Penticton News
Beach cruise rolls into Penticton
Crews set up concession stands in the rain, and cars of all makes and models started rolling into town, in preparation for this weekend's Peach City Beach...
High stream flow advisory
Systems within the Regional District Okanagan-Similkameen were included in a high stream flow advisory for much of the BC Interior issued Thursday. Although...
Official MLA key turnover in Penticton
Standing outside the office he has called home for several years, former Penticton MLA Bill Barisoff officially turned over the keys to new MLA Dan Ashton. Both...
RDOS to hold election for chair
The Regional District Okanagan Similkameen will hold an election for 'chair' at its next meeting on July 4. The election, discussed at Thursday's...
New community garden in Penticton
A vacant property that has become a receptacle for trash and graffiti should get a facelift in the near future. Penticton council authorized a five year license...
Slip sliding away - water slide rescue
The popular water slide at Manitou Beach in Naramata is back in its proper place after floating out into Okanagan Lake early Wednesday. Residents Charmian and...
City starts byelection planning
Penticton is moving ahead with plans for a byelection, with some potential dates in mind. The first step is to appoint a chief election officer, who sets the...
Acting Mayor eats crow
Acting mayor Garry Litke was forced to ride double with a chicken and eat crow at the same time Wednesday morning before an appreciative audience...
Grass fire in Oliver
A small wildfire broke out on Seacrest Hill in Oliver last night, just after 10 p.m. Fire crews could see the flames from the highway and put out the blaze...
Protocol agreement signing scheduled
The Regional District Okanagan-Similkameen will join three First Nations neighbours and add its signature to a protocol agreement on National Aboriginal Day....
Silly morning in Penticton
It's going to get silly in front of Penticton City Hall Wednesday morning. Acting Mayor Garry Litke and city manager Annette Antoniak will dress in costume...
Court file: Man who had sex with teen
The crown suggested a sentence of 36 to 48 months plus three months on each breach, minus time served for a man who pled guilty to a sexual offence, Crown...
Council denies winery application
A winery in a residential Penticton neighbourhood was denied the opportunity to expand its services at Monday's council meeting. After several neighbours...
Mountain biker injured on trail
A mountain biker was injured Sunday while riding on the Three Blind Mice trail network. Penticton Search and Rescue Manager Dale Jorgensen said they were asked...
No sentencing in sexual assault case
There was no sentence handed down Monday in a lengthy sexual assault case that has dragged on since 2009. Judge Meg Shaw held off on her decision in a Penticton...
Winery wants food for thought at council
A winery lounge area at Perseus Winery will be one of the items under discussion at tonight's, Monday, Penticton Council meeting. Under review will be a...
Man sentenced in violent assault case
A Penticton man accused of a violent assault at an apartment complex was sentenced to 45 days in custody on Monday. Kevin Woods, 42, will begin serving the...
Sandcastle builders wanted
The 30th annual RONA Sandcastle Competition is scheduled on Thursday, August 8 at Skaha Beach. The sandcastle event is held in conjunction with the 66th annual...
Gather for the summer solstice
The sun is about to reach its Summer Solstice on Thursday, June 20. To mark the longest day of summer, a gathering will take place at the Pen Henge standing...
Visitor centre offers brochure service
The Penticton & Wine Country Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Penticton are pleased to announce a brochure racking-only service to the Penticton and area...