West Nile virus risk increases as summer heats up As summer temperatures increase, so does the risk of West Nile virus. The risk of getting West Nile virus is highest from the end of July through August. There are some important measures people can take to reduce their risk of infection. West Nile virus is […]

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As of 10:00 am Saturday July 22nd morning, most of the mandatory Evacuation Orders will be lifted from homes in the Princeton, BC area due to wildfire. Highway 5A will remain closed but local residents north of Summers Creek Rd with clearance letters supplied by the Regional District will be allowed to go back to […]

On the Cloudyside, Words The air was filled with threats and curses. The neighbor was so angry with what the person next door had done that he lost his temper totally. It almost descended into violence. A few days later when things had quietened down somewhat he was confronted by a small group of people […]

To Clarence Louie The Freedom of the Municipality honours citizens for their outstanding contributions to the community. Mayor and Council will honor Chief Clarence Louie in recognition of his significant contribution to the development and growth of greater Oliver. “This is the highest honour the municipality can give an individual,” said Mayor Ron Hovanes. “This […]