On June 20th, 2012, Osoyoos RCMP were advised of a prohibited driver complaint. A Police Officer located the driver who was subsequently arrested and his vehicle impounded. On June 20th, 2012, the Osoyoos Desert Centre reported a theft of solar panels. Penticton Forensics section attended and the Osoyoos RCMP are currently investigating. If anyone has […]
Archives for 2012
A banner week
Oliver Legion Branch 97
Two trees – the origin of
These two trees transplanted from one location in Oliver to an Osoyoos beach area. Do you know the story? Paul Dumoret says two sentinels are from the front of the old hospital and were taken out when roads and homes were being constructed 28 years ago at St. Martin’s Estates. They survived despite many people […]
Rules for student loans to change
The new two-stage Repayment Assistance Plan for students – a key part of the Family Affordability Pillar will take effect on July 1. The first stage provides payment assistance for the interest portion of the student loan, while the second stage provides payment assistance for the principal portion of a loan. Premier Christy Clark says: […]
Pond beyond Andy
Country Market poll results
Total votes 201 72 said go back to Saturday Market day 52 said they did not like Thursday Market day 39 said they would like more convenient opening hours 25 said they like Thursday Market day 13 said they would prefer a different location
How about your opinion on “smart” power meters
From Fortis BC website FortisBC plans to file an application with the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) for an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) project. The application will detail FortisBC’s plan for AMI, the benefits to customers, costs, and the public consultation the utility went through prior to filing. Should the BCUC approve the AMI project, […]
Not a good day to travel on BC roads
HIGHWAY 1 Closed both directions from Perry River to Revelstoke, due to mudslide. Crew and equipment on site clearing debris. Estimated time of opening Monday June 25 and is dependent on continuing rain in the area. Recommended alternate route Highway 3. Highways 6 & 23 are not recommended due to delays from high traffic volumes […]