Penticton News
Penticton man with lengthy history of trouble at local Superstore, Winners sentenced to time served
A thief with a seeming fixation on a Penticton store will serve no more time behind bars following sentencing this. week. Jamie R. Antoniak, 45, appeared in...
Summerland Ornamental Gardens celebrates new electric utility terrain vehicle
There's a fresh set of wheels at the Summerland Ornamental Gardens, thanks to the generous local community that made donations to help the caretakers...
Summerland Museum brings back popular geology field trip to dive into local history
The Summerland Museum & Archives Society is bringing back its "wildly popular" geology field trip and lunch for locals to learn about the wonders...
Penticton Robotics Team wins creativity award at national robotics competition
While the Penticton Robotics Team didn't make it past the national competition qualifiers this year, their teacher is proud of how well they did do in the...
Penticton health care teams awarded global and national recognition for baby-friendly initiative designation
The health-care teams at Penticton Regional Hospital (PRH) and Penticton Heath Centre (PHC) are being lauded for their care and support of new parents and their...
Penticton Quilters' Guild excited to welcome public back to first Quilt Show in six years
From beginners to experts to simply fans, all are welcome at the upcoming Penticton Quilters' Guild Quilt Show, the first such event in six years. On April...
Penticton restaurants launch epic battle of the burgers
The battle for the best burger on Martin Street has begun. Chefs at five participating Penticton restaurants — Pasta Factory, Orolo, Slackwater, the Hub...
Penticton Peach City Beach Cruise filling up spots fast
The 23rd Peach City Beach Cruise is preparing for its summer 2024 appearance in Penticton, with registration open and spots filling up quickly. The beloved...
Summerland brothers continue years-long dispute with neighbouring mushroom farm
Two Summerland men who previously had mischief charges overturned from a longstanding feud over a neighbouring mushroom farm are now bringing their dispute back...
Okanagan Falls' Blasted Church Vineyards hosting 7 Deadly Sins party
Blasted Church Vineyards is eager to welcome partiers this summer to the return of the ‘7 Deadly Sins Party’, an evening of sinful pleasure,...
Penticton celebrating the life of unofficial local mascot Kevin the Canada goose
An injured goose that became a beloved Penticton icon in recent years will get his very own celebration of life at a local brewery, following his untimely...
South Okanagan Crime Stoppers seeking public help finding wanted man
Crime Stoppers South Okanagan-Similkameen is asking the public to keep an eye out for a wanted man. Jacob Anthony Nemechek, 34, is reportedly wanted on three...
Penticton’s new refill shop opens by young women looking to make an environmental difference
Living by the motto that "every little bit counts," Penticton's Main Street is now home to a refill shop that aims to do its part in helping the...
Penticton electrical utility customers will see a credit on their bills
Penticton electrical utility customers will get a credit on their bill courtesy of the province. Customers will be receiving the B.C. Electricity Affordability...
Penticton barber shop running fundraiser to help local grads 'Suit up' for their big day
A Penticton barber shop wants to make sure all graduation students get the chance to look debonair, partnering up with local businesses to provide everything a...
Okanagan Falls residents along Cedar Street could see water interruptions during watermain upgrade
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) is giving a heads up to residents along Cedar Street within the Okanagan Falls water system that their...
Penticton airport will soon see more direct flights to Vancouver and Calgary
The Penticton Regional Airport will soon see more flights coming out of its terminals, as two airlines have announced additions to their schedules. YYF...
Penticton corner store hit by early morning smash-and-grab
The owner of a beloved community corner store is shaken up after finding their business ransacked on Wednesday morning. Penticton's Duncan Corner Store was...
Trials sees delays after two accused no-shows Penticton court
Two cases set for trial on Wednesday morning saw delays in Penticton court as the accused in both matters failed to show up. Mathew Duewan Gilmore, born in...
Popular South Okanagan nature festival tickets on sale soon
Tickets will soon be on sale for the ever-popular annual Meadowlark Nature Festival, taking place this May. Running from May 16 to 20, the festival features...