The sky was overcast but the Grannies were in new brilliant yellow shirts and high spirits on Saturday, June 18th. It was a day to celebrate the National Walk by grandmothers across the country committed to helping grandmothers in Africa. The Oliver group paraded down Main Street to the sound of African music. Holding their […]
Archives for June 2011
Update on River Rd. fire
Daylight photos of overnite fire early Sunday. Firemen called at least once to put out hot spots.
Lot of dust in the air
This much complete by 9 a.m. Old building, old lumber, old insulation – time for a dust mask. Next pictures hopefully will be the debris all gone and a vacant lot.
Tired this morning?
Only 1/3 said 'Yes' for Penticton Prison
Approximately 24% of eligible voters participated in this week’s opinion poll regarding the proposed correctional centre within Penticton city limits. When asked “Do you approve of a Provincial Correctional Centre being constructed and operated within Penticton city limits?” results were as follows: No: 4,302 Yes: 2,143 Total Voters: 6,445 Total Number of Eligible Voters: 26,500 […]
Only 1/3 said ‘Yes’ for Penticton Prison
Approximately 24% of eligible voters participated in this week’s opinion poll regarding the proposed correctional centre within Penticton city limits. When asked “Do you approve of a Provincial Correctional Centre being constructed and operated within Penticton city limits?” results were as follows: No: 4,302 Yes: 2,143 Total Voters: 6,445 Total Number of Eligible Voters: 26,500 […]
Early morning fire destroys River Rd home – no one hurt
Fire at R and C Amaya Farms at 38654 River Road – north of Oliver.