The City of Penticton and CUPE Local 608 have reached a negotiated collective agreement with municipal employees. “The City is very pleased to have successfully negotiated a collaborative contract with CUPE Local 608, which represents our largest employee group,” said Mayor Garry Litke. “This agreement is for five years, ensuring stability in municipal services over […]
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Fortis kills a project to tame the Similkameen River
A proposed hydroelectric dam on the Similkameen River near Princeton has been shelved by Fortis. The company said it based its decision on the results of its most recent project feasibility studies. “We believe that building a water storage hydroelectric facility on the Similkameen River would create many benefits for the area,” project manager Joseph […]
Is BC school situation – like adults divorcing and the kids are left out?
I am challenging the BCTF and the government to provide leadership that shows our children how to resolve conflict in a dignified and respectful manner! Just recently the BC Teachers Federation voted overwhelmingly in support of a teachers strike. Over the last few weeks both parents and students have watched this conflict build, and now […]
Truck explodes in orchard
Press images for larger Time 9pm Rd 5 and Sumac First report “black smoke from structure” Number of explosion – tires blowing – possibly the fuel tank Stolen truck burning on Machial Orchards RCMP and Oliver Fire Department on the scene No one believed injured Difficult to maneuver to scene of fire up narrow paths […]
Down the aisle
On stage – Thursday
Mike Szalay – alone
Dedicated to a cause
This photo of a tireless puncture vine warrior on Bellevue Drive. Her bucket is full and so is the road shoulder unfortunately. Marion Smith is Oliver’s good citizen of the day! Picture submitted
Home sweet home
Behind CPR station – Visitors Centre Picture by Mary Doyle