News Items tag as: Gyro Park

Rally to stop Asian racism planned for Penticton's Gyro Park this weekend
March 27, 2021 - 10:30 AM

Penticton and South Okanagan residents are being asked to come together in a rally to stop Asian racism this weekend.
Protesters call on Penticton council to 'right the wrong' and agree to keep homeless shelter open
March 05, 2021 - 4:22 PM

Peaceful protesters gathered in front of Penticton’s Gyro Park bandshell to let city council know how disappointed they are over a council decision that will see an emergency homeless shelter closed at the end of the month.
Penticton makes stand against racism at Gyro Park
June 07, 2020 - 1:36 PM

Penticton residents took a stand against racism today, with hundreds gathering at Gyro Park and sharing personal experiences and ideas on what's needed to make things better.
Penticton could have an outdoor skating rink next winter
December 17, 2019 - 2:38 PM

A proposal put before Penticton city council this afternoon could have Penticton residents skating outdoors on a rink at Gyro Park by next Christmas.
iN VIDEO: Cyclists wipe out on Highway 97
July 15, 2019 - 2:09 PM

PENTICTON - Cyclists had a close call on the highway this morning as the 2019 Prospera Granfondo Axel Merckx Okanagan race got underway.
Unauthorized use of Gyro Park bandshell an issue for City
June 19, 2017 - 4:30 PM

PENTICTON - Non-sanctioned use of Penticton’s Gyro Park bandshell has become a problem for the City of Penticton.
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Rally to stop Asian racism planned for Penticton's Gyro Park this weekend