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Jogger who fell on trestle bridge is suing the city

Jogger who fell on trestle bridge is suing the city

A fitness trainer has filed a notice of civil claim against the City of Penticton.

STUDY: Chronic pain sufferers choosing cannabis

Study suggests main reasons for switch to cannabis from prescribed meds due to reduced side effects
Penticton today: Oscar mix-up, local business wins big award and more news

Penticton today: Oscar mix-up, local business wins big award and more news

News from here, there and everywhere to get your Monday started.
Lobbying for retrofit program to help homeowners save money

Lobbying for retrofit program to help homeowners save money

Area MP and Canadian Home Builders’ Association lobbying for change to help with high heating costs.
City shaves tax increase to 4.36 per cent

City shaves tax increase to 4.36 per cent

After three days of discussion, Penticton city council finalized a budget with a tax increase of 4.36 per cent.
Syrian refugees sharing culture through food in Penticton

Syrian refugees sharing culture through food in Penticton

In 2011 Oubyda Al-Hamwi was taking fire in his home in Homs, Syria. Now he’s looking to the future.

Council approves recall resolution

Penticton city council decided to back a strong resolution for recalling local politicians
City grant requests take a hit in budget

City grant requests take a hit in budget

City grant applicants may not be getting as much as they requested this year.
Dog euthanized after attacking woman

Dog euthanized after attacking woman

The City of Penticton said the dog that attacked a woman in her own home on Valentine’s Day was euthanized.
Penticton today: Fewer concerts in 2017 at SOEC, Lakers play for valley title and more news

Penticton today: Fewer concerts in 2017 at SOEC, Lakers play for valley title and more news

News from here, there and everywhere to get your Thursday started.