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Benny Wolfe sentenced to seven months in jail for obtaining sex from teen Mark Brett and Kristi Patton Western News Staff

Standing outside on the steps of the Penticton courthouse, Benny Wolfe maintained he was not a threat to society. On Thursday, Wolfe was sentenced to seven months in jail and two years probation after pleading guilty to obtaining sexual services of a person under 18. “I regret what I did, I made a big mistake but I want the people of Penticton to know that I am not a danger to children, I’m not a danger to anyone,” he said staring downward. “I’ve been a law-abiding citizen all my life, I just made this drastic mistake and unfortunately it’s a severe mistake according to the Criminal Code and now I have to pay the penalty. I learn by my mistakes and this mistake will never happen again.” Wolfe was arrested after an undercover sting operation by RCMP revealed a 17-year-old girl was being forced into the sex-trade by her stepfather who ran his operation from a bus stop outside of the Penticton Soupateria. Judge Meg Shaw said in her decision that on eight separate occasions Wolfe had paid for the girl’s services and indicated in his police statement that he told the girl he wanted to lock in her price of $100 long term. The teen conﬁrmed the sexual acts did not involve aggression or violence and described Wolfe’s apartment as having numerous children’s toys in it, including Barbie dolls. In a pre-sentence report, Wolfe’s ex-wife said he was pre-occupied with young girls and collected pictures of them. Another collateral source in the report said Wolfe was known to take young transient people into his home. Since he was charged Wolfe said he has been very careful, watching his own actions and hoped the judge would show some leniency. “But I know that today I am going to be behind bars and I’m just going to have to set my mind to it, the way I’ve set my mind to other things in my life,” he said. “I’m used to living in small spaces and I don’t have any family so I’m used to being alone. That’s just the way it’s going to be.” Because Penticton is a small town, he plans to move somewhere else when he is released from custody but did not say where. “There’s no two ways about it, I regret what I did, I should have had better judgment,” said Wolfe.

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CHBC NEWS reporter Eric Szeto interviews a remorseful Benny Wolfe on the steps of the Penticton Provincial Courthouse just prior to his sentencing Thursday afternoon. Wolfe pleaded guilty in June to obtaining the sexual services of a person under 18.

A second man, Kenneth Toovey, also pled guilty to obtaining sexual services of a person under the age of 18 and was sentenced on Thursday to the mandatory minimum on this charge of six months in jail. This will be followed by one year of probation. Toovey, who has been living in Saskatoon since he was charged, was also caught in the RCMP undercover operation and admitted to paying the teen $60 for oral sex. Probation conditions on the two men include no contact with the teen, not to be within 100 metres of the intersection of Martin Street and Orchard Avenue (where the Soupateria is located) except when travelling by vehicle past the location

without stopping, not to be in the presence of anyone under 18 except with consent of the probation officer and they will be on the sexual offenders registry for 10 years. Both of the men who pled guilty on Thursday had testified in the trial of the stepfather, who cannot be named in order to protect the teen’s identity. The 47-year-old stepfather was found guilty of numerous charges including sexual assault on the teen that carried on for five years. He will be sentenced in April. Rick Wyatt and Baldev Toor were also charged with obtaining sexual services of a person under 18 and are due back in court next month.

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Dreamlift sets table for record tally Mark Brett Western News Staff

Seeing dreams come true is one of Capt. Mike Toledo’s greatest pleasures in life. For nearly two decades the veteran Orange County, Calif. sheriff has had plenty of opportunity to do that as a volunteer escort for many special Canadian children in the magic kingdom that is Disneyland. “Just to see the kids get off the plane, they’re so excited and when they finally get to Disneyland it’s just amazing,” said Toledo, Wednesday as he watched the growing lineup of customers at the Penticton Wendy’s restaurant during the annual Dreamlift Day fundraiser. “To see their eyes light up and to watch their expressions as they realize where they are is just such a huge thing for me personally. “I’m very lucky because I get to see them there (Disneyland) and I also get to come here and see just how the communities involved embrace this.” Final figures from the event showed another record-breaking day overall for the nine participating restaurants in the Southern Interior with $115,027 raised. The money comes from the sale of food and beverages along with the wages of staff, management and owners. So far, in the 19 years of Dreamlift Days a total of $1,224,384 has been achieved. Through the B.C. Interior Chapter of the Sunshine Foundation, about every other year a chartered jet is hired to fly about 80 children with severe medical problems or life-threatening illnesses to the Anaheim, Calif. park. The next flight is planned for this December. Toledo still vividly remembers one particular child he had the pleasure of being with on the 2011 trip. “The poor thing was wheelchair bound and couldn’t get around very well,” he recalled. “She didn’t want to go on any rides, all she wanted to do was shop, so we pushed that wheelchair up and down Main Street and all through Disneyland and spent the entire day shopping.” The sheriff added the girl was more intent on buying gifts for friends and family than for herself. “These kids are just so unselfish, so unselfish,” said Toledo. Also helping out at the restaurant Wednesday were a num-

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Sarah SteveNS and Bruce raincock (right) wait in the lineup at the Penticton Wendy’s restaurant Wednesday to place their orders during the annual Dreamlift Day event. Money raised will go towards helping send challenged children on the trip of a lifetime to Disneyland later this year.

ber of other VIP volunteers, including Coun. Andrew Jakubeit and former RCMP officer Jim Porteous. “I’ve got a niece and a cousin who have both benefited from what Wendy’s does with Dreamlift, so it touches home,” said the councillor during a break in the action. “It was just a thrill for them and was something they looked forward to, talked about for months beforehand and talked about for months afterwards. “It really lifted their spirits and gave them something posi-

tive to think about and remember. There are lots of kids in our community who need that.” Decked out in his dark blue Wendy’s apron, Porteous looked up from his table-clearing duties and agreed: “This is all for the children, to see the gleam in their eyes. It really is a dream come true for them, something they will likely never, ever get to do again in their lives. “Our society has to look out for the children, they are our future.”

Penticton on the hook for 911 funding changes Joe Fries Western News Staff

Changing the funding formula for regional 911 dispatch service to a user-pay system would see Penticton’s cost rise by almost $200,000 this year. Most other areas in the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen would then enjoy substantial decreases, according to a staff report presented last week at a meeting of the local government’s protective services committee. According to the report, the 14 rural areas and municipalities in the RDOS are billed for 911 dispatch service based on the total value of property assessments in each. Under that formula, Penticton pays 38 per cent of the cost of the service, which means its share

works out to $216,000 this year. However, about 70 per cent of calls to 911 are generated in Penticton, so billing out the service based on that user-pay metric would have seen the city’s cost nearly double to $398,000 this year. Bill Newell, the RDOS chief administrative officer, cautioned the committee that the report was for information only, as the funding model was flagged for review in a 2010 study of the dispatch system. He also noted that the figures are based only on calls to fire departments, as statistics for police and ambulance weren’t available. Committee members, however, seemed in favour of sticking with the status quo. West Bench Director Michael Brydon acknowledged his area benefits from its close proximity to Penticton.

“My residents, when they call 911, are probably doing it from within the City of Penticton. It shows up as a City of Penticton statistic. So I don’t think this (alternate funding model) puts us ahead in terms of fairness,” he said. “Let’s not try to get too scientific with something when it benefits us all.” Angelique Wood, the director for Hedley and rural Keremeos, said most of the 911 calls in her area result from car accidents on Highway 3 involving out-of-town motorists, not locals. “So this is a service we just all have to suck it up and pay what it costs,” Wood said. The RDOS staff report also pointed out that if a proposed $1.6-million upgrade to the 911 system goes ahead, Penticton will be on the hook for 38 per cent of that cost

too, yet will benefit the least as most improvements are tagged for areas to the south. Summerland will pay five per cent of the total cost, representing the next highest share, even though it will also see little benefit, said Bruce Hallquist, a municipal councillor and RDOS director. “In our case, we already have all this infrastructure in place and now we’re going to be asked to upgrade our system when really it doesn’t need to be upgraded,” said Hallquist, a former member of the Summerland Fire Department. The protective services committee didn’t take a stance on the 911 funding model, although the issue will likely surface again as RDOS staff move along with plans to put the system upgrade to tender.

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Penticton in the Dragons’ Den Producers for CBC series the intricacies of the program and to get on one of the show’s all-stuwill be holding auditions maybe what they look for from dent specials. “We could use this year as a their contestants.” in city on Feb. 9 Steve Kidd

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Built a better mousetrap? Or maybe you have built a device that will revolutionize the solar power industry? If so, you will have a chance to pitch your business idea when the producers of CBC’s Dragons’ Den come to town to audition prospective guests for next season. On Feb. 9, Dragons’ Den producers will be coming to Okanagan College’s Penticton campus for a day of auditions. One group that is going to be especially interested is the students enrolled in the college’s business program, especially the young entrepreneurs participating in the Enactus (formerly Students in Free Enterprise) volunteer group. “We are volunteering at the Dragons’ Den, as we have done in past years. Traditionally, it has been held in Kelowna, but this year we get the opportunity to do it here in Penticton,” said Ryan Lancaster, Enactus vice-president. “I am very excited to get a chance to see how the program is put together from behind the scenes. It’s unfortunate that the Dragons themselves won’t be here, but we are hoping to still discuss with the producers some of

The auditions, which take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., are public. Budding entrepreneurs should be prepared to pitch their business in under five minutes. If they can convince Dragons’ Den producers they are ready for their 15 minutes of fame, they could be invited to brave the Dragons face-to face when the upcoming season is filmed in Toronto. Sheilagh Seaton is an Okanagan School of Business professor and mentor to Enactus students in Penticton. She feels the auditions should be a valuable educational experience for business students. “I think it is always exciting for young people to see people moving forward with their ideas,” she said. “And to see how a simple idea can have an opportunity to turn into a successful business, how they can bring that forward, what do they need to do to get their product into marketplace.” Lancaster hopes to use the auditions as a networking opportunity, to help further Enactus’ Young Entrepreneur program, which brings a Dragons’ Den-style of competition to middle and high school students. “It is our goal to help those student entrepreneurs start up real business in the community,” said Lancaster, who hopes to learn about the opportunities for students

networking opportunity as well as a research gathering opportunity to get the information we need to see what constitutes a quality idea or what you need to as a student applying to be on the show, what do you need as an application,” said Lancaster. “I think for the business program, it’s an opportunity for our students to really understand what it takes to launch a business and the pressures involved in asking for financing,” said Seaton. “Our students can learn quite a bit from watching that program in terms of what kind of information they would need to provide to potential investors, in order to receive the funding they would need to launch their own venture.” Not only have people from the South Okanagan presented on the show before, Seaton said, but Jim Treliving, one of the Dragons, has close ties to Penticton, which was the site of his first Boston Pizza franchise. “I think it is close to home here, I think it is really exciting coming to Penticton,” said Seaton. “I think our community has a lot of investment in it.” More information about applying to be on Dragons’ Den is available online at http://www.cbc.ca/ dragonsden/auditions.

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WalkiNg the liNe — Members of the B.C. government employees Union, led by (left to right) herb Olafsson, terri Streleaff and John laverdure, march in front of the Penticton and District Community Resources Society offices Wednesday. according to the union, the one-day strike was to send a message to the B.C. government to stop putting the squeeze on community living and other community-based social services. Union officials say the funding is needed for programs for people with developmental disabilities and the workers who support them.

Summerland lawyer suspended Joe Fries Western News Staff

A former Summerland mayor has admitted to professional misconduct and had his ability to practise law suspended for one month. Tom Johnston, a partner at a Summerland law firm, was also ordered to pay $6,448 in costs to the Law Society of B.C., according to a decision issued last week following a hearing in November. He was sanctioned for his work on a civil matter he took on in 2008, which involved four unnamed clients whose case was before the B.C. Supreme Court in Penticton. According to a decision written by a disciplinary panel of the law society, Johnston didn’t follow his clients’ instructions and in doing so “denied his clients the trial they wanted.” “His clients were left with no choice but to agree to a settlement they did not want.” The decision went on to note, however, that “the result obtained at the end of the proceedings was arguably as good as could ever Family Dentistry

have been achieved at trial.” And the panel also pointed out there was “no suggestion that (JohnJohnston ston) was acting in anything other than the best interests of his clients as he perceived them. “However, based on the evidence, he did clearly contradict his clients’ instructions and at times obviously misled his clients.” As a result, a lawyer for the law society suggested Johnston be suspended from practice for up to three months, while Johnston’s lawyer argued one month was appropriate. Although the panel pointed that as a “mature” and “senior member of the bar,” Johnston ought to have known better, it noted he’s had “a significant level of involvement in his community, including civic politics and his church.” Johnston also

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submitted 15 letters of reference in his favour, including 10 from other lawyers and three from politicians. Reached by phone Thursday, Johnston said, “No doubt I made mistakes, so I’m not trying to downplay that at all,” but declined further comment. His firm, Johnston Goodrich Lawyers, will remain open during his suspension, which begins today. Johnston served as mayor of Summerland from 2002 to 2005, and in 2008 made an unsuccessful bid for a seat on Penticton city council when he ran as part of a slate of candidates under the Okanagan Skaha Ratepayers Association banner. In addition to his work on criminal cases, Johnston has also represented clients in high-profile civil actions, including Gary Leaman’s unsuccessful 2010 libel case against Mark Ziebarth related to a letter to the editor during the 2008 civic election. Johnston also represented the group that went to court in 2008 in a failed bid to block demolition of the old gym and auditorium at Penticton Secondary School.

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he B.C. Liberal government unveiled an ambitious plan last week to try and take some of the dissension out of bargaining between boards of education and the B.C. Teachers Federation. It is an excellent starting point for future discussions, but has almost no chance of being adopted in its entirety — particularly as we are now entering a provincial election campaign. Premier Christy Clark has stated on many occasions that she would like to see labour peace in the school system for at least 10 years. This is an admirable goal. Labour disruptions do not help students get a better education. In the last school year, teachers were basically on a work-to-rule campaign for the entire year, and it was not helpful to students or parents. The provincial proposal calls for teachers, through the BCTF, to have more of a voice in education policy decisions. It also calls for teachers’ wages over the next 10 years to be based on an indexing of other major B.C. public-sector wage settlements, which would ensure that they do not fall behind. It also would let the BCTF, at some point in time, regain the right to strike. The province also wants a more transparent bargaining process and clear timelines of when bargaining takes place and contracts are agreed to. There is no question that the bargaining with the BCTF has been seriously ﬂawed for many years. Agreements have been few and far between, and even when one side or the other makes concessions, controversy seems inevitable. Part of this is due to the feeling by the BCTF PENTICTON that it deserves WESTERN a voice in setting policy. While it has every right to discuss policy with the province, in fact, under NDP, Liberal and Social Credit governments, this has rarely gone smoothly. This proposal actually sets up a formal avenue for the BCTF to be involved in policy discussions and it needs to be careful not to reject something it has long wanted.

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Victory in Mali remains unclear As usual, a well-trained Western army has gone through a fierce-looking but virtually untrained force of African rebels like a hot knife through butter. Two weeks ago, the northern half of Mali was entirely under the control of Islamist militants, whose forces were starting to advance into southern Mali as well. So France decided on very short notice to send troops and combat aircraft to its former colony in West Africa. Today, every town in the north of Mali is under French control, and the surviving rebels have fled into the desert. But most of them did survive: after losing a couple of major clashes in the first days of the French drive northwards, the Islamist forces simply abandoned Gao, Timbuktu and Kidal, the main towns of the north, as soon as the French forces came near. The easy part of the intervention is now over. It’s not surprising that the French military intervention was an instant success. The Islamist rebels, like most African paramilitaries (and quite a few African armies, too), did not even know the basic combat drills that every infantryman in a Western army has practised until they are second nature. But now come three tasks that are considerably more difficult.

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Dyer Straits The ﬁrst is to deploy an African Union-backed military force, made up of units from armies elsewhere in West Africa, to take over from the French. You can’t just hand the recaptured towns back to Mali’s own army, which is so incompetent and rotted by politics that it would promptly lose them back to the militants. This force, dubbed the International Support Mission to Mali, has the unanimous blessing of the United Nations Security Council. International donors met in Ethiopia on Tuesday and pledged $455.53 million to pay for this force. Mali’s many neighbours — it has open desert borders with seven other West African countries — have already identiﬁed the units they are going to send. Once African troops replace

the French, the next task is to rebuild the democratic government of Mali, which was destroyed by a military coup last March. The interim president, Dioncounda Traore, says that he wants to hold elections next July, but behind the scenes the greedy young ofﬁcers who made the coup still hold the real power. They will have to be sent back to their barracks before elections take place, and that will not be easy. And the third task is to win the very different kind of war that starts in Mali now. Retaking occupied towns was easy. Now that the militants have scattered across the vast deserts of northern Mali, they will launch a different kind of war — a “war of the shadows”, conducted by raids, bomb attacks and assassinations. Countries can survive for decades with that kind of low-intensity war going on in the background, but the only way to shrink it to a manageable level is to make a political deal. This is not impossible in Mali, because the Islamist fanatics actually hijacked the revolution from their former allies, the Tuareg separatists. Most of the people in the north are Tuaregs, desert-dwelling people of Berber stock and nomadic heritage who are ethnically, culturally and linguistically distinct from the black African majority in

southern Mali. Many of them support the separatist movement that wanted to create an independent Tuareg state in northern Mali, but few actually share the extreme religious views of the Islamist militants. The two groups made an alliance to drive the Malian army out of the north, but the Islamists then turned on their allies and seized absolute power for themselves. Their harsh rule was resented by most people, however, and so it should be possible to isolate the Islamists if the Malian government is willing to make a deal that gets the Tuareg separatists on its side. They won’t get independence, but they would probably settle for a large degree of autonomy for the north. It will be hard to get a new Malian government that is elected almost entirely by the votes of southerners (90 per cent of the population lives in the south) to make that concession, but the alternative is a long, draining guerilla war in the north. Was the French military intervention in Mali necessary? Yes, in the view of the United Nations, the African Union, and most Malians. Was it a success? That remains to be seen. Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.

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Public pressure the prescription for hospital What will it take to get improved patient care in this region? Last week Interior Health representatives appeared before the Okanagan-Similkameen Regional Hospital District Board to answer that very question. The hospital board wanted to know why there has been no action from Interior Health and the provincial government towards the much-needed construction of a new patient care facility in Penticton. Both Penticton and regional district taxpayers have been saving money for the last 10 years, in anticipation of having to pay the provincially legislated 40 per cent share of capital infrastructure. This year, that reserve account will approach $30 million, with $800,000 already spent on design work. The health foundation has committed $20 million to the project. So, why then, does Penticton get shoved into the back seat while Vernon gets its hospital expansion? After all, Vernon was number five on Interior Health’s list of capital projects and Interior Health claims Penticton is still number one on their list.

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This is an open letter to Premier Christy Clark: I have used the excellent inpatient services of the Penticton Regional Hospital six weeks since 2006, not to mention emergency, oncology, CT and MRI scans and EEG visits. I have been very impressed with the level of care and caring, but not blind to the fact that this hospital is well past its due date. In 1951, it was built to serve 10,000; in 2013, it serves 90,000. Currently B.C. spends about 43 per cent of its budget on health-related needs, with an anticipated 20 per cent increase in seniors and their attending health needs. This hospital desperately needs to be recognized for the value-added contribution it makes to the quality of the lives of our citizens. Major upgrades and expansion is needed; property for same has been offered, yet there still is no firm commitment by your government to take immediate and long-term planning and action to alleviate this situation. Your government found $273 million to build a prison in Oliver. One of the reasons was to generate jobs. I suggest to you that this money would have been better spent meeting the more immediate needs of local citizens. It would have provided much-needed employment in construction, support and related health services for years to come by expanding and upgrading the Penticton hospital. Laurie Rockwell Summerland

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The First Nations have wisely set their motto, “Idle No More”. Now by actively sharing their skills, knowledge and participation they will greatly enhance their well-being and add to Canada’s richness. We can learn from the past but can’t relive it. It’s a fast moving

The answer from Interior Heath was clear: public pressure. In Vernon, hospital staff and concerned citizens mounted demonstrations in front of the hospital to make the public aware of the inadequate facility. The situation made front-page headlines as demonstrators waved placards along Highway 97. The provincial government responded by funding the new hospital. In Penticton, there has been no noise. The overworked Penticton staff is tirelessly continuing to deliver excellent care in an inadequate facility, working as efficiently and co-operatively as possible. It is therefore easier for government to ignore Penticton and the facts of our situation. Our 60-year-old hospital was built to meet the needs of 10,000 people. The area population now exceeds 90,000. The building is inefficient as hallways are often crowded with stretchers, innovation and new technology gets housed in closets and spare corners, and a maze of services become increasingly difficult to access. The building is not as safe as it should be. Over the past 10 years, Kelowna has annually received $108

globalized world and the end of the reservation welcomed. Having a clear understanding of the terms nation, tribe, Canadian Indian, Metis and Canadian citizen would greatly add to the conversation. In America its “High Noon’’ is the heated debate of the right to own guns resulting from the many mass shootings, particularly of children. Interestingly, America’s official motto is “In God We Trust”, but it no longer exists. God is love and one is exalted to love your neighbour, not fear the neighbour as is now the case. Love is gone as is the innocent trusting little child. God is shot dead. The AK15 assault rifle has replaced the crucifix and fear is the terrorist. Secular U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt said only “We have nothing to fear but fear itself.” Spiritual Pope John Paul II proclaimed “Be not afraid”. The Golden Rule, a faint memory, is replaced with the reality “In The Golden Gun We Trust”. In India, basic rights of safety and dignity were viciously denied a young female medical student on a bus when she was horribly and fatally gang raped by six males. The world has the right to render a sharp message of non tolerance and swift justice. Joe Schwarz Penticton

Response out of line

I was absolutely flabbergasted and downright disgusted to read such an unbelievably hostile letter written by Andy Homan, Penticton re: the letter about Ms. Caron being called “sweetheart” by someone who was serving her. The so sarcastic comments by “Mr. Homan” ridiculed Ms. Caron who was expressing her dislike at being addressed as “sweetheart” by someone who was serving her. Most women cringe at being addressed

per person for capital improvements in health facilities. Vernon has received $92 per person. Meanwhile, Penticton receives only $22 per person. It’s our turn. But the principles of fiscal fairness, patient need and economic opportunity don’t seem to count. Neither does that fact that an eager partner awaits with its share of the money already saved. Unfortunately, it’s not principled decision making that will get Penticton hospital a much-needed expansion. Instead, it comes down to public pressure. That’s the message I have been hearing from provincial cabinet ministers during the time I have been actively lobbying the government, and that’s the message that was re-enforced again last Thursday by Interior Health. Unless Penticton residents hit the streets with placards and rallies, turning up the heat for provincial politicians, we will be waiting a long time for a new hospital. Garry Litke, vice-chair Okanagan-Similkameen Regional Hospital District Board

as “dear”, or “sweetheart”, or “darlin’”, or “honey” by the unknown person who is serving them. Most don’t make an issue of it and luckily it doesn’t happen too often but it can and does raise the hackles. It is acting too familiar and can be disrespectful to address female customers — strangers — with “terms of endearment”. In the work situation, if there is a reason to address a female stranger, please use Ms. (Miz) or Ma’am — this is the proper way and age has nothing to do with it. Eva Webb Keremeos

Made to feel welcome

Re: letter to the editor titled: “Terms of endearment misdirected”. The author, Ms. Caron, felt offended with restaurant staff addressing her as “dear” and her observation suggests this could be mainly directed towards people over 50 by staff younger in age. I have been addressed as “dear” from childhood to my 60-plus years by restaurant staff from all ages. In Canada it’s: “What are you having, dear?” In the U.S. it’s: “What’ll it be, honey?” In Britain: “What can I get you, love?” Why would they address me with those terms? Well, it could be that I wasn’t wearing a nametag on my shirt at the time. Anyway, all of the above terms have always made me feel more welcome. I have to wonder how restaurant staff, having read Ms. Caron’s letter, feel about how they should now address patrons: Will they have to worry about approaching a patron wondering if this is a “dear” person or “ma’am” person? As a customer, will I have to dread the thought of sitting down in a Penticton eating establishment and a server approaching with: “Hey, you with the bald head, watcha havin’?” Stuart Reed Keremeos

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I too like our new store in Penticton, but I believe there is one that tops all the rest and that store is Save-On Foods. I have shopped there for years and have never been disappointed. Their vegetable and meat departments are always so tastefully displayed, not a blemish anywhere. The floors and everything else are so very clean at all times. All the employees, including management, are friendly and so willing to help that it is a true joy to shop there. If you look at the flyers, there are always bargains galore. Hats off to Save-On Foods. I truly hope I have many more wonderful years shopping at my favourite store. Try it out, you won’t be disappointed. I guarantee if you go once, you are sure to go back. Lenore Bilinsky Penticton

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Bigger and better. That’s how organizers are describing the recent Investors Group Walk for Memories at Cherry Lane shopping centre. The tallies in terms of participants and funds raised were well above last year’s totals, according to Laurie Myres, support and education co-ordinator of the local branch of the Alzheimer’s Society of B.C. “It really warmed my heart, and a huge thank you to the community and volunteers for coming out and supporting us,” said Myres afterwards. “We had about 100 people and I’m hoping we reach $27,000 when it’s all over, and that’s well up from last year.” She believes part of the increase this time around had to do with the participation of the Penticton Vees junior hockey team in the walk and their promotion during the two weekend hockey games at the South Okanagan Events Centre. The co-ordinator also felt the fact this year’s honouree, the late Audrey Jackson, was so well known

in the community for her kindness and compassion and willingness to help others, played a large role in the success of the event. The day was actually bittersweet for the Jackson family and friends because it was on Jan. 27, 2010, Audrey died at age 78. Leading the procession at Cherry Lane were her husband Bob, daughters Cat and Jacqueline and son Norm. While the final years were particularly difficult, according to Cat, the middle of the three children, her mother did very well and the pair became even closer. “My mom was my best buddy and still had awareness of things around her even near the end,” she recalled. “When I would go out and get all the donations and prizes (for the Alzheimer’s golf tournament) I would take my mom with me, and oh my God, we had so much fun. She was my sidekick and she would talk to people and have no problem saying: ‘I have Alzheimer’s.’ And people would stop and say ‘you what?’ ‘I’m worried about my memory,’ and they would just start talking to her.”

Cat feels it is important to speak about the disease publicly because the more aware people are, the easier it is to talk about. “The message is getting out there and people have to realize that there is a certain stigma attached to somebody that doesn’t remember or repeats themselves, but that you don’t judge them for that, you support them in the best way that you can to make their life better,” she added. Myres agreed: “That’s why the theme of this month (January) is, See Me, Not the Disease. “And that is so true because once people have been diagnosed with any disease they become that label. People think, ‘Oh well, that person is gone.’ But they’re not gone, in many cases they’re very high functioning individuals with a lot to give.” Myres continues to urge people to get checked if they have an signs or concerns and, if necessary, get treatment as soon as possible. “Because along with the proper care, education and support, everyone can have a fine quality of life,” she said. “It’s very doable.”

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Summerland’s John Rousseau is vying for the coveted title up for grabs on the second season of Canada’s Handyman Challenge on the HGTV network. A win would also will put $25,000 in his pocket, money that he already has plans for. “Buy more tools,” said Rousseau. “I’m a tool guy. As many tools as you can think of. I just actually converted a portable shipping container into a fabrication studio. I love building furniture and mosaics out of stone, so tools and more tools would be great.” The show airs on HGTV on Tuesday nights and puts contestants through rigorous challenges to test their handyman skills in order to be crowned Canada’s Best Handyman. Rousseau first heard about the show from an online posting and, besides the chance at $25,000, the prospect of being on television was also appealing. But first he had to make it past a tough audition process in Vancouver that ended up with him showing the judges what he could do with a piece of plywood. “Being able to show off what you can do with a piece of plywood is a

pretty cool thing to be able to do,” said Rousseau. Although, his “manstation” bench didn’t seem to go over that well with the judges, Rousseau even went as far as slightly mocking the judges in his oneon-one with the camera after he showed off his bench, but he managed to get picked for the challenges that day. “I was being really cocky and you can see that going through the episode, because they later tore my hammock apart,” he said. Tearing it apart in the literal sense, folding it basically in half to prove he hadn’t quite thought out his design so well. The challenge before that was just as tedious, having to hang mismatched doors. “I had a target on my back for sure because of the attitude I came in with. But, confidence

is key. You have to sell yourself. The first challenges were absolutely brutal… the whole thing about this show is they put you into a stressful situation. The short amount of time is the brutal part about the challenges. You have people constantly reminding you and they have cameras all around you. Rousseau is actually a Journeyman tile setter by trade, but quickly found out time management is one of his downfalls when put in a crunch. “You give a man tools and time and you get perfection. You give a guy tools and no time and you get deception,” he said. The show wasn’t looking for professionals but Rousseau admits he “snuck” into the competition by telling them he was an artistic fabricator — just a fancier

term for what he does. “Well there are doctors that specialize in things like a cardiologist or a dentist, but a cardiologist doesn’t do root canals. I didn’t find my skill set really would even mean anything because your not setting tile or laying out a floor,” said Rousseau. Judging the contestants are HGTV celebrities Scott McGillivray (Income Property), Bryan Baeumler (Leave It To Bryan, House Of Bryan), and Paul Lafrance (Decked Out, Deck Wars). The ultimate handyman, Mike Holmes (Homes Makes It Right, Holmes Inspection) will weigh in on who will be crowned the winner of Canada’s Handyman Challenge. Rousseau said it is his dream to be a HGTV celebrity, hosting his own show renovating bathrooms. Obviously comfortable in front of the cameras, his musical background helped him his performance. “With what I do there is no bathroomspecific show on HGTV and if this goes well and people like me, maybe I could be a host. I have the skill set to do that. Helping rich house wives spend their husband’s money on TV,” joked Rousseau, who can be followed on Twitter @Johnthehandyman.

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Card games become a metaphor for life with plenty of wit, humour and truth in the next production for Many Hats Theatre Company. Two lonely, elderly residents in a home for senior citizens strike up an acquaintance over a card game in the theatre company’s latest production, The Gin Game. Neither Weller Martin nor Fonsia Dorsey seem to have any other friends but over their card game they engage in lengthy conversations about their families and lives, developing a relationship. Weller introduces Dorsey to the game of gin rummy, a game that Dorsey always seems to win. This becomes increasingly frustrating for him, while Dorsey becomes increasingly conﬁdent. Gradually each conversation becomes a battle, much like the ongoing gin games, as each player tries to expose the other’s weaknesses, to belittle the other’s life and to humiliate the other thoroughly. Just as the card game the production is named after, this is a twoplayer show. The Gin Game features Many Hats Theatre Company regulars Jamie Eberle as Weller and El-

eanor Walker as Dorsey in the two-act production. The Many Hats show is directed by Monty Hughes and produced by Eric Hanston. D.L. Coburn came to prominence in 1977 with The Gin Game, his ﬁrst play. It ran on Broadway for 516 performances and toured the U.S. to sold out houses before going international. It has since had productions in virtually every country in the western world. In 1978 the play garnered four Tony nominations and was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for drama Coburn said at the time he was alarmed when the ﬁrst news account published on his play called it a comedy-drama. In his mind he had written a tragedy, sprinkled with some funny moments. Later he said he came to the realization that it is the human will that is funny. The Gin Game runs from Feb. 7 to March 2, on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. at the Cannery Stage in the Cannery Trade Centre on Fairview Road in Penticton. Tickets are $22 for adults and seniors and students are $19. They can be purchased at the Wine Country Visitor Centre or by calling 1-800663-5052.

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Feb. 1 — Former member of Spirit of The West Linda McRae is performing at the Dream Café. Feb.1 — Eric Church The Blood, Sweat & Beers tour comes to Penticton at the South Okanagan Events Centre. Feb. 7 — Penticton’s most popular Thursday Night Jazz Band is playing at the Barking Parrot from 7 to 9 p.m. Concert is a fundraiser for the Penticton and Area Women’s Centre. Tickets are $10 at women’s centre, Ten Thousand Villages and Lakeside Resort. Feb. 8 — Duo Rendezvous, with Daniel Bolshoy on guitar and Jasper Wood on violin, are performing at Oliver Alliance Church at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at Beyond Bliss in Oliver. Feb. 8 — After 20 years with Great Big Sea, Alan Doyle is stepping out on his own touring with his ﬁrst solo album Boy on A Bridge with a three-piece band at the Barking Parrot. Opening act Calum Hughes from Kinship hits the stage at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 plus tax, must be 19+. Feb. 9 —Live hip hop at The Elite with Mad Melody Records and Kamloops emcee James Hughes at 8:30 p.m. 14+ event, show starts at 8:30 p.m. $5 cover. Feb. 15 — Acoustic-driven musical storyteller Jeremy Fisher at the Dream Café. Tickets $22. Feb. 16 — Tim Williams and Big Dave Mclean, veterans of the roots and blues scenes, are at the Dream Café. Tickets are $24. Feb. 19 — Black Mastiff brings their soul-rock to The Elite. Show starts at 8 p.m. and cover is $5. Feb. 20 — Showcase Penticton (formerly Thursday Night Showcase) is now at the Opus Cafe in the Cannery Trade Centre. Host and co-producer Kyle Anderson will open the show, followed by singer/guitarist Terry Kaiser. Tekatie headlining. Show is at 8 p.m. Tickets for adults $12, students $10. Feb. 23 — Randy Elvis Friske and his Las Vegas Show Band at the Cleland Community Theatre at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $39.50. March 9 — Heart is performing at the South Okanagan Events Centre on their Fanatic Tour with opening act Simon Townshend.

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A former member of Spirit of the West and now living out of Nashville, Linda McRae is performing at the Dream Café on Friday, Feb. 1. McRae’s fourth solo release, Rough Edges & Ragged Hearts, was nominated by the Canadian Folk Music Awards for album of the year. This conﬁrms her maturing distinction as a quality songwriter and recording artist. McRae earned a Juno nomination and double platinum triple gold recording status as bassist and accordionist with Celtic/roots group Spirit of the West. She departed the band after eight years to resume her solo career producing three consecutive critically acclaimed recordings. Performing on claw hammer banjo, acoustic guitar, accordion and porch board stomp box, McRae combines old-time sounds with universal themes of heartbreak and redemption. Showtime at the Dream Café is at 8 p.m., tables available from 6 p.m. Call 250-490-9012 for reservations. Tickets are $12.

Feb. 2 — Penticton School of Dance are hosting Flavours of India fundraising event at 6 p.m. at the South Main Seniors Drop-In Centre. Feb. 7 to March 2 — Many Hats Theatre is performing The Gin Game at the Cannery Stage. Showtimes are Thursday to Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $22 for adults and $19 for students and seniors available at visitors centre or reserve by phone 250-276-2170. Feb. 8 to 10 — Penticton Chamber Theatre presents Not Now Darling at the Okanagan Falls Elementary School Feb. 8 and 10th - 8 p.m., Feb. 9 - 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 and available at Dragon’s Den or Dogtown Café in Ok Falls. Until Feb. 9 — South Okanagan Similkameen Federation of Canadian Artists present New Beginnings, an exhibition of fine art at the Osoyoos Art Gallery. Feb. 12 — The Harlem Globetrotters return to the South Okanagan Events Centre for the You Write The Rules World Tour. Feb. 13 — Summerland Secondary School’s musical theatre program presents the musical Hairspray! Feb. 13 to 16 at 7 p.m. Feb. 20 to 23 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $13 and on sale at the Summerland Secondary School office. Feb. 14 — Pillow Talk, a Valentine’s Day Erotic Art fundraising event at the Penticton Art Gallery. Music, dancing, complimentary glass of wine and erotic chocolates, finger food served by the Wild Scallion Restaurant, door prizes and more. Tickets are $50 at the art gallery. Event is at 7 p.m. For more visit www.pentictonwesternnews.com

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Osoyoos up to Oliver and halfway up the Similkameen to just past Hedley. “I am planning to do a lot of travelling over the next three weeks or so to talk to people and potential candidates,” said

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Court denies bail for accused killer Bail has been denied for the Penticton man accused of murdering his common-law wife. This was the second attempt Keith Wiens, a former RCMP officer, has made to be released from custody. He was originally released after his arrest for the murder of Lynn Kalmring in August 2011. Justice Peter Rogers determined he was not a flight risk or threat to others and was to reside in his Penticton home, where Kalmring was found dead, under a number of conditions. In January 2012, Wiens was arrested after police arrived at his house to conduct a check to ensure he was complying with his bail conditions and charged him with a single count of breach of conditions. Wiens applied for bail after being taken into custody but it was denied. After changing lawyers, Wiens applied again to have his bail reinstated, but on Wednesday at the Kelowna courthouse Justice Rogers denied his application. A publication ban applies to the reasons the justice gave. Wiens, who is also a former Penticton school bus driver, will face a jury trial on the second-degree murder charge of Kalmring beginning on May 27 in the Kelowna courthouse. He also will have to face a charge of breach of conditions in provincial court. A trial date for that charge is scheduled for July 25 at the Penticton law courts.

ther Oliver or Osoyoos, to interview potential candidates on this side of the riding. The Boundary-Similkameen riding includes communities from Christina Lake though Grand Forks and

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The B.C. Green Party has begun the process of choosing a candidate for the Boundary-Similkameen riding to run in the May provincial election. Dave Cursons, the riding organizer, said that despite shifting electoral boundaries the Greens have run candidates in the South Okanagan, Similkameen, Nicola, Lillooet, Boundary and West Kootenay since 1986. Bob Grieve, who ran in the riding in 2009, managed to gather almost 10 per cent of the vote in a divided race that saw Liberal candidate John Slater take the riding with 37 per cent of the votes. “We see there is a definite sentiment in the direction of the Greens,” said Cursons. Some predict, he said, that the Green Party will do better both provincially and federally fol-

lowing the election of Elizabeth May, the federal Green Party leader, in Saanich-Gulf Islands in 2011. “They know we are at least persistent,” said Cursons. Boundary-Similkameen has seen some turnover on the political front in the last few weeks, with NDP candidate Marji Basso dropping out of the race and the B.C. Liberal party refusing to endorse MLA John Slater’s nomination, replacing him with Oliver Coun. Linda Larson as their 2013 candidate. Cursons said his announcement is not in response to the turmoil, though he hopes it will encourage voters to consider the Green Party as an alternative. What has happened here, he said, is indicative of a wider problem with the major parties. “There is a confusion of morale,” he said. “This is not just hap-

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RCMP responded responded to to the the following following property property crime crime reports reports within RCMP within the the city city of of Penticton Penticton in in December December2012: 2012: 99 commercial B&Es 13 vehicle vehicle thefts ––to On December 6th, RCMP received received a complaint complaint RCMP responded the following property crime reports within the city of Penticton in December 2012: commercial B&Es 13 thefts On December 6th, RCMP a RCMP responded to the following property crime reports within the city of Penticton in December 2012:

from aa patron patron of the Community Community Center, Center, who who reported reported that that their 9 commercial B&Es from their 13 vehicle theftsof– the On December 6th, RCMP received a complaint 9 commercialB&Es B&Es 13 vehicle thefts On December 6th, RCMP received alocker complaint 20 vehicle keys had –been been stolen from from their changeroom and 20 residential residential B&Es –– RCMP RCMP responded responded to to aa higher-than-average higher-than-average vehicle keys had stolen their changeroom and from a patron of the Community Center, who reported locker that their from athen patron oftothe Community Center, who reportedlot. that their number of residential B&Es month. 20th, were used steal their vehicle from the parking RCMP number of residential B&Es this this month. On OnaDecember December 20th,RCMP RCMP 20 residential B&Es – RCMP responded to higher-than-average were then stealstolen their from vehicle from the parkinglocker lot. RCMP vehicle keysused had to been their changeroom and 20 residential B&Es –male RCMP responded to a higher-than-average arrested 38-year-old resident of Penticton in of vehicle keys had been stolen female from their changeroom locker the and later arrested arrested a 25-year-old suspect and recovered recovered arrestedofaaresidential 38-year-oldB&Es malethis resident ofOn Penticton in possession possession number month. December 20th, RCMPof later female from suspect and the were then used ato 25-year-old steal their vehicle the parking lot. RCMP number stolen of residential B&Es RCMP property from one of this thesemonth. B&Es. On TheDecember suspect, 20th, a known were then used to steal vehicle from the lot. RCMP vehicle undamaged. The their female is currently out parking in the community propertya stolen from male one of these of B&Es. The suspect, a known arrested 38-year-old resident Penticton in possession of vehicle undamaged. The female is currently in recovered the community later arrested a 25-year-old female suspectout and the arrested a 38-year-old male residentinofcustody Penticton in possession prolific property offender, is currently facing charges of of later arrested 25-year-old suspect and recovered the property awaiting court,a and is facingfemale charges of theft over $5000 and prolific property offender, is currently in custody facing charges stolen from one of these B&Es. The suspect, a knownof awaiting court, and is female facing ischarges of out theft overcommunity $5000 and vehicle undamaged. The currently in the B&E and possession of stolen one ofproperty. these B&Es. The suspect, a known property stolen from possession of stolen The property. vehicle undamaged. female is currently out in the community prolific B&E and possession of stolen property. property offender, is currently in custody facing charges of possession of stolen property. awaiting court, and is facing charges of theft over $5000 and prolific property offender, is currently in custody facing charges of awaiting court, and is facing charges of theft over $5000 and B&E and possession of stolen property. possession of stolen property. 3 B&E robberies – Early on of December 6th RCMP responded to a report 32 thefts from vehicles – On December 14th, RCMP responded to a and possession stolen property. possession of stolen property. 3 robberies – Early on December 6th RCMP responded to a report 32 thefts from vehicles – On December 14th, RCMP responded to a of an armed robbery at Subway restaurant on Martin St. The store report of a male breaking into vehicles on Wade Ave. When one of an armed robbery Subway restaurant Martin St. store 3of robberies – Early on at December 6th RCMP on responded to The a report report a male breaking vehicles14th, on Wade Ave. When one of 32 theftsoffrom vehicles – Oninto December RCMP responded to a employee reported that aDecember female wearing a Halloween mask thethefts vehicle owners confronted him, he allegedly threw a wrenchtoata 3 robberies – Early on 6th RCMP responded to a had report 32 from vehicles – On December 14th, RCMP responded a female wearing a Halloween mask had ofemployee an armedreported robbery that at Subway restaurant on Martin St. The store the vehicle owners confronted him, heon allegedly threw a wrench report of a male breaking into vehicles Wade Ave. When one ofat entered the store, displayed a large knife and demanded money her. Members attended and located a 22-year-old male hiding of an armed robbery at Subway restaurant on Martin St. The store report of aowners maleattended breaking intohim, vehicles Wade Ave. male oneatof entered the store, that displayed a large knifea and demanded money employee reported a female wearing Halloween mask had her.vehicle Members and located aon22-year-old hiding the confronted he allegedly threw aWhen wrench from the cash drawer. She departed on foot with the cash. Later nearby. The male, who is known to police as a prolific offender, employee reported that a departed female wearing awith Halloween mask had the vehicle owners confronted him, he allegedly threw a wrench at from the cash drawer. She on foot the cash. Later entered the store, displayed a large knife and demanded money nearby. The male, who is known to police as a prolific offender, her. Members attended and located a 22-year-old male hiding that day RCMP responded to aareport of a disturbance, where a was Members arrested and is currently being held in custody facing several large and the demanded money entered the drawer. store, displayed her. attended and being located a in 22-year-old male hiding from that day cash RCMP responded to a report of a with disturbance, where a the She departed on knife foot cash. Later was arrested and is currently held custody facing several nearby. The male, who is known to police as a prolific offender, 46-year-old woman was arrested in connection with the robbery at charges including theft under $5000, possession of break-in from cash drawer. She ona foot withthe therobbery cash. Later to police as a prolific offender, nearby. The male, who known 46-year-old woman was arrested in connection with that daythe RCMP responded to departed a report of disturbance, where aat charges including theftis under of break-in was arrested and is currently being$5000, held inpossession custody facing several Subway. instruments, assault and breach of probation. that day woman RCMP responded to in a connection report of a with disturbance, where was arrested and istheft currently being heldpossession in custody facing several 46-year-old Subway. was arrested the robbery at a instruments, assault and breach of probation. charges including under $5000, of break-in you have any information about incidents or any other crime please contact Penticton 46-year-old woman was arrested in connection with the robbery at charges including theft under $5000,these possession of break-in Subway. instruments, assault and breach ofabout probation. IfIf you have any information these incidents or any other crime please contact Penticton instruments, assault and breach of probation. or Crime Stoppers atSubway. RCMP at 250-492-4300 1-800-222-8477.

If you have any information about these incidents any other crime please contact Penticton RCMP at 250-492-4300 or Crime or Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. If you have anyRCMP information about theseor incidents or any other crime please contact Penticton at 250-492-4300 Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. RCMP at 250-492-4300 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

DISCLAIMER: This document is the property of the Penticton South Okanagan Similkameen RCMP. Statistics are based on police reports derived directly from DISCLAIMER: PRIME-BC This document the property of the preliminary, Penticton South Okanagan Similkameen RCMP. Statistics are based onCanadian police reports and isshould be considered as they do not represent official statistics submitted to the Centrederived for directly from PRIME-BC and be considered preliminary, as they do not represent official statistics submitted todoon the Canadian Centre for DISCLAIMER: This document isshould the property of the Penticton South Okanagan Similkameen RCMP. Statistics are based police reports derived directly from Justice Statistics as per UCR II scoring guidelines. Maps and statistics are based on founded occurrences only, and not reflect incidents which were DISCLAIMER: This document is II thescoring property of the Penticton South Similkameen RCMP. Statistics based on reflect policeCentre reportsfor derived directly from Justice Statistics as perand UCR guidelines. Maps and statistics on founded occurrences only,are and do incidents which were PRIME-BC should be considered preliminary, as theyOkanagan doare notbased represent official statistics submitted to thenot Canadian determined, upon police attendance, to be unfounded or unsubstantiated. Maps and statistics reflect only the most serious offence on each file. PRIME-BC and should be considered preliminary, as theyare dobased not represent statistics submitted the Canadian Centre for file. determined, police to may be unfounded unsubstantiated. Maps andofficial statistics reflect only the most serious offence onwhich each Justice Statistics asupon per UCR IIattendance, scoring guidelines. Maps andor statistics oncrimes founded occurrences only, and dotonot reflect incidents were Maps not display all reported property for the given time period. based onand founded only, not reflect incidents Justice Statisticsupon as per UCRattendance, II scoring guidelines. and statistics Maps may not Maps displayor all reported are property crimes for theoccurrences given time period. determined, police to be unfounded unsubstantiated. Maps statistics reflect only the and mostdo serious offence on eachwhich file. were determined, upon police attendance, benot unfounded unsubstantiated. only the most serious offence on each file. Maps to may display allorreported property Maps crimesand for statistics the givenreflect time period. Maps may not display all reported property crimes for the given time period.

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Sports Editor: Emanuel Sequeira • Phone: 492-3636 ext. 224 E-mail: sports@pentictonwesternnews.com

Vees, Warriors receive fines and suspensions from BCHL Western News Staff

Punishment has been given out by the BCHL to the Penticton Vees and West Kelowna Warriors for their melee at the end of the Jan. 26 game in Penticton. Following an announcement by the BCHL, the Vees released a statement saying that Mike Rebry will serve a five-game suspension (three for leaving the bench and two for fighting), while Cody DePourcq and Brayden Park received one game each, which will be determined by the team before the regular season ends. Rebry is eligible to return to the Vees lineup on Feb. 17 when they host the Cowichan Valley Capitals. The league also fined the Vees and Warriors an undisclosed amount. “The Vees organization will not appeal the ruling and supports the BCHL’s decision,” said the club in a release. “Per

league policy, the Vees will no longer comment on the incident.” Prior to the suspensions being announced, Vees coach-GM Fred Harbinson decided not to comment on any possible suspensions. Matt Berry of the Warriors received one game for leaving the bench to join the fight and one for provoking the altercation. Brennan Clark received a one-game suspension for leaving the bench. Braxton Bilous received eight games in total (three games for a gross misconduct, three for leaving the dressing room area to join the incident and two games for provoking the fight.) Shawn Hochhausen received seven games in total (three for leaving the bench, two for fighting and two for provoking the incident.) The West Kelowna Warriors blog, The General’s Report by Jon Zacks, posted the following. “It should be noted that

this is considered a very severe incident and such behaviour is not tolerated in the BCHL,” said BCHL executive director Trevor Alto. Speaking on behalf of Alto, Bren Mutis, director of communications for the league, said Alto used the archived feed of the pay per view broadcast to review the incident. From that he was able to identify which players had come off the bench to join the altercation. The Junior A Supplement, which provides discipline guidelines to Western Canadian leagues through Hockey Canada, states, “players shall be deemed to have left the bench should they enter the ice surface after a whistle and get involved in an altercation before or immediately after the drop of the puck to start the new play and at the conclusion of any game when players have left the bench. sports@pentictonwesternnews.com

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OKANAGAN DUSTUP — Above, Nick Landry of the Penticton Lakers prevents Chase Astorino of the Kelowna Chiefs from landing a punch during their Kootenay International Junior Hockey League game Wednesday in the OHS Training Centre in Penticton. Below, Sebastian Barrette begins to pull a move to get past Chiefs defenceman Colton Dachwitz during a 4-0 Chiefs win. The Lakers final two home games are Feb. 6 against the Osoyoos Coyotes and the Princeton Posse on Feb. 12.

Penticton’s Andi Naude qualified for the six-woman super finals for the first time in her career during the 2013 Freestyle Ski Grand Prix presented by Volvo at Canada Olympic Park in Calgary on Jan. 26. As reported by the Canadian Freestyle Ski Association, the 17-yearold fell on her final run and finished sixth overall, but was thrilled nonetheless. “It’s unfortunate I fell pretty hard but that’s OK,” said Naude. “It was so fun and such a good experience, I’m so happy right now.” During the X Games in Aspen, Col. on Jan. 25, Penticton’s Matt Margetts had a rough crash in super pipe training and took six stitches in his chin, making it out of the infirmary and back to the top of the

pipe in time for the elimination round. Margetts made some small errors and ﬁnished in 11th place. Canadian Freestyle Halfpipe Team Coach Marc McDonell told the CFSA he was impressed with Margetts’ grit. “He’s one tough kid,” said McDonell. “Actually, we’re stoked about Matt and are hearing from the judges that they really like his run.”

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Express pull out of Vernon victorious A 38-38 tie with South Kamloops Secondary School Titans helped the KVR Express clinch a Grade 8 girls basketball tournament. Hosted by Clarence Fulton Secondary School Maroons in Vernon last weekend, the game ended in a tie because it went into double overtime. The tournament director made the decision to call it a tie with games behind schedule. “It’s a bit funny. Ties are rare in basketball,” said Express coach René Aubin. “This is our second this year.” Their first one came against the Fulton Grade 9 team earlier this season. Aubin, in an email, described the game with the Titans as good for them against a feisty team. “We were down nine points in the fourth quarter and during a time-out I challenged the girls to go get the game,” he said. The Express responded as Cali Anderson made a three-point shot, followed by a steal

by Annick Cole, who fed the ball to Kyra Wallace for another key shot to get KVR within striking distance. “That was the turning point of the game,” said Aubin. “The momentum really shifted after that sequence.” On Saturday, KVR beat Fulton 42-29 and in their third game the Express handled the Vernon Secondary School Panthers, winning 54-22. Heidi Robertson and Olivia Tom played good defence to control the post play. The earlier tie helped the Express win the tournament based on a format that determined the champion on point differential. KVR won by a plus-five difference over SKSS. Aubin said that Lyndzie Caron was a dominant player averaging 17 points, 11 rebounds, and six steals per game. “Lyndzie is athletic and big,” said Aubin. “On top of that she has a high basketball IQ. Teams have a hard time figuring out how to defend her since she can play inside or outside depending on the matchup.”

Anderson led the offence and distributed the ball well. She averaged seven assists and eight points per game. Cole stood out on defence with 21 steals over the weekend, while Tom and Robertson contributed with seven rebounds each per game. Wallace, Tianna Apps and Tom were recognized with player of the game prizes. Caron, Cole and Tom received team recognitions. “What I am most pleased about from this weekend was our consistency on defence,” said Aubin. “This was the best defence that we have played as a team. Our focus was to play the entire defensive time in our proper stances and in proper positions. The girls bought into the philosophy and we are formidable when we play with that much commitment on defence and overall desire to win.” The Express are hosting their annual Hooperbowl tournament today and Saturday. The Hooperbowl features nine boys and eight girls teams from around the Okanagan and the Fraser Valley. The games are being played at KVR, Skaha Lake Middle School, and Pen High.

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The South Okanagan Youth Soccer Association no longer exists. It has been re-born as the Pinnacles Football Club “The name change I think is good for the branding,” said Manuel Borba, a board member at large for Pinnacles FC. “It’s not forgetting any of the history that goes back to the Penticton Soccer Club. We want to make sure that

the people involved with the name the last 50 years, that it’s not going away from that. Pinnacles FC is the name of the teams in the club.” That decision was made during its annual general meeting in December. The other change made by the minor soccer group is a shift in its board members. Pat Buchanan, formerly of the Penticton BMX Club, joins the fold along with Steve Grant, athletic director for the Pen High Lakers, and Brad Erb. Tony Patrocinio remains as

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chair, vice-chair is Carlos Mendonca, treasurer is Derrick Webb, while members at large are Paolo Araujo, Borba, Tony Travao and Sean Bacon. Executive director Ezra Cremers said that each member also receives one vote and that board members are on for twoyear terms. “We didn’t want to see a full board change,” said Cremers. On the field, Pinnacles FC is determined to develop quality players and that will continue

under Cremers, who was given a five-year extension as head coach. “I think the job that Ezra has done the last year for us has made us realize that we want a long-term commitment from him,” said Borba. “Our kids are really excited that they will be growing up with Ezra for a big part of their soccer development. These next five years are going to help build our program to what we all envisioned it was going to be.” Find full story at www. pentictonwesternnews.com.

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Stair lifts, platform stair lifts, vertical platform lifts. Shoprider Scooters & Power chairs, new & used. Kel: 250-7647757, Vernon 250-542-3745. Toll Free 1-888-542-3745 www.okmobilty.ca

Cleaning Services

Painting & Decorating

Ofce Support BOOKKEEPER / CSR. Busy Wine label printer required F/T, 9-5. Contact jparker@oklp.ca

Trades, Technical LOUISIANA-PACIFIC Canada Ltd. requires an experienced Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) for our EWP Operation in Golden B.C. Email resume to: Audra.Stanton@LPCorp.com or fax to 250-344-8859. SHORE MECHANIC – F/T Heavy Duty Mechanic Certificate or equivalent w/5 yrs exp. www.westcoast tug.ca/shore-mechanic

Services

Counselling

Proudly sponsored by the Southern Interior Construction Association.

Services

North Okanagan Sawmill is looking to hire general laborers. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-838-9637.

Program in Penticton call:

250-486-7330

Services

Counselling available for police and military personnel and those with chronic illness or disabilities. Reasonable rates www.globalcounsellor.com or text message 250-488-5084

Help Wanted Boundary Electric, a top 50 business in the Kootenays based in Grand Forks, BC, is looking for a

PROJECT MANAGER

Boundary Electric specializes in the design and supply of electrical equipment from transformers, switchgears, custom portable power centers, motors and motor control. Additionally, Boundary Electric boasts a full-time construction and service department, retail sales and motor/pump repair. Boundary Electric has a strong commitment to quality achieved through its ISO 9001:2008 quality management system.

Scope of Position • Working with the principals, sales and production teams. The Project Manager will be specifying and designing electrical equipment based on client’s needs. • Work with vendors to source equipment to meet client’s needs. • Work with customers to assist in design and supply of product. • Manage and coordinate projects assigned. Skills and Training • Technical certiﬁcation as either a Journeyman Electrician, Associated Science Technologist (ASCT-Electrical), or Electrical Engineer. • Ability to work and adapt in a fast paced environment. • Experience with the installation and/or design of industrial electrical equipment. • Take direction and work well in a team environment while being a creative and solution based thinker. Wage is based on experience and includes beneﬁts and Pension Plan. Willing to train the ideal candidate. Please send resumes to reception@boundaryelectric.com NO PHONE CALLS

Okanagan Manufacturer looking for a

Process Engineering Technician THE ROLE Our ideal candidate is a Mechanical or Process Technician/Technologist with experience within a manufacturing environment, strong analytical, presentation and leadership skills. What sets you apart is your ability to manage multiple projects, communicate, troubleshoot and deliver the tools and support needed to produce a quality product. THE INDIVIDUAL You have demonstrated a passion for process improvements and are keen to grow your career. We want an engineer or technologist who is proactive in their own career development and has the ability to align their career ambition with the direction of a fast growing company. Ultimately, if you are innovative, passionate and are eager to learn, you have the character, motivation and capabilities we need. Duties & Responsibilities: • Identify cost savings opportunities in manufacturing and assembly processes. Develop projects to address these opportunities and carry out from start to finish in collaboration with Operations and Product Development groups. • Provide guidance and support in collaboration with Operations, Product Development, and frontline workers to implement change, improve reliability and quality and reduce operating costs • Jig and Fixture design • Develops process specifications • Prepares specifications and operating instructions for production flow. • Develops process flow diagrams to define proper sequence and standard operating procedures. • New equipment evaluation, troubleshooting and sourcing. Preferred Experience: • Mechanical/Process Engineering degree or 4th year Co-op Engineering student or Technologist diploma. • Able to work independently. • Strong analytical and problem solving/troubleshooting skills • Strong organizational skills with the ability to work in a flexible team environment. • Excellent interpersonal skills (written and oral), proactive, organized, self motivated. • Good technical writing skills. • Willingness to learn. • Strong computer skills (MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, Excel –Solidworks a definite asset)

Forward resumes to ehgreatjobs11@gmail.com

ELDER Services - Cleaning, Shopping, Errands - Licensed $20./hr. 250-490-4839

Garden & Lawn Valley Wide Lawn & Yard Care, Free consultation for upcoming lawn & yard care season. Fully experienced “Xeriscape,” Dry Valley Garden Renovator, 250-493-4731

Home Improvements Are you looking to do RENOVATIONS? No job too big, or small, 25 years exp. with solid references. Update your home with peace of mind, call Ted Lund, 250-490-7991

BEST in quality and reasonable in price. Nick 250486-2359 WWW.PAINTSPECIAL.COM

(1) 250-899-3163

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls. Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint. NO PAYMENT, until job is completed!

Furniture UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP

Rubbish Removal PENTICTON Junk Removal! Anything goes! Household waste, furniture and appliances to the dump 250-770-0827

NO HST

PENGUIN MFG. HOT TUB COVERS. 250-493-5706

painting, tiling, ooring, kitchen/bath reno’s, carpentry nishing,

Len (250)486-8800 www.belcan.ca lenmass@gmail.com

Meadowvale Construction Reno’s, additions, new construction, bathrooms, tile, roofing & more, over 35 yrs experience, call Mark (250)809-8425 Rob Hurren Carpentry, renovations big and small, kitchen and bath remodeling, doors trim work, finishing and more, professional design available, call Rob 250-809-7131

Landscaping Okanagan Pest Control Ltd., fully experienced landscape pruner, fruit trees, evergreen hedges, ornamental trees. Picture portfolio & ref. list of satisfied clients avail. Now booking 2013 Basic fruit tree maintenance Spray Programs, Phone Gerald at 250-493-5161

FREE BROKEN PALLETS!! Pick-up at the Penticton Western News. 2250 Camrose St.

2 Coats Any Colour

Swimming Pools/ Hot Tubs

over 15 years in business licensed, insured, WCB

Firewood for sale, seasoned, split & stacked, fir & pine mix, $200 full cord, Penticton & area, Mark (250)462-4401

3 Rooms For $299,

BELCAN

Painting & Reno’s

Firewood/Fuel

Pets & Livestock

PENTICTON BARGAIN STORE Open Tue-Fri, 10am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Closed Sun & Mon WE BUY & SELL ESTATES! DOWNSIZING OR MOVING? GIVE US CALL! MANY ONE OF A KIND & UNIQUE ITEMS!

256 Westminster Ave. W. Ph: 778-476-5919

Discover

www.pentictonbargainstore.com

Feed & Hay Hay for sale, barn stored, 1st crop, $4.00 bale, 70 lb bales. 250-546-3371 250-309-5910.

Livestock 40 Black Angus Bred cows & 18 1st calf bred Heifers, 2 Bulls. 1-250-546-9766 evenings, Days 1-780-518-0901 Premium Wood Shavings New supplier of Animal bedding, starting at $250 for 54 cubic yards delivered, (250)770-0214

the most unique consignment furniture store in the valley!

Rosane’s UNIQUE BOUTIQUE 1521 Main Street Penticton We also have many one-of-a-kind redesigns Check it out before it’s gone

778-476-5848

Shavings

www.rosanesuniqueboutique.ca

Friendly service from Summerland since 1972 Les Porter 250-490-1132

Pets

Western Star Auctions, the Okanagan’s Premier Auction Houses 161 Ellis Street, weekly auctions every Tuesday @ 6pm Always accepting consignments. 250-492-3203

WOLF Hybrid Cubs. Reserve now. Sun Valley Wolf Kennels Kelowna (250)-765-4996

Garage Sales

www.sunvalleywolfkennels.com

Auctions

Independently owned and operated by the Raffan Family since 1963.

MACHINE SHOP SALE

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2 • 10:00AM

CORNER OF HWY 97 & OCEALA RD IN WINFIELD (directly across from Tim Hortons) Name on building Steel Industries. Miller Welder, welders, threading machine, 2 ton overhead crane, shop tables, Komatsu Forklift, power metal hacksaw, metal tool boxes, pallet jacks, pallet racks, metal bender, large punch, Assorted pallets of metal, new 45 gal drums of oil, lunchroom equipment.

See our website for listing and pictures www.valleyauction.ca For more information phone 250.546.9420

INDOOR Garage Sale Sun Feb 3 9:00am-1:00pm 6243140 Wilson St Pen. Furniture, clothing, toys, misc items. No early birds. Pls park in visitor parking only.

Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53 in stock. SPECIAL 44’ x 40’ Container Shop w/steel trusses $13,800! Sets up in one day! Also Damaged 40’ $1950 Call Toll Free Also JD 544 & 644 wheel loaders JD 892D LC Excavator Ph. 1-866-528-7108 Free Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc. All insurance in place to work on your property. 250-260-0217

Financial Services

CALL 250.492.0866

A consumer proposal may be your best option. Yvonne Sutton, Trustee 445 Ellis Street, Penticton 320-1620 Dickson Avenue, Kelowna* *Resident Ofﬁce Trustees in Bankruptcy & Proposal Administrators

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? WANTED: Vintage paintings, postcards, fishing rods, reels, tackle, old knives, Native baskets, old guns, saddles & gun rigs, military medals, pocket watches, etc. Silver & gold coins. Honest & Confidential! Cash Paid! 250-308-7342, 250-260-8069

Musical Instruments Guitars, amplifiers, drums, keyboards, band & string instruments, music books & access., music lessons, sales & rentals, Skaha Sound, 51 Nanaimo Ave. E, 250-492-4710

Sporting Goods Quality Firearms Buy & Sell. Weber & Markin Gunsmiths The Best Little Gunshop Around 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tue-Sat 10-6 facebook.com/WeberMarkin SKS’s & SKS Ammo in Stock Norinco Tax-In Specials: M14 308 cal c/w 520 rd ammo $833. AR-15 223 cal c/w 1600 rd ammo $1299. 1911-A1-GC 45 cal c/w 1000 rd ammo $811. Upgraded Grizzly 870 shotguns from $425. Quality Firearms Bought & Sold at The Best Little Gun Shop Around Weber & Markin Gunsmiths, 4-1691 Powick, Kel. 250-762-7575, Tues-Sat, 10-6.

Stereo / DVD / TV new HD PVR box, 500 GIGS, new $389, sell for $175obo, (250)490-4150

Real Estate Apt/Condos for Sale 2bdrm, newly reno’d, adult oriented, $750, N/S, N/P, call Dennis 250-488-5678 or 778515-1616

For Sale By Owner 2acres in Carmi overlooking the River. 2bdrm, 2baths, 1200sqft. $389,900 OBO. Call 1-250-484-5625,250-215-4825 ******* OKHomeseller.com View Okanagan properties for sale by owner. Selling? No Commission. 250-545-2383, 1-877-291-7576

Mobile Homes & Parks ✰

Mr. Mobile Home Certified Factory Outlet. Featuring SIERRAS family community, or single and multi-section homes for your property. 250-769-6614 www.accenthomes.ca

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent TOWNHOUSE 296 & 298 Maple St. 3 or 4 bdrm - 2½ bath 1750 Atkinson St. Deluxe 2 bdrm, 2 bath, apt in adult bldg, 19+. Heated undrgrd prkg, 5 appl. Lrg deck, A/C, gas fireplace

FREE CONFIDENTIAL CONSULTATION

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Misc. for Sale

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250-490-1700 250-486-3791 250-317-8844 1 & 2bdrm 1353 Pent. Ave., updated, close to school & transit, $650-$750, Dennis at Realty Exec., 250-493-4372 1 & 2 bdrm & bach. apt.’s avail. immed., $550-$725, central Penticton, no pets, water incl., (250)493-4903

2bdrm., 2 bath, 6 appl., insuite laundry, avail. now, U/G parking, N/S, N/P, $1000/mo. (250)328-9443

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Rentals

Transportation

Auto Financing

Apt/Condo for Rent

Duplex / 4 Plex

Motels,Hotels

BROCKTON COURT

101-394 Vancouver Ave., Penticton, 4 bdrm duplex, 3 1/2 bath, ac, no appl., ns, np, avail. Feb. 1, (250)493-8531

Motel monthly rentals in Penticton & Oliver, Avail. until June 2013, LARGE 1bdrm suites & bachelor suites, Fully furnished, utilities/cable incl., quiet location, near Mall & bus route. Call Valley Star Motel 250-492-7205. Ext. 0 or Maple Leaf Motel Inn Towne, 250498-3497

241 Scott Avenue

2BDRM 1bath 1/2 duplex, f/s/w/d, DT location, $800+util. 250-492-5100, 250-490-5354

1 Bedroom from $750 2 Bedroom from $850

2bdrm suite, adult oriented, $1000/mo, util. incl., avail. immed., (250)492-2637

Cable Included, 40+ Building, No Smoking, No Pets, Secure Building, Parking, Balcony

2bdrm West Kelowna Unit, Avail Feb. 1. Reno’d, 5 appls, incl’s new w/d & parking, NS, NP. $900 +utils, 250-767-6330 MOTEL room and RV pad to rent $480 up. Penticton and Summerland. 250-487-0268

250-488-2881 1 & 2 bdrm, newly reno’d suites. Secured access, util incl, near hospital, bus route and close to all amenities, n/p, n/s 250-938-3626 1 & 2 Bedroom - available now. Newly renovated, clean, ready for moving in. Some units pet friendly. Close to all amenities - on bus route. Call Chris 250-809-0015 2bdrm, 2ba condo w/secure ug parking, ns, np. $1000/mo. +util., Seeking good, long term people., Avail. March 1, 250490-8512. 2bdrm condo, freshly painted, new laminate floors, A/C, close to hosp., on bus route., N/S, N/P, $900/mo. incl. util., children welcome, avail. immed., (250)276-0757 Lrg. 2bdrm $850, & newly reno’d 1bdrm, $750, avail. now. 40+ building (250)-487-1136 NEWLY RENO’D 2 bdrm apt., Insuite W/D, parking, A/C, storage, located off Government & Penticton. NP/NS. Avail immediately. 250-4863539 or 1-888-669-9844. Tiffany Gardens, 1Bdrm loft, no pets, $750/mo. (250)4920413 or 250-462-5854

SUMMERLAND, near town, 2bdrm, 1bath, ns, np, $800+ util., (250)494-9331

Homes for Rent 10109 Lenzi St., Summerland, 3bdrm, f/s. Also 1bdrm., 1ba. +kitchen suite (250)494-9078 3 brm upstairs over 1200 sqf, fenced yard, share utilities. Pet ok. On Hansen street. $999 long term, 250-487-0268 4bdrm house on Valley View Rd in Penticton, nice view and privacy. Avail. Immed. 250490-6754 or 250-492-4658 764 Chase Ave., Pent., 5bdrm, 2 kitchen, 2.5ba, full basement $1600, Vijay (250)490-1530 Avail. now, 3bdrm house, fully reno’d, fenced yard, close to Event Center, beach, ns, pet ok, $1200, 250-460-1478, 250-460-0113 cute, 3bdrm house, 1400 sqft, near OK beach, n/s, $1200/mo., (250)487-8748 FEB - MAY 15/13 3 bdrm Furnished Lakeview home, single garage + extra pkg. N.S./N.P. $1000/mth + utils. Pics @paradiseonskaha.webs.com 604 941-5010

Commercial/ Industrial 485 Warren Ave E, 2345 sq.ft., high profile corner building, shop, new lighting, new offices, 3 phase power, 10x10 overhead door, shop w/ 1 tonne center pole jib crane, etc. Pent. (250)490-9016, dana@trucktransformer.com PRIME Commercial Spaces: 2300sqft. in busy Plaza, ample parking, also 770sqft., in OK Market for food-related retail business, Barb 250-492-6319

Apt/Condo for Rent

Newer 3bdrm Exec, 2.5ba, very large, f/s/dw/w/d/m, a/c, garage, White Ave. near Government, $1400, call Dennis at Realty Execs., 250-493-4372

Penticton, avail. March 1, 6bdrm, 2ba, fenced backyard, close to Columbia school, ns, pets on approval, ref’s, $1600/mo., (250)328-8542 after 4pm Save 40-50% of your rent Own your own home! With as low as $0 down. Call today 250-809-5004 Charlie Brooks

Royal LePage Locations West

Apt/Condo for Rent

RENTALS

(250) 770-1948 Property Management 101-3547 SKAHA LAKE RD. Kaleden: 4 bdrm house w/ garage. F/S, Lakeshore Towers: 4th floor facing W/D, D/W, cent air/Heat, fire place, lrg east. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, f/s, w/d, d/w, cent ac & heat. Sec. pkg, deck, yard, pets ok. $1375.00 + util. Dwntwn: 1 bdrms/bach: f/S, A/C, storage, pool, hot tub, sauna and deck, and ltd prkg, util and cable incl. more. Gas and water incl. $1300.00 + elec. Avail Now $600.00 & $650.00. avail now

REALTY EXECUTIVES VANTAGE APARTMENTS: $650

Near beach & park, renovated bathroom, 1 bdrm condo. Avail. NOW (A381) $800 By OK Beach, large 2 bdrm apt, new flooring, paint, & kitchen cabinets, f, s, extra storage. Avail. NOW (A334) $1400 2 bdrm + den exec. Condo at 100 Lakeshore, 6 appl, sec’d parking many amenities. Avail. NOW (A352)

HOUSES: $900

Near OK Beach & downtown, cute 2 bdrm rancher, fenced yard, f, s, w, d. Avail. NOW (H559) $950 Quebec St., lower 3 bdrm duplex, new kitchen cabinets & some new flooring, f, s, w, d. Avail. NOW (H721-1) $950 By Safeway & downtown, 2 bdrm upstairs of home, shared laundry, laminate floors. Avail. NOW (H673-1) $1000 Reno’d 3 bdrm, 1.5 bathroom, large suite in 4 plex, extra storage, fp, f,s, d/w, central air. Avail. March 1 (H691-1) $1300 Fairway Village, 55+, freshly painted, 2 bdrm & den, 2 bath, rancher w/double garage. Looking onto golf course. Avail. NOW. Lease required. (H755) $1750 St. Andrews, private, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appl, incl unlimted golf, 1 year lease. Avail. March 1 (OT570)

FURNISHED HOUSES/CONDOS $1250 OK Falls, furnished, 3 bdrm condo by Skaha Lake. Flexible w/terms. (A448) Prospective tenants must complete an application form at:

280 MAIN STREET, PENTICTON, B.C. V2A 5B2 PHONE: 250-493-4372 - www.rentalspenticton.com Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Transportation

Legal

Adult

Snowmobiles

Legal Notices

Escorts

2 Skidoo’s, 700 (200) & 800 (2004), fully-loaded, low kms, $7500 (pair), 250-494-4409

Notice of Lien sale under the Warehouse Lien Act is given to the following person that the goods stored at D&J Automotive and Storage, 1620 Maple St., Ok Falls, will be disposed of and/or sold by bids beginning Feb. 9/13 at 10 am at above address: Rick Cameron, units S4, S9 (household goods), RV55 (boat & trailer), amount owing, $1021.56

2004 Ford Freestar, 108,000kms, gently driven, $7500obo, (250)495-7608

Escorts

1-800-961-7022

Legal

Erotic Swedish Massage, two for one, Venus 23, Tiffany 47. 778-363-1074.

BEACH BUNNIES Be Spoiled At Kelowna’s Only 5 Star Men’s Spa #32-2789 Hwy 97 Blue Heights www.beachbunnies.ca 250-448-8854 MALE 4 Male Erotic Massage $95, waxing, intimate grooming & skin care. Winfield, 9-9 Daily 250-766-2048 SOOO SEXY SANDY The Original K-Town Girl. 38D, 29, 34. Let’s Play! 878-1514 Vernon’s Best! Upscale new loc. Lily 24, Danielle 27, Jina 47, Barbie 23, Ginger 25. For your safety & comfort, in/out calls 250-307-8174. Hiring!

Suites, Lower

Cars - Domestic

Legal Notices

1250sqft executive suite, lakeview, private patio, w/d/f/s/dw, internet/cable, 2bdrm, large open kitchen, $1100, avail. March 1, (250)492-2915 1bdrm daylight basement, close to Wiltse Elem. Sch., N/S, N/P, prefer mature responsible person, ref’s req., $700 incl. util., (250)493-5630 2bdrm basement suite, close to Skaha school, ns, np, quiet people, $800/mo. (incl.util.), (250)493-8961 Furn. 1bdrm, daylight basement suite, Pent., sep. entr. in new home, for Senior, Prof., single or cpl., ns, np, avail. Feb. 1, $800/mo., all util., w/d, wifi incl., Ph: (250)492-3979 HIGHLAND motel suites avail now, no pets. 1140 Burnaby Ave 250-809-1253, 250-4882206

1991 Honda Accord, 4dr, good tires, roof rack, 1 owner, runs well, reliable car to run errands $1500, (250)493-6150

Trucks & Vans 1993 Chev 1/2 ton, no rust, no dings, matching canopy, 4 cyl, no compression, $400, (250)490-4150

Shared Accommodation Room for rent in my home, $450-500, includes everything. (250)492-2543

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

Transportation

Auto Accessories/Parts Used Tires, Huge Selection of used tires and wheels in stock. We might have what you need. Prices vary according to size and quality. Starting at $25.00. Call us or drop in to Larsens Excel 555 Okanagan Ave East 250-492-5630 Penticton

Senior Assisted Living

KALEDEN PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION

2009 Ford Focus LOW mileage 30,000 kms, blue, leather interior, super clean, new summer and winter tires, $13,400, 250-497-5812

Cars - Sports & Imports Restoration Project ??, 1974 Mercedes 280S, 4 spd std, 4 dr sedan, excellent condition, $3456 or trade, (250)406-0426

Scrap Car Removal

Interested residents may submit their name and brief resume to Mark Woods, Community Services Manager at mwoods@rdos.bc.ca or through the contact information below. Resumes should be received no later than March 4, 2013, 4:00 p.m. We encourage all applicants to attend the Kaleden Parks & Recreation Annual General Meeting.

1AA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Up to $100 cash for full size vehicles. 250-899-0460 1AA ARMOUR TOWING Will meet or beat all competi-

tors pricing, (250)-801-4199

Annual General Meeting

Scrap car removal, will pay up to $120.We are licensed & insured, more weight, more money,250-328-8697, Pent.

Kaleden Parks & Recreation Commission Annual General Meeting March 12, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Kaleden Community Hall 320 Lakehill Road, Kaleden, BC

Senior Assisted Living

has a private en-suite room available immediately for a senior requiring long term 24 hour care in a licensed 9 bed family focused environment. Call 250-404-0203 or visit our website www.prairievalleylodge.com

REGIONAL DISTRICT RI OKANAGAN-SIMILKAMEEN

101 Martin Street Penticton, British Columbia

telephone 250.492.0237 toll free 1.877.610.3737

www.rdos.bc.ca / info@rdos.bc.ca

OKANAGAN FALLS PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION

Legal Notices

Recreation Commission Members The Regional District is accepting applications to fill two vacant positions to the Okanagan Falls Parks & Recreation Commission. The Commission advises on matters that pertain to Okanagan Falls Parks, trails and Community Centre. To be eligible members must reside in the Okanagan Falls Parks & Recreation Service Area. The Electoral Area Director will review all applications and recommend appointments to the Regional District Board. Okanagan Falls Parks & Recreation Commission Establishment Bylaw 2253, 2004 is available on the Regional District website or by contacting the Community Services Department.

NOTICE: SEIZURE AND SALE OF A VEHICLE UNDER THE RESIDENTIAL TENANCY ACT. Intent to sell the vehicle as follows: 2001 Chrysler Intrepid 4 Door VIN# 2C3HH46R01H582224 Tenant: Herbert George Hepburn Rental Debt: $3,000.00 Sale Begins: Sat., March 9, 2013 at noon in Penticton, B.C. Address of Landlord: #315, 241 Scott Avenue, Penticton, B.C. Address of Residential Property: #205, 241 Scott Avenue, Penticton, B.C.

Notice to Creditors and Others Re: The estate of Florence Elizabeth Niddery, deceased, formerly of 1260 Ash Street, Okanagan Falls, BC Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Florence Elizabeth Niddery are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor, Beverly Elizabeth CurrieMcLean at 5129 Veteran’s Way, Box 565, Okanagan Falls, BC on or before March 15, 2012 after which date the Executor, Beverly Elizabeth Currie-McLean will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.

Recreation Commission Members The Regional District is accepting applications to fill five vacant positions to the Kaleden Parks & Recreation Commission. The Commission advises on matters that pertain to Kaleden parks, trails and Community Hall. To be eligible members must reside in the Kaleden Parks & Recreation Service Area. The Electoral Area Director will review all applications and recommend appointments to the Regional District Board. Kaleden Parks & Recreation Commission Establishment Bylaw 1555, 1997 is available on the Regional District website or by contacting the Community Services Department.

PRAIRIE VALLEY LODGE,

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Okanagan Falls Parks & Recreation Commission March Meeting March 14, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Okanagan Falls, Community Centre 1141 Cedar St. Okanagan Falls, B.C. REGIONAL DISTRICT RI OKANAGAN-SIMILKAMEEN

101 Martin Street Penticton, British Columbia

telephone 250.492.0237 toll free 1.877.610.3737

www.rdos.bc.ca / info@rdos.bc.ca

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February 1 SeniorS SingleS lunch Club welcomes 65-plus each Friday. For location call 250-496-5980 or 250770-8622. care cloSet thrift Store at 574 Main St. has weekly specials and silent auctions. Open Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers always welcome. al-anon meetS at the Oasis United Church at 2964 Skaha Lake Rd. from 6 to 7 p.m. For info call 250-490-9272. alcoholicS anonymouS Big book, 12x12 thumper group meets at 7:30 p.m. at 102 1825 Main St. Naramata group meets at 8 p.m. at 3740 3rd St. In Summerland, the step study meeting is at 7:30 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. Nooners meetings are Monday to Friday at noon at 361 Wade Ave. royal canadian legion branch 40 has daily lunches from Monday to Thursday, with fish and chips on Friday at 4:30 p.m. Entertainment by Johnny Rock. anavetS has karaoke with Phil, enter for a chance to win $25 ANAvet

dollars. There is also a potluck supper. elkS cluB on Ellis Street has drop-in darts/pool starts at 6:30 p.m. Poker is at 7 p.m. Summerland PleaSure PainterS meet every Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Harold Simpson Youth Centre at 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. funtimerS Ballroom dance Club holds a dance most Fridays upstairs at the Elks Club at 343 Ellis St. at 7:30 p.m. There is ballroom and Latin dancing. Non-members welcome. Details at www. pentictonfuntimers.org or call Brian at 250-4927036. B ereavement t he reSource Centre at 626 Martin St., are hosting weekly drop-in grief support sessions: Tuesdays at 3 p.m. and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. For more information call 250- 4901107. Penticton author dr. alex WilliS has published his second book, The Power of Thought: Your Key to Health, Happiness and Prosperity. Dr. Willis will be hosting a book signing at Coles at the Cherry Lane Shopping Centre from noon to 4 p.m.

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“New Beginnings” - a Wedding Planning supplement on February 13th. We want your Wedding or Engagement photos to be included in this special feature. Readers can submit a photo of the happy couple along with information on where and when the ceremony took place or will take place, the couple’s hometown, as well as any other pertinent details. The Western News will run the announcement free of charge. Limited to space available. Announcements should be sent to the Penticton Western News by February 4th, 5pm. Penticton Western News, Att. Editor, 2250 Camrose Street, Penticton, B.C. V2A 8R1 or by e-mail to <editor@pentictonwesternnews.com>.

Saturday February 2

royal canadian legion branch 40 has crib at 10 a.m., a meat draw at 2 p.m. and sing along with Yvonne at 4 p.m. Penticton SeniorS DropIn Centre has partner cribbage every first and third Saturday of the month. alcoholicS anonymouS has its 12 bells group at noon at the Oasis United Church at 2964 Skaha Lake Rd. The Saturday night group meets at 8 p.m. at 150 Orchard Ave., and in Summerland, the Grapevine meeting is at 8 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. anavetS has fun pool at noon, supper by Stu until 7 p.m. elkS cluB on Ellis Street has crib at 10 a.m., meat draw at 4:30 p.m., followed by dinner and entertainment by Non-Stop Productions.

Sunday

February 3 a l c o h o l i c S anonymouS meetS in OK Falls at 10:30 a.m. at 5328 Hawthorne St., then in Penticton at 11

a.m. for the women’s group at the Lawn Bowling Club at 260 Brunswick St. Also the Sunday 123 group meets at 8 p.m. in the Education Room in the basement of the Penticton Hospital. The closed men’s group meets at 11 a.m. at the Eagles hall at 1197 Main St., side door, upstairs. Sunday evening dance at the Penticton Seniors Drop-In Centre returns with DJ Gerald Rugider for $3 at 7 p.m. anavetS has a meat draw at 2 p.m. and Super Bowl party at 3:30 p.m. l akelandS c hurch holds Sunday services on the second floor of the Penticton Community Centre from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Come and share the love and grace of Jesus Christ. Everyone is welcome. For more info email info@lakelandschurch.com. elkS cluB on Ellis Street has dog races, M&M meat draw and pool/darts at 2:30 p.m. P enticton r adio control Club is hosting an indoor race at 375 Warren Ave. East with registration at 9 a.m., racing at 9:45 a.m. Spectators are welcome.

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calendar Fitness Friends Meets at 10 a.m. in the Legion Hall at 502 Martin St. Come, get in shape. Everyone is welcome. PentiCton seniors DropIn Centre has improver line dance at 9 a.m., Scrabble at 10 a.m, easy to intermediate line dance and duplicate bridge at 1 p.m. Call 250-493-2111 to confirm line dance activities. PentiCton aCadeMy oF Music women’s choir rehearses at the Leir House under the direction of Joanne Forsyth from 7 to 8:30 p.m. New members welcome. For information

Monday February 4

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Mental Wellness Centre has Brown Bag family support group from noon to 1 p.m. weekly and individual support for family members from 2 to 4 p.m. weekly. alCoholiCs anonyMous nux group meets at 7:30 p.m. in the Heritage Centre at Green Mountain Road and Penticton I.R. Road. Summerland 12 and 12 group at 8 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. in the United Church basement.

please call 250-493-7977. elks Club on Ellis Street has pub league darts at 7:30 p.m. anavets has dart and pool leagues at 7 p.m. royal Canadian legion branch 40 has bridge at 1 p.m., ladies auxiliary meeting at 2 p.m. wing night at 4 p.m. and darts at 7 p.m.

Tuesday February 5

anavets has ladies Drop-In pool at 7 p.m. s outh o kanagan toastMasters meet

every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the community services Building at 6129 Kootenay St. Oliver. Become a more confident speaker. Call Corinne at 250-689-0676 for details. PentiCton Whole Foods Market has a free seminar with Dr. Tamara Browne on heart health, a natural approach from 7 to 8:30 p.m. toPs b.C. 4454 has weekly meetings from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at 445 Ellis St. Use back lane entrance. Meetings are downstairs. Phone Susan at 250-4965931 or Sally at 250-492-

First baPtist ChurCh in the Ark at 1498 Government St. has free drop-off program for elementary aged kids from 2:45 to 5 p.m. A safe place to play games (computers, Wii, PS3, Lego, pool, air hockey), make crafts, gym time, snacks. Everyone is welcome. alCoholiCs anonyMous young person’s group at 7:30 p.m. at 150 Orchard Ave. in the Outreach Centre. Call/text Guy at 250-460-2466 or Niki at 250-460-0798. As well, the beginners’ meet-

6556. al-anon for friends and family of alcoholics meets at 10:30 a.m. at 2800 South Main St. and 6:45 p.m. at 157 Wade Ave. at St. Andrew’s Presbytarian Call 250490-9272 for information. 890 Wing oF South Okanagan Air Force Association gets together for a gab and coffee every Tuesday at 9 a.m. at 126 Dakota Ave. okanagan Caledonian PiPe band practises from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Legion hall on Martin Street. All are welcome.

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Kokanee numbers decline Steve Kidd Western News Staff

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Free cliNic — Dr. ron Blanchard gives a patient a shot of novocaine prior to extracting a tooth, part of a free dental clinic he was taking part in last Friday. This is the second time Blanchard has participated in the free dental clinics, which have been ongoing in Penticton since 2011 and have assisted many low-income people get better dental care. Applications for the clinics are handled through the Salvation Army.

The number of kokanee spawning in Wood Lake, one of the Okanagan’s most popular fishing spots, was down this year, as was the Okanagan Lake stock, but for different reasons. According to provincial fisheries biologist Paul Askey, the number of kokanee spawning in Wood Lake were only a tenth of the number counted two years ago. “This year was really bad, just a couple of thousand fish by our index counts. As an example, two years ago there were 20,000,” said Askey. In the larger but less nutrient rich Okanagan Lake, the numbers were even more dramatic. “We saw a pretty big drop in shore spawners, there was only 78,000 shore spawners and there was just shy of 20,000 stream spawners, which is also a low number, but we have been in that low range now for the last three years,” Askey said. “Last year was a 30-year high, there was 278,000 fish, so it’s a big drop. But you don’t have to go very far back to find another low year, 2004 there was 46,000.” Askey suggests a fish kill that occurred over the 2012 summer

may be partly to blame, as well as this year’s spawning population having to compete for food with the much larger 2011 run. “They are all competing for the same food in the lake, so that could definitely be part of it,” said Askey. Okanagan Lake, he continued struggles a bit with nutrient content, while the high nutrient content that makes Wood Lake so productive may have contributed to a smaller run this season. He said large amounts of decomposing algae in 2011 used up a lot of the oxygen in the lake, leaving all but the top eight metres or so oxygen starved. Temperatures at the top layer hover at 20 C and higher, too warm for the kokanee that were now being squeezed into it. “That’s pretty stressful for kokanee, so we saw the spawn numbers go down,” he said, noting that it affected the 2011 run, older fish getting ready to spawn, than it did the 2012 run. “It looks like they took a hit, though not as big as this year’s, which were smaller fish at that time,” said Askey. “So that went down a lot and we expect it to stay that way for the next couple of years and then bounce back in 2015 as long as the water quality stays OK.” In Okanagan Lake, Askey

would like to see numbers come up, especially among the stream spawners. “Even though it was the shore spawners that went down, it is the stream spawners that are a concern. They have been consistently low since the collapse in the late ‘90s, where the stocks were on the brink,” said Askey. “They came back, but shore spawners came back a lot stronger. There are fewer streams and they are very heavily impacted, like Penticton Creek. Some still hang on because there are the spawning beds that the fly fishers maintain. But that would be great to improve that stream.” The biggest stream run on Okanagan Lake this season, Askey said, was at the Mission Creek spawning channel. “There was 6,600 fish there, in that small channel,” he said. “All the other streams were 1,000 or below, although Penticton Creek stood out as one of the winners this year at 1,700. That’s probably directly related to the fly fishers going in and changing the gravel regularly and cleaning.” That shows, Askey said, that more rehabilitation of the streams feeding Okanagan Lake could increase the proportion of stream-spawning kokanee, strengthening the fishery in the lake.

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