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Penticton firefighters wage boost puts them on par with province

Penticton firefighters are now making the same wages as their counterparts across the B.C.
Still extremely dry in the South Okanagan, but rain coming

Still extremely dry in the South Okanagan, but rain coming

It’s going to be hot for the next couple of days, but not quite record-breaking.
Grass fires in Penticton and Naramata

Grass fires in Penticton and Naramata

Two small grass fires quickly put out by Penticton and Naramata firefighters the afternoon of Aug. 12.
Record crowds at Penticton Peach Festival

Record crowds at Penticton Peach Festival

Not even Mother Nature could dampen the spirits of fun seekers at this year’s 68th annual Penticton Peach Festival.
Theft problem climbing at Skaha Bluffs

Theft problem climbing at Skaha Bluffs

A rash of break-ins at the parking lot of the Skaha Bluffs may have a bigger economic impact than stolen property.
RCMP report few incidents over busy Penticton Peachfest week

RCMP report few incidents over busy Penticton Peachfest week

Despite a few scuffles breaking out, police are saying Peachfest was a family-friendly affair overall.
Westjet adding second flight to Penticton

Westjet adding second flight to Penticton

Starting next February, getting from Penticton to Calgary and beyond is going to get a lot easier.
Gas prices high despite oil’s dive

Gas prices high despite oil’s dive

Gas prices remain stubbornly high in B.C. despite the slide in crude oil prices.

Alzheimer’s study still needs volunteers

A Penticton research team is going to be one of two sites in B.C. awarded a study for a new drug treatment for Alzheimer’s.
Dog helps woman escape bear attack

Dog helps woman escape bear attack

A woman was walking her dog on Aug. 5 in a community park in Willowbrook when a 160-pound black bear attacked her from behind unprovoked.