Fire Chief Bob Graham told Oliver Daily News that the term of office of Fire Chief has been extended for a three year period beginning January 1st. The Deputy Fire Chief’s term will be two years beginning in 2019. This allows for a staggering of end times for each senior officer because of continuity. At the end of […]

Link to EBB study and it’s recommendations

Aimee Grice said in an interview Sunday she thinks her work over the past year in the community is what paid off in her win. “People see me as someone who is approachable and they feel they can talk to me.” She said fears about crime in the community will be at the top of […]

Truck – camper not on it  – stolen in Oliver Details – Green 2010 Ford F350 diesel four wheel drive.  New winter tires on, and chains inside, any of which they might try to sell off. If you see it anywhere – call RCMP ( 250-498-3422)Crimestoppers or this number of owner seeking its return 250-498-4014 […]

Impaired Driving and Cannabis Enforcement (Penticton, Keremeos, Osoyoos, Oliver) Following the recent legalization of marihuana, members of the RCMP South Okanagan Traffic Services (SOTS) conducted an enhanced impaired driving enforcement campaign this weekend. The aim of the campaign to remove any alcohol or drug impaired drivers from the roadway. All SOTS members are trained in SFSTs (Standardized […]

The fog of the pot cloud is beginning to clear allowing us to examine the aftermath of legalizing the magic weed.  So what was the outcome?  Did it match expectations, or were some of the more dire predictions dispelled?  Fist of all the euphoric celebrations took to the streets to buy marijuana legally and otherwise. […]