B.C. Ambulance Service has put out a strong reminder that 9-1-1 calls be used for medical emergencies only. “Calls that are inappropriate – divert resources from those who need medical attention,” says Gord Kirk, BCAS director of dispatch operations. Last night in Oliver – police, fire and ambulance responded to a call near Gallagher Lake for a […]
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Lose it for life!
Oliver Parks and Recreation is offering a variety of Adult Health and Fitness programs during the winter months of 2013. Our third annual “Lose It For Life” weight loss challenge is starting again this January 14, at the Oliver Parks & Recreation centre. Jorg Mardian, will be doing the nutritional aspect again this year, and […]
On the Sugar Lump by Marilyn Jones
Six in the snow
My friends and I went up to Bear Lake to snow shoe, and this is a bit of the snow crystals, so much snow and fog, it was beautiful. I thought I would send you a couple of pictures if you wanted to share them on your site. The dogs are Caesar and Jade. Sonya […]
Nick Kleyn passes at 84 years
Nicholas Kleyn September 6, 1928 – January 4, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nick Kleyn, after a lengthy, hard-fought battle with congestive heart failure. Nick is survived by his loving wife, Corrie of Penticton, his 4 children: Trudy (Ron), Ella (Bruce), Nick (Monica) and Jacqueline […]
Rest in peace Roger Houle
Roger Houle July 9, 1927 – January 5, 2013 On Saturday January 5, 2013, Mr. Roger Joseph Houle of Oliver passed away peacefully at the McKinney Place ECU at the age of 85 years. He was predeceased by his mother Elizabeth, father Albert, two brothers Leo and Lee, sister Jeannette, and daughter Marcelle. […]
Notice of expanded hours of learning
Welcome in the New Year at the Oliver Learning Centre! For 2013, we have extended our open hours to make learning even easier for you: Mon. 9 – 11:20 am, 12:40 – 5:40 pm Tues. & Wed. 9 – 11:20 am, 1:00 – 8:00 pm If you are a student in Grade 10 – 12 […]
New photo ID to replace carecard
BC Services Card to replace CareCard Starting Feb. 15, 2013, and over the next five years, eligible British Columbians between the ages of 19 and 74 will be required to replace their CareCard with the new BC Services Card by renewing their enrolment in the Medical Services Plan. The current CareCard was introduced in 1989 […]