Shaun Reimer stresses that had the constant rain of this spring not materialized, the Okanagan could be looking at drought conditions right now, which bring environmental and economic impacts of their own. “When we decide to make those changes, we are trying to strike a balance, because there are many years that this could have […]

Canadian Owners and Pilots Association COPA FOR KIDS Aviation program gave 44 kids from Oliver – free of charge – an experience of a lifetime and a look into the science of flight. When lift plus thrust is greater that weight and drag, you have flight. Karissa Luypen, 11, readies  for take off in a homebuilt Kitfox, […]

Rescind of Evacuation Order of Properties Along North Mill Road Naramata, BC The Evacuation Order issued by the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) June 8, 2017 has been recinded as roadway and water main repairs have been completed. All residents may return to their properties in the area. ] ***   Some people living in […]

Oliver Elementary School hosted Osoyoos Elementary, Similkameen Elementary, OK Falls Elementary and Tuc-el-nuit Elementary Schools for the District Track Meet. I heard lots of laughing and cheering and most of all a showing of good sportsmanship! Relay runners pick their lane by choosing a numbered stick from Mrs. Basso. The Osoyoos girls have a perfect […]

OBITUARY IRVING ROY WOOD September 10, 1937 to June 8, 2017 With deep sorrow, we announce the peaceful passing of Irv Wood at the age of 79 years on June 8, 2017. Irv passed away at home with family at his side, after a brief battle with esophagus cancer. Irv is survived by his wife […]

BMO Financial Group is donating $50,000 to the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation’s $20-million campaign to provide medical equipment for the Penticton Regional Hospital expansion. BMO representatives Ian Teetzel and John Duff (centre right and right) present the cheque to Carey Bornn of the SOS Medical Foundation (left) and Carl Meadows of Interior Health.