“I think it’s quite clear that in the middle of a pandemic, making changes to daylight saving is not an urgent issue on people’s minds,” said B.C. Premier John Horgan in a statement this week. “Our government is currently focused on putting in place the details of the economic recovery while taking the steps we […]
Archives for October 2020
Big change – for ISCU customers in Osoyoos! ….and OK Falls!
As part of our ongoing enhancements, Interior Savings will be making some changes with our South Okanagan branches in 2021. We will be opening a new branch in the south end of Penticton that will become the primary service location for our Okanagan Falls and Penticton area members. Once the new location opens, branch services […]
The Steele report
The shadows remain when it comes to the final tally of election results in BC. The margin of victory in some riding’s shows that even uncounted ballots will not make enough of a difference to change the outcome. Opposition Leader Wilkinson saw the outcome and did the honorable thing, he resigned. I had spoken to […]
Two dead in Penticton condo fire
Remains found after early morning fire at Penticton condo complex The Penticton RCMP are participating in a joint investigation with partnering agencies into an early morning fire after the remains of two persons were located in the ruins. Although the cause of the fire has yet to be confirmed, it does not appear to be […]
Behind the scenes
Pool (Aquatic Centre) for the Southern Okanagan Oliver Osoyoos OIB Area C – Oliver Area A – Osoyoos Plan was to find enough $$$ to fund a feasibility study – The two Towns have a working relationship but so far the OIB and the two rural areas reluctant to fund the study or the multi-million […]
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Update
A motorcycle rear ended a small car on Hwy 97 near Secrest Hill Rd. The driver of the motorcycle suffered non-life threatening injuries. No injuries to anyone in the automobile. Alcohol is suspected to be a factor in the crash. Motor Vehicle Act offences are under investigation. Cpl Brian Evans – Detachment Commander – Oliver […]
Update
RCMP update – driver of garbage truck seriously injured and hospitalized. The collision occurred Monday – late in the afternoon and involved a dump truck as well. Officers are investigating to determine the cause and the level of blame. No word on that. The SO Traffic Division is responsible for a media briefing soon. Location: […]