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Nanaimo Avenue attainable housing project nears completion
PENTICTON – A much-anticipated housing project is close to completion and it's hoped it will…
Increased smoke from Eagle Bluff wildfire is expected, say officials
PENTICTON – Residents in the South Okanagan may be noticing increased smoke from the Eagle…
Get ready for the Roaring Twenties at this year’s Naramata Tailgate Party
NARAMATA – The wineries of the Naramata Bench are gathering for the annual Naramata Tailgate…
It’s coming up on rattlesnake birthing season; use extra caution when outdoors
PENTICTON – Hikers and trail users might want to use a little extra caution when…
High counts seen at Vaseux Lake bird station in South Okanagan
The Vaseux Lake Bird Observatory is counting a lot of migrating birds this year. Matthias…
Suspect in custody following weekend shooting in Coalmont
PENTICTON – Both parties may be charged following a shooting incident in Coalmont on the…
Sunshine and some heat return to Okanagan this week
You'll need sunscreen and sunglasses for sure this week in the Okanagan with the forecast…
Enjoy the last of summer weekends at these great paddleboard spots
The last true summer weekend is coming up, and you should make the most of…
Summer weather helps boost Okanagan Lake level
PENTICTON – A summer weather pattern that brought regular precipitation to the Okanagan has had…
Okanagan Nation Alliance to raise awareness about opioid crisis with Purple Ribbon Campaign Caravan
Okanagan First Nations are uniting to demand action to end the opioid crisis. The Okanagan Nation…
Still have seasonal allergies? Climate change might be the cause
If you suffer from pollen allergies and feel like you’re sneezing and sniffling more days…
Cooler, wetter ‘summer’ weather in B.C. Interior was made to order for wildfire service
A summer weather pattern that didn’t stick to the script has nonetheless had a very…
Sunny but slightly cooler than normal in the Okanagan this weekend
The sunshine should return to the Okanagan this weekend after a cool and rainy Friday.…
South Okanagan dangerous offender admits sending letter from prison to man he shot
PENTICTON – After more than a half dozen appearances on a charge of failing to…
Why a man accused of torching the Osoyoos RCMP detachment might not go to trial
EDITOR'S NOTE: Mcarthur-Pereira was found not criminally responsible to due to mental disability on Sept.…
Kartplex track opens to the public at Area 27 in Oliver
There’s a new way to satisfy your need for speed in the Okanagan as Area…
Long before vineyards and winemaking, cantaloupe was king in Oliver
PENTICTON – Long before the Town of Oliver became known as the Wine Capital of…
Penticton council approves extension of economic incentive worth $500,000
PENTICTON – A request by a developer to have the city extend its economic incentive…
South Okanagan Housing market surges in July
PENTICTON – Home sales in the South Okanagan surged in July following months of declining…
Fight against South Okanagan wildfire winding down
PENTICTON – B.C. Wildfire has begun pulling firefighters and other resources from the Eagle Bluff…
Lots of sunshine in the Okanagan forecast this week
Environment Canada meteorologist Doug Lundquist says the week ahead should be a “pretty nice week…
Offspring + Sum 41 tour is making a stop in Penticton
PENTICTON – Platinum selling band Offspring and Sum 41 have put together a Canadian tour…
Regional Districts uniting to urge province to expand recycling program
PENTICTON – Regional districts in the interior are getting together to lobby the province to…
Cannabis retail outlet opens on Penticton Indian reserve
PENTICTON – A second cannabis retail outlet has opened up in the Penticton area in…