TIME TO REMEMBER It may be hard to think that we are just a couple of days away from Christmas while the sun is shining and it feels more like fall than winter.  The last few nights have been really frosty and car windows need scraping but by mid morning the sun has been urging […]

‘Selfie’ by Dave Whalley We returned to Stonehenge this year and had my photo taken again by the Heelstone. At the Summer Solstice, from inside the stone circle, the sun would rise over the Heelstone. December 21st is the Winter Solstice, the daylight portion of the day will increase from this point in time. Hang […]

*** Oliver’s Ice Arena – Built in 1969. Building owned by RDOS – land owned by Town of Oliver Needed upgrades –  up to 3 million dollars Reserves for the arena being built up over time A large grant request being made – after a decision today – at the regional district. The main “to be […]

The Proportional Representation Referendum witnessed the endorsement of first past the Post as announced yesterday. It would appear all respective parties are respecting the outcome.  One of the things I heard over and over again was, The Greens wanted to gain more of a voice placing second at the polls. The NDP agreed to the […]

Time: 1:50 am Friday 5600 Block Sawmill Rd – Rear of Beryles Organics Wood structure described as a “man cave” fully engulfed. Police, EMS and Fire Department on the scene. No report of injuries.  Rob Graham, Media spokesman : No injuries.  All occupants accounted for Command terminated 3:22 am