Residents of Osoyoos can look forward to a new multi-use pathway that will improve safety and accessibility for cyclists, pedestrians and all active commuters. “Cycling and walking are great ways to stay active and are more affordable and environmentally friendly ways to get to work, school and community events,” said Spencer Chandra Herbert, MLA for […]
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Total list of scholarships and bursaries $117 thousand in total
117 thousand dollars in awards given out on Monday evening at the high school with half of the graduating classes presented with funds to further their education. There are 72 students graduating in 2019. 28 thousand $$ of those dollars supplied by the SOSS Enrichment Fund Society. *** 1,500.00 OK Falls Royal Canadian Legion 227 Scholarship […]
Are Canadians broke?
Canadians are broke and yet they keep on spending. Almost half of our population is on the brink of insolvency and our mounting debt loads are unsustainable. While our consumer debt issues are not new news, the problem is still getting worse and people still won’t stop spending. The latest survey conducted on behalf of […]
Provincial Announcements – NDP does quick sweep through region
A significant expansion to the largest of only three licensed child care facilities in Osoyoos will mean that local parents will not need to drive to nearby towns to find quality care for their children. “The early years of life are critical in the development and future well-being of children,” said Jean-Yves Duclos, federal Minister […]
SOLD out!!! – Thanks Oliver from NBN
A new wrinkle
Now’s your chance to tell the B.C. government whether to keep changing our clocks twice a year or call it quits. You can answer an online survey and email your thoughts about daylight time. Most provinces in Canada move their clocks ahead one hour in March and turn their clocks back one hour in November. It is […]
Something new at the track
Area 27 offers a Grand Prix lifestyle with luxurious amenities for the motorsport enthusiast. The clubhouse is complete which features a 3,200 square foot dining room, high-end members locker rooms, state of the art classroom, and drivers pro shop. Featuring commanding views of the circuit and the valley below the 2,500 square foot patio is […]
Council briefs – Town of Oliver
by Roy Wood Still no federal funding for busted syphon Frustration continues around the Oliver council table over the lack of help from Ottawa to pay for repair of the Gallagher Lake syphon section of the area’s agricultural irrigation system. In a report to council this evening, chief administrative officer Cathy Cowan said officials in […]