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UPDATE: Rain helps Christie Mountain firefighting efforts
Rain helped dampen the fire activity on the Christie Mountain wildfire last night. B.C. Wildfire…
Temperatures on the rebound this week in the Okanagan
After a cooler than normal weekend in the Okanagan, temperatures are on the rebound with…
Trails around Christie Mountain wildfire still off limits, officials warn
The Christie Mountain Wildfire isn't the threat it was just weeks ago, but it's still…
Christie Mountain wildfire tracking into accessible area, still being held
The Christie Mountain wildfire is still going and in the latest up from the B.C.…
Hoodoo Adventures second Penticton business to make Tripadvisor list
A second Penticton company has won a TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice award. The online travel company…
Dusting of mountaintop snow possible as temperatures drop, just in time for the weekend
Kamloops and Okanagan residents may want to enjoy today’s sunshine and warm temperatures because the…
Last two daily newspapers in Okanagan will now be printed in Vancouver
The last editions of the Kelowna Daily Courier and Penticton Herald to be printed in…
Firefighter has recovered beloved truck stolen during Christie Mountain wildfire
Police have found a firefighter's truck after it was stolen while he battled the Christie…
Okanagan River channel being primed for fish once again
A First Nations initiative to restore fish habitat is moving forward into its second stage…
Lightning caused the Christie Mountain wildfire in Penticton
Investigation of the Christie Mountain wildfire’s origin has concluded the fire was caused by lightning.…
Not just boaters: Aircraft fighting Christie Mountain wildfire were also impeded by kitesurfer
As if boats and vehicles weren't enough for firefighters to contend with when fighting the…
Bike route connecting Penticton’s two lakes takes step forward
A proposed new bike route through Penticton connecting Skaha Lake with Okanagan Lake is getting…
Wildfire crews lighting small fires to burn fuel pockets on Christie Mountain blaze near Penticton
The Christie Mountain wildfire near Penticton continues to exhibit subdued behaviour today as wildfire service…
Tickleberry’s ice cream coming soon to downtown Penticton
Those with a passion for ice cream get ready as Tickleberry’s prepares to open a…
Some heat to end the week in the Okanagan
There are at least a couple more days of summer left in the Okanagan. Today…
Osoyoos breathing easier with Palmer wildfire in mop-up stage
Activity on a large wildfire encroaching on the U.S.-Canada border near Osoyoos lessened considerably yesterday.…
Penticton’s Christie Mountain wildfire being held
The Christie Mountain wildfire has shown no growth in the past couple of days. B.C.…
Signed Vancouver Canucks jerseys stolen from Penticton’s B.C. Hockey Hall of Fame
The South Okanagan Crime Stoppers are looking for two suspects who stole hockey memorabilia from…
Home lost in Penticton wildfire belonged to Alberta ministers with checkered past
The owners of the only home to burn in the Christie Mountain wildfire have been…
Man accused in violent Penticton home invasion released on bail
A man accused of being involved in a Penticton home invasion last fall, in which…
UPDATE: Christie Mountain wildfire evacuees going home
Everyone evacuated from Heritage Hills by the Christie Mountain wildfire near Penticton can now return…
Pop-up piano project set to launch in Penticton
Penticton’s pop-up piano initiative is set to launch tomorrow. The Downtown Penticton Association is partnering…
No growth on the Christie Mountain wildfire overnight
B.C. Wildfire Service is reporting minimal growth on the Christie Mountain wildfire since yesterday. The…
More than 60 B.C. communities came to Penticton’s aid last Friday
A grateful Penticton is saying so long as fire departments from all over the province…