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Keith Lacey
Okanagan Skaha school district handling big changes early in school year
“There are always challenges when educating more than 5,000 students."
CUPW workers walking Penticton picket line to save Canada Post
Members of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) are literally fighting for their jobs,…
Penticton pool voyeur pleads guilty
A young Penticton man who snuck into a family change room at the Penticton Community…
Proposed National Park in South Okanagan still on table 20 years later
“There’s no formal decision yet, but all parties — Parks Canada, the province, and both First Nations — are still at the table. We’re closer than we’ve ever been to agreeing on governance structures.”
Anger over $11M lake-to-lake bike lanes in Penticton dominates public meeting
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Numerous residents continued to complain about the design and costs involved in the controversial lake-to-lake bike lanes in Penticton.
27th annual Penticton Hot Jazz Festival this weekend
Organizers continue to diversify the musical lineup as they introduce a Tribute to the Beatles and country music at this year's festival.
Indigenous healer convicted of assaulting client sentenced to probation
Donald Wayne Ashley, 51, was found guilty of one count of common assault following a month-long jury trial.
Penticton walk-in clinic helping to reshape healthcare delivery
“This partnership model is one that will be studied and adopted across the province."
Newly elected Penticton councillor lends his voice to save local gun club
The gun club has been operating in the hills near Penticton city limits for the past 42 years.
Frustrated Oliver property owner pleads for help as encampments persist
Todd Gillard presented an impassioned appeal to Oliver council during a recent meeting, urging for a collaborative solution and more consistent enforcement as he works toward cleaning and developing the land.
Penticton property owners facing $33M bill for new water system fight back
iNhome
"The value of homes in this area have dropped by $250,000 to $300,000."
Another Penticton byelection win for a Clean Sweep candidate
Shannon Stewart now joins fellow Clean Streets co-founder and local business owner Jason Reynen on Penticton council after Reynen won in a landslide in this past April's byelection.
Penticton Legion mourns sudden death of longtime bar manager
Known for his charisma and love of entertainment, he frequently sang karaoke, danced and brought joy to members.
Penticton area property owners could be on hook for $33M in water system upgrades
iNhome
“This isn’t a situation anyone asked for. Decisions made long before now have placed citizens in a very difficult spot.”
How a possible name change has delayed Okanagan Falls incorporation
B.C. Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs Christine Boyle will meet next week with Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Area D director Matt Taylor and other senior officials to discuss how to get the process back on track.