An apartment complex in Okanagan Falls went up in flames early this morning, but everyone was able to get out safely. Fire Chief Bob Haddow says the blaze began a couple of hours after midnight at a small two-unit complex on Main Street and 10th Avenue – the structure at the real a total loss. High winds […]
Archives for 2014
Volunteers encouraging young curlers
This dedicated group of volunteers from the Oliver Curling Club has worked hard this fall to insure that every Grade 6 and 7 student in Oliver has had the opportunity to try the game of curling. As coordinator of this program I want to thank each and every one of them for their help. Cathy […]
Moonlight Madness
Update: Legion literary contest
Annual Royal Canadian Legion Literary contest has been a source of pride for Veterans and members of Branch 97 for years. The commitment by teachers and students in Oliver has been outstanding. Student are asked to show their insight into the sacrifice of others in the many wars fought on foreign soil. Presenting the award Poppy […]
A few words from Terry Lake – Minister of Health
“Statistics show that each year in B.C. over 2,000 British Columbians die from sudden cardiac arrest, and it remains one of the leading causes of death among adults in the province, but for me, it was the experience of applying CPR and then seeing this person out of hospital and recovering shortly thereafter, that truly […]
Meet Terrisa!
Mask required by those who don't have flu shot
As of Dec. 1, 2014, all visitors to provincial health-care facilities – including long-term care homes – are asked to be vaccinated against influenza, or to wear a mask while visiting, to help protect those most vulnerable from influenza. This policy first took effect last year, to help protect patients and seniors who are most […]
School District 53 – milestones
Top awards given to School District for the building of SOSS and the Frank Venables Theatre. New Director of Operations Debby Sansome with Board Chair Marieze Tarr. Previously: “It really is a spectacular building. We are so fortunate to come to work here every day and students can come and study here,” said Principal Marcus […]