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Robbery, assault land Penticton man in jail

Robbery, assault land Penticton man in jail

A 12-minute assault and robbery has landed a Penticton man behind bars for just under two years.

Bridge collapse that killed one has ties to Okanagan

The collapse of two pedestrian bridges under construction at a North Carolina college has links to the Okanagan.
Child poverty report card highlights needs of Penticton food bank and more

Child poverty report card highlights needs of Penticton food bank and more

According to a recent provincial report, one out of every five children in the province live in poverty.
SOWINS wants everyone to share the spirit of giving

SOWINS wants everyone to share the spirit of giving

Share the Spirit hamper campaign for the 11th year in a row providing gifts and basic necessities for single women and families in the area.
Blanket drive warming up the community

Blanket drive warming up the community

Once again, the Cover with Kindness blanket drive is asking the question, will you help?
Pedestrian killed in Oliver

Pedestrian killed in Oliver

A pedestrian struck by two vehicles in Oliver during the morning of Nov. 25 has died.
Black Friday returns to downtown Penticton

Black Friday returns to downtown Penticton

The Downtown Penticton Association hopes to help Penticton shoppers avoid dealing with the crowds across the border by offering up deals.
Daycare dilemma for Penticton parents

Daycare dilemma for Penticton parents

New daycare spots open, still Penticton families searching for daycare even before their child is born.
Amrik Virk advised Kwantlen on secret executive bonus

Amrik Virk advised Kwantlen on secret executive bonus

Advanced education minister admits he wrote emails, says it's up to Premier Christy Clark to decide if he stays in cabinet

Penticton gets cold shoulder for input on guidelines for major events

Without even a nod to Penticton, the Ministry of Justice has a new planning resource and guidelines for large events like Boonstock.