Penticton

Penticton events centre looks to kick start a post-pandemic economy
With vaccines on the way and a post-pandemic future on the horizon, Penticton is hoping…

New year brings uptick in bird poisonings for Okanagan rehab centre
An avian rehabilitation centre in the South Okanagan has seen an increase in bird poisonings…
Why is Penticton pushed to keep emergency shelter open while other shelters close?
Penticton city council is standing resolute on its decision to shutter the emergency winter shelter…

Granfondo cycling race set to return to South Okanagan this fall
The Granfondo Axel Merckx Okanagan cycling event will be returning to the South Okanagan this…

Grant funding too late to make emergency repairs on Penticton Creek
Emergency funds in the form of a flood mitigation grant are going to be granted…

Penticton city council concerned how RDOS charges member municipalities
Penticton city council is concerned about how the regional district charges its member municipalities for…

Say cheers with these perfect seasonal beers from Thompson-Okanagan breweries
For those of you who are in the midst of the holi-daze, you’re probably looking…

More brews, ciders, food and fun at this year’s Okanagan Fest of Ale
Okanagan Fest of Ale turns 25 this year and it promises to be the best…

Penticton crime rate fell last year, but remains too high for city’s top cop
Falling property crime is likely behind the drop in Penticton's crime rate in the last…

Long-serving Penticton politician Jake Kimberley steps down for health reasons
Penticton councillor and former mayor Jake Kimberley has announced his resignation from council. The long-serving…

Penticton council meets with province to discuss supportive housing complaints
Penticton city council presented a unified voice to the provincial government ministers at a meeting…

Possible COVID-19 exposure on flight to Penticton
A passenger on a recent Air Canada flight to Penticton has tested positive for the…

Two drivers facing allegations of sexual assault laid off by Penticton cab company
A Penticton cab company says two of its drivers are no longer working with the…

How this unique winter frost phenomenon forms
With cool days and cooler nights, we are in the prime time for this winter…

Penticton Indian Band elects new chief
The Penticton Indian Band has new leadership this morning. The band has elected Greg Gabriel…