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Indigenous community plays major role in new Penticton supportive housing
A new building will provide supportive housing for those who are experiencing or at risk…
iN PHOTOS: No shortage of winter wildlife in South Okanagan
While the winter season has had its share of warm days and frosty ones this…
Firearm seized from man in downtown Penticton
Penticton RCMP officers were called to a report of a gun in Penticton's downtown this…
Powder returns to Thompson-Okanagan ski resorts
With the blink of an eye, snow has returned to the Thompson-Okanagan region and so…
Metal titans Lamb of God and Mastodon coming to Okanagan
Grammy award-nominated and award-winning metal icons Lamb of God and Mastodon have announced a stop…
Spending tax dollars on dog parks in Thompson-Okanagan a win for everyone
As dog ownership rises, municipalities around Okanagan are spending more on dog parks and an…
Changes to Penticton’s bylaw service meant more calls for service
Bylaw officers in Penticton were granted more power in 2023 and the service has released…
Penticton’s crime rate trending downward: RCMP
Crime rates were down in Penticton aside from a spike in domestic violence for the…
Penticton man wins $100,000 with Lotto 6/49 ticket
It took a Pentictonite three days for reality to hit him after winning a $100,000…
UPDATE: Missing Penticton man located
UPDATE: Jan. 29, 2024 RCMP say a missing Penticton man has been found. All personal…
RCMP searching for wanted woman who may be in South Okanagan
BC Highway Patrol in Keremeos is searching for a wanted 48-year-old woman. Michelle Babette Lawrence…
Look out for bats in your blinds in Okanagan, Similkameen
The BC Community Bat Program is warning residents in the Okanagan and Similkameen region to be…
Mental health crisis response team up and running in Penticton
A new mental health crisis support program is up and running in Penticton. Interior Health…
One dead in mobile home fire in Osoyoos
RCMP have confirmed a body was found after crews had put out a mobile home…
Lose some cash? Penticton RCMP may have it
Someone turned in a large amount of cash to Penticton RCMP, and police are searching…
iN PHOTOS: Chilly quail fluff up for warmth during Okanagan deep freeze
California quail can be seen in backyards across the Okanagan with their feathers fluffed up,…
iN PHOTOS: Funnels of steam spiral over Okanagan Lake delighting onlookers
South Okanagan residents spotted spouts of water vapour spiralling into the air over Okanagan Lake…
Penticton invites skiers and snowboarders to Throwdown Rail Jam
Penticton is inviting expert skiers and snowboarders to compete in the new Downtown Throwdown Rail…
UPDATE: Power restored to 5,000 customers in Penticton
The power has been resorted to thousands of customers in Penticton. The City of Penticton…
South Okanagan charity gets $4M donation, largest in its history
A South Okanagan charity has received the largest donation in it's history. John Pankiw has…
Some Naramata residents want short term rental regulations
Residents in Naramata are concerned about controversial new housing developments in the area because their…
Beloved board game café in Penticton closing its doors
Meeples and Milkshakes Board Game Café in Penticton is closing its doors after four years.…
Prominent member of South Okanagan wine industry accused of sexually assaulting migrant worker
RCMP in Oliver are encouraging victims to come forward after a prominent member of the…
Penticton swimmer training hard for upcoming Olympic trials
A 15-year-old Penticton competitive swimmer is heading to the Olympic trials. Hannah Rutten qualified for…