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National Aboriginal Day celebrated in Gyro Park

National Aboriginal Day celebrated in Gyro Park

Drummers welcomed people to the grounds of Gyro Park to kick off national Aboriginal Day on Tuesday.
Pen High grad nets academic award

Pen High grad nets academic award

When it comes to awards, the Governor-General’s medal is one of the highest academic honours a high school student can achieve. The bronze medal — silver and gold are given out at the post-secondary level — goes to the student with the highest academic grades.
Habitat president opening a new chapter in her life

Habitat president opening a new chapter in her life

After four years of leading the South Okanagan chapter of Habitat for Humanity, Florence Barton has decided it’s time to refocus her priorities.
Cancer Society opens new office

Cancer Society opens new office

Last week’s grand opening of the new Canadian Cancer Society office at 101-166 Main St. included the ribbon cutting by (left to right) society representatives Lois Fedorak, Marlene Gawley, Sally Ginter, Mayor Dan Ashton, Beverley Rice and Jean Corrie.

Families take steps to find cure for diabetes

For the 17th year in a row, teams of families, friends and co-workers showed their spirit and support to finding a cure for diabetes by dressing in team colours and costumes and walking at Kelowna Mission Creek Park earlier this month.

Check your irrigation system for water savings

Many homeowners believe an automatic (or in-ground) irrigation system is the most efficient way to water. In theory this is true; but, in practice, it’s often not the case. A badly designed, or poorly maintained, system can waste a lot of water. The fact is, 24 per cent of Okanagan water is used by residents on their lawns and gardens. Outdoor watering is where we can have the biggest impact on our water consumption.
Family Fun - On the north side of town...

Family Fun - On the north side of town...

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Penticton Peach Festival – Aug. 3 to 7

Penticton Peach Festival – Aug. 3 to 7

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