Since I am still recovering from surgery, I was surprised by 16 workers (mainly curlers) who showed up Monday to help do my much-needed landscaping. I was overwhelmed by the crew that showed up and touched by their kindness and hard work. Unfortunately I couldn’t get a picture of them all. All I can […]
Archives for March 2016
Sears in Oliver
Bonnie Hayes 1400 – 5955 Main Street 250 498 3448 www.sears.ca
Job fair
Turnout/crowd/numbers attending – not what was hoped for. Extensive advertising saw less than a hundred people show over the course of 5 hours at Sen Pok Chin – School Gym Work BC will hold a second event in Osoyoos April 14 (Thursday) 1-6pm at Spirit Ridge. Many employers looking for workers – restaurants, service industry, […]
Where?
What do you know about this house?
Are you being bilked?
Several calls about scammers phoning your home: Calls from Revenue Canada – you owe money 2. Calls from computer companies saying your computer is not working One rule applies: If you don’t know them ……hang up. If you apply this one rule – you will not have a problem. Anyone with a legitimate reason will send […]
Fraud on the rise
Globally, it is estimated that over $3.7 trillion is lost to fraud. As schemes become more sophisticated and prolific, it is vital to arm oneself with the facts to be informed and confident consumers. The Oliver Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library will be hosting a free, drop-in presentation called “Fraud Awareness: Everything you need […]
Funds available for students
Over $37,000 up for grabs for local students! Are you or someone you know pursuing a post-secondary education? Do you live in the South Okanagan Similkameen or have graduated from a high school located in the boundaries of the Regional District of Okanagan – Similkameen in the last five years? If so, you may be […]
