Penticton Western News

Penticton’s Pathways Addictions Centre re-opens

After IH pulled funding in May, Pathways' phones ringing with people in crisis

  • Aug 22, 2021

Public hearing on El Rancho redevelopment first in wave of plans for Penticton’s North Gateway

The property owner wants to turn the motel site into a mix of high-end rentals and retail for tourists

  • Aug 22, 2021

South Okanagan wildfires benefiting from rain, cooler weather

BC Wildfire will re-evaluate evacuation orders for Mount Baldy area

  • Aug 22, 2021

Dam renovations close off part of Yellow Lake

The renovations run into October and are being done to ensure compliance with government regulations

  • Aug 20, 2021

Martin Street care facility finally gets funding from hospital district

Interior Health had been requesting funding for months for the facility

  • Aug 20, 2021

More Nk’Mip Creek wildfire evacuations rescinded

Parts of Mt. Baldy remain under evacuation alerts

  • Aug 20, 2021

Neighbours of large housing proposal in Penticton have traffic concerns

Developer proposes two towers and 81 townhomes near Canadian Tire

  • Aug 20, 2021

Penticton council wants addictions centre’s funding restored immediately

Pathways director says phones ringing off the hook from people in crisis

  • Aug 20, 2021

Saints and Sinners tour and Penticton stop cancelled

The concerts ran into 'immovable' issues due to the pandemic

  • Aug 20, 2021

Who killed Naramata’s Kathy Richardson?

Over 2 months later, RCMP continue to work on the crime that shocked Penticton

  • Aug 20, 2021

BC Housing meets with Penticton’s Unity House after impassioned plea to stay

BC Housing had given the clubhouse notice to vacate so motel can be redeveloped

  • Aug 19, 2021

City to keep hold on Travel Penticton’s pocket strings

Council refused to give full financial control over funds from hotel taxes to the tourism board

  • Aug 19, 2021

Penticton Booster Juice finds kindness from community after abuse over mask policy

Owner thankful to people coming in offering words of support

  • Aug 19, 2021

Penticton’s Arts Rising Festival returns after COVID-19 hiatus

The festival will run a hybrid model from Sept. 22 to 26

  • Aug 19, 2021

Penticton’s Dream Cafe to reopen in September with limited seating and live-streaming

Tickets for the in-person dining and performances will be limited

  • Aug 19, 2021

South Okanagan COVID cases back over 50 for first time since April

Penticton alone accounted for 33 of the recent cases

  • Aug 19, 2021

Thomas Creek and Nk’Mip wildfires see minimal growth

Both fires are still out of control but are cooperating with fire crews

  • Aug 19, 2021

BCHL celebrates 60th anniversary on Penticton’s new outdoor rink

The 3-day event in January will include an all-stars game, live music, NHL alumni match

  • Aug 18, 2021

Bench warrant issued for Penticton man charged with arson

A garage was allegedly set on fire last August in downtown Penticton

  • Aug 18, 2021

Invasions seen across the South Okanagan and Similkameen

The indie film was inspired by the writer's childhood visits to the Okanagan

  • Aug 18, 2021