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Kenny McLean to be inducted into hall of fame The late Kenny McLean will be inducted into the Pro-Rodeo Hall of Fame in Colorado Springs, Colorado on July 13 of this year. Lisa Carleton lisa@similkameenspotlight.com

Kenny McLean is considered by many to be the greatest Canadian Cowboy of all time. He was born and raised in Okanagan Falls and lived in Princeton for approximately 10 years. While in Princeton McLean lived at the Princeton Exhibition Grounds. (The large arena/ barn on grounds named in his honour) He loved Paint Horses and raised them here. Local cowboy, Bob Lind spoke fondly about his good friend Kenny McLean. “He had a tremendous amount of natural talent,” said Lind. The two cowboys travelled the rodeo circuit together. Lind noted that if anyone was having trouble, McLean had a specific way of offering assistance. “He would never tell you what to do,” said Lind, he would just simply say, you might try it this way...—he was always right and it stuck with me.” Kenny McLean made a huge impact on the world of rodeo in Canada and the U.S. He was named RCA (now called PRCA) Rookie of the Year in 1961 and in 1962 captured the Saddle Bronc Riding World Championship title. He qualified for the National Finals Rodeo nine times, winning the average title three times. “He very rarely ever got bucked off,” said Lind, ‘he was nice to watch.” Over the course of his career, McLean held

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Easter bounty

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Left to right: Lily Pratico, Ashley and Amy Cantelo enjoyed Easter at their grandparents home in Princeton. The great sunny weather on Sunday made the day perfect for hunting Easter eggs.

Charges laid in triple shooting case Lisa Carleton lisa@similkameenspotlight.com

During the evening of March 30, police and ambulance services were called out to a residence in East Princeton. At approximately 9:45 p.m., Saturday evening eyewitnesses watched as one police car and ambulance appeared in the area, shortly thereafter followed by two police trucks and then by another ambulance at about 10:10 p.m. Two residents, Rosemary (Rose) Fox 32, and Robert Keith Wharton, 44, were found deceased. One other individual was injured. The injured male (name not released) was taken to Princeton Hospital and then transferred to another hospital for advanced care for life threatening gun shot wounds. He is

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reported to be in stable condition. Princeton RCMP, RCMP Southeast District with support from SED ERT worked throughout the night , carrying on into Sunday. On Sunday morning, March 31 residents were awakened by the sounds of officers calling out on a megaphone in the areas of Tulameen Ave., Angela Ave., and Pine Street. Numerous police vehicles and officers were seen in the area. Later in the early afternoon, many vehicles and officers were spotted out on Highway 5 A. A 49 year old male was arrested in Princeton at 12:30 p.m., Sunday afternoon. The suspect (name not released) will make his first appearance in court on Tuesday, April 2 in Penticton.

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COMMUNITY CaleNdar Arts GARDEN CLUB: Meets second Tuesday of every month, 1 PM, Seniors Branch 30. Call Doreen @ 250-295-1577 ARTS COUNCIL: Meets the third Wednesday of the month. 4:30 p.m. @ the Riverside Centre. Enquiries contact Dell @ 250-295-3266 New Members Welcome! BUNCHGRASS QUILTERS Meet 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at the Riverside Centre from 10 - 3 p.m.. Everyone Welcome! Contact Sharon 250295-4194 or Rosemary 250-295-6511 PRINCETON POTTERS GUILD, RIVERSIDE POTTERY STUDIO: Access to the potter’s wheel or hardwork, workshop opportunities, group projects. Call Sue for more info or to join. 250295-0527 PRINCETON TRADITIONAL MUSIC SOCIETY: The Princeton Traditional Music Society puts on the Traditional Music Festival each year in August, featuring traditional music from many places. The three-day festival is free and run entirely by volunteers. The 100+ musicians and dancers also offer their talents for free. If you would like to help out with the festival, please contact Jon or Rika @ 250-295-6010 Community: FREE MAN & FREE wOMAN: Declare Sovereigns Princeton Public Library. Thursday April 4 @ 6:30 pm. Pre-register @ Nearly New on Vermilion Ave. ADULT & YOUTH BADMINTON: Grades 4 -12 Monday nights 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. @ P.S.S... Gym. INTERESTED IN CHRISTIAN MEDITATION? For people who want to learn to pray with great simplicity, for people who would be willing to get to know Jesus who loves each of us immensely, for people who are at a dead end, for people who want to get to know themselves, for people who want to make a new beginning! We can go to God together and it’s free! Call me: Fr. Harry Clarke at 250295-3541. Let us get a group going to the advantage of all. PRINCETON LIBRARY: Tuesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. & 6 p.m.. - 8 p.m. Wednesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Fridays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. PRINCETON MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES: New members are encouraged to join us for an exciting new year. wELCOME wAGON! Are you a new to Princeton? If so, we have information regarding local, civic, community services and facilities. We also have gifts for you from local merchants and businesses. Call 1-866856-8442 HOSPITAL AUXILIARY: Meets second Monday of every month, 1:00 p.m. Hospital Board Room. For info., Call Doreen @ 250-295-1577 PRINCETON AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY SKILLS CENTRE SOCIETY: Meetings are held quarterly on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. HEDLEY LIBRARY HOURS: A reminder that the Library is open every Thurs. from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and is located at the OAPO Hall on Scott Ave. HEDLEY OAPO: 3rd Monday of every month regular general meetings - Everyone welcome to come. SENIORS BRANCH #30 POT LUCK SUPPER: Last Friday of every month, 5:30 p.m. Seniors Centre. Members can invite a guest. MEMBERS ONLY POOL TOURNAMENT: Last Tuesday of every month at the Senior’s Centre. 10:00 am wHIST & CRIB: (Seniors Branch #30) First Saturday of each month at 1 PM. Coffee & refreshments included. Everyone welcome. VERMILION FORKS PRINCETON O.A.P.O. BRANCH #185: Regular meetings second Friday of every month at 2 p.m.. Pot luck supper every third Friday at 5:00 p.m. SEARCH AND RESCUE TRAINING SESSIONS: Meetings will be held on the first and third Tuesday of every month. Call Arnie Powell at 250-295-6759 for more information. LITTLE FOLKS NURSERY SCHOOL: Meetings are every third Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at LFNS. 250-295-3083

ELKS AND ROYAL PURPLE COUNTRY STORE: Friday’s 11 - 6 and Saturday’s 10 - 3. Table rentals available. For info. Contact Doris Driver at 250-295-3518. Lunch available. PRINCETON LEGION BRANCH #56: Reminds all veterans that the D.V.A. Now makes home visits. For more info. Phone 250-295-6060 JA SCHOOL & COMMUNITY GARDEN: New members invited to volunteer as “garden angels”attend committee meetings and garden their own plots. Phone Sandra 250-295-3779, Sharon 250-295-4080 or JAE School 250295-6727

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION: General meeting held on the third Sunday of each month at 1:00 PM.

HEDLEY MUSEUM: General Meeting, meets the 2nd Monday of each month. 6 p.m. @ The Hedley Museum THE PRINCETON RIFLE AND REVOLVER CLUB: INDOOR SHOOTING RANGE Juniors & Seniors meet at 7p.m. every Wednesday at the Family Centre (behind the legion). Phone 250-295-6150.

CINDY PAROLIN SAFE HOMES PROGRAM: Princeton and area, crisis intervention, emotional support, information, legal strategies and safe shelter in cases of abuse against women in relationships. Call the 24 hour women’s crisis line at 250-295-8211 for confidential services.

VERMILION FORKS FIELD NATURALISTS: Group meets second Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m. at the Riverside Centre. Public welcome.

MONDAY NIGHT BRIDGE: @ Riverside Centre 7 - 9:30. Knowledge of bridge necessary. Call Gail @ 250295-0171 Health PRINCETON COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CHAC): Meets third Tuesday of every month at 7 PM at Town Hall. PRINCETON HEALTH ACTION COMMITTEE: Regular public meetings first Wednesday of every month at 7 PM at the BPO Elks Lodge. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP FOR wOMEN: If interested in attending, please call: Barb 250-295-4050 or Del 250-295-3266 TOPS: (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) chapter meets at Riverside Wellness Centre every Thursday. Weigh-in-Time 8:30 AM Meeting 9:00–10:00 AM. For more information please contact Lynda 250295-3658 or Myrna 250-295-7272 Visit www.tops.org COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS: Group helps bereaved parents. Will meet as needed. Call Shirley Haker at 250295-3607. sehaker@persona.ca CRISIS LINE: You can call us 24 hours a day, everyday, and your call is confidential and anonymous. The crisis line is 250-493-6622. Or call collect from locations within the South Okanagan Similkameen: (250)493-6622. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Meet Friday In Tulameen at 7:30 p.m. at Library call 250-295-7005 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Tuesdays @ 7:30 p.m. Arbor House. Thursdays @ 7:30 p.m. Baptist Church. Old Hedley road. Contacts: Fred 250295-7272 or Marena 250-295-7663 NEw LADIES AL-ANON MEETING: Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? Mondays; noon - 1 p.m. @ Riverside Wellness Centre. Contact Central Referral @1-604-688-1716 NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: Meet’s every Wednesday & Sunday at the Info Centre in Chamber Basement 7:30 P.M. Phone 1-877-234-5809 Club Notes: FREEMASONRY: FOR MEN OF GOOD CHARACTER: Freemasonry has been active in B.C. for over 130 years. It is a fraternity open to men of all races and religions. If you are of good character and want more information, please contact: The Secretary Similkameen Lodge #95 A.F.. & A.M. C/O Box 174 Princeton, BC V0X 1w0 PRINCETON LIONS CLUB: Regular dinner meetings the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month @ The Chamber of Commerce at 6:30 p.m. ROYAL PURPLE: Meetings first and third Tuesdays 7:30 PM, Princeton. ELKS: Meetings every second and fourth Sunday, 2 PM. ELKS AND ROYAL PURPLE: Joint meeting and pot luck supper every third Saturday at 5:30 PM. PRINCETON PERFORMING ARTS: Meet first Tuesday of each month @ 7 p.m. in Riverside Theatre. Contact Derek @ 250-295-3037

Kenny McLean captures the 1962 World Bronc Riding Championship. He is shown here riding “War Paint,” in the Ellensburg Rodeo. This photo can be viewed at the Spotlight Office.

SIMILKAMEEN VALLEY ATV CLUB: meet 3rd Saturday of each month at 3:00 p.m. (March - August) in the Chamber Boardroom. Contact: 250-292-8348 svr.atvclub@live.ca

HIGHER GROUND - 12 STEP MINISTRIES: An outreach of Living Water Foursquare Church 7-9 p.m. . Please contact Living Water Foursquare Church or further details at 250-295-7733

BACKDOOR COFFEE HOUSE: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Friday every month 7:00 p.m. Entertainment for every age. 4th Friday Karaoke & Jam (bring your disc) Plus Jam & Practice night, every Wednesday Night 7:00 p.m. Everyone welcome. Come & join in the music, or just come to enjoy the music. 38 Kenley @ The Backdoor. Great Music - Great Company.

Kenny McLean 1939-2002

PRINCETON LADIES AUXILIARY LEGION BRANCH 56: Meet 2nd Tuesday of the month @ Legion Hall at 7:00 p.m.

OTTER VALLEY FISH & GAME: Meeting’s 3rd Thursday of each month at noon in the Club House. VERMILION TRAILS SOCIETY: Meets at the Chamber Basement every 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. For more info: Contact kvrrider@ gmail.com New Members welcome! PXA MEETING: Held on the third Tuesday of each month. 7 p.m. at the PXA grounds. New Members welcome! PRINCETON FISH & GAME: General meetings 2nd Monday of the month. 7:00 p.m. Wellness Centre. For memberships contact Joy Klassen @ 250-295-3134 PRINCETON RACING DAYS ASSOCIATION: Meets at the Sunflowers Downs Race Track. Third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. New Members welcome! PRINCETON & DISTRICT FALL FAIR ASSOCIATION: Meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month at the Fair Grounds. 6:30 p.m. New Members welcome! PRINCETON ROTARY CLUB: Meets every Tuesday @ 12 p.m. Heartland Restaurant (dining room). For more info. Call Judy @ 250-295-0217. New members welcome! COPPERHILL LANES: YBC Bowling Saturday 10 AM. Club 55. Men’s, Ladies and Mixed bowling leagues. Call 250-295-6500 for more information. SPECIAL “O” BOARD; Meets 3rd Tuesday of the month. Contact 250-295-7218 for meeting place & time. FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP: For more information, please contact Jennifer @ 250-295-7438 LAPADARY PRINCETON’S ROCK & FOSSIL CLUB: Meetings held third Tuesday of the month. 7:00 p.m. Riverside Centre. Call Franz Hofer @ 250-295-3896 for more info. New members welcome!

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MCLEAN - from page 1 the Canadian Saddle Bronc Champion title five times, the U.S. National Champion Bronc Rider title three times, the Canadian All-Round Rodeo Championship title four times as well as winning numerous awards and titles for calf roping and steer wrestling events. It is estimated that McLean won 36 prize saddles, 15 watches, 100 plus trophies, and numerous prize buckles, belts and spurs. McLean is an inductee to the Canadian Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame, the Canadian and British Columbia Sports Hall of Fame, the Indian Rodeo Hall of Fame and is a Member of the Order of Canada. Although McLean stopped riding Saddle Bronc in the 70s, he remained close to the rodeo establishing a reputation as trainer and breeder of top quality horses. He also went onto compete in the Senior Rodeo Associations. On July 13, 2002 while competing at the annual Taber, AB Senior Pro Rodeo, McLean suffered a major heart attack and died while on horseback. Hundreds of his friends, family and fans attended his memorial service held in Okanagan Falls. A bronze sculpture of Kenny McLean was erected in Centennial Park to honour the memory of a much loved Canadian and American hero.

“Two charges of second degree murder and a charge of attempted murder have been laid against a 49-yearold Princeton man in connection to triple shooting that occurred Saturday night on March 30 in Princeton,” said Cpl. Dan Moskaluk. It has been confirmed that all the parties involved were known to each other and are residents of Princeton.

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PRINCETON COMMUNITY BAND: Meets Mondays and Thursdays 6 p.m. in the PSS Band Room. New musicians welcome! YOUTH & ADULT CHOIR: If you would like to join, come to the Baptist Church at practice times. Youth Christmas Musical, Monday’s 3:45 - 4:15. Adults Christmas Musical, Once upon a Holy Night. Sunday’s 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Youth GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA: Contact: Carol Mack 250-295-7085 PRINCETON MINOR HOCKEY: Lori Gullison 250-295-3977 SIMILKAMEEN (JKA) SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB: 250-295-3909 or 250-295-7374 PRINCETON POSSE JR. HOCKEY CLUB: 250-295-6544 PRINCETON FIGURE SKATING CLUB: Lynette Boyd: 250-295-7113 KOKANEE SUMMER SwIM CLUB: Lindsay: 250-295-0759 PRINCETON FAMILY SERVICES SOCIETY : FAMILY PLACE 120 Kenley Ave. open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 11:00- 2:00. (pre-natal) 11:00 -12:00 Mom’s help prepare and enjoy lunch together.

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Life giving masks for pets

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Rob Smylie just recently donated 02 Fur Life® kits to the Princeton Fire Department, Princeton Extrication Society and to Princeton Ground Search and Rescue. These kits from WAG’N Pet Safety Gear offer pets in distress a better chance at survival.

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Rob Smylie loves animals. He believes that pets should have the same opportunities for life saving care as humans do. After hearing a report about oxygen masks for pets, he thought to himself, “I’m going to do this—I’m going to get some of these masks.” Smylie went to work to find out as much as he could about the product. Google search, speaking with Audrey at Everything Pets and working with Bob Turley, a retired firefighter from Shawnigan Lake got Smylie the results he was looking for. He made the decision to purchase pet oxygen mask kits from Wag’N O2 Fur Life® and then donated

one each to the Princeton Fire Department, Princeton Extrication Society (Highway Rescue) and to Princeton Ground Search and Rescue. Smylie wants to outfit the rescue/fire teams in Hedley, Osprey, Eastgate, Tulameen and Hayes Creek areas, as well as the Princeton Exhibition Grounds. (PXA) Smylie has received a couple of offers of financial assistance that he is thankful for. “If you want to help, I’ll pick up the ball and run with you,” he said. If you would like to help Rob Smylie achieve his goal of outfitting our area crews, please give him a call at 250-295-3132 after 6 p.m. To learn more about these life saving kits please visit www.wagn4u.com

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                   

                                                                       

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                                     

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    

                      

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A4 www.similkameenspotlight.com Wednesday, April 3, 2013 Similkameen Spotlight

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Gossip: stop it and move on Lisa Carleton lisa@similkameenspotlight.com

Boy, our little area sure has had its fair share of negative and disheartening news as of late. Being in the headlines can be a wonderful experience, except for when it is for the reasons like we have been. Murder, robberies, fire, death and so on. Personally, I much prefer when we are noted for our achievements like; our Rebels Girls team bringing home the bronze medal, our GamesTown win, the opening of Copper Mountain Mine, etc. What is even more disheartening than ending up in the ‘negative news lines’ is the negativity breeding within our own community. Gossip. It is horrible, relentless and extremely damaging. The Oxford Dictionary of Current English defines gossip as “ unconstrained talk or writing especially about persons or social incidents” and as “idle talk.” Now I understand that “idle talk” has much to do with social interaction between people, but when it comes to dealing with or having discussion regarding murder, death, or anything negative that happens, is it really necessary to put in your ‘two cents worth’ when you don’t have a flipping clue what you are talking about? That is gossip. When you say things that you have no idea of whether they are fact or fiction, or believe because ‘so and so said so’— and then you pass it along...Gossip. Negative news is hard enough for people to deal with. Added stress, damage and heartache due to gossip is ridiculously unnecessary. People really need to stop and think before opening their mouths... Remember—when it comes to the person or persons you are yapping about... Do you really know what they are going through? Do you ever stop to think for a second even, that what you say could change their life forever? What you say could and most often does have detrimental effects upon their children, family and or friends. If you stop to think before you open your mouth and realize that you just don’t know the truth—close your mouth and move on.

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Greenhouse gas leaks from trust VICTORIA – The Pacific Carbon Trust orches2006 to buy it, using $25 million of federal taxpayers’ trated a months-long campaign of calls and letters money. The deal closed in 2008, the same year the to discredit a report from B.C.’s Auditor General on Pacific Carbon Trust was formed. its first two big carbon offset projects, before it could From 2008 to 2010, the trust bought 450,000 be released. tonnes of carbon offset, based on independent Just as the audit report was about to be made evaluations that all rested on the assumption that public, the trust, a Crown corporation created at taxDarkwoods would be clear-cut logged. payer expense, participated in the leaking of selected Since the forest was already owned by Canada’s critical letters to media outlets. leading conservancy, this assumption makes no Then the Speaker of the B.C. legislature, Bill sense. Was the conservancy going to log it, or flip it Tom Fletcher Barisoff, made a final, clumsy effort to delay the to someone who would, after accepting $25 million release of the report. in tax money to acquire it? Legally, it could not. As soon as it was out, Environment Minister (I would add that the assumption that logging Terry Lake tried to discredit it, by blustering about releases all of the carbon in a forest is also false. all the highly paid experts who swore up and down Lumber actually sequesters carbon for longer than that a forest reserve near Kootenay Lake, and a gas flaring reduc- trees, which eventually die and rot.) tion project near Fort Nelson, were bona fide carbon offsets worth The audit found a similar case against EnCana’s flare reduc$6 million of taxpayers’ money. tion program, which the company used on many wells before the The audit states in plain language, with charts and timelines, trust started offering money. EnCana was saving money as well as that the $6 million was basically given away for nothing. I look reducing emissions without collecting offsets. Therefore, the audit forward to further audits on this carbon offset scheme, assuming concluded, neither of these projects was a credible offset because it survives after the May election, because these two projects aren’t the emissions savings would have occurred anyway. the only boondoggles. Here’s the next Pacific Carbon Trust project that should be The Pacific Carbon Trust was set up in 2008 as part of for- audited. In a complicated transaction, the trust bought offsets mer premier Gordon Campbell’s climate change program. To from something called the Great Bear Carbon Credit Limited make the B.C. government’s operations “carbon neutral,” the Partnership. Yes, this is the world-famous forest on B.C.’s North government and all of its agencies were required to pay the trust Coast that was subject to a preservation deal hammered out $25 per tonne for their carbon dioxide emissions from fuel use. between the Coastal First Nations, the B.C. government and three In 2011 alone, B.C. universities paid $4.46 million to the trust. U.S.-backed environmental groups. B.C.’s 60 school districts paid a total of $5.36 million the same That was in 2006. The offset purchases were in 2009 and 2010, year, and the province’s six health authorities paid $5.79 million. years after detailed preservation areas were mapped and codified The money is supposed to go to projects that capture carbon, thus in law. “offsetting” the heating of schools, the fuel burned by ambulances Again, the trust paid for forest that was already preserved. and so forth. The 55,000-hectare forest reserve is known as Darkwoods. The Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black audit shows that the Nature Conservancy of Canada decided in Press and BCLocalnews.com

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Princeton Brier completes day curling league season

A great loss for Hedley Kristi Patton Western News Staff

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The Day Curling League completed their season with the Princeton Brier. This year’s winners were L-R: Joanne Gabriel, Lynn Thomas, Gerry Cooper and Shirley Campbell. Winners of the B even were L-R: Ken Jones, Patti Vinthers, Greg Palmar, Marg Johnson, Margaret Wilson. Our group plays Thursdays at 10:45 a.m. and 1 p.m. We always welcome beginners and “pros” and many of our group now stick curl. Watch for our ads in the paper next October, and join the fun.

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Family of the Hedley man whose death was deemed a homicide by RCMP are still taken aback that someone would want to kill such a giving man. On March 6 RCMP were called in to investigate the death of 55-year-old Douglas Richard Smith. “The whole thing is just absurd to me,” said Doug Cade, Smith’s uncle who he was named after. “The whole thing is why and who. It is hard to say what is going on. He befriended everyone. It didn’t matter who they were, they were welcome into his house forever it seemed. I guess that came back to bite him.” Police were called to Smith’s Richter Road residence at approximately 8 p.m. It is believed Smith was found with a gunshot wound to the head, although RCMP have not confirmed that. Smith was a former truck driver who lived on his own but had two adult children. Those who knew the man said he was very giving and offered his hospitality to many. “I can remember years ago when he was trucking he would pick up a hitchhiker and bring them home to stay with him and his family offering them some shelter and some food,” said Cade, who lives in Summerland and last saw his nephew last May during Hedley Stamp

Mill Day. Cade said Smith followed in his family’s footsteps by getting into the trucking business. One that took his father in 1966 when he was killed in a motor vehicle accident, his mother, Arleen Cade, died in 2008 in Surrey. In his immediate family, Smith is survived by siblings, his daughter Niki who lives in Penticton, son Jeremy who is also in the trucking business and five grandchildren. After living in Surrey for many years the outdoor lifestyle of fishing and camping along with Hedley being the residence of his grandfather where he spent many summers, drew him back to town. He settled back in the community in the early 80s to raise his own family. “He was a hard-working guy that was sports and outdoors minded. Fishing was his big thing. In fact, the family is going to ask for no flowers at his service and instead a donation by given to Agur Lake Camp instead,” said Cade. Jennifer Douglass was Smith’s partner for seven years and remained friends even after their break up. She said his death is a great loss to Hedley. “He would do anything for anyone. One time he gave away our last $20. I got mad at him but he said they needed it more than we did. It was a friend who needed gas money to get to the

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Coast for a family situation. He was right and that is the kind of man he was,” said Douglass. “When the gas station is closed in Hedley, we have very erratic hours here, people would come to Doug because they knew he would siphon his tank for them so they could get to Keremeos or Princeton to fill up. He was a really good person.” A memorial is being held in Hedley for Smith on April 13 at 1 p.m. at the Chuchuwayha Hall. A memorial dance is also happening that evening at the community hall.

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The Kitimat Refinery Project I first heard of this concept from David Black a number of years ago. At the time I was skeptical of its chances . My initially negative attitude was based mainly on my experience of 10 years service on the board of directors of Imperial Oil. Since I was accustomed to the discussion of petroleum economics centered in Calgary, I saw no need for a refinery in Kitimat. That attitude was based on the fact that there had not been a new refinery built in North America in many years. And any needed increase in petroleum production was achieved by expansion of existing refineries throughout North America. But after my service with Imperial Oil, I went on to serve 4 years at Canfor which led to my nine visits to China in search of lumber markets. My exposure to the phenomenal expansion of China’s economy opened my eyes to the true merit of the Kitimat refinery concept. It made me realize that it would not be just another refinery relying on the North America market but rather a refinery that would supply the vast appetite of China for petroleum products. The challenge will be to draw the attention of Asian investors who would see the value to this investment. It appears that David Black, after many years of effort, is nearing an agreement that could provide the vast capital infusion needed to make this refinery initiative a reality. The appetite for oil products for all Asia will continue to grow and the Kitimat refinery is ideally situated to take advantage . Asian countries, especially China, are very interested in securing sustainable supply of resources that will flow freely without undue trade barriers like surprises with taxes, regulations or tariffs . Canada has a good reputation as a free trade country that can be relied on as a dependable source of supply. Now is a very opportune time to attract the vast investment needed to make the Kitimat refinery go ahead. David Black, with his years of diligence, deserves

our appreciation for displaying the foresight and courage to invest his time, money and reputation to help bring along this huge initiative . The positive merits of the Kitimat refinery are so profound that this project is really beyond any political persuasion. Any and all supporters of NDP, Liberal, Conservative or even Green should see the tremendous benefits that would come to BC with this project. This initiative will involve the investment of many billions of dollars. That’s for sure. It’s hard for any of us to visualize a million let alone a billion of any thing. So lets look at the “ on the ground” facts of such an undertaking for all of us in BC. Lets start with the big picture. When it comes to the benefits of a petroleum cycle from well exploration to the gas station, the jurisdiction that hosts the refining process enjoys a huge portion of the value addition to the raw material. For the KFC Project that would mean several thousand mostly trade union jobs for the multiyear term of the construction phase. It would also mean the creation of over 3000 permanent jobs for the operation and supply support of the refinery when running. This refinery would be processing 175 million barrels per year which means the tax revenue that could go toward healthcare, education, vital services for the disabled and elderly would be immense. But job creation and tax revenue is not the only desirable feature of the KRC. It also would provide much lower risk to the marine environment. The shipments out of the refinery would be finished product like aviation fuel, gasoline and diesel These .products if ever spilt would be much less impactful on the marine environment. They would also be transported in smaller ships. I know there are those on both sides of the political aisle that address this as a political issue. And I would disagree with both.

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This is a project that can be attractive to all political stripes. Trade unions would see a significant increase in jobs and memberships. Hospitals and schools across the province would see an improvement in government funding. Business activity especially in the challenged north west BC would be very positively impacted. And those with a concern for the threat of marine spills would see a significantly reduced exposure for the environment . Based on the huge positive impact this initiative could have on BC , I think the question should not be if we want it....but rather, how can we help make sure that the petroleum world sees this as an attractive way to invest billions of shareholder capital.

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Last minute rush to return to PST Tom Fletcher Black Press

VICTORIA – The brief era of the harmonized sales tax ended in B.C. Monday, with a last-minute scramble by thousands of businesses to register as collectors of the revived provincial sales tax. About 100,000 businesses in B.C. are required to register and collect PST from customers. By the Easter weekend, about 80,000 of them had done so, said Naomi Yamamoto, B.C.’s minister of state for small business. “I think what most consumers will be doing is looking at their receipts,” Yamamoto said Sunday. “In most cases they’ll be paying the same as they did prior to April 1, unless you’re getting your hair cut, or buying a ski ticket or you’re paying your golf membership or going to a restaurant, or buying a bike.” The good news for barbers, bike shops, restaurants and other labour service providers is that they see a seven per cent tax reduction. The bad news is that they have to administer two sales taxes, the PST and the five per cent GST, which continues to apply to goods and services. There are a few anomalies, such as insulation and weatherstripping, where sales tax falls by seven per cent as historic PST exemptions resume Monday, but most retail purchases will remain subject to both GST and PST at a combined rate of 12 per cent. Yamamoto said businesses can register online by going to www.pstinbc.ca or www.gov.bc.ca/pst and selecting the registra-

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tion link. Using incorporation documents, the process should take about 15 minutes. Business owners who don’t register immediately can still correct transactions made after the deadline, because the first online remittance of PST is expected at the end of May. Premier Christy Clark marked the transition with a video, reminding business operators to register. Clark noted that the HST was a benefit to the film industry, manufacturers and other businesses that benefited from input tax credits. NDP finance critic Bruce Ralston said a statistically average family will be about $350 ahead with the removal of the HST, which was rejected in a mail-in referendum in June 2011. Ralston acknowledged that low-income people will lose the increased HST rebates that have been paid quarterly since the HST took effect in 2010. But he said that will be balanced by the reduced sales taxes they pay in restaurants and other service purchases. Tobacco taxes went up by seven per cent with the HST, and Black Press that tax will remain. Liquor taxes have also been adjusted to be Minister of State for Small Business Naomi unchanged with either tax, although restaurants will pay increased Yamamoto tax on liquor sales with the return to PST. A separate seven per cent tax on private used vehicle purchases also remains in place. It was imposed along The 2013 Minor Fastball (ages 5 - 18) season is just around the corner! with the HST to make private sellers subject to the same taxation as car Registration will be available at: dealers. Cooper’s Foods - Saturday, April 6 For more 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. information, Princeton Arena - Wednesday, April 10 please call: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Katie-Jo Sutton Post Office - Friday, April 19 250-295-0297 or Jennifer Gibson 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. 250-295-7857 Deadline to register is April 30, 2013

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It’s time to take precautions An early start to warm spring weather means many of us are getting out and enjoying the great outdoors. The warm weather also brings out ticks, small bugs that bite and feed on the blood of humans and animals and can sometimes transmit disease. Ticks are most often found in tall grass and wooded areas. Fortunately, there are precautions people can take to prevent illnesses that may be transmitted from tick bites. “Covering up before you head outdoors and checking for ticks when returning from a walk, hike, or bike ride are simple things that go a long way to prevent tick bites,” said Dr. Karin Goodison, Public Health Physician with Interior Health. “Most tick bites do not cause illness; however, any bite from a tick or other insect should be cleaned with soap and water because infection can occur whenever there is a break in the skin.” The most common tick species in the Interior Health region is the Wood Tick (Dermacentor andersoni), species which does not carry the Lyme disease bacteria. The Wood Tick can carry other diseases such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever, although it is rare. Lyme disease-carrying ticks (Ixodes pacificus) are more common in the coastal areas of B.C. Ticks also have toxins that can cause temporary muscle weakness and paralysis if they are attached for several days, especially in children or seniors, but the symptoms fade once the tick is removed from the skin. The signs of many tickborne infections can be quite similar and include fever, headache, muscle pain, and rash. “Lyme disease-carrying ticks are less common in the Interior of B.C. than on the coast; however, our residents do travel around the province, so it’s important they are aware of the signs of Lyme disease,” said Dr. Goodison. “Approximately 70-80 per cent of people newly infected with Lyme disease will develop a skin rash that looks like a “bulls eye” target and often expands from the site of the tick bite. The rash may be accompanied by fever, headache, and aches or pains in muscles and joints. Individuals who experience this rash should see a doctor as soon as possible.” One of the most important ways to reduce the risk of tick illnesses is to do a skin check on yourself, your children, and your pets after being outdoors. Other precautions include: Walking on cleared trails when in tall grass or wooded areas. Wearing a hat, long sleeves, pants, and lightcoloured clothing. Tucking pant legs into socks or boots.

New Life For Old Electronic Toys! Recycle your electronic toys Applying insect repellent containing DEET on uncovered skin. Carefully checking clothing and scalp (covered or not) when leaving an area where ticks may live. To reduce ticks from entering your home and yard, try these steps: Keep your lawn short and remove any fallen leaves and weeds. Keep a buffer area such as wood-chip or gravel border between your lawn and wooded areas or stone walls. Any play equipment or play zones should be kept away from wooded areas. Trim tree branches to allow more sunlight in your yard. Keep wood piles and bird feeders away from the house. Widen and maintain trails on your property. If you find a tick on yourself, a family member, or pet, wear gloves and gently remove it. Be careful not to crush the tick as this could cause it to inject its stomach contents into your skin. If you find a tick, check very carefully for others. Other tips to remove ticks safely include: Use needle-nose tweezers to gently grasp the tick close to the skin. Without squeezing, pull the tick straight out. After removal, clean the area with soap and water. If you have concerns or need assistance removing a tick, please contact your family doctor or visit a walk-in medical clinic. More information is available at: HealthLink BC file: http://www.healthlinkbc. ca/healthfiles/hfile01.stm BCCDC Lyme Disease information: http:// www.bccdc.ca/dis-cond/a-z/_l/LymeDisease/ default.htm

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The sound of an antique school bell opened the annual general meeting of the Princeton and District Museum and Archives on Wednesday, March 27. After the official president, treasurer and manager reports for 2012 were presented, Bob Wicks turned the meeting over to Councillor Kim Maynard to officiate the election of officers for 2013. Returning to their prior positions are; president Bob Wicks, vice president Jerome Tjerkstra, secre-

tary Marjorie Holland and treasurer Martin Hough. Directors continuing to serve for 2013 are; Kathy Clement, Lori Thomas and Evelyn McCallum. Judy Short, Terry Malanchuk and Tip Anderson join the board as directors for 2013. Robin Lowe-Irwin will continue in her position as manager of the museum. Councillor Maynard extended his appreciation to those returning and welcomed the new directors. The museum board has many plans for the future year. See next weeks Spotlight for further details.

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The grandchildren of Art and Linda Pratico had a great time hunting for their Easter bounty on Sunday, March 31. Left to right: Bailey, Amy, Ashley, John Cantelo and Lily Pratico (little one in front) along with their parents spent the Easter weekend having tons of fun and keeping their grandparents happily busy. Lisa Carleton/Spotlight

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A Sawhet, 7 Yellow Perch and 12 Chipmunks I was a biology teacher at Colville High School in Northern ing chipmunks and asked me if I wanted to have some for our Washington State from 1961-1966. During that time I had some class show and tell period which we had Mondays. We called it a interesting experiences in my classroom. First let me describe “What’s it” time. True to his word, Grover brought in some, 12 as the weirdest. My biology class was a hands on type where I a matter a fact! Its good thing the cage was big! They were a lively encouraged study of local flora and fauna. One student brought bunch of “munks” it was great fun watching them play. Peanuts, a Sawhet owl to school. How he caught it I can’t remember. It bread crusts, and some sandwiches contributed from student was about 5 inches tall with the brightest, unblinking yellow eyes lunches kept them fed. you ever saw. All that day the little owl sat in my terrarium and One antic of the “munks” was to work as a team of 2 or 3 spinstudents oohed and awed over how cute it was. We fed it some ning the exercise wheel clockwise. That wheel would be humming hamburger, but with not much success as I’m sure it was upset by as it was rotating so quickly. As this was going on one persistent all the activity around it. little chipmunk would jump on top of the wheel and try to change The next day, I arrived early to school, probably had papers to the direction, that is make it go counter clockwise. Three against get ready to hand back. Anyway, when I entered the one was no contest and it would go flying off the room I got busy feeding livestock before correcting wheel, bounce off the cage, pick itself up and try papers. The owl was missing. I couldn’t imagine it again. Eventually getting tired of being thrown it getting out, but it was gone. Moments later I found would retire to the nest box. Whether it was the same it sitting on the map of North America along the “munk” or not, the next day another performance front blackboard! After a spirited chase, it’s almost would take place. unbelievable, how fast and nimble in flight that owl The chipmunks became favourites of my stuwas. Finally I caught it with a lucky mid-air swipe dents, I liked them even if they were a bit of a disof my butterfly net. The owl went home with the traction! One day they all escaped, I believe a student student at 3:30 p.m. that day. may have helped them. By putting food into the cage As you who know me know, I like to fish and I was able to recapture most of them. But a couple JOHN SANDNESS also any sport related to fishing. Colville High was eluded me, and not long after the other ten “munks” equipped with a beautiful 600 gallon aquarium. were set free. These would often be seen as I came Which could be seen from the hallway as well as in early to school. They would dash for cover in the my biology classroom. It formed the wall in-fact boxed in radiator behind the wall, when I opened the between the hall and room. classroom door. I caught some Yellow Perch and stocked the aquarium with Some of my advanced biology 12 students had lined up seven of them. They made a great exhibit swimming about in that their insect collections on the side of the table one day in June. large tank. The Perch kept us busy feeding them worms, insects, The escaped chipmunks came out of hiding that night and ate etc. the insects, choosing only certain ones like grasshoppers and One day we found out how perch lay their eggs when spawning. crickets! It was amazing, in twelve collections only those would The aerator pipe and tubing, were the site of the egg laying. The be devoured! Butterflies and moths weren’t bothered! Enough female Perch swam around and around the pipes and a string of was enough, and I put my knowledge of trapping to work. Live jelly coated eggs were wrapped around trapping of course, or I would have never lived it down in that them. The male Perch deposited their school, and having preached conservation of animals also! All the milt (sperm) on the eggs. Needless to ingenious traps to catch and rid the school of these two “munks” say this performance halted any atten- failed. Finally, after a couple of months they disappeared. Maybe tion the class may have had for their a janitor caught them, if so no one told me. teacher and we all watched them for However, a student did tell me why I could never catch them. the class period! Students in my class were leaving food under the radiator each Pat Rice my biology teacher’s assis- day. They had become their pets and were being kept stuffed with tant made me a giant gerbil cage goodies by the kids. These are just a few of the memories I have equipped with a wheel and nesting from my biology teaching days. Maybe sometime I could write box, it was approximately 3 feet x another story or two including the first day of class one year, when 3 feet x 4 feet. Grover Heddricks, handing out books one of the girls found a frog pressed and dried a young outdoors-man, was catch- in her biology book. But that will have to wait for another time.

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The unstoppable genius of Grace Truesdell Crimson Tine Players is gearing up for images that are needed to convey the another play and the theatre space at mood of each play. She creates a “bigger than life” feel that immediately Riverside Centre is often lit up with draws audiences in, allowing them to the activities of the director, actors, set become part of the story. builder and set painter. Ironically, when a set is well painted, Now, I have tried my hand at set painting a couple of times and I have to say it doesn’t stand out but rather it makes that this is not a job for the non-driven. the rest of the play sparkle. Fortunately, for these last few years, When I spoke to Rhianfa Riel, the MERRILYN HUYCKE our plays have been blessed with a director of this next play, Black quietly driven person by the name of Comedy, this is what she had to say. Grace Truesdell. “She works super hard and is a stickler Grace is a genius. After consulting with for detail. She won’t stop ‘til she is the director and the set builder she sets satisfied. We are very grateful for her up her ladder, paints and brushes and gets to work talent and work. Wouldn’t be the same without her! during the hours when no one is around the stage And she never complains when she has to paint over area. She has told me that she had worked years ago everything for the next show!” as a graphic artist, painting signs in Vancouver. This Remember, Grace, as well as all the other parwould explain why those twelve foot high walls that ticipants in the Crimson Tine Players are volunteers, are her canvas at Riverside don’t seem to discourage doing what they love. I know that they all hope you her. She patiently paints environments into being, will come out to see their efforts and will enjoy the reworking if something isn’t quite right. She makes results. Watch for posters and newspaper notices it look easy but I can tell you from experience that it regarding dates and times for Black Comedy. I’m is not. Grace has a natural talent to create the sort of going to be there for sure!

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Spotlight on Smiles

Thumbs Up/Down

St. Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s R.C. Parish 43 Billiter Avenue Princeton

Double Thumbs up to Rob Smylie for bringing 02 Fur LifeÂŽ to Princeton! What a terrific and generous thing to do.

250-295-3541 MaSS

SAturdAy: 6:00 Pm SundAy: 10:30 a.m. may - Oct. 8:30 a.m. nov. - April

Princeton Pentecostal Church (The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada)

Thumbs up to the absolutely gorgeous weather we are so fortunate to be having. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to bring out your sunscreen!

165 Vermilion Avenue Beside the Museum, invites you to join with us in Sunday Worship 10:15 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sunday Safari 10:30 am Morning Worship Pastor Dave Janke 250-295-7951

St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Church Also serving the Anglican Community

Office: 250-295-7714

Name: Bert (Bearded Dragon) Likes: Likes hanging out with customers when they come in to Everything Pets.

WorshiP - 10:30 am

If you have a thumbs up/down or want to be our Smile of the Week, give us a call at 250-295-3535 or drop by the Spotlight at 282 Bridge Street.

Communion: 3rd Sunday of the month

office hours

Tues and Thurs: 9:30 am - noon

190 - 1st Avenue Everyone Welcome

Baptist Church of Princeton

Across from Arena - Old Hedley Road Family Worship 10:00 am Prayer Meetings on Wednesday at 7:00 pm

250-295-7752

Living Water

Foursquare Gospel Church Invites You to

38 Kenley Avenue 10:30 Morning Worship

Pastor George Donovan Tel: 250-295-7733 CELL:250-293-6447

Similkameen Spotlight April 3, 2013

Serves 6

Grilled Feta-Stuffed Figs

18 large, fresh figs, stems trimmed 3 ounces feta cheese, at room temperature 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano leaves 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 tablespoons Orange Honey-Butter Glaze (optional, see box) The Grill Gas: Direct heat, medium-low (300 F); Clean, oiled grate on lowest setting

1. Heat the grill as directed. 2. Cut a narrow pocket into the blossom (bottom) end of each fig. Stick your pinky finger into the pocket and use it to press indentations into both sides of the pocket, creating a small cavity in the center of each fig. 3. Puree the feta, honey, oregano, and olive oil in a small food processor. The mixture will be thick. Alternatively, mash the cheese vigorously with a fork, then mix in the remaining ingredients. 4. Using a small spoon and your fingertips, stuff about 1 tea-

Charcoal: Direct heat, medium-light ash; 12-by12-inch charcoal bed (about 3 dozen coals); Clean, oiled grate on lowest setting Wood: Direct heat, medium-light ash; 12-by-12-inch bed, 2 inches deep; Clean, oiled grate set 5 inches above the fire

CAPRICORN: Capricorn, write things down this week before you say them to be sure you have everything correct. This will help you when you need to make an important announcement. AQUARIUS: Aquarius, you may feel like escaping to a fantasy world, but that does not mean the pressing matters will simply disappear. A vacation may recharge your batteries. PISCES: You are in much better shape than you think you are, Pisces. So don’t be too hard on yourself this week. It is all right to put your feet up. ARIES: Aries, some conflicting signals from a friend this week might seem like trouble is ahead. But it’s more likely that your perception of the situation is a little off. TAURUS: Taurus, your imagination has a life of its own this week. You may be thinking of living on the edge a little bit in the next few days but don’t overdo it. GEMINI: Gemini, avoid a deep discussion about your feelings with someone at work this week. Now is not the time or the place to share anything personal, so keep it professional. CANCER: Cancer, don’t get sidetracked this week because coworkers are expecting your full attention and effort at the office. You may need to juggle a few responsibilities for the time being. LEO: Leo, make sure you comments are not misinterpreted this week. Someone might take something the wrong way, so choose your words carefully. VIRGO: Virgo, you may be feeling great physically, but there is a nagging problem that you simply cannot identify. Give it time and it will come to the surface. LIBRA: Libra, you know what you want and do not need anyone’s approval, but you can’t help checking in with a family member this week to get a second opinion. SCORPIO: Scorpio, channel your romantic feelings into action this week. Act sooner rather than later and make the most of your emotions while they’re strong. SAGITTARIUS: Sagittarius, learn from the past but do not allow letdowns from the past to dictate your future. There is no guarantee that things will be repeated. FOR ENTERTAINMENT ONLY

spoon of the feta mixture into each fig cavity. Or pipe the mixture from a pastry bag into the fig cavities. Gently squeeze the bottom ends together to enclose the filling. 5. Skewer 3 figs crosswise on each skewer (the stem should be perpendicular to the skewer). 6. Brush the grill grate and coat it with oil. Put the fig skewers in the grill and cook until nicely grill-marked, turning once or twice, 5 to 8 minutes total. 7. Brush with the honey-butter glaze, if using. PC114620

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SIDEBAR: Orange Honey-Butter Glaze 2 tablespoons butter, well softened 1 tablespoon, honey 1 tablespoon grated orange zest Pinch of grated nutmeg 1. In a small bowl, mix all ingredients until creamy and spreadable like icing. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. 2. Soften to a spreadable consistency before using.

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Business & Service Directory AUTOMOTIVE

* now open 6 days a week!

Huffy’s Auto Repair

Copperhill Lanes

4 LICENSED MEChaNICS

2 with Extensive GM Training / 2 with 30 years experience

all mechanics take ongoing training & updating. We have the Best Diagnostic equipment availaBle •A/C Work •Transmissions • Specialize in Computers & Computerized Fuel Injection now offering: •Flat Repairs •New Tire Sales •Wheel Balancing Can inspect motorcycles to greyhounD Buses

F a m i ly F u n B ow l i n g & L o u n ge

Ph: 250-295-6458

D a n Wo y c h e s h e n

BEDDING & PELLET

Brian Coyne le y t S OldBedding & Pellet Owner

404 Lapworth St. Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0

250-295-6500 250-295-6552

Sales & Delivery

327 Laurie Currie Way PO Box 948 Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0

Ph: 250-295-0606 Fax: 250-295-6588

YOUR AD HERE

Copperhill Lanes D a n Wo y c h e s h e n

250-295-6500 250-295-6552

CONTRACTOR

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY

ski-doo & can-am Sales & Service reichertsales@mac.com

Marg & Ed Reichert

Ph: 250-295-6489 Fax: 250-295-7768

Tulameen, B.C. V0X 2L0

EQUIPMENT RENTALS RENTAL STORE

Certiﬁed Septic Design & Installations / Foundation Excavations Water, Electric & Sewer Line Installations / Landscaping & Clearing

Phone: 250-295-0095

Cell: 250-293-6021

FARM MACHINERY DEALER

FARM & GARDEN CENTRE 255

RENTAL STORE

princeton

farm centre ltd

FARM & GARDEN SUPPLIES

Mahindra Tractors

Farm & Industrial Equipment

DARYL CLARKE

$15.00 PER WEEK PH

Emily Sheppard

404 Lapworth St. Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0

YOUR AD HERE

Reichert Sales & Service Ltd

Family Fun Bowling & Lounge

$15.00 PER WEEK

50 :2

CAN-AM SKIDOO

BOWLING

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY

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Emily Sheppard

George Edge

www.westcoasteq.com Princeton, B.C. Ph: 250-295-0101 Fx: 250-295-0103 email: george@westcoasttruckparts.com

HOME REPAIRS

Mahindra Tractors

Farm & Industrial Equipment

FEED FENCING

George Edge

FARM SUPPLIES

www.westcoasteq.com

SHAVINGS/HAY STOVE PELLETS

Princeton, B.C. Ph: 250-295-0101 Fx: 250-295-0103 email: george@westcoasttruckparts.com

283 Burton Ave, Princeton, B.C. www.princetonfarmcenter.com

PET SUPPLIES

YOUR AD HERE

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY

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princeton

farm centre ltd

FOR ALL YOUR PET NEEDS DOG & CAT FOOD PETS PET SUPPLIES EXOTIC FISH FISH FOOD AQUARIUMS & TERRARIUMS BIRDS & CAGES

$15.00 PER WEEK

Summit Kennel Blend Nu Way Sport Mix NOW Nutro and More!

283 Burton Ave, Princeton, B.C. www.princetonfarmcenter.com

RENTAL SERVICES

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

TOM REICHERT RENTALS

PRINCETON REALTY

LICENSED PROPERTY MANAGER 224 Bridge Street PO Box 880 Princeton, BC V0X 1W0 Bus: 250-295-6977 Cell: 250-295-8591 Heather Johnson Fax: 250-295-3411 Res: 250-295-7055 Owner/Manager Toll Free: 1-877-295-6977 Email: heather_johnson@princetonbc.com CENTURION 2003 - 2006 Web: www.princetonbc.com

Box 1C #2 Tulameen, BC V0X 2L0 Phone 250-295-7329 Fax 250-295-7395

Specializing in: Cement Finishing Damp Proofing & Forms

Independently Owned and Operated ®TM Trademarks of AIR MILES International BV. Used under License by LoyaltyOne. inc and Century 21 Canada Limited Partnership

otterrock@nethop.net

POST SALES

le y t S d Ol Posts

Brian Coyne Owner

Sales & Delivery

327 Laurie Currie Way PO Box 948 Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0

Ph: 250-295-0606 Fax: 250-295-6588

SEPTIC SERVICES PRINCETON SEPTIC SERVICE GOVERNMENT CERTIFIED Planner - Installer - Maintenance Provider Residential & Commercial Inspector *Contracts Available* PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS

RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL

Septic Tanks - Grease Traps - Holding Tanks - Sumps Sewer Line Router Service Backhoe - Excavator - Gravel Truck - Cat 250-295-7994 or 250-295-5217 Allen Zirk ROWP

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Business & Service Directory AUTOMOTIVE

N & L SERVICES

I’m not a poet and I know it... BUT I AM THE BEST DAMN MECHANIC IN THIS TOWN!

YOU DON’T KNOW HOW WELL I FEEL... MY OWNER TOOK ME TO NEAL!

2 Licenced Mechanics

Brian Coyne Owner

MAC’S AUTO PARTS 193 Vermilion Ave. Ph: 250-295-6944

Ph: 250-295-0606 Fax: 250-295-6588

BOTTLE DEPOT

Jim Shales Cell: 250-295-8012 kvc@nethop.net

Bottle Depot

367 HWY. 3

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY

Nick Itterman Contracting

Madysen Salway

GENERAL CONTRACTING

•RENOVATIONS •FRAMING •FINISHING Cell: (250) 295-1386 Phone: (250) 293-6741

PET GROOMING Barking Bubbles Dog Grooming

Licensed Hair Stylist

Karrie Crucil Owner

224 Bridge Street Princeton BC 250-295-2552

131 Pinewood 28 km’s Princeton Summerland Road 250-295-7314 or 250-438-0274 (cell) •Pick-up and Delivery available

madysensalway@gmail.com Walk In’s Welcome

YOUR AD HERE

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY

$15.00 PER WEEK SEPTIC SERVICES #

F1rst Choice

SEPTIC SERVICE Septic Cleaning Outhouse Rentals & Sales Mark Riegling

Owner /Operator

250-295-4191

at the Image Emporiam!

Tuesday - Saturday ~ Kitchen & Bath ~ Custom Cabinets Designer available Tues & Thurs 10-2 ~ Planning & Design A Division of Surecraft Construction Ltd. ~ Counter Tops “Your local building professionals!”

250-295-3835

CONTRACTOR

HAIRSTYLIST

new downtown Showroom loCation

Now Accepting MILK Containers!

YOUR AD HERE

$15.00 PER WEEK

HONDA WATER PUMPS, TILLERS, LAWN MOWERS, GENERATORS, SNOW BLOWERS

CABINETS

THE HUT

WE ACCEPT ALL POP, JUICE, WATER, MILK LIQUOR AND BEER CONTAINERS HOURS: 11 AM - 4 PM DAILY CLOSED TUESDAYS AND STAT HOLIDAYS

250-295-0005

AUTO PARTS

250-295-0005

BIN & DISPOSAL

327 Laurie Currie Way PO Box 948 Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0

2 Licenced Mechanics

RESTAURANT

FLOORING SERVICE

Laska’s Floor Service

•Supply

•Sales •Installation Carpet ~ Hardwood ~ Lino ~ VC Tiles Laminates ~ Engineered Wood ~ Cork ~ Area/Throw rugs Phone: 250-295-0474 / Fax: 250-295-0454 www.laskasflooring.com

Email: mlaska@nethop.net

RENTALS/LANDSCAPING OTTER VALLEY Rentals, Supplies & Services 250-295-6449

-LANDSCAPING -FOUNDATIONS -WATER LINES FENCING SPECIALISTS *FULLY INSURED* ALL Facets of PRESSURE WASHING with HOT WATER •Commercial •Residential •Industrial

ROOFING ALL PURPOSE ROOFING • Let me keep you dry /Reasonable rates • Any type of re-roofing & repairs • Serving the area for over 20 years • Over 60 years experience/NO Subcontracting

Sakchai Rick Chaicomdee

•10% Seniors Discount

RAY MICHAUD

email: roofer.101@hotmail.com

516 7th Ave. P.O. Box 128, Keremeos, BC V0X 1N0 Tel: 250-499-2561 Cell: 604-649-9908 Email: numnongkhai@hotmail.com Website: www.benjathairestaurant.com

Toll Free 1-877-299-ROOF (7663) Princeton: 250-295-3643 Fax: 250-295-3472 FREE ESTIMATES • ALL WORK GUARANTEED

TAX SERVICES

YOUR AD HERE

THE HUT

OFFICE & TAX SERVICE *Available Year - Round*

•Qualified Tax Preparer - 25 years Experience •Reasonable Rates •Senior & Family Discounts 367 HWY 3, PRINCETON, BC 250-295-3835

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY

$15.00 PER WEEK

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Coming Events FREE INCOME TAX CLINIC Free Income Tax ďŹ ling for seniors and low income families. Will be held every Saturday Starting March 23rd â&#x20AC;&#x201D; April 27th at the Royal Canadian Legion from 10 am to 1 pm. Will be closed April 20 FREE MAN & FREE WOMEN Declare sovereigns information meeting. Princeton Public Library Thursday April 4 @ 6:30 pm Pre-register @ Nearly New on Vermilion Ave Topics: Cash Confiscatory institution Options for Policing in Princeton Benefits of being a freeman on the land Courts of incompetent jurisdiction

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DOUGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOMESTEAD MEATS Looking for a full time meat cutter/sausage maker for seasonal work April 17 September 29. Must be able to work weekends & willing to train if no experience. Email resume to: dougshomestead @gmail.com or mail to: PO Box 1829 Princeton, BC V0X 1W0 Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. PRINCETON A&W is currently seeking full-time cashiers. Must be reliable and able to work shift work. Good communication skills, ďŹ&#x201A;uent English and post graduate education preferred. Cash experience is an asset. $10.25 to start. Apply within or fax resume to 250-295-7910

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$300 & Under MOTORINO 2 wheel electric scooter. No charger, needs minor electrical work $300 obo. 250-295-3886

60 GALLON hot water tank, used, works good no leaks $25. obo. Moen kitchen sink & taps, used. $20. obo. 250-2950440 BOAT RACK fits long or short box $100. 4 HD Hijacker camper jacks $100. 250-2954035 MAPLE GLIDER chair & foot stool $99. Food processor $40. 250-295-6408

Furniture OAK FRAMED furniture, 2 chairs, 1 sofa (3 seats) all with cushions. $1200/set obo. Call 250-295-4090 after 6 pm

Friendly Frank 2 sets of golf clubs, menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & ladies in own bag & on cart. Used very little $70/each or cheaper for both. 2 interior slab doors-2 panel, ready for paint $20/each. Jeep soft top, 2006 TJ, good shape, incl all hardware, must move from storage, open to offers. Aquasense metal tub rail $30. Outdoor patio chair cushions, set of 6, brown/gold/green leaf. Great shape $5/each. 250295-0675 BLACK/WHITE satin prom dress sz. 10 $75. 250-2957187

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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN) RELIEF JANITOR Applications are invited for the position of Relief Janitor with School District No. 58. (Nicola-Similkameen) in Princeton. This is an on-call position. Salary and benefits will be in accordance with the C.U.P.E. Local 847 Collective Agreement. Applicants are required to have a minimum Grade 10 education and a valid BC Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License. Application forms are available at Princeton Secondary School, or you can apply on-line at www.sd58.bc.ca , click on Jobs, Support Positions, Job Postings, listed under Job Code # 446926. Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references, will be accepted until April 5, 2013. Please forward to: Attn: Secretary Treasurer School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman St. Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: (250) 378-6263 Only those applicants being interviewed will be contacted.

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Merchandise for Sale

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

Misc. for Sale AT LAST! An iron filter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manganese. Since 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions; www.bigirondrilling.com or Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. HOME PHONE reconnect. Toll Free 1-866-287-1348 Cell Phone Accessories Catalogue Everyone Welcome To Shop Online at: www.homephonereconnect.ca HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? REGISTERED Utility trailer 8.6x5, 15” wheels, 2” hitch $400. 10 horse - 450 watt Briggs & Stratton generator 110/220 $300. Call 250-2954035 SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDING - Blowout clearance sale! 20x22 $4,188. 25x26 $4,799. 30x34 $6,860. 32x44 $8,795. 40x50 $12,760. 47x74 $17,888. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. or visit us online at: www.pioneersteel.ca T.V. 52” JVC $400. 4000 Onan Generator set on propane $450. 250-295-7606

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Cottages / Cabins

STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or see us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

1 BEDROOM cabin. Fully furnished. Includes internet, TV and Utilities. $500/month. DD & Ref’s Req. N/pets. N/Noise ideal for shift workers. Avail. now. 250-295-6207 or 214701-4416

Misc. Wanted

2 BEDROOM cabin suitable for shift work. Fully furnished. Includes internet, TV & util. $600/month DD & Ref’s Req. N/pets. N/noise. Avail. now. 250-295-6207 or 214-7014416

Local Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Coin Guy: 250-499-0251 LOOKING: Washer & Dryer, good condition, reasonably priced. Call 250-295-0146 WANTED: Small garden tiller. Call 250-295-0487

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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent APARTMENTS for rent. Quiet downtown location. Call 1-250292-8525 for more info. FURNISHED or un-furnished apt’s for rent in Princeton Avail. now, need excellent ref’s & DD. No pets. $450 & up. Call 250-295-1006 leave a message.

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Misc for Rent FURNISHED 1 bedroom, very nice suite, large private sun deck on riverfront. N/S, N/P,includes utilities and WiFi. $550/month. Avail. Apr. 15. 250-295-7861 LARGE 2 bedroom located downtown. Very clean. Suitable for 2 workers to share. Includes Heat, lights and laundry included. N/P, must have excellent references. $750/month + DD. 250295-6408

Mobile Homes & Pads MOBILE $700/mo Olalla 1/2 hr south from Penticton. 2 bdrm, w/d, s/f, NS. Private lot lrg fenced yd. 250-499-9703

Homes for Rent 3 BEDROOM + den house, fenced yard, garden shed. W/D/F/S/DW. $1050/month includes util. 250-295-0048 or 250-295-6329 $800/MO Olalla 1/2 hr south from Penticton. 2 bdrm, w/d, s/f, NS/ Closed in deck for smoking outside, lrg fenced yd. 250-499-9703 Keremeos, 2 newer homes, 3bdrm, 2ba, all appl., low maint., fenced yard, extra parking, ref’s, $1300/mo., avail. immed., (250)497-7172

HOMES FOR RENT • OFFICE Space avail, in Medical building. Suit bookkeeper, esthetician type. $400/month includes everything. • 2 BEDROOM upper suite, F/S/W/D/DW, large covered deck, big yard. $950/month includes util. Avail. April 15. • 1 BEDROOM suite, F/S/W/D, heat included $650/month in town. Avail. now. • 1 BEDROOM upper suite in 4 plex, F/S/W/D. $650/month includes heat. • LARGE 2 bedroom + den home, wood stove, 7 acres, F/S/W/D, 25K out Princeton/Summerland rd. $1600/month + util. • 2 BEDROOM F/S/W/D, carport, suitable for day shift workers, located in town. Above retail store. $750/month + Util. Avail. Now. DD & Ref’s Req. For All! Call ~ Heather D~ for more listings. 250-295-8025 LIKE NEW home on acreage, ground floor suite. 2 bedrooms + den, full bath w/jacuzzi tub, gas fireplace, laundry, all appliances. $750/month util incl. Avail. Now. 250-295-3966

Suites, Lower 1 BEDROOM basement suite. F/S, shared laundry, private entrance & driveway. $550/month includes util. 250295-0048 or 250-295-6329

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Off Road Vehicles 2005 POLARIS Scrambler 500. $3500. 250-295-0514

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1999 GMC Suburban Blue. In dash navigation system/Satellite Radio/Back up camera. $4,000. Call Dan 250-2958584 or 250-295-3256

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Princeton realty

224 Bridge Street, Princeton, B.C. Tel: (250) 295-6977 Fax: (250) 295-3411

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2251 Old Hedley Road

MLS 141133 Very clean and well maintained family home on 3rd Bench. 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with carport and large, detached shop. SOLD

MLS 136792 Four season home located at Missezula Lake. Perfect place for recreation, getaway or come stay permanently. SOLD

MLS 141285 Newly built family home in upscale Westridge Court subdivision. Large 5 bed, 3 bath home boasts huge custom kitchen. SOLD

MLS 141839 Fabulous newer 2 bedroom home just 20 minutes from Princeton. on .44 acre lot. Features skylights and laminate flooring. $299,900.00

267 Clark Street

23 - 263 Hwy 3

172 2nd Street

905 Allenby Road

MLS 111093 Stylish 2600 sq. ft. loft home sits on large view lot. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Features in ground sprinklers and hardwood flooring. $339,900.00

MLS 136016 Princeton’s finest park offers affordable living! This home is well kept offering a few extras. Master opened from 2 bedrooms to one. $55,000.00

MLS 136796 Low maintenance home built right in the Tulameen Townsite. Built in ‘94, comes furnished and is ready for you to enjoy. $339,000.00

MLS 137181 20 acres only minutes from town. This property boasts amazing views that take your breath away. $379,000.00

260 Bonlin Road

335 Waterfront Ave.

117 Tapton Avenue

310 Hwy 5A

MLS 137179 The ultimate dream home with absolutely nothing missed, keeping easy living in mind! 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. $895,000.00

MLS 137453 Easy living in mind, lovely open layout is simply immaculate and a pleasure to view. Awesome corner location on no thru road. $268,000.00

MLS 138308 28 x 100’ lot right across from the Valley First Credit Union. Currently zoned C-@business. Excellent exposure. $69,500.00

MLS 138625 Cabin on the lake has it all. Large rooms throughout, L-shaped living to dining out to deck that soak up the lake views. $400,000.00

1120 Old Hedley Rd.

2620 Nicola Ave.

512 Pr-S’lnd Road

118 Ridgewood Drive

MLS 138790 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom turn key home situated on 1.27 acres. Low maintenance property with excellent views. $229,900.00

MLS 139297 Fabulous 100 x 100 corner lot with shallow well and septic installed by Reichert’s. Home is 15 years young and is known as “The Barn.” $325,000.00

MLS 140469 Rare offering: 10 acre horse property only 5 minutes from town. Property features 2 drilled wells, wired shop and barn. $539,900.00

MLS 139670 Affordable Living can be yours! Plenty of room for the family starting out. Fabulous location with 10’ x20’ deck off living room. $154,900.00

52 Fenchurch Ave.

7-590 E Similkameen

111 Copperhead Road

505 E Similkameen Rd.

MLS 139793 Charming 3 bedroom home on corner lot in downtown Princeton. Features new energy efficient gas furnace. $183,000.00

MLS 140965 Come build on this awesome view lot overlooking the Similkameen River. Just minutes from town with all kinds of recreation. $230,000.00

MLS 141156 Centrally located with breathtaking views! Come live in Princeton’s newest subdivision. Only minutes walk from downtown. $79,900.00

MLS 140404 Looking for some privacy? This unique home is minutes from town and offers all you could ask for. 4 bedrooms, 4 baths. $899,000.00

Owner Heather Johnson 250-295-8591

Broker Dan Pippin 250-295-6977

Lee Mowry 250-295-1990

Marty Gray 250-295-5044

Tyler Willis 250-295-2419

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