Penticton

The Canadian Home Builders’ Association South Okanagan is hosting a housing talk at Okanagan College on June 13. (Photo: Okanagan College)

Energy, economics headline Penticton housing discussion at Okanagan College

Canadian Home Builders’ Association South Okanagan is hosting the event on June 13

 

Spencer Carbery, a Victoria native and former Penticton Panthers forward, has been named the head coach of the Washington Capitals. (Washington Capitals Youtube)

Former Penticton Panthers forward named head coach of Washington Capitals

Spencer Carbery played 58 games for Penticton’s BCHL franchise in 2001-2002

 

A burning ban goes in place Thursday, June 8 at noon in the city of Penticton and across B.C. (File photo)

Campfire and burning ban goes in place in Penticton

The city’s ban aligns with the provincial ban that comes into effect at 12 p.m. June 8

 

A brush fire on KVR Trail in Penticton on Wednesday, June 7. (Brennan Phillips/Western News)

Smoky skies in Penticton as crews attack fast-moving brush fire on KVR Trail

Smoke is visible from across the northeast side of the city

A brush fire on KVR Trail in Penticton on Wednesday, June 7. (Brennan Phillips/Western News)
South Okanagan-West Kootenay MP Richard Cannings speaks Monday, June 5, in the House of Commons during an emergency debate about wildfires in Canada. (Parliment of Canada)

South Okanagan-West Kootenay MP leads ‘emergency debate’ in Ottawa over wildfires

MP Richard Cannings is calling on the federal government to increase its role in wildfire management

South Okanagan-West Kootenay MP Richard Cannings speaks Monday, June 5, in the House of Commons during an emergency debate about wildfires in Canada. (Parliment of Canada)
The Vancouver Canucks finished the 2022 Young Stars Classic with a a 2-1 record, after getting standout performances from Danila Klimovich and Tristen Nielsen. (Marissa Baecker/Shoot the Breeze)

Schedule released for 2023 Vancouver Canucks’ Young Stars Classic in Penticton

The event returns with prospects from the NHL’s four Western Canadian franchises on Sept. 15

The Vancouver Canucks finished the 2022 Young Stars Classic with a a 2-1 record, after getting standout performances from Danila Klimovich and Tristen Nielsen. (Marissa Baecker/Shoot the Breeze)
The two new air tankers that just arrived at Penticton airport last week are already busy fighting the wildfire near Peachland. (Gary Haupt photo)

The new Dash-8s are helping battle the wildfire near Peachland

Air tankers stationed in Penticton already put to work

The two new air tankers that just arrived at Penticton airport last week are already busy fighting the wildfire near Peachland. (Gary Haupt photo)
Photo from above Highway 97 where the landslide took place. (Ryan Antonovitch)

Highway 97 open to single alternating lanes after landslide in Summerland

Detours are available

Photo from above Highway 97 where the landslide took place. (Ryan Antonovitch)
An occupied residence next to the Theo’s Restaurant parking lot that was set on fire by a suspect who was arrested on Sept. 18. (Brennan Phillips - Penticton Western News)

Penticton man sentenced to time served for arson behind Theo’s Restaurant

Owen Dean Winchester has spent nearly 600 days in jail and said he is clean now

An occupied residence next to the Theo’s Restaurant parking lot that was set on fire by a suspect who was arrested on Sept. 18. (Brennan Phillips - Penticton Western News)
Three-year-old Deerat Kaur Chahal enjoys some time in Skaha Park. (Mark Brett / Local Journalism Initiative Reporter)

Penticton family forced to return to India

Refugee status denied in 2021 and 2022 because they were unable to provide adequate documentation

Three-year-old Deerat Kaur Chahal enjoys some time in Skaha Park. (Mark Brett / Local Journalism Initiative Reporter)
Starting pitcher Hunter Clements hurled seven innings of three-hit ball while striking out 10 to record the victory at Carmi Field on May 27, against the Cloverdale Rangers. (Logan Lockhart/Western News)

Red-hot Penticton Tigers climb atop BC Baseball’s 18U standings

‘Offensively, we are turning up the heat just like the weather,’ said head coach Josh Snider

Starting pitcher Hunter Clements hurled seven innings of three-hit ball while striking out 10 to record the victory at Carmi Field on May 27, against the Cloverdale Rangers. (Logan Lockhart/Western News)
City of Penticton has proclaimed June 4 to 10 as Seniors’ Week. (Photo- City of Penticton)

Seniors’ Week in Penticton returns with free transit, several activities

Week-long celebrations in the city run from June 4 to 10

City of Penticton has proclaimed June 4 to 10 as Seniors’ Week. (Photo- City of Penticton)
Smoke could be seen on Penticton Indian Band land in Saturday afternoon, June 3. (Logan Lockhart/Western News)

Smoke spotted coming from Penticton Indian Band

The cause is unknown

Smoke could be seen on Penticton Indian Band land in Saturday afternoon, June 3. (Logan Lockhart/Western News)
Jessica is running more than 900 kilometres from Nelson to Victoria as part of “Aubrey’s Run Across B.C. to End Toxic Drug Death,” passing through the Okanagan and stopping in communities for events along the way. She is running in memory of her son Aubrey, who died from toxic drug poisoning on Aug. 30, 2022. (Bill Metcalfe photo)

Running for Aubrey: Grieving B.C. mom hits pavement to Penticton for safe supply

Jessica Michalofsky will be at the Peach at 3 p.m. on Sunday

Jessica is running more than 900 kilometres from Nelson to Victoria as part of “Aubrey’s Run Across B.C. to End Toxic Drug Death,” passing through the Okanagan and stopping in communities for events along the way. She is running in memory of her son Aubrey, who died from toxic drug poisoning on Aug. 30, 2022. (Bill Metcalfe photo)
Six-year-old Bradley, left, and seven-year-old Sassa, right, joined by Penticton’s Knights of Pythias chancellor commander Ed Cale after two bikes had been donated to the children on June 2. (Logan Lockhart- Western News)

Penticton’s Knights of Pythias donates pair of bicycles to local kids

BGC Okanagan hosted the bicycle draw on Friday afternoon, June 2

Six-year-old Bradley, left, and seven-year-old Sassa, right, joined by Penticton’s Knights of Pythias chancellor commander Ed Cale after two bikes had been donated to the children on June 2. (Logan Lockhart- Western News)
The popular slo-pitch tournament returns to Summerland Action Festival this weekend. (Western News File)

Here’s what’s happening this weekend in the South Okanagan

Summerland Action Festival, Pride Roller Skate Party and lots of live music all coming up

The popular slo-pitch tournament returns to Summerland Action Festival this weekend. (Western News File)
Skaha Beach in Penticton saw plenty of activity on Tuesday, Aug. 17 during a warm summer day. Penticton and Osoyoos are among Canada’s favourite getaway destinations in recent months. Data released from Google Aug. 14, 2020 shows three Okanagan cities in the top-five fastest rising hotel destinations in Canada. Beaches and wineries are among the popular attractions for visitors. (John Arendt - Black Press)

‘Extraordinary’ heat in the Okanagan as 120-year-long records shattered in May

Month-long temperatures in the region recorded at 3 to 5 C above normal

Skaha Beach in Penticton saw plenty of activity on Tuesday, Aug. 17 during a warm summer day. Penticton and Osoyoos are among Canada’s favourite getaway destinations in recent months. Data released from Google Aug. 14, 2020 shows three Okanagan cities in the top-five fastest rising hotel destinations in Canada. Beaches and wineries are among the popular attractions for visitors. (John Arendt - Black Press)
The new style Conair Dash 8s air tankers have landed in Penticton for wildfire season. (Monique Tamminga Western News)

New-style air tankers touch down in Penticton

Conair has brought a pair of its Dash 8-400AT to the city’s airport, ahead of wildfire season

The new style Conair Dash 8s air tankers have landed in Penticton for wildfire season. (Monique Tamminga Western News)
Penticton Secondary drama students will present ‘Chicago, High School Edition’ at Cleland Theatre in June. (Submitted)

Penticton Secondary students set to perform ‘Chicago, High School Edition’

Year end show of the Broadway classic will take place June 20-23 at Cleland Theatre

Penticton Secondary drama students will present ‘Chicago, High School Edition’ at Cleland Theatre in June. (Submitted)
Students from Summerland and Penticton participated in the Okanagan-Skaha School District’s cross country runs. The event, hosted by Giant’s Head Elementary School, was held at the Kettle Valley Steam Railway station. (Contributed)

Summerland school hosts cross-country run

Students in Grades 3 to 5 participate in event

Students from Summerland and Penticton participated in the Okanagan-Skaha School District’s cross country runs. The event, hosted by Giant’s Head Elementary School, was held at the Kettle Valley Steam Railway station. (Contributed)