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Multi-day Vernon Search Rescues 3
VSAR Confirms Two Separate Rescues in Hunters Range, Including Missing Snowmobilers
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10 hours ago
Major Highway Closures Remain as Flooding and Storm Impacts Continue
December 13 2025 - Major transportation routes between the Lower Mainland and the Interior remain closed or disrupted as crews continue repair work following heavy rainfall and flooding linked to an atmospheric river. The most significant impacts continue on Highway 1 through Abbotsford and Highway 3 between Hope and Princeton , both of which remain closed as of Friday. Highway 3: Hope to Princeton Still Closed Highway 3 remains closed in both directions between Hope and Pri
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10 hours ago
Missing Snowmobilers Located in Hunters Range
Two snowmobilers reported missing in the Hunters Range since Wednesday have been located
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16 hours ago
Wildfire in Kalamalka Park
Smoke from the Kalamalka Park fire could be seen for kilometers.
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Jun 12, 20241 min read
Quick Work by Lavington and Coldstream Fire Halls Saves House
Around 5 PM Friday, Lavington and Coldstream Fire Halls responded to reports of a chimney fire in the 7200 Block of Highway 6. When crews arrived, the fire was threatening to spread into the walls. Firefighters quickly extinguished the chimney fire and saved the building. There are no reports of injuries. No word on when the residents can return home. Tags: Quick Work by Lavington and Coldstream Fire Halls Saves House
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Dec 15, 20231 min read
Highway 6 through Coldstream Closed After Motor Vehicle Accident
Once again, an accident has closed Highway 6 through Coldstream. Approximately at 8:45 AM, emergency responders from Coldstream and Lavington Fire Halls were called to a collision between an SUV and a Semi. BC Ambulance and RCMP also attended the scene. Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported, despite airbags being deployed in the SUV. No cause or details regarding what transpired have been released. A man, presumably the semi-driver, was helping direct traffic around
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Dec 15, 20231 min read
Vernon, Coldstream Reach Deal For Recreation Service
11th Hour Deal Hammered Out December 1st, 2023: In a last-minute agreement on December 1, 2023, the City of Vernon, District of Coldstream, and RDNO Electoral Areas B and C have finalized a 'fee for service' deal for recreational services. Under this agreement: Coldstream will contribute - $722,103 RDNO Electoral Area B - $369,547 RDNO Electoral Area C - $365,299 The deal ensures residents of the four areas will enjoy equal access and user rates. The agreement s
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Dec 1, 20231 min read
Fireworks Spark Grass Fire at Kalamalka Lookout
Coldstream Fire Hall responded to reports fireworks had ignited grass just beyond the fence at the Kalamalka Lookout on Kalamalka Lookout Road. The Incident was reported just after 7:30 Sunday evening. Coldstream Firefighters quickly extinguished the small blaze. Video from a thermal camera offers a unique view of where the fire was burning minutes earlier. Fireworks of any kind are not permitted in Coldstream without a permit: Coldstream City Bylaws - FIREWORKS 10 (1)
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Nov 13, 20231 min read
Coldstream, Vernon Water Source Change To Kalamalka
November 6, 2023: Greater Vernon Water – Water Source Change Water Notice "The Regional District of North Okanagan informs customers of Greater Vernon Water that beginning November 7, due to planned maintenance, the Kalamalka Lake water source will be supplied to areas on the attached map normally served by the Duteau Creek source. Tap Map For Larger Image Customers not normally on the Kalamalka water source may notice that the water is harder and has a higher alkalinity and
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Nov 6, 20231 min read
Moon Over Kalamalka Lake
Another beautiful evening in Coldstream. 27 degrees Celcius, a light breeze, and the moon had a slight orange tint. The orange tint is likely due to light wildfire smoke in the air. Tags: Moon Over Kalamalka Lake
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Jul 29, 20231 min read
House Fire in Okanagan's Lake Country
9700 block, Chase road, Lake Country. The house fire was first called in just after 10 pm Saturday, November 3, 2022. No injuries have been reported. Little to nothing is known at this point. Neighbours are reported to have seen people coming and going from the address on occasion but its not known if the building is occupied full time or not. Security is on scene and a fence was being erected around the structure at the time of writing. More information will be added w
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Dec 4, 20221 min read
Forced into Kalamalka Lake by Aggressive Cougar
Wednesday, November 23/22: RCMP and Coldstream Fire Hall attended an unusual call this evening. Two women walking along the Rail Trail beside Kalamalka Lake had a frightening encounter with an aggressive Cougar that began Wednesday afternoon. The women were out for a walk on the popular trail when they noticed a cougar had taken an uncomfortable interest in them. Despite efforts to scare the cougar away, it continued to get closer and closer. At one point the aggressive cou
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Nov 23, 20221 min read
VIDEO: Coldstream Remembrance Day 2021
About 100 people gathered around the Coldstream Cenotaph this Remembrance Day to pay respect to those who gave their lives for the freedom we take for granted today. Despite no official Remembrance Day ceremony people shared a heartfelt prayer. White doves were released and a formation of armed forces aircraft flew overhead. Those gathered were led by one of the attendees in singing O Canada A very touching Remembrance Day ceremony.
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Nov 11, 20211 min read
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