Planners from BC Transit recently surveyed about 2300 people in Penticton and other communities in the Regional District. What they found was that many people need better, connected services to assist with getting to medical appointments in Penticton and Kelowna. Directors agreed that one of the main ideas to work on is bus passenger service […]
Transit in the RDOS
Candidate profile
I was born and raised in Croatia. Moved to Canada in 1994. First seven years I spent in Montreal. I have moved to BC in September 2001 and finally settled in Oliver in May 2007. Since 2009 I have been working for our MP Alex Atamanenko and learning about the issues people in South Okanagan […]
The meaning of feral
Leo above – available for adoption Some people are not sure exactly what a feral cat is. Truly feral cats are fearful of humans living their lives outdoors, often surviving on small wildlife such as mice and birds and scrounging food from garbage etc. A few lucky feral cats are fed by people, but this […]
Highway signage issue
The RDOS has continued with enforcement of our sign regulations on private property in the area between the southern boundary of Oliver and the US border. There has generally been good success, but with a few signs needing more attention. We will follow-up with outstanding matters. Donna Butler Development Services Manager Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen […]
Letters
Ken Hayes says: the gas in Penticton $1.25.9 and $1.31.9 here in Oliver? What is the deal? Dave Drought says: you’ve pretty much got it right there, Jack. People would rather pick up their reward points than make any effort to reduce gas prices. The evidence is all around us. Susan Fulton says: Why are […]
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Sale begins Friday – that means today
Drop in this week to your Sears Hometown Store at the Oliver Place Mall. Contact Bonnie Hayes (250) 498-3448 5955 MAIN ST #1400