Latest Articles from Casey Richardson
An unexpected business
Feb 27, 2021 / 4:00 am
Casey Richardson “Community Cornerstones,” is a five-part series highlighting different longstanding local businesses every week throughout Penticton. A longstanding local company that started with an unexpected business opportunity
Talking about overdoses
Feb 27, 2021 / 4:00 am
Photo: Contributed One Penticton resident is hoping to help create a conversation on overdose prevention, starting a local Facebook group to educate, bring awareness and help equip locals with skills. Desiree Franz has been working with
Hey batter, batter swing!
Feb 26, 2021 / 7:00 pm
Photo: Castanet Staff Spring ball registration has opened in the South Okanagan, with a strong hope to see the kids getting into local play and games for the upcoming season. Kevin Castelone, president of the South Okanagan Minor Baseball
Braille after brain tumour
Feb 26, 2021 / 4:00 am
Casey Richardson A Penticton student who suffered a brain injury that has left him with deteriorating vision will be participating in the BC Provincial Braille Challenge on Friday, showing off his hard-earned knowledge of the tactile writing system. Evan
Funding for heritage mine
Feb 25, 2021 / 8:00 pm
Photo: Mascot Gold Mine Tour A unique heritage infrastructure has been selected for an extensive restoration project after been awarded funds from the Community Economic Recovery Infrastructure Program (CERIP). In October 2020, the Upper
Local biz earns award nom
Feb 25, 2021 / 2:14 pm
Photo: Contributed The "Great Holiday Giveaways" organized by Total Restoration and Kettle Valley Memorial during the 2020 holiday season. A South Okanagan business is being recognized for its continual efforts in helping the community,
Boat thief given 300 days
Feb 25, 2021 / 10:42 am
Photo: Castanet Staff One of the thieves who led RCMP on a chase after stealing a boat in June of 2019 will spend 39 more days in jail accounting for time served, followed by a two-year probation. Owen Big Charles, 33, appeared in Penticton
Personal care booming
Feb 25, 2021 / 4:00 am
Casey Richardson Some Penticton personal care businesses have been busier during the pandemic, with more requests from locals for appointments—to the point they’ve added extra employees and hours to balance out the influx. “We’re
Longtime thief sues RCMP
Feb 25, 2021 / 4:00 am
Photo: Contributed A Penticton resident with a lengthy rap sheet is turning his attention to the police force, suing the RCMP for $16,500. Ian James Macdonald, 41, is pursuing legal action against Cpl. Scott Van Every with the Penticton
Vees announce new player
Feb 24, 2021 / 11:21 am
Photo: Contributed The Penticton Vees Junior ‘A’ Hockey Club had announced forward player Ethan Mann joining the team for the 2021/22 season. Mann, 18, has finished off his senior season at University School in Milwaukee, Wisconsin,
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