This Sunday evening (Aug 11) is the Annual Persied Event at White Lake Radio Observatory. In the past there has been as many as 1000 people in attendance. This year, given clear sky with no cloud, should be good viewing for the meteors as there is no moon to affect seeing. Arrive any time after […]

Elsewhere three lightning strikes came to the attention of BC Forests in the Penticton district with a 3 man crew responding to each: Mica Creek, McKinney Rd, and Anarchist Mtn. Non of the fires caused a serious problem and crews were mopping up at last report. The Oroville fire is east of the airport and has […]

Xerochrysum bracteatum. Photo by Mike Beaulieu

Vera Marlais March 1, 1925 – August 2, 2013 On Friday August 2, Mrs. Vera Marlais (nee Burak) of Oliver passed away peacefully after a long illness at McKinney Place ECU at the age of 88 years. She was predeceased by her husband Michael; two infant babies; sisters Luba and Anne; her parents as well […]

This one hit not very far from town on the east side. Taken by Werner Eigelsreiter

Photo of Speedy by Bernard Bedard