By ROY WOOD Council listened politely Monday an RDOS planner spent close to half an hour talking about a “minor update” to the district’s regional growth strategy (RGS), which will have essentially no impact on growth in the town. Evelyn Riechert began her talk by explaining that the update, which came out of an optional […]
Archives for November 2016
Departing CFO captures national award
Just weeks before he is to leave his post and move to Summerland, chief financial officer David Svetlichny has received the Canadian Award for Financial Reporting Achievement. The award is handed out annually by the Government Finance Officers Association. It was established in 1986 “to encourage and assist Canadian local governments to go beyond the […]
Condolences to the family
Obituary for the late Paul Baryluk July 25, 1919 – November 25, 2016 It is with sorrow we announce the peaceful passing of Paul Baryluk of Oliver at Sunnybank Centre at the age of 97. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Joyce Adrietta in 2002 and his step daughter Joan Erickson. Paul is survived […]
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Reflections of a beautiful Fall day in the South Okanagan
The sage, the lake, the mountains, the snow, the reflection. Thanks to Cindy Pellegrin, who was on her way to Penticton Monday morning, and just had to stop on the side of the road, and take this photo. Beautiful!
Beyond Bliss Winter Hours3
Hornets ready to hit the hardwood
Another high school basketball season is upon us. Southern Okanagan Secondary School is ready – with the boys primed to host their annual tournament this weekend. The 56th annual Okana-Qen high school boys basketball tournament is set to tip off Thursday. Six teams will take part. SOSS, along with Mount Boucherie Senior Secondary School from West […]
Creating amazing art using alcohol
Head down to any of the many craft fairs which take place this time of the year – and you will find creativity at its best. During a walk through the The Christmas Craft Fair and Bake Sale Saturday at the Osoyoos Seniors Center, one could purchase virtually anything – from Santa’s Underwear for a […]