A Fort St. John rancher at the centre of a political firestorm says he’s gone ahead and built some rodeo grounds on his land, despite a ruling from the Agricultural Land Commission against his proposal. Terry McLeod says so far he’s stripped a hill to build a race track and seating for 3,000 people as […]

Wilfred Riplinger, Aug 13, 1942 – Nov 7, 2013 On Thursday November 7th, Wilfred George “Rip” Riplinger passed away at Penticton Hospital surrounded by family at the age of 71 years. He was predeceased by his brothers Andy and Albert and sisters Eva, Ida and Geri. He will be lovingly remembered by his family including […]

Foundations complete. Search and Rescue Building at Oliver Airport

Mark Brett, Penticton Western takes his best shot of official opening of passing lanes north of Oliver. Yes the picture was taken south of the actual passing lanes for safety reasons. Regional Director Allan Patton, MLA Linda Larson and Mayor Ron Hovanes pose in the fall sunlight.

Every once in a while, in the corner of my eye, I see something I might not have seen before… in Oliver. This is obviously the Sun-Rype Building. Can you tell me more. When was it built? What is it used for now?