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Dispute over concrete retaining wall moves toward resolution

PENTICTON - A long running dispute over a deteriorating concrete retaining wall, and the associated drainage problems, in Penticton’s industrial area may be on the way to resolution. City communication officer Simone Blais says the two parties involved in the issue met with city staff and legal council earlier this month and came up with...

Backyard pools contaminating Okanagan Lake

OKANAGAN - Backyard pools are a source of fun and relaxation for many Okanagan homeowners but if improperly drained they are a source of excess chlorine and contaminants for Okanagan Lake. “Chlorine is unfriendly to the lake and the surge of people emptying their pools and hot tubs in the spring and fall adds to...

Penticton tourism groups ready to put past behind them

PENTICTON - The City of Penticton is anxious to pursue its tourist initiatives, and hopes a renewed association and common goals between three organizations involved in tourist marketing in the city will help rebuild Penticton as a tourist destination. Less than a year ago, three separate entities were fighting with each other for tourism dollars...

Judge impressed with man’s attempt to rehabilitate himself

PENTICTON - A Penticton judge was pleased with a man’s attempts to change his ways since he was charged with assault. Judge Gregory Koturbash said in Penticton Provincial court today, April 29, Frederick Nathaniel Williams showed commitment to getting his life back on track after getting mixed up in a scuffle that led to an...

Penticton outreach centre relocating to where need is greatest

PENTICTON - A new outreach centre planned for Penticton will make mental health services more accessible for the people who need it most. Interior Health announced plans Wednesday, April 29, to relocate an outreach program that helps connect clients with physicians and other health services. The Martin Street Outreach Centre, located at 437 Martin St.,...

Terriers take bite out of Vees

FORT McMURRAY, AB - The Penticton Vees now know how it feels to be on the other end of a hot start. After the Vees outscored their opponents 8-0 in the first period in two games, it was the Portage Terriers scoring twice in first 20-minutes, en route to a 3-2 win over Penticton in...

On the hunt for summer weather in Penticton

PENTICTON - With temperatures hitting 24 Celsius in Penticton Tuesday, April 28, city residents were out in full force lounging in parks, walking the Okanagan lakefront in comfortable summer attire, or in the case of Syd Birch of the Okanagan Treasure Hunters Club, exploring Gyro Park for lost treasures. Birch says he was 'just killing...