Penticton News
Landslide risk detected for Chopaka area of the Similkameen
There's a landslide risk in the Chopaka area of Similkameen Country, the Lower Similkameen Indian Band says. "The weather monitoring has shown that the...
'Tis the season for wine crawling in Penticton
"Four seasons of fun" is an ongoing collaboration between Castanet and Visit Penticton showcasing what Penticton has to offer all year round. Watch...
Peaches, nectarines in full bloom bring hope to South Okanagan tree fruit farmers
South Okanagan farmers are seeing full blossoms on their stone fruit trees this year, renewing harvest hopes after a year of loss. "Good blossoms. They are...
Canadian Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign sending Pentictonite to South Africa
A long-time resident of the South Okanagan has been chosen to be one of 20 Canadians to visit South Africa in May, as part of the Grandmothers to Grandmothers...
Penticton two-day fitness competition featured athletes from 29 gyms across BC and Alberta
The Penticton’s Lakeside Resort & Conference Centre hosted athletes from 29 gyms across BC and Alberta last weekend, as a part of the Okanagan Valley...
Penticton Vees defeat Cranbrook Bucks 3-1 to lead series
The Penticton Vees defeated the Cranbrook Bucks 3-1 on Saturday night, leading the best of seven series. Caton Ryan scored the game-winning goal with two...
Penticton's annual pool maintenance shut down will be extended to 7 weeks
The City of Penticton's annual pool shut down will be a bit longer this year, due to necessary facility upgrades. The regular maintenance will be extended...
Penticton Tennis Club Open House to welcome in all levels into the sport with a free tennis lesson
Dust off your racquets, and bring a family member or some friends to the Penticton Tennis Club Open House next month. The PTC will be hosting an Open House on...
Summerland rescue sends message of thanks on Easter Weekend
Critteraid Animal Sanctuary President Lori Huot-Stewart said she just wanted to say thank you this Easter Weekend. "We have so many responsibilities in our...
Penticton City Council to consider implementing free parking for people with disabilities policy
Penticton City Council will be considering implementing an initiative that supports the goals outlined in their accessibility plan. On Tuesday, staff will...
'Getting hands dirty for a good cause': Earth Week events held across the South Okanagan
Committed to climate action and building on advancing local initiatives, groups across the South Okanagan are hosting numerous events for Earth Week. Earth Day...
District of Summerland receives national award for financial reporting for third consecutive year
For the third consecutive year, the District of Summerland is being recognized for their annual financial report. The district received the Canadian Award for...
Win a pair of e-bikes through the Penticton Firefighters Charitable Society annual raffle
The Penticton Firefighters Charitable Society has kicked off its annual raffle fundraiser, giving people a chance to win a prize valued at $10,000. The...
Penticton & Area Cycling Association's program offers mountain biking club to youth facing financial barriers
A Penticton & Area Cycling Association (PACA) program is looking to bring in more youth facing financial barriers to try out mountain biking. The Gear'd...
Big bear getting active again in the Penticton area serves as a reminder to store attractants properly
A bear that likes to continually visit a home on Penticton Indian Band land is back out again for the spring. Lisa Jack shared a security video on social media...
Penticton eighth graders grill Similkameen--South Okanagan--West Kootenay candidates
Although they are too young to vote, a group of two dozen Grade 8 students at Penticton’s Holy Cross School did themselves proud asking some very...
Dashcam footage shows car crashing head-on into a semi truck on Highway 97 in Penticton
Traffic on Highway 97 heading north out of Penticton was hindered on Thursday night after a car crashed head-on into a semi truck. In a video shared by Skilled...
Summerland basketball star lands spot on Calgary university team in historic move
For the first time in decades, a Summerland boys basketball player has signed with a top university league in Canada. High-school senior Dezi Ducheck has earned...
Man with history of violent outbursts in Penticton to remain in psychiatric hospital
A Penticton man who attempted to headbutt an officer after allegedly pushing his neighbour to the ground will remain in Forensic Psychiatric Hospital (FPH)...
Colours4Kids Run coming back to Penticton to start summer with smiles
A colourful way to blast into summer is back! The Wildstone Colours4Kids Run will return to Penticton on Sunday, June 8, raising funds for the OSNS Child &...