# artist residence (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover artist residence. Page: Feed: --- ## [Local film on youth superheroes to debut in Vernon on Friday evening](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/629380/Local-film-on-youth-superheroes-to-debut-in-Vernon-on-Friday-evening) _2026-08-27 · Contributed · Castanet.net - Vernon_ What began as an idea by Max Calle in February during a Literacy Society of the North Okanagan class has grown into a film, Supergirl Challenge, that will have its world premiere in Vernon on Friday evening at the RISE Gymnastics Academy. The plot of the film, which was written by the students, i... ## [Crews responding to semi-truck collision on Highway 97 southbound near Oyama](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/629377/Crews-responding-to-semi-truck-collision-on-Highway-97-southbound-near-Oyama) _2026-08-27 · Bowen Assman · Castanet.net - Vernon_ Emergency crews are responding to a multi-vehicle crash involving two semi-trucks on Highway 97 on Thursday morning. The incident occurred in the southbound lane of Highway 97, just past Pelmewash Parkway before the entrance to Oyama. Members of the Lake Country Fire Department and the Vernon ... ## [Provincial funding boosts Coldstream’s emergency preparedness, training, and equipment](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/629335/Provincial-funding-boosts-Coldstream-s-emergency-preparedness-training-and-equipment) _2026-08-27 · Bowen Assman · Castanet.net - Vernon_ The District of Coldstream is expanding its emergency response capabilities thanks to a $30,000 provincial grant. District staff accepted the funding in an Aug. 10 council meeting. The grant originates from the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund (CEPF), which is administered by the Union of... ## [Vernon teen sentenced to probation for sexual assault of six-year-old cousin](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/629311/Vernon-teen-sentenced-to-probation-for-sexual-assault-of-six-year-old-cousin) _2026-08-27 · Bowen Assman · Castanet.net - Vernon_ This story involves sexual assault against a child and may not be suitable for all readers. A Vernon teen has been sentenced to two years of probation after pleading guilty to sexually interfering with his six-year-old cousin on three separate occasions, an act the sentencing judge described as a... ## [BC Wildfire Service reporting new wildfire start east of Vernon not expected to grow](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/629340/BC-Wildfire-Service-reporting-new-wildfire-start-east-of-Vernon-not-expected-to-grow) _2026-08-27 · Michael Potestio · Castanet.net - Vernon_ UPDATE: 8:30 p.m. The BC Wildfire Service is now reporting the lightning-caused wildfire east of Vernon is now held. That means the fire is not expected to grown beyond its current borders. The fire grew to about 0.5 hectares in size before being contained. There is currently another, sp... ## [BC Wildfire Service reporting new wildfire start east of Vernon](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/629340/BC-Wildfire-Service-reporting-new-wildfire-start-east-of-Vernon) _2026-08-27 · Michael Potestio · Castanet.net - Vernon_ A new wildfire has been found east of Vernon this evening. According to the BC Wildfire Service, a 0.4 hectare blaze has popped up some 50 kilometres away from Vernon on the south side of Highway 6. The out of control wildfire is believed to have been caused by lightning.... ## [Longtime public education advocate running for second term as SD22 trustee](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/629334/Longtime-public-education-advocate-running-for-second-term-as-SD22-trustee) _2026-08-27 · Bowen Assman · Castanet.net - Vernon_ Kelli Sullivan, a longtime advocate in public education, has officially announced her candidacy for a second term as a School District 22 Trustee representing Coldstream. A resident of Coldstream for more than 20 years, Sullivan has raised children who attended Kidston Elementary and Kalamalka Se... ## [BC Wildfire crews on scene at blaze near St. Anne's Hill off Highway 97](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/629328/BC-Wildfire-crews-on-scene-at-blaze-near-St-Anne-s-Hill-off-Highway-97) _2026-08-26 · Bowen Assman · Castanet.net - Vernon_ A new fire has sprouted on Okanagan Indian Band lands. At 2:45 p.m., crews were warned of a fire on St Anne's Hill near Highway 97. OKIB's Emergency Operations Centre is monitoring the situation, with the OKIB Fire Department, Spallumcheen Fire Department and BC Wildfire Service currently res... ## [Armstrong Chamber celebrating 125th IPE milestone with free downtown challenge](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/629316/Armstrong-Chamber-celebrating-125th-IPE-milestone-with-free-downtown-challenge) _2026-08-26 · Castanet · Castanet.net - Vernon_ The Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce (ASCC) is inviting residents to celebrate the Interior Provincial Exhibition's 125th milestone anniversary with a free downtown challenge. Running from Saturday, Aug. 29 through Sunday, Sept. 6, Discover Downtown IPE Edition: Capture 125 is an intera... ## [North Okanagan Wastewater Recovery Project moves ahead after approvals](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/629283/North-Okanagan-Wastewater-Recovery-Project-moves-ahead-after-approvals) _2026-08-26 · Bowen Assman · Castanet.net - Vernon_ Construction is officially underway on the $49.6 million North Okanagan Wastewater Recovery Project following final regulatory approvals. The project is a joint partnership between the Township of Spallumcheen, the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO), and the Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB). ... ## [Privacy-first AI-native browser (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/KOKeToyMFjvJ) _2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_ No telemetry or ads — built on Ungoogled Chromium with a built-in AI sidebar and CLI. ## [Vernon's Bill's Place planning 36-bed expansion supported by $2.5 million donation](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/629209/Vernon-s-Bill-s-Place-planning-36-bed-expansion-supported-by-2-5-million-donation) _2026-08-26 · Bowen Assman · Castanet.net - Vernon_ Helped by a $2.5 million donation from the Foord Family Foundation, Bill's Place is set to expand its addiction recovery facility in Vernon by 133 per cent. The new 13,500 square foot, three-story facility will add 36 treatment beds, significantly boosting capacity for individuals seeking recover... ## [Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce announce dates of all candidate forums for upcoming municipal election](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/629184/Armstrong-Spallumcheen-Chamber-of-Commerce-announce-dates-of-all-candidate-forums-for-upcoming-municipal-election) _2026-08-26 · Bowen Assman · Castanet.net - Vernon_ With election season approaching, the Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce (ASCC) is inviting local residents to a series of upcoming all-candidates forums. All three events will take place in September at the Odd Fellows Hall in Armstrong. "These important community events provide ... ## [Coldstream joins provincial e-scooter pilot project](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/629189/Coldstream-joins-provincial-e-scooter-pilot-project) _2026-08-25 · Bowen Assman · Castanet.net - Vernon_ The District of Coldstream has approved the use of e-scooters within the municipality as part of a provincial trial. The electric kick scooter pilot project will officially launch on Sept. 1 and run through April 5, 2028. Under the pilot framework, riders aged 16 and older will be permitted to... ## [Former Chamber president Dauna Kennedy launches bid for Vernon council](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/629121/Former-Chamber-president-Dauna-Kennedy-launches-bid-for-Vernon-council) _2026-08-25 · Bowen Assman · Castanet.net - Vernon_ Vernon business leader Dauna Kennedy is entering her name in the city council race. Kennedy, a resident for nearly two decades in the city, has officially announced her campaign, promising to focus on long-term vision, fiscal discipline, and smart municipal investment. "I'm running to hel... ## [Last chance to experience Enderby's Cardiff Miller Art Warehouse, as major exhibitions move to Milan, Italy](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/629115/Last-chance-to-experience-Enderby-s-Cardiff-Miller-Art-Warehouse-as-major-exhibitions-move-to-Milan-Italy) _2026-08-25 · Bowen Assman · Castanet.net - Vernon_ Art fans will have a few more months to experience major installations at the Cardiff Miller Art Warehouse in Enderby before the works make the journey to Europe. In October, five of the large-scale installations currently on view will be dismantled and shipped to Milan, Italy, for an internation... ## [Bush katydid spotted near Swan Lake in Vernon/Spallumcheen area](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/628775/Bush-katydid-spotted-near-Swan-Lake-in-Vernon-Spallumcheen-area) _2026-08-22 · Darren Handschuh · Castanet.net - Vernon_ It's not a leaf, but it looks like one. Sam Horsley recently spotted a bush katydid in the backyard of his home near Swan Lake in the Vernon-Spallumcheen area. And that brings us to Castanet's Bug of the Week. In North America, katydids are also known as bush crickets. At one point, they we... ## [New award category recognizes workplace wellness in Vernon](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/628675/New-award-category-recognizes-workplace-wellness-in-Vernon) _2026-08-22 · Bowen Assman · Castanet.net - Vernon_ The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce has expanded its award categories, adding a new honour focused on workplace wellness and community health. The addition comes ahead of the Chamber's 42nd annual Business Excellence Awards, presented by Kal Tire, which will take place Thursday, Oct. 22 at the... ## [Vernon’s Own Cassidy Sharman wins in two categories at Summer Shredding Toronto](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/628757/Vernon-s-Own-Cassidy-Sharman-wins-in-two-categories-at-Summer-Shredding-Toronto) _2026-08-22 · Darren Handschuh · Castanet.net - Vernon_ Vernon's Own Cassidy Sharman earned two first-place finishes in Summer Shredding Toronto. Sharman took the stage in two categories: Wellness and Figure, finishing first overall in both categories. The win qualified her for the championship event in Houston, Texas, giving her the opportunity to... ## [Construction on the $49.6-million North Okanagan Wastewater Recovery Project has started](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/628754/Construction-on-the-49-6-million-North-Okanagan-Wastewater-Recovery-Project-has-started) _2026-08-21 · Darren Handschuh · Castanet.net - Vernon_ The North Okanagan Wastewater Recovery Project sewer and water reclamation system is now under construction within the Township of Spallumcheen. The NOWRP is a partnership between the Regional District of North Okanagan, the Township of Spallumcheen and the Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB) that was la... ## [More evacuation orders have been rescinded for the Bradley Creek wildfire](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/628763/More-evacuation-orders-have-been-rescinded-for-the-Bradley-Creek-wildfire) _2026-08-21 · Darren Handschuh · Castanet.net - Vernon_ The Okanagan Indian Band has rescinded more evacuation orders for the Bradley Creek wildfire. The evacuation order rescind is in effect for the following areas: 35-51 Brewers Trail Pete place 28 to 39 Louies Lane 58 Jenny Lane 40, 42 Louies Lane 102 Bayview Road 11905 Westside R... ## [Every Channel. One Login. (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/g3YJWJRt4meb) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ 17,000+ live channels, movies and sports on any device. Free trial, no IP lock. ## [Vernon fall recreation program guide now open to residents](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/628656/Vernon-fall-recreation-program-guide-now-open-to-residents) _2026-08-21 · Bowen Assman · Castanet.net - Vernon_ The City of Vernon has released its fall recreation guide, offering hundreds of programs, activities, and opportunities for residents of all ages, interests, and abilities. Registration is now open on Friday, Aug. 21. "To help make registration as smooth as possible, community members are... ## [Enderby hosts annual Friday Night Lights tonight](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/628753/Enderby-hosts-annual-Friday-Night-Lights-tonight) _2026-08-21 · Darren Handschuh · Castanet.net - Vernon_ North Okanagan residents are getting revved up for Enderby's Friday Night Lights. Hot rods, classic trucks, stilt walkers, Ryan Michale Magic, live music and more takes place tonight starting at 5 p.m. Enderby's signature, one-night-only classic car show and summer festival runs until 8 p.m. o... ## [Identical twin girls murdered near Enderby in 1964](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/628637/Identical-twin-girls-murdered-near-Enderby-in-1964) _2026-08-21 · Darren Handschuh · Castanet.net - Vernon_ It was a double murder that shocked the North Okanagan. Donna and Dianna Ring were killed near Enderby in 1964. A post on the Cold Case Canada said they were last seen getting off the school bus by 11-year-old Mike Morris who chatted with the identical twins for a few minutes, before watching ... ## [Okanagan Indian Band rescinds evacuation order to some properties around Bradley Creek wildfire](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/628717/Okanagan-Indian-Band-rescinds-evacuation-order-to-some-properties-around-Bradley-Creek-wildfire) _2026-08-21 · Michael Potestio · Castanet.net - Vernon_ The Okanagan Indian Band has rescinded some evacuation orders around the Bradley Creek wildfire Thursday evening. The wildfire near Vernon is currently being held, but not yet listed as under control. Rescinded evacuation order apply to 16 to 81, Louis Estates Road, 11649, 11650, 11713, 11899,... ## [Community Futures North Okanagan helping area businesses impacted by drought, fires](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/628554/Community-Futures-North-Okanagan-helping-area-businesses-impacted-by-drought-fires) _2026-08-21 · Darren Handschuh · Castanet.net - Vernon_ Community Futures North Okanagan has announced an economic disaster recovery framework to deliver immediate financial aid and targeted support to local businesses. The program is in response to the recent wildfires and water scarcity within the region, particularly impacting the Greater Vernon Wa... ## [City of Vernon has closed the Emergency Operations Centre](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/628686/City-of-Vernon-has-closed-the-Emergency-Operations-Centre) _2026-08-20 · Darren Handschuh · Castanet.net - Vernon_ The City of Vernon has concluded its response to the Bradley Creek wildfire and has closed its Emergency Operations Centre. The EOC stood down on Aug. 19, but the emergency management team will continue to monitor local and provincial conditions and work with its partners as the wildfire season e... ## [Chris Pieper is returning politics in a bid to be Armstrong's mayor - again](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/628668/Chris-Pieper-is-returning-politics-in-a-bid-to-be-Armstrong-s-mayor-again) _2026-08-20 · Darren Handschuh · Castanet.net - Vernon_ Chris Pieper is returning to municipal politics. Pieper served four terms as the mayor of Armstrong. He also served 17 years as a councillor for 31 years of continuous service in the North Okanagan community. At the time of his October 2022 retirement, Pieper said he felt it was time to let so... ## [Vernon Community Arts Centre will feature work of Youth Artist in Residence program](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/628540/Vernon-Community-Arts-Centre-will-feature-work-of-Youth-Artist-in-Residence-program) _2026-08-20 · Darren Handschuh · Castanet.net - Vernon_ Emerging artists Emrys Peacock and Felicity Vance will have their work featured as part of the Vernon Community Arts Centre 12th annual Youth Artist in Residence program. Selected from a strong pool of applicants, Peacock and Vance spent the summer developing their artistic practices through ment... ## [Power restored across Lake Country and Vernon](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/628614/Power-restored-across-Lake-Country-and-Vernon) _2026-08-20 · Kathy Michaels · Castanet.net - Vernon_ UPDATE 11:54 a.m. Power has been restored in the homes that were without power earlier Thursday morning. ORIGINAL 8:21 a.m. Nearly 4,900 BC Hydro customers are without power in Lake Country and Vernon this morning. The outage began around 7 a.m. Aug. 20 west of Highway 97. BC Hydro cre... ## [Hire AI-Powered Freelancers Fast (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/7LnV38GbxdBV) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Browse and hire skilled professionals using AI tools — free to post, free to apply. ## [Westwold residents demanding immediate highway action after semi-truck crashes near school](https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/628561/Westwold-residents-demanding-immediate-highway-action-after-semi-truck-crashes-near-school) _2026-08-20 · Bowen Assman · Castanet.net - Vernon_ A Westwold resident and local parent group are once again calling on the Ministry of Transportation to address speeding and traffic safety through their community after a semi-truck crashed onto the grounds of Westwold Elementary School on Wednesday morning. According to Vernon North Okanagan RCM...