Calvin Hector

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RCMP investigate cause of Bald Range wildfire

RCMP Calvin Hector - September 21, 2026

Anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity or observed individuals, vehicles, or other actions in the vicinity of Princeton-Summerland Road and Bathville Road, including the Crump Recreation Site and Trout Creek Recreation Site is asked to talk to police.

Oliver ER temporarily closing

Health Calvin Hector - September 15, 2026

IH also says anyone unsure about needing an emergency room visit can call HealthLink BC at 811 or visit healthlinkbc.ca for non-emergency health information.

City of Penticton closes sports fields due to rainfall

Sports Calvin Hector - September 15, 2026

Residents are asked to respect all closure signage and remain off the fields.

Penticton Mayor talks about moving forward after Bald Range Wildfire relief efforts

Wildfires Calvin Hector - August 24, 2026

Looking back on the entire situation, Bloomfield said the response for evacuees in the City was uplifting to witness firsthand.

Majority of Summerland residents allowed to return home

Wildfires Calvin Hector - August 20, 2026

The Bald Range fire is now at a size of 24,096 Hectares and remains out of control.

Evacuation Order removed for Trout Creek area in Summerland

Wildfires Calvin Hector - August 14, 2026

The District recommends anyone returning to their property have a full tank of gas for their vehicles and bring a minimum of three days of food and essential supplies.

Penticton Peach Festival pivots to Fire Relief Concert tonight

Entertainment Calvin Hector - August 8, 2026

The concert will fundraise for everyone impacted by the wildfire with a performance by Canadian pop artist virginia to vegas.

Man arrested in connection to fatal collision at Okanagan Granfondo

Crime Calvin Hector - July 20, 2026

RCMP say Jonathan Crant was arrested Monday, July 20, 2026 in connection with the fatal collision.

City of Penticton warns of disruptions for Peach Classic Triathlon

Community Calvin Hector - July 17, 2026

Anyone travelling downtown on Saturday or Sunday morning should expect increased traffic volumes, parking congestion and impacts from the rolling road closures along Lakeshore Drive.

Sports fields closed by heavy rains

Municipal News Calvin Hector - May 29, 2026

The City asks everyone to remain off the fields to keep playing surfaces in good condition.

City of Penticton declares local state of emergency after construction site fire

Fire Calvin Hector - May 28, 2026

Emergency Support Services (ESS) has been activated to assist residents impacted by the event.

Penticton sports fields re opened

Sports Calvin Hector - May 14, 2026

As conditions may still vary, The City warns everyone to use the fields at their own discretion.

Interior Health warns spring cleaners about rare but serious hantavirus risk

Health Calvin Hector - May 14, 2026

In the region, the virus is most commonly carried by deer mice and can become airborne when contaminated dust is stirred up during activities like sweeping or dusting.