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Truck fire stalls traffic in Oliver
10:30 am Friday South of Skagit Avenue on Hwy 97 (Main Street) Large dump truck – engine fire – lots of black smoke No injuries reported. Fast response from Chief, Deputy and On call captain – several engines from fire hall. All units cleared by 11:10 and command terminated.
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Condolences to the family
Aurora de Jesus Craveiro Branco Gordo June 28, 1931 – July 11, 2018 On Wednesday, July 11, 2018, Mrs. Aurora de Jesus Craveiro Branco Gordo of Oliver passed away at Sunnybank Centre after a long illness at the age of 87 years. She was predeceased by her husband Fortunato Nunes Gordo; her two young sons; […]
Great show attracts a crowd – Music in the Park
South Okanagan’s Big Band
Note to smokers in Oliver
May 6th poll 98/20 – No smoking in public 83% July 12 poll 87/20 – No smoke in parks 81% Readers and those who respond to ODN polls say in so many words NO to smoking….period.
Friday afternoon wind gusts expected – clear and 34 plus in SO
A vigorous cold front is expected to sweep across the Interior on Friday. Strong southwest winds with gusts up to 60 km/h are expected ahead of the front on Friday afternoon. Stronger northerly winds with gusts up to 70 km/h or more are anticipated once the front passes on Friday evening. Recreational boaters are encouraged […]
Fundraiser Sunday
On Sunday, July 15th, the Firehall Brewery will be hosting the Small Wheels Park Project Fundraiser by Oliver Parks & Recreation. 1 to 4 pm. There’ll be live music by local rockers, Desert Arms, a silent auction, door prizes, food served on-site by The Wienery, and art on display by Ava Grice and Connor Kitt. […]