D Dutchman Dairy outlet – Sicamous BC Jerseyland Organics Cheese & Yogurts – Grandforks BC Springhill Farm fresh Eggs – Rock Creek BC Full line of fresh sliced meats available Made from scratch Baked Goods All these products and more available @ Big Al’s Bakery & Deli Proud to be LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED Like […]
Archives for September 2016
Kruger Hill lighted intersection planned
Motorists travelling Highway 97 south of Penticton may notice a work crew on the north side of the highway. Chief Jonathan Kruger says members of the Penticton Indian Band’s natural resource department are conducting archeological and environmental assessments along the highway near the new Skaha Hills subdivision intersection. Kruger says the band is working with the Ministry […]
Rural report with Laird Smith
For years now my step son has told me to get a new computer. My Windows XP has been a faithful servant for a long time. Several years ago I broke down and bought a laptop with Windows 8.1. The shop that sold it to me refused to help me set it up. It had […]
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Nearly 7000 pounds of food – gathered for the Oliver Food Bank
Dear Oliver residents: I am once again amazed at the generosity of our wonderful community. I’d like to thank everyone who took the time to put together a food donation for the 6th annual BC Thanksgiving Food Drive on Saturday, September 17th. Volunteers distributed approximately 2000 donation bags throughout our local community, giving a good […]
In the sky
Picture of a Goshawk fighter jet – two of these seen recently flying above the mountain sides near Oliver. Submitted by Brian Murphy CT 155 Hawk Canada is not alone in selecting this modern trainer. The British Royal Air Force and 14 other countries rely on the Hawk to prepare their pilots for combat. The […]
Unwanted visitors – by Pat Whalley
Living as we do, close to lakes, beaches, orchards and vineyards, it is no wonder that we get occasional unwanted visitors. These are the two legged varieties who land on your doorstep expecting free accommodation while they enjoy the Okanagan sunshine. These people were not particular friends in your old neighbourhood but acquaintances or friends […]