Norman Gludovatz recently finished his Masters in Professional Communications at Royal Roads University. His convocation was held this week in Victoria. Norman grew up in Oliver where his family still lives – parents Lorette Gludovatz and his father the late John Gludovatz.
Archives for June 2013
Home fixers alert!
The new EBSCO database, Home Improvement Reference Center, is now available to use – all you need is your Okanagan Regional Library card and pin number! This database features a variety of full text articles from reference books and home improvement magazines, as well as how-to videos. You can find information for subjects covering such […]
Are social programs at schools being cut?
School Board officials at SD#53 say finding ways to cut the budget are difficult but have to be done and soon. We asked questions to School Superintendent Bev Young and Secretary-Treasurer Lynda Minnabarriet because of some criticism found on social media about possible cuts to counselling programmes done by outside contractors. Young says a lot of money […]
Deer in the ‘burbs – cute or dangerous?
Always a good topic for discussion. Here is your chance to speak out freely. I know that some people have serious concerns about the freedom of deer in their property and want municipal leaders to do something about it. Others don’t seem to mind and the vast majority of people are totally silent.
Heavy rains fails to show
Clark changes course
B.C. Premier Christy Clark has reversed a move to increase the pay scales of many political staffers, labelling the hikes a “mistake.” The pay raises were made earlier this month, but only came to light last week. They saw the salary ranges for political staffers such as ministerial assistants and chiefs of staff rise by […]
14 rounds of golf – wow – Fundraiser for ALS
The month of June is when many golf courses in BC conduct golfathons in an effort to raise funds for ALS research and treatment. These events involve golfers attempting to play as many 18 hole rounds of golf in a single day with funds being pledged for their efforts. It is currently underway today at […]
Grey day? – how about getting out the stew pot
Photo by Val Friesen in his back yard