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Rainy weather and thunderstorms for Okanagan
OKANAGAN - In the wake of the extended period of hot, dry weather, the Okanagan is about to receive several days of rain. Environment Canada is calling for clouds and showers beginning today, Aug. 28, and continuing through to Wednesday. Thundershowers are forecast for Saturday. And it will be cool with highs of 19 Celsius and...
Penticton triathlon facing a challenge with long distance race
PENTICTON - The Challenge Penticton triathlon has been changing since its inception and nowhere does that seem more apparent than in the event’s race participant statistics. This year’s race involves a total of 1,171 registered athletes as of August 23. Of that total, 201 solo athletes will compete in the full distance race, including 39 relay...
Road closures and highway advisories for Challenge Penticton on Sunday
PENTICTON - Motorists using Penticton and area roads will face delays and road closures on Sunday, Aug. 30 during the Challenge Penticton event. Drivers using Highways 97, 3 and 3A in the Okanagan - Similkameen are advised lane closures will be in effect along sections of Highway 97 during the race’s cycling portion, with single...
Okanagan Lake water level not bad, next year could be the problem
OKANAGAN - Despite sitting smack dab in a region beset by a level four drought, Okanagan Lake is not doing too badly when it comes to water level, at least at first glance. Estimates from the natural resources ministry predict the lake won’t go down as far as it has in previous drought years. It's...
It’s bear season: how to keep yourself (and your dogs) safe
THOMPSON–OKANAGAN – If you haven't seen a bear in town, you just might soon. Provincial WildSafe B.C. Coordinator Frank Ritcey says the number of bear sightings was down considerably at the start of the season but have steadily climbed. Bears are becoming more visible because of the change in weather and their pre-hibernation activities. “When...
VIDEO: Penticton offers background for commercial starring Carey Price, Kaylyn Kyle
PENTICTON - Where does one of the biggest stars in the National Hockey League shoot a commercial? Penticton, of course. Montreal Canadiens goaltender and MVP Carey Price stars in a commercial for Under Armour that was shot last month in Penticton. It also features Canadian women’s soccer world cup midfielder Kaylyn Kyle. The commercial is...
Chronic offender Ronald Teneycke in hospital
PENTICTON - The man who led police on a recent manhunt in the South Okanagan is in hospital and unable to make a routine court appearance. Ronald Arthur Teneycke’s counsel, Michael Welsh, appeared in court without the accused, and was not in a position to speak to a bail hearing. Welsh also noted he lacked...
Penticton seeks to be a more inclusive community
RAINBOW CROSSWALKS? PENTICTON - Penticton City Council wants to be an inclusive community, and they are seeking ways to demonstrate that idea. Noting the recent installation of rainbow crosswalks in nearby communities such as Princeton, Summerland and Kelowna to demonstrate inclusivity of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning community, council recently asked city staff...
Challenge week underway in Penticton
PENTICTON - Challenge Penticton weekend is descending upon the city, and along with the main event on Sunday there are numerous other events that involve the whole family. In addition to Challenge races for kids and casual participants, the Downtown Penticton Association will be hosting numerous activities and entertainment in Gyro Park on Friday, Aug....
Possibility of ’ember showers’ from U.S. fire causes Grand Forks evacuation alert
GRAND FORKS – An evacuation alert has been issued for some residents of Grand Forks due to the possibilty of embers being blown across the border from the 19,000 hectare Stickpin wildfire in Washington State. The alert was issued today, Aug. 26 ahead of strong winds expected in the coming days, according to a post...
Burning vehicle starts grass fire on Okanagan Connector
KELOWNA – A vehicle on fire in the westbound lane of the Okanagan Connector has started a small grass fire 26 kilometres west of Kelowna. Seven firefighters are on scene of what B.C. Wildfire Officer Melissa Klassen describes as a primarily Rank 1 “smouldering ground fire with some open flame.” Klassen says poor visibility from...
Body found in Vernon’s Polson Park
VERNON – RCMP have confirmed the body of a male was found in Polson Park in Vernon this morning. Media spokesperson Gord Molendyk says the body was found near the lawn bowling area just after 10 a.m. and a large section of the park has since been cordoned off. The investigation is still in the...
Top antique and art appraiser makes stop in the Southern Interior
KELOWNA - Here’s your chance to find out if that old painting hanging in the bathroom is really a Picasso or not. Professional antique and art appraiser Peter Blundell is making a one-day stop in Kelowna where he will appraise those uncertain antiques, collectibles and art pieces and tell you whether they are treasure or...
Daily non-stop flights announced between Kelowna and Victoria
KELOWNA – Travelers to Vancouver Island now have a non-stop flight to Victoria out of Kelowna International Airport. Pacific Coastal Airlines announced the seven day a week service Tuesday, Aug. 15, saying it will benefit communities on the island as well as the Okanagan. Effective Oct. 27, the Saab 340 aircraft will depart YLW at...
So You Think You Can Dance coming to Kelowna
KELOWNA – The top ten finalists from this year’s So You Think You Can Dance will be performing in Kelowna in January. The show is part of a North America tour that features the best dancers from the twelfth season of the 13-time Emmy Award-winning show on Fox and CTV. Judge, executive director and co-creator...