Unionized employees of the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) have voted to go on strike. The RDOS claims it has treated their employees fairly over the term of the past two Collective Agreements. Figures released by RDOS Directors show the union (BCGEU) is asking for a raise of 6.2% in 2012 and 3.18% in 2013. Meanwhile, […]
Labour trouble at the Regional District
BC Book Prize tour reaches Oliver tonight
Two authors shortlisted for the BC Book Prizes are touring the Okanagan. and will be visiting the Oliver Regional Library branch on Monday May 7 at 7:00 p.m. Come meet JJ Lee, the author of “The Measure of a Man: The story of a Father, a Son and a Suit” and Gary Kent, the author […]
Numbers up for ‘Hike for Hospice’ – $12 thousand raised
Over a hundred walkers registered for a walk northward along the’ Hike and Bike’ trail. Donations and pledges up as well. Event organized by the Desert Valley Hospice Society – its members and sponsors. Hi Jack, Janet Shaw: Thanks for your support at yesterday’s Hike. I can give you an estimate for this year’s […]
Music of the 70’s – church packed
We Remember – candlelight vigil
Legion colour party at Oliver Cemetery – red candles lights placed for an evening show.
2012 Youth Ambassadors gather together
One devoted to the other
On the left Ron Lee stands behind Riley Martin Saturday at the 25th anniversary celebrations of the Rick Hansen Relay in Oliver. Ron was a Student Counselor at SOSS for many years, including the time when Riley Martin was in an accident that caused permanent T4 paraplegia. Riley faced many challenges returning to finish his […]