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Crime statistics from the RCMP

Crime statistics from the RCMP

June 30-July 13, 2014 crime statistics for the Central Okanagan.
Mount Polley spill may be left in place

Mount Polley spill may be left in place

Further tests will determine whether the metal-bearing sand will be removed or left where it is, Mines Minister Bill Bennett says

Ministry responds to dangerous intersection accusations

New intersection change at Oyama Road and Pelmewash done in consultation with the district, says government

Gatzke concert series wraps next month.

Summer 2014 series continues with Sept. 7 show to close out the season
Lake Country farm market adds wine tasting to its offerings

Lake Country farm market adds wine tasting to its offerings

New BC liquor laws open the door to wine tasting and Lake Country market among first to offer it
Mine dam inspections ordered across B.C.

Mine dam inspections ordered across B.C.

Independent engineering inspections have been ordered for Mount Polley mine and nearly 100 other mine tailings ponds

Pelmewash intersection change called dangerous by Oyama councilor

Sudden change at key intersection has Owen Dickie calling for a review

Lake Country and Vernon police combine to deal with handgun threat

Tense moments at Vernon Army Camp with Lake Country man arrested
Parents get website guide to teacher strike

Parents get website guide to teacher strike

As talks between the B.C. Teachers' Federation and government continue, support site guides parents to online resources
Mine spill tests turn to long-term effects

Mine spill tests turn to long-term effects

Samples of fish and sediment in the region of the Mount Polley mine tailings breach are being tested