PENTICTON — The Government of B.C. joined the City of Penticton today to officially reopen a segment of the Kettle Valley Rail Trail that underwent upgrades to increase the accessibility of the trail system. “This upgrade is a perfect example of the kind of project the Province is supporting through the $30-million Community Recreation Program,” […]
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Weldon Steel Trophy – Zone 2 playdowns
Oliver team comes up on top for Weldon Steel cup Winning team shown above left to right Dwayne Shewchuk, Keith Johnson, Guy Deschately, and Al Carson Tournament Details: Nk’Mip Desert Canyon played Twin Lakes, Osoyoos and Princeton, winning the first round (9 1/2 – 2 1/2) (8-4 ) (6-6) respectively. The results of the first […]
Oliver Student Awarded for IPF Legacy
Kayla Selsing, native to Oliver, is one of five recipients of the 2012 InterMune IPF Legacy Program, a scholarship awarded to family members of individuals living with idiopathic-pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) who are carrying on a loved ones legacy. IPF is a rare, progressive and life-limiting lung disease that can have a large financial effect on […]
This morning – blue and grey – stormy – windy – but sunshine breaks through
Fire not going anywhere
Could have been lightning on one tree southwest of the Robert Stelkia stables. Flames could be seen in this picture as late as ten o’lock. Smoke evident since daybreak. Access to the area is limited – fire is being monitored. Location: East of Oliver – 2 miles up McKinney Rd. – south of roadway on flats. Oliver […]
Fund raiser for OES – this Sunday – need tickets?
Tickets are $8 for adults $5 for children. Family passes $25 admits up to 5. Prices at the door will go up to $12 for adults and $8 for kids. Tickets on sale at OES school, Beyond Bliss and the Community Centre! Stage Fright 7pm Sunday October 21 at the Oliver Community Hall
Fall colours by Rocky Lundy
Women’s Opportunity Award
Soroptimist Women’s Opportunity Award “Helping Women Live Their Dreams”. The Women’s Opportunity Awards program assists women who provide the primary source of financial support for their families by giving them the resources they need to improve their education, skills and employment prospects. Each year more than $1.5 million is awarded to more than 1,000 women, […]