Penticton News
100 Women Who Care give grateful Penticton Search and Rescue a donation
The spring meeting of the South Okanagan's 100 Women Who Care was held at the Dream Cafe, seeing the women award $4,795 to deserving local charities. The...
South Okanagan Tim Hortons locations meet fundraising goal from Smile Cookie sales for local kids
The annual Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign was a smashing success in the South Okanagan. Held from April 28 to May 4, the campaign raised more than $75,000,...
Volunteer positions open on City of Penticton advisory committees
The City of Penticton is seeking members for its citizen committees, which work to advise council on local issues Two volunteer positions are available on the...
Family fun in Penticton for the long weekend
"Four seasons of fun" is an ongoing collaboration between Castanet and Visit Penticton showcasing what Penticton has to offer all year round. Watch...
Penticton's SS Sicamous will be celebrating it's 111th birthday next weekend
The SS Sicamous Marine Heritage Society is ready to throw a big community party to celebrate the big ship's 111th birthday. On Sunday, May 18th, the museum...
Family roots in new Canadian home for Penticton immigrant family
“Community Champions” is a media campaign led by the South Okanagan-Similkameen Local Immigration Partnership (SOSLIP) and supported by SOICS &...
Man with history of theft in Penticton to remain in psychiatric hospital
A man who stole from multiple shops throughout Penticton and threatened a store clerk with a knife will remain in Forensic Psychiatric Hospital (FPH) custody....
South Okanagan McHappy Day raises $12,600 to help the SOS Medical Foundation and Ronald McDonald House Charities
Two organizations dedicated to supporting families and healthcare got a big boost, thanks to people grabbing a Big Mac from McDonalds on Thursday. McHappy Day...
Slope monitor warning issued for Ashnola and Chopaka Areas
A slope monitor warning has been issued for the Ashnola and Chopaka areas, according to the Lower Similkameen Indian Band (LSIB), following recent forecasts of...
Cannery Brewing releases new fundraiser beer to help support women in industry
A new, limited release beer from Penticton's Cannery Brewing aims to help boost up woman in the craft beer industry. The Babe Brew Mango Milkshake IPA is...
Accused in Taig Savage’s murder again back before the courts
Two of three young offenders charged in relation to the violent beating death of a Penticton man are in trouble with the law once again, allegedly breaching...
Okanagan Lake seeing higher than normal levels for this time of year due to early snow melt
Penticton’s dam manager said Okanagan Lake levels are "pretty good" for this time of year, sitting higher than normal due to an early snow melt....
Pentictonites well into their big fitness challenge to support mental health
A quarter of the way into their month-long fitness challenge, two Pentictonites are hoping to raise major funds for mental health. Natalie Macdonald and Bob...
Public premiere screening of movie following members of Penticton Search and Rescue
Get a glimpse of the challenging work done by members of Penticton and District Search and Rescue team, with a special premier screening of the Cam MacArthur...
Be safe on scooters in Penticton
Electric kick scooters have become very popular in Penticton and the municipality has issued a reminder of road rules to keep everyone safe. "Electric...
Penticton-Summerland school district votes to implement costs for school bus service
Pricey changes are coming to the School District 67 bus service. At an April 30 board meeting, the board voted to implement a new model of transportation fees...
Summerland council moves ahead with infrastructure funding amidst pushback from citizen watchdog
The ongoing dispute between Summerland council and local watchdog Brad Besler resurfaced at Tuesday’s council meeting, as Besler again objected to the...
Penticton city councillor sexual assault trial date set for March 2026
A Penticton city councillor charged with historical sexual assaults against three children will go to trial in March 2026. Coun. James Miller will appear in...
Similkameen town and MLA oppose FortisBC's new wildfire policy
The Town of Princeton and the MLA for Boundary-Similkameen are voicing strong opposition against FortisBC's latest wildfire power shutoff plan, saying it...
Penticton & District Community Arts Council new exhibition explores artists connection to their heritage
An upcoming exhibition at the Penticton & District Community Arts Council will give viewers an inside look at artists' reflection on their heritage...