VICTORIA – Fresh water is one of British Columbia’s most valuable natural resources. It provides us with clean energy, supports our iconic salmon runs and quenches our thirst. It is the lifeblood of our province and, as a limited resource, must be cared for wisely to ensure its continued health and security for future generations. […]
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To incorporate or not
Approximately 100 residents packed the Okanagan Falls Seniors Centre for a Town Hall style discussion on issues in the community. First on the agenda (and forefront on most folks minds) was the issue of incorporating the town. It didn’t take too long for the discussion to take a somewhat heated tone, as one resident questioned […]
Bikes for humanity
Do you have any unused adult bikes? How about donating them to someone who requires a bike in order to access education, health care, jobs, and tasks essential to the survival and success of one’s family and community? Oct. 18 and 19, you can drop off an adult bike at Christ the King Church (6044 […]
Eastlink welcomes new curlers
New curlers to the Eastlink Curling Centre hit the ice Wednesday night. Bruce and Linda Schroter on the left, and Bill and Jenny Rinsma on the right, both played for the first time in Oliver and both couples had a great time. The only one on a winning team turned out to be the Jenny, […]
Roadmap to next federal election
The federal government says it will bring in a law forcing future governments to have balanced budgets during “normal economic times,” freeze its operating budget and reform the way the government manages spending, Gov. Gen. David Johnston said in the throne speech Wednesday. The speech, which lays out the government’s agenda for the next session […]
Bear Lake leaf
by Terri Beaulieu
Flu season is upon us
For the first time in B.C., people can opt for a nasal spray vaccine instead of the standard flu shot this flu season. The FluMist is free for children between the ages of 2 and 17 at public health clinics or a doctor’s office, and is available to adults to purchase from pharmacies. “I can […]
This Sunday
Phone Jessica at 250.498.3010