Pnapr2016

Sounds of ABBA coming to Penticton’s events centre
PENTICTON – A Broadway musical will bring the songs of ABBA to the South Okanagan…

Third day of record temperatures in the Okanagan
OKANAGAN – Another round of record temperatures were set in the Okanagan yesterday, and today…

Man being held on drug smuggling charges getting lost in translation
PENTICTON – A man accused of drug smuggling and other related charges had his case…

Latest report shows Southern Interior mountain snowpacks shrinking fast
FAST MELT OF SNOWPACKS CAUSING FLOOD CONCERNS THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Swollen streams and flood warnings are…

Water conservation plan approved by Penticton council
PENTICTON – A water conservation plan for agricultural water users in Penticton is still in…

Morning fires hit Penticton restaurant, mobile home
PENTICTON – Just as crews were leaving the scene of a small fire at restaurant…

Heat bringing out the thieves in Penticton
PENTICTON – The warm weather means a lot more people are out enjoying the weather,…

Streamflow advisory issued: Minor flooding possible as Interior temperatures climb
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – A high streamflow advisory has be issued for several tributary river systems in…

UBC Okanagan announces development of pot breathalyzer on 4/20
OKANAGAN – A new tool will help marijuana users and police monitor level of consumption,…

Penticton soda company wins spot on Dragons’ Den
PENTICTON – A local entrepreneur has made a successful pitch to the television show Dragons'…

Impaired driver apprehended after flight from Penticton police
PENTICTON – Actions of a concerned citizen helped Penticton RCMP get their man, but also…

Dozens of weather records broken in B.C.
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Nearly 50 communities set new high temperature records in B.C. yesterday, including more…

UPDATE: As temperatures rise, more records fall in the Okanagan
OKANAGAN – Another day, another round of high temperature records set in the Okanagan. Environment…

Penticton duplex proposal fails to garner council support
PENTICTON – A zoning amendment for two properties on Cambie Place which would have allowed…

Penticton motorists urged to slow down and pay attention after rash of collisions
PENTICTON – Penticton RCMP are asking motorists to be aware, and take care, after a…