million upgrade aimed at enhancing the area’s natural appeal and making it more resistant to flooding.
Canada
Mar 21
Junior hockey: Warriors prevail in overtime, Vees take 2-0 series lead
In BCHL Playoff action, the West Kelowna Warriors evened their series against Salmon Arm 1-1, while the Penticton Vees took a 2-0 series lead over Vernon.
Sports
Apr 21
Vernon, B.C. resident files human rights complaint over city cemetery bylaw
Last March, Joe Langlois created a petition to try and get the city to reverse their decision. But now, he says he’s filed a human rights complaint against the city.
Canada
Mar 27
Skating at Vernon rink to soon resume; ice chiller repaired
Since work to repair the ice chiller at Vernon's Kal Tire Place South first began on Sunday, March 10, staff have been assisting user groups to adjust and reschedule ice time.
Canada
Mar 15