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Relief on the way for South Okanagan’s tight industrial market

Relief on the way for South Okanagan’s tight industrial market

Apr 2, 2024 / 6:25 pm

With virtually no industrial space for lease, industrial users in the South Okanagan have had few options. Most developers have focused on Kelowna, Lake Country...

Penticton gets more funding for final leg of bike lane

Penticton gets more funding for final leg of bike lane

Apr 2, 2024 / 2:24 pm

The City of Penticton has received a $500,000 grant from the Active Transportation Infrastructure program for the completion of the Lake to Lake bike route....

Penticton Rotary presents $25K towards goal of doubling cancer care at Penticton Regional Hospital

Penticton Rotary presents $25K towards goal of doubling cancer care at Penticton Regional Hospital

Apr 2, 2024 / 12:06 pm

The Rotary Club of Penticton has donated $25,000 to the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation's ongoing pledge towards an oncology clinic at the...

'Just pure joy': Ignite the Arts smashes its own records in Penticton

'Just pure joy': Ignite the Arts smashes its own records in Penticton

Apr 2, 2024 / 4:00 am

The biggest and best Ignite the Arts Festival yet is over, and organizers are thrilled with its success. All weekend long at almost every downtown Penticton...

Penticton Pistoleras roller derby team gearing up for launch of new season

Penticton Pistoleras roller derby team gearing up for launch of new season

Apr 1, 2024 / 7:00 pm

The Penticton Pistoleras roller derby team is getting ready to lace up for their 2024 season. The first bout of the year takes place April 20 versus Kelowna...

Penticton council set to adopt zoning change to allow for controversial sixplex

Penticton council set to adopt zoning change to allow for controversial sixplex

Apr 1, 2024 / 2:07 pm

Penticton council is expected to adopt bylaw changes to allow for a controversial sixplex in the north end of town this week. At Tuesday's meeting, staff...

Penticton Peach Fest announces mesmerizing new act to lineup

Penticton Peach Fest announces mesmerizing new act to lineup

Apr 1, 2024 / 9:44 am

Get ready to be mesmerized at Peach Festival this summer, with the appearance of The Reveen Show. Ty Reveen will being his "mind-bending hypnotism"...

Penticton Trade and Convention Centre looking at busy month of fun ahead

Penticton Trade and Convention Centre looking at busy month of fun ahead

Apr 1, 2024 / 4:00 am

"Four seasons of fun" is an ongoing collaboration between Castanet and Visit Penticton showcasing what Penticton has to offer all year round. Watch...

Drivers advised to watch for road marking crews in Penticton

Drivers advised to watch for road marking crews in Penticton

Apr 1, 2024 / 4:00 am

Penticton residents are reminded to watch for road crews as spring road marking begins. It is set to begin April 1. Traffic control will be in place as crews...

Penticton Elvis Festival promises fun for volunteers at 2024 event

Penticton Elvis Festival promises fun for volunteers at 2024 event

Mar 31, 2024 / 12:00 pm

Calling all music fans! The Penticton Elvis Festival is seeking volunteers for its fun-filled 2024 event, all of whom will get to experience the signature event...

Summerland museum shares a look back at a local Easter Sunday 92 years ago

Summerland museum shares a look back at a local Easter Sunday 92 years ago

Summerland Mar 31, 2024 / 10:00 am

The Summerland Museum & Archives Society travelled back to Easter Sunday nearly a century ago with a look at a local couple dressed for the special...

Critteraid Animal Sanctuary in Summerland looking for home for a sweet, shy cat

Critteraid Animal Sanctuary in Summerland looking for home for a sweet, shy cat

Summerland Mar 31, 2024 / 4:00 am

The Critteraid Animal Sanctuary in Summerland has a two year old black cat with a friendly demeanor looking for a home. Lori Huot-Stewart, president of the...

Summerland man files misfeasance lawsuit against district CAO

Summerland man files misfeasance lawsuit against district CAO

Summerland Mar 31, 2024 / 4:00 am

A Summerland resident is adding to his ongoing legal saga with the local government, filling a misfeasance lawsuit against the District's CAO. Brad Besler...

South Okanagan-Similkameen communities will have a large item collection throughout April

South Okanagan-Similkameen communities will have a large item collection throughout April

South Okanagan-Similkameen Mar 30, 2024 / 6:00 pm

If you've got a head start on spring cleaning, then it's the perfect time to get rid of unwanted items you're clearing out. The Regional District of...

RDOS hosting a trial membership program at Naramata Watercraft Storage

RDOS hosting a trial membership program at Naramata Watercraft Storage

Naramata Mar 30, 2024 / 4:20 pm

The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen is trying out a new membership program at the Naramata Watercraft Storage for the 2024 season. In a news release...

Penticton community mourns the loss of a beloved local goose

Penticton community mourns the loss of a beloved local goose

Mar 30, 2024 / 1:42 pm

An injured goose that became beloved by Penticton locals in recent years has reportedly been put down following an alleged dog attack. The Canada goose locals...

Penticton residents concerned with close calls coming from stray golf balls off nearby course

Penticton residents concerned with close calls coming from stray golf balls off nearby course

Mar 30, 2024 / 4:00 am

Residents of a neighbourhood near the Penticton Golf & Country Club are getting frustrated by the constant barrage of golf balls coming into their area. ...

Final weekend for Apex Freestyle Club online auction

Final weekend for Apex Freestyle Club online auction

Apex Mountain Mar 29, 2024 / 7:00 pm

The Apex Freestyle Club's online auction is in its last weekend, with just a few days left to bid on items and help support the club. Every year the club...

Penticton man finds lost wallet from 1964, gets it back in hands of family matriarch

Penticton man finds lost wallet from 1964, gets it back in hands of family matriarch

Mar 29, 2024 / 4:11 pm

A lost wallet from 60 years ago was uncovered by a Penticton construction worker and returned to the family on Thursday, thanks to his dedication in getting it...

Home caught fire in downtown Penticton early Friday morning, sending two to hospital

Home caught fire in downtown Penticton early Friday morning, sending two to hospital

Mar 29, 2024 / 12:55 pm

UPDATE: 12:55 p.m. Two people were taken to the hospital for smoke inhalation following the early morning house fire on Penticton's Rigsby Street. ...