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City of Vernon unveils Civic Memorial ParkThe city’s newest park was formally unveiled. Civic Memorial Park pays homage to the old Civic Arena, which served the city for 81 years before its demolition in 2018.May 30
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Vernon man files human rights complaint against cityThe City of Vernon’s cemetery tribute restrictions recently came into effect. From March 15 to October 15, only fresh-cut floral arrangements in approved tribute holders are allowed to be left at grave plots, but that isn’t sitting well with one local resident. He says the bylaw goes against his human and religious rights. Jayden Wasney...Mar 27
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Global Okanagan News at 5, April 16, 2024A small North Okanagan community is on edge after police released a suspect in a suspicious death case; a suspect has been identified in the fire that razed several businesses in downtown Vernon last summer; work crews in Kelowna are working to clean up the homeless rail trail encampment in the city’s north end; and...Apr 17
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Global Okanagan News at 5: April 10, 2024The City of Kelowna has just launched what they’re calling an “alternative revenue initiative” to try and generate more money; two Vernon police officers may be charged relating to an arrest three years ago; Interior Health is confirming a possible drug use incident at Penticton Regional Hospital earlier this week that sent several staff members...Apr 10
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Vernon officials break ground on Active Living CentreVernon officials broke ground on the city’s new multimillion-dollar Active living Centre on Monday. The facility will feature amenities like a 50-metre pool, a multi-purpose room, a walking track, gym and more, and it’s all set to open in 2026. Jayden Wasney reports.Apr 8
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Global Okanagan News at 5: March 27, 2024The family of a Coldstream man who went missing from his home earlier this year says they’ve hired a team of searchers with specialized sonar equipment to scour Kalamalka Lake; a Vernon man says he’s filed a human rights complaint over the city’s cemetery tribute restrictions bylaw.Mar 27
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City of Vernon crews race to clear snowAfter receiving its first major snowfall of the new year, Okanagan communities are digging out. That includes the City of Vernon where snow removal crews have been working around the clock to clear the city’s streets and sidewalks. As Jayden Wasney reports, the city is now asking residents to do their part, so city staff...Jan 18
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Global Okanagan News at 5: March 7, 2024A man has been arrested by police and charged after allegedly threatening another person with a hammer in downtown Vernon; police in the Central Okanagan have issued a warning about a door-to-door business that’s allegedly scamming area residents; the City of Kelowna has partnered up with a Canadian robotics company, for a pilot project that...Mar 7
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Global Okanagan News at 5: January 18, 2024A proposed gravel pit in Summerland has raised concern amongst local residents, organizations and council; the City of Vernon is asking residents to move their vehicles off the streets to allow snow removal efforts to continue; the Conservation Officer Service is re-assuring residents in the Lower Mission area of Kelowna that recent cougar sightings in...Jan 18
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Global Okanagan News at 5: January 16, 2024The Penticton Chamber responds following a rash of petty crimes to start to year. The City of Kelowna may ask the province for short-term rental exemptions. The City of Vernon hits a major target more than 10 years ahead of schedule.Jan 16
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Vernon hits population target 13 years ahead of scheduleThe City of Vernon has just announced it has met the population projection of 45,000 people years ahead of schedule, after seeing growth of roughly 2 per cent each year since 2016. As Jayden Wasney reports, the city says its infrastructure has kept up with the demand, but more residential units are needed.Jan 16
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Vernon couple living in RV allowed to stayLast month Global News aired a story about a Vernon couple that has been in an ongoing dispute with the City of Vernon, over living in their 5th-wheel trailer on their families ALR property. Now, the couple is breathing a sigh of relief, after the city passed a motion that will allow them to stay...Nov 28, 2023
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Global Okanagan News at 5: November 28, 2023A house fire in Peachland has left three occupants displaced. A Vernon couple living in an RV is allowed to stay on ALR property after a city dispute. A new mural in Keremeos hopes to bring communities together.Nov 28, 2023
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Vernon residents frustrated over closure of only walk-in clinicVernon residents who don’t have a family doctor will soon be left with few options, as the city’s only walk-in clinic is shutting its doors permanently Wednesday night. As Jayden Wasney reports, the news of the closure is causing frustration and uncertainty for some in need of care.Nov 15, 2023
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Global Okanagan News at 5: October 31, 2023Police in Kelowna are investigating the discovery of a body in the city’s north end. A homeless encampment near Vernon has caught the attention of many, including the city’s fire chief, who called the area ‘deplorable and dangerous.’ Charges have been laid after a lengthy investigation into a child’s death three years ago in the...Oct 31, 2023
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Vernon couple fined for living in their RVA Vernon couple has found themselves in a dispute with the city, after moving into their 5th-wheel RV on their family’s acreage, while they try and find permanent housing, but the City’s mayor says they’ve been given more than enough time to find housing, and the couple is now being fined. Jayden Wasney reports.Oct 24, 2023
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Global Okanagan News at 5: October 19, 2023West Kelowna residents react to a police-related shooting that sent one man to hospital. A significant cache of eBikes, a pedal bike for two, cash, drugs, and a gun was found in a Vernon home after a weapons complaint. The City of Kelowna isn’t walking back the council’s decision to quash the development permit that...Oct 19, 2023
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Global Okanagan News at 5: October 12, 2023The City of Kelowna partners with the province to tackle homelessness. The city is also seeking feedback on upcoming development in the North End, and firefighters in Vernon doused an overnight house fire.Oct 13, 2023
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Global Okanagan News at 5: July 4, 2023A fire that erupted in downtown Vernon early Tuesday morning destroyed several businesses and has been deemed suspicious. Three people were attacked in a serious incident at Kelowna General Hospital’s emergency room overnight. The City of Kelowna will be taking a closer look at its beachfront park trees after a mature willow tree split with...Jul 4, 2023
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Global Okanagan News at 5:30: June 29The City of Kelowna addressed concerns from downtown business owners about crime and safety. A fire at Vernon’s old Polson Park Motel was snuffed out quickly Thursday, but firefighters soon found out they had more work ahead of them when a grass fire started to take off. A Vernon man who continues to claim he...CrimeJun 29, 2023