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No connection in rash of break-ins

No connection in rash of break-ins

Multiple break and enters occurred in Penticton last week and police are saying there is no connection.

District unsure about equipment funding

The province has dished out funding to replace dust collectors at two local schools.
Man allegedly behind City Hall threats sent for psych assessment

Man allegedly behind City Hall threats sent for psych assessment

Michael Edward Hibbert, 39, is charged with arson in relation to an inhabited property and uttering threats.
Despite mild winter prediction shelter spaces will be available

Despite mild winter prediction shelter spaces will be available

The B.C. government announced 10 extreme weather shelter spaces in Penticton for those with nowhere to stay.
Legions overhaul in face of closures

Legions overhaul in face of closures

Royal Canadian Legion branches across Canada, including Penticton’s Branch 40, are facing a grim future without an uptick in members.
Remembrance Day takes on new meaning for locals

Remembrance Day takes on new meaning for locals

While Sgt. Glenn Duffield and Bob Anderson’s battle experiences were a generation apart, both lived by the words service before self.
Penticton looking for residents to help roll out new program

Penticton looking for residents to help roll out new program

The City of Penticton is looking for residents to help them shape a new cart-based program for garbage and recycling collection.
Man accused of attacking doctor will stand before Supreme Court judge

Man accused of attacking doctor will stand before Supreme Court judge

Summerland man accused of attacking a doctor at the Penticton Regional Hospital elected for a trial by judge.
Taurid meteor shower to peak this week

Taurid meteor shower to peak this week

Stargazers make get treated to one of mother nature’s fireworks shows if the Okanagan gets some clear night skies over the next few days.
Province funding 10 extreme weather shelter spaces in Penticton

Province funding 10 extreme weather shelter spaces in Penticton

The B.C. government is funding 10 extreme weather shelter spaces in Penticton this winter.