Adolf Weger November 2, 1924 – February 2, 2012 It is with great sadness the family of Adolf Weger announces his passing on February 2, 2012 at the age of 87. He is remembered with love and survived by his children Klaus ( Heather), Egon (Sandra), Nora (Rob) and Norman, grandchildren Lindsey (Bill), Ashleigh […]
94% of cherries produced in Canada come from BC
Okanagan cherries are one step closer to being on the shelves of luxury food markets in cities like Beijing and Shanghai, as co-operative efforts between the governments of British Columbia and Canada continue to make progress in accessing the Chinese marketplace. An agreement signed between the governments of Canada and China in Beijing today […]
Oliver Hospital to get $200,000 to fund emergency care
Update: I can confirm the amount going to SOGH is $200,000. LISA BRAMAN Communications Officer Interior Health MLA John Slater says this is the first such funding and he is very happy it is going to be used locally. Hospitals in 36 rural communities across British Columbia will benefit from increased funding to strengthen public […]
Sheep count coming up!
Southern Okanagan Sportsmen’s Association 63rd Annual Sheep Count This event counts the numbers of sheep on the range, as well as condition of the Sheep and feed available, ratio of Rams, Ewes and Lambs. If you wish more information on this event or perhaps still wish to Register, Please telephone Sheep Count Chairman Linn Springer […]
Stamps tell a story
On Wednesday, February 15 at 7:00 p.m. the Oliver Library will present “I wrote a letter to my love……..stories that stamps tell” with stamp enthusiast Charles Gurr. Charles will tell the stories of some of the stamps in his collection as well as talk about the study and collecting of stamps. Did you know that […]
Toastmasters is looking for you
As you may or may not be aware I am an active member of our local Toastmasters Club that meets weekly in Osoyoos. Toastmasters has been an important part of my life for the past 9 years! If it wasn’t for the Leadership training I received through Toastmasters I am not sure if I would […]
A message from Darryl MacKenzie
To all my friends, I’ll be participating in a two-day major cycling event called The Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer benefiting BC Cancer Foundation. I’ll be cycling through the scenic Pacific Northwest with thousands of other Riders. All the proceeds will go to BC Cancer Foundation to support cancer research, treatment, and services. BC Cancer […]
Baldy Parade – what year?
Photo and story by Sam Smith I guess you are in need of photos if you are going back to Cherry Carnival – they’ve called it the “Cherry Fiesta” since someone decided that Osoyoos was the “Spanish Capital of Canada” Here’s one from the Cherry Carnival Days. I don’t have a date on it, but […]