Evacuation Alerts rescinded to All Clear across the Shuswap
The Evacuation Alerts, issued by the Columbia Shuswap Regional District through the Shuswap Emergency Program due to a wildfire burning in Electoral Area F and G of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District have been rescinded to ALL CLEAR:
- For properties in the unincorporated areas known as Sorrento, this includes the:
- Sorrento Alert issued on September 2, 2023;
- Sorrento and Little River Alert issued on August 25, 2023
- For properties in the unincorporated areas known as Celista, Magna Bay, Scotch Creek, Lee Creek, Lower East Adams Lake and Tsútswecw Provincial Park, including all Alerts issued on September 6, 2023;
- Except for properties which have been severely impacted by wildfire and have sustained structure loss. These properties remain on an Evacuation Order, which were issued on September 6, 2023. For more information on these specific properties see the Shuswap Emergency Program Dashboard.
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Joint statement from City of Vernon, District of Coldstream and RDNO Electoral Areas B and C on recr
The City of Vernon has established a ‘fee for service’ agreement for recreation services with the District of Coldstream and Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) Electoral Areas B and C. -
More supports coming to Vernon for mental-health, substance-use crises
To help people in crisis and to free police resources to focus on crime, a new crisis response is now in Vernon. -
Wilson Landing Fire Department to collect food and donations for Central Okanagan Foodbank
Residents in communities served by the Wilson’s Landing Fire Department are encouraged to watch Tuesday evening for the flashing lights signifying the annual department Santa Run food drive. -
Tourism Golden becomes rainbow registered with CGLCC
Tourism Golden proudly announces its commitment to diversity by becoming Rainbow Registered through the Canadian Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC). -
Slow down and watch for new crosswalk on Wade Ave E and Government Street
The City is alerting drivers to watch for traffic changes along Wade Avenue E and Government Street, which includes a new crosswalk that connects Papineau Street with the Penticton Creek pedestrian footbridge. -
Major development project near PRH enters next steps
The Okanagan’s largest commercial transaction is now complete, and paves the way for a mixed use master planned community adjacent to Penticton Regional Hospital. -
West Kelowna Fire Rescue supporting local food banks
Join West Kelowna Fire Rescue (WKFR) in helping to keep the shelves stocked at the Central Okanagan Food Bank throughout the winter. -
Maintenance work scheduled for Vernon Water Reclamation Centre next week
The City of Vernon would like to advise residents near the Vernon Water Reclamation Centre (VWRC) that increased odours may be noticeable in the area next week as crews begin scheduled maintenance on the facility.
