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Take a hike. That’s the best advice for those wanting to see the world, get fit and even win a cool $1,000 travel prize.

Anniversaries of tragic events like 9-11 evoke sad, often painful memories, but for some, it’s just an added reminder of the dangers they face daily.

Penticton council directed staff last week to investigate a traffic reduction strategy for Skaha Lake Road between Channel Parkway and Lee Avenue that would take traffic down to two lanes from four.

New beds promise to be a Haven for the elderly in Penticton. October will see construction begin on 66 new beds at Haven Hill Retirement Centre funded by Interior Health with the aim to increase residential care capacity.

Regional district director Tom Chapman is issuing a public apology over remarks he made about Naramata volunteer firefighters’ reasons for taking a leave of absence.

This weekend, the Salvation Army is inviting the community to help them celebrate 90 years of their ministry in Penticton.

B.C. taxpayers got a break on forest fire costs this summer, but the transportation ministry is still busy with major repairs after an unseasonable number of road washouts.

Penticton council has dug in its heels in forcing the owner of Winnipeg Manor rooming house to conduct upgrades on the property by placing a notice on title.

Three decades have passed since Terry Fox ended his attempt to run across Canada, but his Marathon of Hope remains strong, now an annual event that millions take part in around the world each September.

Oliver RCMP are now in charge of investigating a fire that destroyed most of South Okanagan Secondary School this morning.