Penticton News
Penticton and Area Cycling Association sees shakeup in leaderships
The Penticton & Area Cycling Association has had a shakeup in leadership. Travis Krochinsky, who has held the position of trail director for 10 years, is...
Free Indigenous 'Music Feast' coming to Penticton
A contemporary Indigenous music and culture festival will be taking place in Penticton at the Cleland Theatre at the end of March. 2 Rivers Remix (2RMX) hits...
Summerland approves booze pilot project for three local beaches
Summerland council gave a big thumbs up to approving a pilot project to allow alcohol consumption on local beaches for this summer, following in the footsteps...
Summerland council backs off pricey water meter requirement
A deadline has been extended for 240 Summerland properties that had been staring down the barrel of a pricey choice between giving up a secondary water service,...
Downtown Penticton rink closed until next winter
Penticton’s downtown outdoor rink is now closed. Activate Penticton, the volunteer group that operates the ice sheet, says warming spring temperatures...
City of Penticton urges residents to sign up for emergency notifications
The City of Penticton is reminding residents to sign up for emergency notifications as we head into flood and wildfire season. “By staying informed when...
Penticton Indian Band warns community of attempted abduction on reserve
The Penticton Indian Band is seeking the public's help in identifying a man or vehicle involved in an alleged attempted abduction Saturday. The band and its...
$10K worth of tools stolen from Oliver business
Police in Oliver are investigating a break-and-enter at a local business. RCMP say they were called shortly before 7 a.m. on March 10 and were informed that...
Canadian Armed Forces SkyHawks to drop in on Penticton Peach Fest
The Canadian Armed Forces parachute team, the SkyHawks, will perform at Penticton’s Peach Festival this summer. The Skyhawks will jump into Okanagan Lake...
Ignite the Arts ready to light up Penticton with creativity
"Four seasons of fun" is an ongoing collaboration between Castanet and Visit Penticton showcasing what Penticton has to offer all year round. Watch...
Summerland rescue looking to bring more adoptees in for adult cats
The Critteraid Animal Sanctuary in Summerland is hoping to pique the interest of families who are willing to open their homes to some incredible adult cats....
Summerland council to consider adding pilot project allowing alcohol consumption on local beaches
Summerland council may copy the City of Penticton and start allowing alcohol consumption on local beaches. On Monday, the Summerland Chamber of Commerce and...
Community foundation looking to take the pulse of the South Okanagan through open survey
The Community Foundation of the South Okanagan Similkameen is once again be participating in the national Vital Signs program, aimed at measuring "the...
First wildlife film festival in Okanagan raises money for Interior Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre in Summerland
An Okanagan-based wildlife rehabilitation centre is hosting its third annual spring fundraiser on Good Friday by starting the area's first-ever wildlife...
RDOS EOC urges residents and property owners to begin preparation for spring freshet
As winter conditions start letting up, the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Emergency Operations Centre is reminding residents and property owners to...
Okanagan Falls lower zone water quality advisory remains in effect, RDOS starting flushing program
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen announced extending the Water Quality Advisory for the lower zone of the Okanagan Falls water system on Thursday. ...
South Okanagan Ski Academy run by past Olympians showing 'incredible results' in first season
A local Olympian is celebrating the launch and success of the South Okanagan freestyle ski academy that she started this season after the young athletes soared...
'We have too much snow': Baldy Mountain Resort extends season for another weekend thanks to heavy snowfall
Baldy Mountains resort has a 'problem' most ski hills would also be celebrating — never-ending snowfall. Troy Lucas, operations manager with the...
'It's hard to put into words': Okanagan couple who met their first surrogate randomly at a bowling alley hoping for second miracle to complete family
A Summerland couple is hoping for a second miracle, seeking a selfless stranger to be their surrogate and expand their family. Jeff and Jamison Wyse currently...
New chefs taking the lead at Poplar Grove in Penticton
One of the Naramata Bench's prestigious wineries is welcoming a new pair of chefs to helm their food menu. The Restaurant at Poplar Grove is excited to...