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On the Sunny Side
On the Sunny Side Whenever I think I’ve had it really bad in 2020, I would do well to consider the following verified account of circumstances during the 30 year war between Sweden and Germany. Martin Rinkart, son of a poor coppersmith, became the Lutheran Archdeacon of Eilenburg, Germany in 1617, just before the 30 year war with Sweden broke out. Fugitives from the war sought refuge in Eilenburg. Forced quartering of soldiers, plundering of goods, and seizures of food made life severe and starvation rampant. By 1637 the famine, devastation and pestilence had become so bad that over 8000 people died that year. Among them were most of the town’s council, many pastors, whole families and many children. People would fight over a dead cat. Martin remained healthy, gave away much of what …
A sobering thought
To best position us as we go into 2021, an amendment to provincial health officer (PHO) orders has been put in place to reduce the hours that alcohol may be sold or served on New Year's Eve. The selling and serving of alcohol must cease between 8 p.m. (Pacific time) on Dec. 31, 2020, and 9 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2021. As before, liquor sales for onsite consumption must cease at 10 p.m. on all other dates. "This order applies to any establishment that sells or serves alcohol, including bars, restaurants, pubs, liquor stores or grocery stores. "Unless a full meal service is provided, premises that are licensed to serve liquor must close between 9 p.m. on Dec. 31, 2020, and 9 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2021. "We know alcohol can impair people's judgment and their ability to effectively use the layers of …
Covid 19 – stats and facts
Update on IH numbers: IH is reporting 57 new cases overnight, for a total of 3,806. 636 cases are active and on isolation. Thirty-six people are in hospital; six of them in ICU. Total number of deaths in IH remains at 28. Update on outbreaks: Noric House long-term care in Vernon remains at six cases: five residents and one staff. Heritage Square long-term care in Vernon has 19 cases: 12 residents and seven staff. Heritage Retirement Residence in West Kelowna remains at 30 cases: 25 residents and five staff, with one death connected to this outbreak. Teck mining operations remains at 16 IH cases linked to the outbreak. McKinney Place long-term care in Oliver remains at 75 cases: 54 residents and 21 staff, with 12 deaths connected to this outbreak. Village by the …
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Best of the season
A thought for our care workers. As we are ..now.. a hot spot for Covid-19 it highlights just how important our healthcare workers are. It is not possible to express understanding of your positions with mere words so it must suffice to say: "I hold the deepest respect for all those who move toward danger to be of service to others who are in jeopardy and need. May you and your families be safe and may you find peace amid the turmoil." Thank you for your service Area “C” Director Rick Knodel …
Best to you for 2021 from Barb and Paul
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Condolences to the family
Edward James Schanuel June 22, 1938 – December 23, 2020 On Wednesday, December 23, 2020, Mr. Edward James Schanuel of Oliver passed away after a long illness at the age of 82 years. He was predeceased by his father Anthony Schanuel; mother Juanita McGinness; sister Viola and son Alan. Edward will be fondly remembered by his loving family including wife Char Baptiste; sisters Elsie Gritchen and Debbie Gonzelas; children Debbie (Tom), Dawn (Rick), Sharon (Louie), Shane, Raylene (Corey) and Eddy (Kelsye); grandchildren; great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. Over the years he worked for Ken King Trucking and operated Ed Schanuel Sand & Gravel Ltd. Edward liked to travel and enjoyed trips to Mexico and all over the United States. He enjoyed playing …