With the ongoing concern around the hantavirus outbreak that occurred on a cruise ship, which claimed the lives of three passengers and now sees four Canadian passengers isolating, Interior Health (IH) is urging people to take basic precautions.
Canada’s only semi-arid shrubland, often confused for being a desert, was the setting for the kick off of the annual “Make Water Work, Plant FireSmart” campaign earlier today.
The Town of Oliver has announced Stage 1 Water Restrictions effective May 20.
The Town of Osoyoos as advised that a water main has been “impacted and requires repair,” as a result of construction work on 89th Street just south of Main Street.
Steady progress is being made on the Hearts for Heroes event featuring the world famous Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride this coming August, according to Osoyoos’ Tammy Herman who is leading the charge.
Interior Health has advised that the emergency department at the South Okanagan General Hospital (SOGH) in Oliver will be temporarily closed from 7 p.m. on Monday, May 18, to 7 a.m. Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
This week’s food adventure is a little different. Instead of a restaurant, this is my first “experiment” highlighting a local food product that is heating up the hot sauce market.
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to cruise around the lake powered only by wind?
Interior Health has advised that the emergency department at the South Okanagan General Hospital (SOGH) in Oliver will be temporarily closed from 5 p.m. on Friday, May 15, to 7 a.m. Saturday, May 16, 2026.
The local Sikh community is celebrating its annual Vaisakhi event on Saturday with prayers, a parade, food and events at the Oliver Community Park with the whole community welcome to join the festivities.
The Town of Osoyoos is pressing ahead with its exemption application to the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR), which could close a tax loophole for some residential property owners.
The international organization overseeing the management of Osoyoos Lake levels has declared drought conditions for the lake which means water levels will be raised in a bid to capture as much spring runoff as possible for what is expected to be a long hot dry summer ahead.
Spring has officially arrived in the South Okanagan, and for this week’s Food Adventure with Sheldon, the spotlight lands on a place that has quickly become one of the fastest growing and successful businesses in Osoyoos — Queen of the South Cafe & Tapas.
Interior Health has advised that the emergency department at the South Okanagan General Hospital (SOGH) in Oliver will be temporarily closed from 5 p.m. on Friday, May 8 to 7 a.m. Saturday, May 9, 2026.
After ten years in effect, a previous version of a Town of Osoyoos bylaw has been replaced with a newer version that offers more options for families with canine members.
Oliver’s domestic and irrigation water systems will be split, yet still one within the budget, as council held a lengthy and at times somewhat fractious discussion on changing financial reporting around the two water systems with the hope it will lead to new sources of grant funding.
The Penticton Vees’ run in the 2026 Western Hockey League Playoffs has concluded, and although the team ultimately fell short of a championship, they made an overall statement with their first WHL season.
Drivers in Oliver along Main St. in the vicinity of Town Hall and patrons of the local Subway fast-food restaurant got a shock on Thursday evening at around 8:30 p.m. when a young black bear ambled through the parking lot next to the restaurant.
The 4th Annual South Okanagan Secondary School (SOSS) “Rising Stars Spring Showcase” is back at Venables Theatre on Thursday, May 7, in what organizers say is looking to be the “biggest, boldest show yet”.
The South Okanagan General Hospital’s $2 million fundraising campaign has been given a major boost by the Kiwanis Club of Oliver which is matching all donations in May and June, dollar-for-dollar up to $50,000 to help bring vital ultrasound services to the region.
In stark contrast to last year’s rain-drenched event, the 15th Annual Pig Out Festival held on Saturday saw blazing sunshine to match the sizzle of the barbecues and popping of the wine corks.
Osoyoos mayor and council have issued a statement via e-news announcing the retirement of Rod Risling, from his position as Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).
Interior Health has advised that the emergency department at the South Okanagan General Hospital (SOGH) in Oliver will be temporarily closed from 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 2 to 7 a.m. to Sunday, May 3, 2026.