I am curious about what others think of the latest government handout to Canadians on OAS. I believe there are lots of seniors in Canada that don’t need it, as well as lots of parents that don’t have to rely on government money to feed and raise their kids. It has always been my belief […]

By ROY WOOD Oliver council is anxious to get back to meeting face-to-face and has told staff to figure out how to make it happen, although on-line public access seems to be a bit of a stumbling block. The discussion Monday afternoon started out around the provincial restart plan to gradually moderate measures taken to […]

Hats off 2015 Grad banner plan rejected by School Committee Plans have been abandoned to hang pictures of this year’s SOSS graduating class on town streets after the grad committee requested town funding for a “Rockery Picture” instead. The original idea was brought to council a month ago by Councillor Petra Veintimilla. It would have […]

  Ron D’Andrea August 11, 1936 ~ May 15, 2020 (age 83) Passed away in the loving arms of family and friends in Royal Columbian Hospital.  Ron fought a long and courageous battle against overwhelming challenges.  Predeceased by his parents, two brothers Richard and Norman and his son Blair.  Survived by his sister Joy.  Lovingly cherished by his […]

Jim shown left dropping the puck   Okanagan Similkameen Chapter (School District #53) Principals and Vice Principals Association of BC Jim and June Harrington have been active members of the Osoyoos Schools Breakfast Program for more than 15 years. They are part of the team that meets twice a month to bake muffins in the […]

Have you tried making a reservation for a campsite VICTORIA – The 2020 summer camping season has arrived, giving people in B.C. more opportunities to get outside and connect with nature as most provincial campgrounds and recreation sites open June 1, along with more parks for day-use activities. To ensure British Columbians have access to […]