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Voter turnout low in B.C. election

Nearly half of eligible voters in the provincial election last week did not cast ballots.

Summerland students choose Cannings in mock election

If last week’s provincial election had been in the hands of Summerland students, NDP candidate Richard Cannings would have been elected.
Community resource centre to open

Community resource centre to open

A new community resource centre will open later this month, providing access to information and services for those in need.

School budget cut

The Okanagan Skaha School Board faced a $1.5 million funding shortfall this year.
B.C. Liberals win fourth consecutive majority

B.C. Liberals win fourth consecutive majority

It was an easy win for the B.C. Liberals as the party won its fourth majority on Tuesday evening.

Hospital expansion to benefit economy

An expansion to the aging Penticton Regional Hospital would provide a boost to the region’s economy.

Taxes to rise

Taxes in Summerland will increase by two per cent his year, with the bulk of that increase going to pay higher costs for policing services.

Free wireless access provided

A 10-year agreement between the municipality and Shaw Cablesystems Ltd. will provide free wireless Internet access in Summerland.
Ashton elected in Penticton riding

Ashton elected in Penticton riding

Penticton mayor elected to B.C. Legislature on Tuesday evening.
BC Election: Advance poll turnout up 28% across British Columbia

BC Election: Advance poll turnout up 28% across British Columbia

Turnout by early voters jumped 28 per cent for today's election, but that doesn't mean greater overall turnout is expected
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