Penticton News
Hoping to scrap the slide
A Penticton group opposing the proposed Skaha Lake Park waterslide is holding out hope that a recent announcement from the city will mean an end to the slide....
Horrors on Front Street
Ghouls, monsters and even the occasional beekeeper filled Front Street for this year's Nightmare on Front Street late Monday afternoon. The event started...
A stronger, unified voice
Okanagan arts councils are looking to amp up the arts communities in the valley from Osoyoos up to the Shuswap. That was the main theme at a meeting of the...
Sliding back a step
Penticton city staffers will be offering an alternative proposal from Trio Marine Group for the waterslide and marina development at Skaha Lake Park. No details...
Night flights grounded
Night flights in and out of Penticton have been put on temporary hold. WestJet spokesperson Lauren Stewart said the issue arose over tall trees blocking...
Big turnout, big venue
A proposed bylaw amendment to rezone a property will be held at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre due to what's expected to be a large crowd. The...
Conservation workshops
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen is co-sponsoring a series of workshops on riparian areas. The RDOS is partnering with the RBC Blue Water Project...
A souper competition
Prominent Penticton figures are getting their tasting spoons ready for the second annual Souper Sundays. The cook-off pits local chefs in an elimination-style...
Last market for now
Street musicians performed and vendors were busy selling everything from fruit, clothing and jewelry to pumpkins to carve this weekend at the season's last...
Celebrating the dead
The authentic Mexican event, Dia De Muertos, or Day of the Dead, was celebrated at Penticton's Shatford Centre on Saturday. This is the second year, the...
Wellness fair draws crowd
Visitors listened to life coaches, treated themselves to massages and nibbled on vegan cookies at a wellness event in Penticton, on Saturday. The first ever...
Winery promotes safety
An Oliver winery has been recognized for promoting the health and safety of its workers. Tinhorn Creek Vineyards recently received Canada’s Safest...
Compassionate restoration
Today is the beginning of a series recognizing Penticton and area businesses that recently took home awards from the 29th annual business excellence awards held...
Penticton's haunted past
The year was 1920; a train was travelling down the Kettle Valley Railway line in Penticton, and as it approached the 'paupers graveyard' it came to an...
PIB candidates named
The Penticton Indian Band membership convened Wednesday in the community hall to nominate candidates for the position of council. The band, having just elected...
Winery sunny side up
A South Okanagan winery is using the sun for more than just growing grapes. Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery in Oliver is showing off Saturday the newly...
Ready for a soak
The hot tub at the Penticton Community Centre has re-opened as of Friday morning. The hot tub area had been closed since Sept. 21 for repairs. The rest of the...
Wellness fair in Penticton
An event showcasing more than 70 products and services for the mind, body and soul is coming to Penticton this weekend. The first ever Penticton Wellness Fair...
Anti-council signs pop up
Signs saying "Send council and mayor packing" have recently been posted on poles throughout downtown Penticton. The list of grievances referenced on...
One last hoorah at track
After months of exciting racing, the final event of the season at Penticton Speedway will take place Sunday, Oct. 30 The day includes the championship race, day...