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Pnmar2021
The Coquihalla route was always a risk
— This story was originally published April 3, 2021. If you're a regular motorist on…
Visions for Trail of the Okanagans cycling route has roots in history
The Trail of the Okanagans Society describe themselves as advocates for the development of a…
Osoyoos Chief Clarence Louie to receive honorary UBC degree
The Chief of the Osoyoos Indian Band will be receiving an honorary degree from the…
Penticton council to consult public over emergency shelter decisions
Penticton City Council discussed consultation with the public over closure of the city’s emergency winter…
Penticton council gives green light to lake to lake cycling route
Penticton city council gave the go ahead to the new lake to lake cycling route…
Improving weather outlook for Easter long weekend in Kamloops, Okanagan
Good news for Kamloops and Okanagan residents hoping to spend time outdoors this Easter long…
Penticton’s popular Fest of Ale cancelled again due to COVID-19
Penticton’s annual Fest of Ale is facing its second cancellation in as many years due…
March’s lack of rain, snow in Thompson-Okanagan could be record setting
A normally dry month appears to be headed to end on an even drier note…
Arson and attempted break-in at downtown Penticton business
Penticton RCMP are investigating an arson and attempted break-in at a downtown business early this…
Overnight homeless campsite near Penticton’s Peach ignites social media furor
Inclement weather in Penticton resulted in some homeless people setting up an overnight camp site…
Early season wildfire near Oliver being held
B.C. Wildfire Service attended an early season blaze near Oliver on the weekend. A fire…
Shot fired during Penticton high speed chase involving suspect vehicles
Penticton RCMP are investigating an incident involving possible gunfire late last week. Officers responded to…
Windy, cool conditions in Okanagan, Kamloops changing to sunny, warm this week
Windy and cool conditions are expected for most of today in Kamloops and the Okanagan…
Mamas for Mamas expanding office into South Okanagan
With parents in need of food, diapers and other resources for their little ones, a…
Penticton’s emergency shelter surrounded by a fearful senior population
The verbal battle between Penticton City Council and the provincial housing authority over Penticton’s emergency…
Mystery history film appears to show Penticton Airport in 1958
Reel Life / Canada MotorSport hopes viewers of their latest mystery reel, episode 559, can…
South Okanagan photographer catches return of spring birds to the valley
The return of spring birds to the Okanagan Valley may raise spirits. South Okanagan bird…
Summerland reworks budget to deal with crack in Thirsk Lake dam
A crack in one of Summerland’s reservoir dams had the district municipality’s councillors reassigning budget…
Okanagan rail trail budget boosted by new funding
Kettle Valley Rail Trail users from Kelowna south to Penticton and west of Summerland should…
It’s time once again for Earth Hour
It might be the 14th annual Earth Hour but this year you're invited to participate…
Rally to stop Asian racism planned for Penticton’s Gyro Park this weekend
Penticton and South Okanagan residents are being asked to come together in a rally to…
Civil conversation helps Penticton man recover stolen bike
A Penticton man has learned some situations can be resolved with something as simple as…
South Okanagan rated best place to travel to this summer
An annual online Canadian vacation ranking site has picked the South Okanagan to top its…
Snowfall warning issued for mountain passes
Winter is returning to mountain passes this weekend. Environment Canada has issued a special weather…