Vernon from Above: The Aerial Photography of David Madison
Aerial photography is an important way of documenting an evolving city landscape.
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Lady Aberdeen and the Early History of the Golden Retriever
April 2, 2026 She is best known for her contributions to women’s rights, both locally…
The Origins of Taxi Service in Vernon
Taxis are a familiar sight in Vernon today, but their story began long before cars.
Protecting Swan Lake: Over 100 Years of Local Conservation
Community efforts to preserve Swan Lake as an important habitat for waterfowl and other animals…
Vernon’s Long-Lost Newspapers: A Corporate Scandal
By the mid-1990s, Vernon’s newspaper landscape was changing rapidly.
Vernon’s Long-Lost Newspapers: The Early Years
The first newspaper in Vernon—and the first in the Okanagan—was The Vernon News.
A Century of Women’s Hockey in Vernon
While the spotlight shines on today’s players, women in Vernon were skating and competing over…
Playing to the Pictures: Marion Kermode and Silent Film at the Empress Theatre
Before recorded soundtracks, films depended on live music to convey emotion, pace, and drama.
Frank Marshall and the Field That Bears His Name
Marshall Field is named after Frank Marshall, who was born on February 5, 1904, in…
A Spoonful of Sugar: The Origin of Sugar Lake’s Name
Sugar Lake is a familiar name in the North Okanagan today, but its English origin…
A History of Dellview Hospital
Dellview Hospital operated as a special care facility providing long-term care for older adults.
Eva Drew: Milliner and Business Owner
By 1911, Drew had opened her own millinery shop, located just a few doors down…
Trees, Trains, and Tradition: Vernon’s Christmas Tree Industry
In the early 1930s, a new seasonal industry began to take shape in the North…
The Day the Vernon Lodge Tigers Survived a Plane Crash
On September 7, 1976, the Vernon Lodge Tigers’ triumphant plane journey from Winnipeg took an…
From Cabin Corners to Rail Lines: The Early Years of Vernon’s Post Office
The development of postal service in Vernon was anything but straightforward.
The First Decades of Theatre in Vernon
One of the first major productions at the new Empress Theatre was The Geisha, staged…
The Rise of Cross-Country Skiing at Silver Star
Cross-country skiing’s arrival at Silver Star was a story of persistence.
Capturing Vernon: The Life and Work of George A. Meeres
George Albert Meeres played a significant role in the artistic and photographic history of Vernon.