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School options discussed

School options discussed

Members of the public raised their concerns about the future of Giant’s Head School during a public meeting on Nov. 12.
Classess filmed for documentary

Classess filmed for documentary

Film crews were in Summerland and Penticton earlier this month to record teachers and students for an upcoming documentary.
$20 million a year to reduce wait for MRI

$20 million a year to reduce wait for MRI

Waits up to 36 weeks mean delayed or incorrect diagnosis for everything from joint pain the brain tumours
B.C. 'ready' for 3,500 Syria refugees

B.C. 'ready' for 3,500 Syria refugees

Timing of bringing in those fleeing conflict in Syria and Iraq is up to Trudeau government, Premier Christy Clark says
Festive banners

Festive banners

Mark Henderson, a municipal worker, installs a seasonal banner on Jubilee Road West on Tuesday morning.
B.C. government unions to get 'modest' raises

B.C. government unions to get 'modest' raises

Economic growth exceeds forecast, triggers extra pay for 300,000 teachers, health care and social services staff in February
World: Over 120 people killed in Paris attacks

World: Over 120 people killed in Paris attacks

Over 100 people are reportedly dead, after a series of explosions and shootings were carried out in Paris on Friday night.
Teach online safety in school, experts say

Teach online safety in school, experts say

B.C.'s bullying awareness and reporting strategies should be bolstered by classroom instruction, say privacy and child advocacy officers
Trudeau summons premiers for climate talks

Trudeau summons premiers for climate talks

Premiers, federal cabinet to be briefed before going to UN climate summit in Paris with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
Elementary school’s future uncertain

Elementary school’s future uncertain

Low enrolment numbers throughout the region have school trustees considering whether to close one of Summerland’s elementary schools.