Climb every mountain or maybe just one. Well, it is that time of year again, the middle of August, which means it is time once again for the Mt. Kobau Star Party. My husband Dave, is an amateur astronomer and every year he tries to get up Mt. Kobau for a few days with a […]
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No fires to note in local region
Nearest fire of note – north of Harrison Lake
Locally grown food in your hospital ?
These days there is a growing movement to buy local food. Aside from environmental benefits and support for the local economy, there is something so rewarding about biting into a juicy peach at the peak of the season, purchased from a farmer who lives down the road. But for an organization the size of Interior […]
The voice of reason – from the past
The family of Bill Andrews have made available many of his letters to the local newspaper. In the weeks ahead we would like to feature some of them and see how it is received. First one – February 1, 1989* When is a salmon not a salmon? Give up? The answer is when it is […]
This weekend in Merritt
Kelsey-Lee Launier – Oliver Kelsey is a 19 year old student entering her second year at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops. Originally from Oliver, Kelsey enjoys the fine arts and is studying Theatre, working towards her Bachelor of Arts. She is involved with both the improv club and the theatre department in general. She was […]
Condolences to the family
John Jesus April 17, 1939 – August 9, 2015 On Sunday August 9th, 2015, John (Joáo) Manuel Jesus of Oliver passed away at the South Okanagan General Hospital at the age of 76 years. He was predeceased by his parents Antonio & Almerinda Jesus Matos. John will be fondly remembered by his loving family including […]