News Items tag as: PNAUG2215

Testalinden Creek fire pushing north; wildfire crews ready for increased activity
August 22, 2015 - 2:56 PM

OLIVER – The Testalinden Creek fire has grown to over 3.1 square kilometres and will likely be getting even bigger over the next few days.
City grant helping to reduce fresh fruit and produce waste
August 22, 2015 - 2:35 PM

PENTICTON - A City of Penticton grant is helping to reduce the amount of food wasted during the abundant summer months.
Initial phase of Penticton Creek restoration half complete
August 22, 2015 - 1:05 PM

PENTICTON - The first phase of the Penticton Creek restoration is half finished.
Airport expanding while transfer talks in limbo
August 22, 2015 - 11:35 AM

PENTICTON - Expansion of the Penticton Regional Airport continues while talks with the federal government over local management of the facility appear to be in limbo.
Penticton Regional Hospital gets temporary parking lot
August 22, 2015 - 10:35 AM

PENTICTON - A temporary parking lot has been approved by Penticton city council for use during construction of the new patient care tower at Penticton Regional Hospital.
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Testalinden Creek fire pushing north; wildfire crews ready for increased activity