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Indigenous name unveiled for Vernon’s Active Living Centre draws mixed reactions

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The City of Vernon and the Okanagan Indian Band have unveiled an Indigenous name for the new Active Living Centre as construction nears completion.

Open burning season begins next month in Vernon

Community Lauren Accili -
The City of Vernon has announced that open burning permits will be available next month.

Vernon Parkade renewal project begins next week

Community
Construction of the Vernon Downtown Parkade begins next week. 

Calgary family seeks support after near-drowning in Enderby

Community
A Calgary family is raising money after their nine-year-old son was found submerged in water during a trip to Enderby.

Long-time Enderby volunteer receives Lifetime Civic Merit Award

Community
The City of Enderby was proud to present the Lifetime Civic Merit Award to Neil Fidler, a long-time resident and volunteer in the community.

RDNO urges residents to remain vigilant amid elevated wildfire risk

Community
The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) is reminding residents to be well prepared for possible evacuation, as current weather and environmental conditions may create an elevated wildfire risk. 
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Community Foundation North Okanagan launches Wildfire Response 2026 Fund

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Community Foundation North Okanagan (CFNO) has established the Wildfire Response 2026 Fund to collect and grant donations toward relief and recovery.

Coldstream and Vernon receive funding for infrastructure projects

Community
The District of Coldstream and the City of Vernon are receiving over millions of dollars through the Strategic Priorities Fund to support infrastructure projects.

B.C. drowning deaths up more than 50% from last year, preliminary figures show

Community
Accidental drowning deaths in British Columbia have increased by more than 50 per cent compared with the same point last year, according to preliminary figures released during National Drowning Prevention Week.

City of Vernon urging public to look out for one another during heat wave

Community
With a heat warning in effect for the Vernon area, the City is urging residents and visitors to take precautions and make use of available indoor and outdoor spaces to stay cool.
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New command truck joining Vernon Search and Rescue crew

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The Vernon Search and Rescue (VSAR) said the team is eager to drive their new command truck being custom built in Surrey currently.

New section of the Shuswap/North Okanagan Rail opens

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A new 14-kilometre section along the Splatsin te Secwépemc/Shuswap North Okanagan Rail Trail has been opened as construction continues.
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