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Penticton doctors want commitment
NDP leader Adrian Dix visits city to renew commitment to expansion project and pour water on his rival’s claim to the contrary Joe Fries Penticton Western News
Doctors working to raise the profile of a proposed expansion project at Penticton Regional Hospital were rewarded this week with fresh commitments from B.C. political leaders, but physicians aren’t letting down their guard yet. “We’re not going away until the shovel’s in the ground,” Dr. Susan Tebbutt said Friday, moments after NDP leader Adrian Dix reaffirmed his commitment to building the four-storey ambulatory care tower. Tebbutt and the rest of the Penticton Medical Society have been working since last year to rally public support for the $300-million ambulatory care tower and get to it on the political radar. The mission was accomplished this week when the tower became a provincial election campaign issue. “It’s certainly getting a lot of discussion and play, and that is what we want,” Tebbutt said. She said what doctors need now is a firm commitment from politicians to the project as conceived. “We want them to come out publicly and support exactly what it is we’re proposing. We don’t want them to downgrade the project. We don’t want them to take off any floors.
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The Young Life kids got their summer fun started with the annual ice cream fight on Monday night at the Baptist Church. They were supposed to eat the largest ever built banana split, but it definitely didn’t work out that way.
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An incredible project dedicated to Princeton’s Air Cadet Squadron 217 saw completion this past Saturday with the official dedication and release of 420 Eva Nichole. The wind vane, a T-33 Jet now marks the entrance of the Princeton Airport. This project from start to finish took approximately two and a half years to complete with much appreciation for the assistance of many individuals and businesses. Roy Harker along with friends; Hank Rabe and Gord Walker (instrumental in the project) were given thanks by the Town of Princeton for their work and dedication. Honour Guard for the dedication was provided by members
of the Princeton Legion Branch #56; Doreen Poulsen, Jean Lindsay, Wayne Terepocki, Chuck Whitlock, Bernadette Kelleher and Legion president, Jim Turner. Sgt. Jay Harker, Mayor Frank Armitage and Legion Ambassador Candidate Destiny Earle revealed the dedication plaque, the donor silhouettes and assisted Roy Harker in the ribbon cutting ceremony. People who went up to visit the site prior to the dedication and during were invited to write a message to be placed within the time capsule set in the nose of the T-33 by Sgt. Jay Harker. Roy Harker’s granddaughter Nichole was raised up to reveal the nose art designed in her honour. (Eva Nichole)
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HOSPITAL- from page 1 We don’t want them to remove the helipad,” Tebbutt said. “We want the timeline and we want a firm commitment that exactly what we’re proposing is going to be built. And (from) neither party, we haven’t heard that exactly yet. So we’re waiting.” At numerous campaign events this week, including in Penticton, Liberal leader Christy Clark claimed the NDP would cancel the hospital project if it forms government. Dix denied that claim Friday at an event staged directly across the street from PRH. “We’ve said clearly in our platform that we’re going to maintain the projects that are in place now, including, and especially, the Penticton Regional Hospital project, but also including the prison project near Oliver,” he said. Joe Fries/Penticton Western “It’s time to move now, and if an NDP government is elected, this hospiNDP leader Adrian Dix during a campaign stop tal project will be built.” Friday across from Penticton Regional Hospital, Dix added that Clark saying otherwise was “incredibly disrespectful,” where he reaffirmed his party’s commitment to an and amounted to “threatening people if they don’t re-elect you that you expansion project. won’t get your hospital.” Dan Ashton, the Liberal candidate for the Penticton riding, wouldn’t say Friday if he believes Dix will actually follow through on his commitment should the NDP form government. “What I want to say is that the hospital is incredibly important for the citizens of Penticton and the South OkanaganSimilkameen,” Ashton said. “And the Liberal government builds capital projects (and) has a proven track record of doing that. Ashton also said he’s concerned about how B.C. would pay for the NDP leader’s promises. “Mr. Dix has been running around this province committing billions of dollars… to projects that he says that he’s going to build,” Ashton said. “And my questions is: Where is that money coming from? If it’s coming from the normal NDP source, that’s on the back of the taxpayers.”
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Terms to know before going to the rodeo The growing popularity of rodeo, which, according to the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association, attracts 30 million fans each year, has piqued the curiosity of many people who have never before attended a rodeo or watched an event on television. Upon discovering the rodeo, men, women and children often find it as compelling if not more compelling than most popular mainstream sports. For those interested in rodeo but uncertain about its terminology, the following are a few terms to know, courtesy of the PRCA. * Barrelman: An entertainer who uses a barrel to distract a bull after a ride. Such distractions sometimes protect the cowboy. * Breaking the barrier: This occurs during a timed event when a rider leaves the box too soon, failing to give the bull a sufficient head start. Riders who break the barrier are assessed a 10-second penalty. * Bullfighter: An athlete who protects the bull
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I’m concerned that many British Columbians are more focused on “change” for the sake of change rather than electing the party most likely to foster job creation and financial stability. Our province’s resource endowment has always been a mainstay of both jobs and the generation of revenues needed to fund social programs. From what I have seen and heard, an NDP government would rev-up spending while stymieing resource development through endless environmental reviews and or by just saying “no”, driving investment to other provinces and other countries. We need new mines and gas fields, pipelines, refineries, ports and processing plants to replace jobs lost by tech change and by events like the pine beetle catastrophe Economic development and the protection of the environment are not mutually exclusive. Yes, we must be good stewards of our beautiful province, we do have the technology to move the economy forward in an environmentally responsible manner. Saying no to new projects will mean job losses for currently employed and no opportunity for young people looking to join the work force. We also need to focus on balancing the provincial budget, rather than taking money away from social programs to fund rising interest costs. Forty years of experience in business has taught me that too much debt is crippling. It scares me that the NDP have rolled out billions of dollars in new spending during this campaign, and their “every dollar is accounted for” rhetoric just isn’t credible because their anti-development attitude will reduce revenue at the same time as spending rises. There is truth to the adage, “Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it”. The NDP came to power in 1991 and governed the rest of that decade. Investment dried up and economic growth trailed the rest of Canada. A low point came when the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce thanked the BC government for driving growth investment in Alberta. Glenn Clark’s 1996-1999 tenure was arguably the most disastrous for BC and with Adrian Dix, Premier Clark’s former Chief of staff leading the province, I’d be very worried about history repeating itself. It took many years for the Liberals to repair the damage. During their time in government, North America suffered through a major recession and yet we now have a triple-A credit rating, higher than the US government, allowing BC taxpayers the lowest possible interest rates Have the Liberals done everything right? Certainly not. The introduction of the HST by the Campbell government was badly handled. There have been other gaffes and ill thought out policies. While there is a natural inclination for people to vote to change long governing parties, it’s important to think about which party is likely to create jobs and not burden today’s young people with a mountain of debt. I’m not asking that you agree with me, only that you think through the full consequences of your choice carefully. And then get out and vote on May 14. Gwyn Morgan “Gwyn is a retired Businessman who lives in the Greater Victoria Region” PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNESDAY Annual subscription: $30 locally, $45 elsewhere in Canada. We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Canada Periodical Fund (CPF) for our publishing activities.
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VICTORIA – When Adrian Dix took over as tracts.” Either they plan to risk a costly legal battle, B.C. NDP leader two years ago, he struggled to or they’re just paying lip service. All you have to do communicate, especially in the sound bites of radio to find out is elect them. and TV. Labour code changes are another blank slate. A There was a running joke in the legislature press memo from the B.C. Federation of Labour executive gallery: It didn’t matter what question you asked to members last year described how they were workhim, you got a six-minute answer that ended with the ing closely with the NDP to rewrite B.C. labour law. evils of log exports. The NDP election platform punts this issue until Even more than under Carole James, the NDP after the election as well, promising an independent railed against log exports. “B.C. logs for B.C. jobs” expert panel to decide on issues like whether to end Tom Fletcher became one of Dix’s favorite slogans. As the election secret-ballot votes for union certification. approached, another Dixism was heard daily: “Say This isn’t just a bad idea, it’s a 30-year-old bad what you’re going to do, say how you’re going to idea. It’s based on the destructive old notion that pay for it.” employers are the enemy of workers, and only a So it was a surprise a few weeks ago when the union can protect them. The long decline of union NDP signaled it would essentially not offer a policy on log membership in the private sector isn’t caused by employer bullying exports. They’re going to meet with “stakeholders” and come up or secret-ballot votes that protect employees’ freedom of choice. with a plan after they get a majority government. The cause is global competition. The only protection workers have This is exactly the same non-policy the NDP had in 2009. They from that is their own efficiency. don’t have an answer to the industry’s point that the high price Balancing the budget? An NDP government will strive to do gained by premium logs in foreign markets is what keeps many that over “the business cycle,” says finance critic Bruce Ralston. loggers working, and subsidizes the harvest of other logs for B.C. Old-timers might remember this one. It’s taken from the NDP’s coastal mills. 1991 election platform. Another thing the NDP doesn’t like is private power developYes, 22 years ago there was a widespread belief in a predictable ment. This issue featured prominently in the NDP leadership four-year cycle of commodity prices and other economic determicontest two years ago. nants. Whatever was left of that dusty, faded picture was erased Leadership contender Mike Farnworth told the party faithful with the financial collapse of 2008. he would study independent power purchase contracts, and if he If you still believe in a predictable “business cycle,” you may be found that they are not in the public interest, he would “mend willing to accept that an NDP-led B.C. will become the first juristhem or end them.” Another leadership hopeful, energy critic diction in human history to eliminate poverty, by setting annual John Horgan, allowed that he would “break” contracts if neces- targets and paying out borrowed money to low-income parents. sary. On ferries, fracking, union contracts, capital construction and By this spring, Dix had a new non-position on power purchase other weighty matters, the NDP’s answer is the same: trust us. contracts. He will “assess them and address them.” The printed “Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black platform promises a review “within the limits of existing con- Press”
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Dear Editor, There has been much discussion in the media surrounding the cost of electricity in recent months, and for good reason since it’s something we all rely on every day and have come to expect to be safe and reliable. In particular, the residential conservation rate that was implemented in July 2012 has caused many of our customers to speak out. Most of our customers will benefit from this rate, but we are sensitive to the fact that some customers will pay more. The BC Utilities Commission mandated that FortisBC implement the residential conservation rate after looking at variety of different rates and considering the bill impact on customers, including high-use customers, electric heat customers, low income customers and customers in different locations. The BCUC approved a residential conservation rate that would result in 75 per cent of customers seeing lower annual bills and only five per cent of customers seeing an annual increase of more than 10 per cent due to the new rate.
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When nothing changes, nothing will change Dear Editor; Now that the time for promises has begun and our politicians are trying to get us to believe in them again, I have a few thoughts again about the whole affair. At least one of the leaders is honest enough to admit that ‘politics in BC’ has become a dirty word. When I look at the situation in our own neck of the woods only one hopeful candidate has opened a campaign office in our town. If that is an indication of how much the electorate in our small town count to the rest of the parties, it’s a very sad state for our province. If the people of Princeton don’t, then how much do the people of other small towns count in the system of politics? Personally, I don’t think that showing up one or two times for the “All Candidates Meeting” is little more than a slap in the face for most of us. Oh well folks, we should be well trained already not to expect too much from our politicians when it comes to things like integrity, honesty and democracy, we can only hire our politicians and listen to a controversy and scandal until the next election. The fact of the matter happens to be, when nothing changes, nothing will change. Yukon Eric Holopainen Princeton, BC
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For me, fishing with only five flies would be practically a traumatic experience I had as a “budding” 14 year old fly impossible. As a fly tier of more than 60 years (I started at age fisher. My fly box with every fly I owned fell, landed open and seven), hot patterns that are catching lots of trout are always upside down in Lester River. As I watched them, about 35 flies of great interest to me. Now back to the title, Five Flies. For floating rapidly down stream, I wondered if any trout would the sake of discussion I’ll limit myself to five of my favourites, rise to one or more of them. Then, being a stoic Norwegianwhich should catch the trout in most streams and lakes in our America boy, I cried silently over my loss. I might have also region. said out loud something that my English teacher and other 1) The Royal Coachman - I’ve met few fly fisherman that adults would not approve of. This happened in the early 1950s. didn’t favour this fly. It was invented by an Englishman in the Chironomid larvae are small so buy or tie them in sizes 12 to days when horses were the means of transportation - 1200s. 18. It is a good idea when starting to fish with them to watch Fishing history has it that the man who tied the carefully how a veteran Chironomid fisherman first Royal Coachman was a fisherman and also a does it. coachman to English royalty, so it has been used 4) Muddler Minnow - This deer hair fly is a and caught many fish over a long time. It looks great mute purpose pattern that imitates minnows, like nothing in nature, but sure catches fish. Sizes grass hoppers, large sedges like the traveling sedge 10-16 are best in our local streams and lakes. and almost any large insect that accidentally falls 2) Doctor Spratley - The best all around fly in the water. Silver bodied muddlers seem to work for our rainbow and brook trout. I use hooks best for me I use large sizes 4-6 as well as 12-14 size 8-12 tied with black or olive green bodies. I tied on 3XL hooks. Many of the trout catch seem prefer the wings to be made from pheasant rump to eat this fly very vigorously resulting in lots JOHN SANDNESS feathers, the soft grey-green ones at the base of of excitement, sometimes surprises too. It is an the tail. They give the Spratley a life-like motion amazing fly that can be fished in rivers, lakes and in the water. Popular colours are red, black, dark even in the ocean with great results. or light green and brown. Sizes 12, 10, 8 and 6 are 5) Tom Thumb - Until I moved to Princeton good imitations of these larva of dragon fly. Fish in 1969, I had never heard of the Tom Thumb. patiently and let the line, a sinking fly line, get down to where But since then I’ve been converted to their use! I wouldn’t fish the fish are, right off the bottom. Fish the fly slowly as you try trout anywhere without a bunch of Tom Thumbs in my fly to imitate the crawling movement of the live insect. box and many fellow fly fishers mention an interesting fact 3) Chironomid (Blood Worm) - If more than 80% of our about them. The more trout caught and more torn up these lake rainbows (Kamloops trout) diet consists of Chironomids, fragile deer hair flies get, the better they attract fish! I use size it just makes good sense to fish with Chironomids, so my fly 8-12 most often. boxes are bulging with about 40 % of them being Chironomids. Well, there are my five favourite flies. Good fishing to you Notice I said boxes! I no longer put all my flies in one box. in 2013! Don’t forget to change your spinning line or fly Anyway, they would not all fit. In fact if it is windy I stand a leader before you go out to the lake. It would be a shame to good chance, if not careful, of having some pop out and fall lose a good fish because your old line/leader had become weak into the grass or rocks or water and be lost. I am reminded of with age.
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Princeton Secondary students of the month for March & April Kendra Leiding was nominated for student of the month for March by Karla Friesen. When a student stole art supplies from the art room and threw them all over the ground behind the school, Kendra noticed the mess and picked up all the supplies and returned them to Karla. As well, Kendra does many other good service work in the school and the community. Szabrina Harris Kobelsky, Tanner Sulentich, Quinn Murray, Kelsey Fuller and Dayton Wales are the students of the month for April. The students were nominated by Sara Illingworth for volunteering their time mentoring a grade 2 class. They also demonstrated excellent team work and leadership skills. Wendy Bentley/Spotlight
MAY 2013
GENERAL ELECTION Remember to Vote. Tuesday, May 14 is General Voting Day. Bring Identification Under the Election Act, voters must prove their identity and residential address in order to receive a ballot or register to vote in conjunction with voting in a provincial general election or by-election. Voters may present identification, or use a process known as vouching. Some acceptable types of identification and information on the vouching process are found below.
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Option 1 A single document issued by the Government of BC or Canada that contains the voter’s name, photograph and residential address, such as a BC driver’s licence, BC Identification Card (BCID), or BC Services Card. Option 2 A Certificate of Indian Status as issued by the Government of Canada. Option 3 Two documents that together show the voter’s name and residential address. Both documents must show the voter’s name. At least one of the documents must also contain the voter’s residential address. Please note: Digital or electronic documents (e.g. e-bills) are acceptable. Hand-written information on a document, photocopies or electronic scans/photos of a paper document are not acceptable. The following are examples of the document types authorized by the Chief Electoral Officer for the purposes of voter identification (the list of documents is illustrative, not exhaustive). Other specific documents (not listed below) may be authorized by the Chief Electoral Officer. For questions about the acceptability of a specific document, please contact Elections BC. Government-issue identity document Examples: healthcare card, birth certificate, Social Insurance Card, passport, citizenship document/certificate, Old Age Security Identification Card, Canadian Forces identification, Firearm Acquisition Certificate, firearm Possession and Acquisition Licence, Veterans Affairs Canada Health Care Identification Card, Correctional Service Canada Offender Identification Card. Other government-issue document Examples: property tax assessment, income tax assessment notice, government cheque, government cheque stub, statement of employment insurance benefits paid, Canada Child Tax Benefit Statement, statement of Canada Pension Plan benefits, statement of Old Age Security.
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GENERAL ELECTION Get ready to vote. Identification Rules for Voting Voters must prove their identity and current residential address to get a ballot or register to vote at the time of voting. Any one of the following pieces of identification is acceptable:
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The following persons have been nominated as candidates for Fraser-Nicola for the 40th Provincial General Election.
Fraser-Nicola Electoral District Candidate’s Name:
Financial Agent:
Michael Beauclair BC Conservative Party
Alan Groome PO Box 1244, Ashcroft, BC, V0K 1A0
Official Agent:
John Kidder Green Party of BC
John Kidder 1 Old Mill Rd PO Box 882, Ashcroft, BC, V0K 1A0
Harry Lali BC NDP
Dean Morrison PO Box 1728, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8
Jackie Tegart BC Liberal Party
Debra Arnott 4141 Mickey Frontage Rd RR 1, Cache Creek, BC, V0K 1H1
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District Electoral Offices: 1976 Voght St Merritt, BC (250) 378-1403
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Logan Lake Pentecostal Assembly 237 Jasper Dr, Logan Lake, BC
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The Princeton Ambassador Candidates for 2013 modeled sportswear, casual, formal and clothing from ‘through the ages,’ during the annual fashion show held at Princeton Secondary School on Thursday, May 2. Clothing, jewellery and accessories were supplied by; Fields, Princeton Quick Pic, Auto Tac Graphics and Embroidery, Princeton Crisis Assistance, Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Store, the Princeton Golf Club, A Gypsy’s Heart, the Winking Pedlar, Almost New, Shoppers Drug Mart, Princeton Castle Resort and
Suzie’s Shoppe. Assisting the candidates for the evening were Princeton Ambassadors Megan Pateman and Taylor Gibb along with young models; Taelah and Aivry Thomas, Kabrie Hartwell, Sylvie Thomas, Marcus and Case Brodie. The next event on the candidates agenda promises to be full of talent and sweet treats. Speech Night and Chocolate Extravaganza will be held on Thursday, May 16 at 7 p.m., at the Princeton Legion Hall.
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MAY 2013
GENERAL ELECTION The following persons have been nominated as candidates for Boundary-Similkameen for the 40th Provincial General Election.
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Financial Agent:
Official Agent:
Sam Hancheroff BC NDP
David Ligertwood 15-45 Green Ave W, Penticton, BC, V2A 7E5
David Ligertwood 15-45 Green Ave W, Penticton, BC, V2A 7E5
John Kwasnica Green Party of BC
David Cursons 684 Coulthard Rd SS 2, Cawston, BC, V0X 1C2
Linda Margaret Larson BC Liberal Party
Debra McGinn PO Box 426, Kaleden, BC, V0H 1K0
Doug Pederson Independent
Daniel Robertson PO Box 612, Oliver, BC, V0H 1T0
Mischa Popoff
Kristine Cline 44 Cactus Cres RR 1, Osoyoos, BC, V0H 1V1
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District Electoral Offices: 8322 Main St Osoyoos, BC (250) 495-1260
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Grand Forks Sr Hall 565 71 Ave, Grand Forks, BC
Oliver Comm Centre 6359 Park Dr, Oliver, BC
Grand Forks Sr Hall 565 71 Ave, Grand Forks, BC
Big White Comm School 400 Happy Valley Rd, Kelowna, BC
Inkameep Comm Hall 6046 Sandpoint Dr, Oliver, BC
Rock Creek & Boundary Fair Pavilion 3880 Kettle Valley South Rd, Rock Creek, BC
Okanagan Falls Sr Centre 1128 Willow St, Okanagan Falls, BC
Cawston Comm Centre 2119 Main St, Cawston, BC
Kaleden Comm Centre 320 Lakehill Rd, Kaleden, BC
Snazaist Discovery Centre 161 Snazaist Rd, Hedley, BC
Oliver Comm Centre 6359 Park Dr, Oliver, BC
Christina Lake Comm Centre 90 Park Rd, Christina Lake, BC
McArthur Centre 346 S Copper Ave, Greenwood, BC
Sonora Comm Centre 8505 68th Ave, Osoyoos, BC
Rock Creek & Boundary Fair Pavilion 3880 Kettle Valley South Rd, Rock Creek, BC
Gospel Chapel 7048 Donaldson Dr, Grand Forks, BC
Midway Comm Centre 692 Seventh Ave, Midway, BC
Victory Hall 427 7th Ave, Keremeos, BC
Sonora Comm Centre 8505 68th Ave, Osoyoos, BC
Grand Forks Art Gallery 524 Central Ave, Grand Forks, BC
Okanagan Falls Sr Centre 1128 Willow St, Okanagan Falls, BC
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The $1,000 credit includes HST/GST/QST/PST as applicable by province. As part of the transaction, dealer will request current vehicle registration and/or insurance to prove ownership. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Void where prohibited by law. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See your GM dealer for details.
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420 EVA NICHOLE - from page 1
Beginning the thank-you’s, Harker began first and foremost by thanking his wife Myra and then Hank Rabe, Gord Walker and Burke Bullington. A special thanks was given to Kelowna Flight Craft for saving the jet from the scrap yard and to Captain Dave Eccott for giving the T-33 to Harker and his crew. The Town of Princeton, Dave Woodruff and the Airport Committee are very much appreciated for the support extended. Supplies and product for the plane were provided with thanks to; Envirogreen, Princeton Redi-Mix, Dana Stevens, Terry Wright, Mac’s Auto Parts, Image Emporium, Rolo Ceccon, Burke Bullington, Mike Grgich, Gerry Leduc, Jerry McKay, John Bey, FortisBC (Princeton crew), Dawn Gardner, Weyerhaeuser and Penticton Powder Coat.
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Wayne Bamford is appreciated for sharing his talent with painting of the T-33. Financial contributions from the following are greatly appreciated; Jim Byrne, John Allison, Ken Huff, Marg Rabe, Garry Harker, Legion Branch #56, Hank Rabe, Gord Walker, Len Harker, Russell Biagioni and Glen Sellers. Thanks as well, were given to Mac Lind Logging and operator Reed Lind, for placement of the T-33. Final landscaping work was done with the help of Hank Rabe, Roy Harker, Dana Stevens and John Haigh. To complete the dedication, emcee Councillor Jason Earle asked Gord Walker and his granddaughter Kate, to “release 420 Eva Nichole.” Wendy Bentley/Spotlight 420 Eva Nichole now ‘flies high and proud’ in 420 is the call sign of the T-33, Eva Nichole named for Roy Harker’s grandhonour of Squadron 217 and welcomes visitors daughter. to the Princeton Airport.
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PRINCETON TAXI................. 250-295-2727 Essential Massage............... 250-295-7980 Happy Home Inspection...... 250-295-5391 Princeton Health Centre..... 250-295-4442 Maiya’s European Spa........ 250-295-3640 Joan's Jewellery & Baskets.. 250-295-6509 Care A Lot Home Support... 250-295-1884 Sun Oka Appraisals........... 250-499-9565 Princeton Grocery................ 250-295-0290 The Winking Pedlar.............. 250-295-0820 Nugget Valley Gold.............. 250-295-1775 Sewn For You....................... 250-295-7663 Red Cross............................. 250-293-6467 Vermilion Forks Fitness...... 250-295-6099 Princeton Fire & Safety....... 250-295-0766 250-295-2552 Madysen Salway (Licenced Hair Stylist)......... Please Call
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Thumbs Up/Down Thumbs up to the young man who came back into Everything Pets last Thursday, just to carry my dog food out to my car! Thank you, so much! ~ Sandi Nolan Thumbs up to all the folks involved in the wind vane at the airport. 420 Eva Nichole is a terrific addition to Princeton and a great honour for Squadron 217!
St. Peter’s R.C. Parish 43 Billiter Avenue Princeton
250-295-3541 SUNDAY MASS SAturdAy: 6:00 Pm SundAy: 11:00 Am
Princeton Pentecostal Church (The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada)
165 Vermilion Avenue Beside the Museum, invites you to join with us in Sunday Worship 10:15 Children’s Sunday Safari 10:30 am Morning Worship Pastor Dave Janke 250-295-7951
St. Paul’s United Church Also serving the Anglican Community
Office: 250-295-7714
Name: Breeana Hyslop & Jade Marko Likes: Being with friends at Younglife Dislikes: Wearing so much Ice Cream!
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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.
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Baptist Church of Princeton
Across from Arena - Old Hedley Road Family Worship 10:00 am Prayer Meetings on Wednesday at 7:00 pm
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38 Kenley Avenue 10:30 Morning Worship
Pastor George Donovan Tel: 250-295-7733 CELL:250-293-6447
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Enjoy a diner burger at home Diners are a popular place to gather with friends and family for a hearty and often inexpensive meal. Many diners boast specialty items, but nearly every diner has hamburgers on its menu, and diner burgers are often made to perfection. But hamburger enthusiasts don’t need to head out to a local diner when craving a diner-style burger. Thanks to the following recipe for a “Hamburger With All the Fixins” from Jennifer Joyce’s “Diner” (Ryland, Peters & Small), you can now enjoy a diner-style hamburger from the comforts of your own dinner table.
ground black pepper 4 thick-seeded buns or Kaiser rolls
Hamburger With All the “Fixins” Serves 4 1 pound ground beef or ground sirloin 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and freshly
CAPRICORN: Capricorn, an event this week gets you fired up and excited. It could be the news you have been waiting to hear from work or from a significant other. AQUARIUS: Aquarius, knowing when to keep quiet can be difficult, especially when you suspect something is off-kilter. This week you will be put to the test. PISCES: Pisces, the week may begin somewhat aimlessly, but things will all come together by the middle of the week. ARIES: Aries, you may feel like you need to move faster to get ahead, but the opposite is true this week. Slow down and focus on the details and you will benefit. TAURUS: Taurus, though the first few days of the week may seem disastrous, hang in there and you will find things will turn around quite quickly. GEMINI: Gemini, sometimes you have to make some noise to be heard, which may seem out of character for you. If the cause is that important, you will do what is necessary. CANCER: Cancer, you can’t get enough of a certain thing, but you may need to pace yourself. Otherwise your interest may start to wane. A surprise situation arises on Thursday. LEO: Leo, there are things you need to say to a particular person in your life. But you do not know how to express your opinions in a way that’s easy to understand. Speak from the heart. VIRGO: You may be feeling a bit under the weather this week, Virgo. It’s likely due to you pushing your schedule to the limits. Schedule some recovery time for yourself. LIBRA: Libra, you need to rely on someone this week for a big project, but you don’t know who to choose. Make a list of your best prospects, and then you can narrow it down from there. SCORPIO: You can use a break from the daily grind, Scorpio. It might be time to plan a getaway. You may want to make this a solo trip so you can fully recharge. SAGITTARIUS: The truth can sometimes hurt a bit, Sagittarius. But a dose of honesty this week provides the reality check you have been needing. Make some changes. FOR ENTERTAINMENT ONLY
Fixins 4 tablespoons mayonnaise 4 pieces crisp iceberg lettuce 4 thin beefsteak tomato slices 16 pickle slices or peppadew peppers 4 paper-thin slices red onion Yellow mustard and ketchup
French fries, to serve In a medium bowl, mix the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Form into four equal-sized burger patties. Heat a grill pan or skillet until very hot. Lightly toast the buns and set aside. Season the burgers on both sides. Pan-fry the burgers over medium heat for about 3 minutes on each side for medium; cook slightly longer
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for well done. Alternatively, you can cook everything on an outdoor barbecue. Spread the mayonnaise and a little mustard on the bottom of each bun. Lay down a piece of lettuce and top with a burger. Squirt some ketchup on each and top with the tomatoes, pickle and onions. Top with the other side of the bun. Serve with french fries. PC135182
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DAPONTE, David Bernardo September 29, 1928 ~ April 28, 2013 It is with great sadness that we say farewell to a great husband, father and friend. David immigrated to Canada from Portugal in 1955 where he began his new life working to fulfill his life dreams. Eventually settling in the Coalmont/Tulameen, British Columbia area, he spent most of his working years with the Department of Highways. He leaves behind a loving family including devoted wife Maria Julieta, son David, daughter Linda (Darren), son Neil (Tania) as well as grandchildren Tanner, Skylar, Zachary, Jordan, and Alexis. Anyone privileged to have met or known David will know of his kind heart, unique ability to laugh and have fun with everyone of all ages, and commitment to accept everyone in to his home to enjoy their company. ~Dad will be truly missed, but not forgotten~
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PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR We are looking for a self-motivated Production Supervisor for our busy wood post manufacturing and treating facility in Princeton, BC. The successful candidate will be responsible for employee training and development, quality and cost control, production scheduling and safety. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years supervisory experience in an industrial production operation, a post mill or wood production facility preferred. Must have a high degree of resourcefulness, flexibility and adaptability; and the ability to plan, organize, develop and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc. Good leadership skills, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a proven track record are required. Please email your resume to elizabeth@pwppost.com. For further information about our company visit our website at www.pwppost.com. Only those selected for interviews with be contacted.
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Merchandise for Sale Friendly Frank 2 BEAUTIFUL grad gowns. Dark pink sz. 10 - 12 $50. White sz. 12 - 14 $75. 250295-3044 3 PORTABLE 4ft fluorescent lights/ballist with on/off switch on the cord. Great for the shop. $20/each. 250-295-3335 4 CAR WHEELS (rims) with tires. 5x15 bolt pattern 15� or 16�. $99. 250-295-3982 EIGHT MATCHING pressure treated planters. Four are 48�x21�x15� $20/each. Four are 20�x20�x15� $10/each. 250-295-7025 SET OF golf clubs, complete with bag, 3 woods, complete set of irons, putter and ball retriever all in good shape. Great for beginner or average golfer. $100 250-295-7050
Garage Sales
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? LIKE NEW soft Laz-E-Spa pump with heater & filter, cost $600 sell for $300. 250-2950427 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 BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
Misc. Wanted True Coin Collector Looking to Purchase Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold and Silver coins, Bills + Not melting down, Serious Collector. Call: Coin Couple 1-250-499-0251
Plants /Nursery SPRUCE tree SALE! Starting @ $69.-6’ft, Larger sizes available, 50 tree minimum order. Perfect for front yard, wind or privacy hedge. Call 1-778-436-8776 or email mk1786@telus.net
Real Estate For Sale By Owner
GARAGE/CARPORT SALE May 11,12 & 25,26. Everything from junk to collectable’s, tools, furniture, antiques, electronics, books,garden accessories etc. 750 Cedar Creek Rd. Gates open at 9 am for preview of antiques or details
BRAND NEW HOME featuring walkout basement, loft, cozy gas FP, 6 appliances,tall walls & 2 car garage. Trade your car truck or mobile home! $389,900 oac. Call Accent Homes. Toll Free 1-800-7823122 or 250-769-6614
MOVING SALE. Sunday May 12 167 First St. (Tulameen) Everything Must Go!
Charming Bright 4 year old home, built with quality materials, 3/4 ďŹ nished basement. Pictures available at. propertyguys.com B.C. #71207 Priced below BC Assessment value $154,900 574 Auburn Cr. 250-295-3335
Heavy Duty Machinery
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RETIRE IN Beautiful Southern BC, Brand New Park. Affordable Housing. COPPER RIDGE. Manufactured Home Park, New Home Sales. Keremeos, BC. Spec home on site to view. Please call 250-4627055. www.copperridge.ca
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.
Over 300 Choices Lowest Prices Guaranteed! Laminates - $0.59/sq ft Engineered - $1.99 sq ft Hardwood - $2.79 sq ft
2 Coats Any Colour
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161. M O N E Y P ROV I D E R . C O M $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.
Mobile Homes & Parks
APARTMENTS for rent. Quiet downtown location. Call 1-250292-8525 for more info.
(1) 250-899-3163
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Misc. for Sale COTTON CANDY machine (valued @ $1200). Sweet deal, ringmaster lite (no cart) with floss bubble (valued @ $400) used 30 hours, includes 8 pails of floss sugar, 4 different flavors (enough to generate approx. 600-2 oz bags @ $2/bag = $1200), some bags and cone. Take all for $750/Firm. 250-295-6260
Rentals
FLOORING SALE
3 Rooms For $299,
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Real Estate
Apt/Condo for Rent
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Services
Merchandise for Sale
Home Improvements
Painting & Decorating
Retired Handyman Seeking Casual Part-time work. Construction Painting Decks & Sidewalks Yard Work Reasonable Rates 250-295-0118
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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! 40’ Containers under $2500! Call Toll Free Also JD 544 & 644 wheel loaders JD 892D LC Excavator Ph. 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
The eyes have it Fetch a Friend from the SPCA today! spca.bc.ca
Want to Rent OLDER LADY looking to rent 1-2 bedroom home in Princeton with electric heat. Call 250295-7406, and leave a message.
Transportation
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Apartment Furnished FURNISHED 1 bedroom suite for rent in downtown Princeton. Level access. $450/month includes util. Need excellent ref’s, DD req. Avail. now. Call 1-604-484-2783 and leave a message.
Cottages / Cabins 1 BEDROOM cabin. Fully furnished. Includes internet & TV. $500/month + utilities. DD & Ref’s Req. N/pets. N/Noise ideal for shift workers. Avail. now. 250-295-6207
Duplex / 4 Plex 1 BEDROOM duplex, F/S. N/Pets. $425/month + Util. DD & Ref’s req. 250-295-3248
Homes for Rent 3 BEDROOM house on large lot, quiet street, 3rd bench. Many nice features, attached garage, $900/month. Avail. in May, we are renovating. Electric heat. Need 2 excellent references, No canine pets, (goldfish okay!) Call 250-2957827 for more details after 5 pm 3 BEDROOM house on shared acre, 10 minutes from town. Certified woodstove, electric heat. $800/month + util. Avail now. Small pet okay,(under 25 pounds) smoking outside. Call 1-778-8009423 or email: patricklindop@shaw.ca HOMES FOR RENT • OFFICE Space avail, in Medical building. Suit bookkeeper, aesthetician type. $400/month includes everything. • 1 BEDROOM upper suite in 4 plex, F/S/W/D. $625/month includes heat. • LARGE 2 bedroom + den home, wood stove, 7 acres, F/S/W/D, 25K out Princeton/Summerland rd. $1400/month + util. DD & Ref’s Req. For All! Call ~ Heather D~ for more listings. 250-295-8025
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Scrap Car Removal “WANTED� Scrap Cars, Trucks, Metal. U Call I Haul. Scrap Metal & Vehicles can be dropped off @ 680 Old Mill Rd. Cash for some. 250-295-5102
Trucks & Vans 2003 TOYOTA 4 Runner Limited, 275,000 km hwy miles. V8, FT 4 wheel drive, leather, full option load incl. sun roof. All options work, no CD changer. Clean interior, motor and drive train excellent. Well maintained. $9000 in Penticton. 1-250-462-4441
Boat Accessories 4.5 HP JOHNSON outboard motor. Runs good, just spent $250/on a tune-up. $500 250295-7480
Boats 12 FT. MIRROCRAFT boat. 9.9 Suzuki outboard motor, removable seat in good shape, low hours. All for $1,600 250295-0427
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CHIMNEY Lake waterfront near Williams Lake in the Cariboo. 3BR with geothermal and rental cabin. Propertyguys.com # 702896 (250)305-6627 $499,000
LOOKING TO RENT acreage or industrial land with shop to either rent, care take or lease to own. Have many references Call 250-295-5453, please leave a message
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Business & Service Directory AIR CONDITIONING
DARYL CLARKE
AUTOMOTIVE
* now open 6 days a week!
Huffy’s Auto Repair
Certified Septic Design & Installations / Foundation Excavations Water, Electric & Sewer Line Installations / Landscaping & Clearing
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
Phone: 250-295-0095
Ph: 250-295-6458
BEDDING & PELLET
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327 Laurie Currie Way PO Box 948 Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0
Copperhill Lanes
Owner
D a n Wo y c h e s h e n
Sales & Delivery
Ph: 250-295-0606 Fax: 250-295-6588
250-295-6500 250-295-6552
CONTRACTOR
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 5
025
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
ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY
50 :2
Reichert Sales & Service Ltd
Family Fun Bowling & Lounge
YOUR AD HERE
5-29
CAN-AM SKIDOO
BOWLING
Brian Coyne
Bedding & Pellet
Cell: 250-293-6021
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
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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
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otterrock@nethop.net
POST SALES
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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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Stampin Up Scrapbooking and Card Making Supplies
N & L SERVICES
YOU DON’T KNOW HOW WELL I FEEL... MY OWNER TOOK ME TO NEAL!
2 Licenced Mechanics
250-295-0005
AUTO PARTS MAC’S AUTO PARTS 193 Vermilion Ave. Ph: 250-295-6944
For more details and workshops Call Penny @ 250-295-7088 BIN & DISPOSAL Brian Coyne Owner
327 Laurie Currie Way PO Box 948 Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0
Ph: 250-295-0606 Fax: 250-295-6588
BOTTLE DEPOT
CABINETS
THE HUT
Jim Shales Cell: 250-295-8012 kvc@nethop.net
Bottle Depot WE ACCEPT ALL POP, JUICE, WATER, MILK LIQUOR AND BEER CONTAINERS HOURS: 11 AM - 4 PM DAILY CLOSED TUESDAYS AND STAT HOLIDAYS
367 HWY. 3
YOUR AD HERE
CONTRACTOR
ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY
Nick Itterman Contracting
GARDEN CENTRE Don & Anna’s Greenhouses
OPEN:
GENERAL CONTRACTING
•RENOVATIONS •FRAMING •FINISHING Cell: (250) 295-1386 Phone: (250) 293-6741
Sunday 10:30 am - 4:00 pm
224 Bridge Street Princeton BC 250-295-2552
Email: don_annas@nethop.net
RECYCLE/COLLECTION
SIMILKAMEEN RURAL COLLECTION & RECYCLE
We go where the rest won’t
250-295-7705
ROOFING SERVICES 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
•10% Seniors Discount
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
RAY MICHAUD
email: roofer.101@hotmail.com
Toll Free 1-877-299-ROOF (7663) Princeton: 250-295-3643 Fax: 250-295-3472 FREE ESTIMATES • ALL WORK GUARANTEED
Email: mlaska@nethop.net
PET GROOMING Barking Bubbles Dog Grooming Karrie Crucil Owner 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
Phone:(250)499-5785
Light hauling services avaialable
FLOORING SERVICE
Madysen Salway Licensed Hair Stylist
#31 Ashnola Road, Keremeos, BC V0X 1N1
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!”
HAIRSTYLIST
Mon. - Sat. 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 4 km West of Keremeos (Near Red Bridge)
new downtown Showroom loCation
Now Accepting MILK Containers!
250-295-3835
$15.00 PER WEEK
HONDA WATER PUMPS, TILLERS, LAWN MOWERS, GENERATORS, SNOW BLOWERS
RESTAURANT
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
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
SCRAPBOOKING
SEPTIC SERVICES
Stampin Up Scrapbooking and Card Making Supplies For more details and workshops Call Penny @ 250-295-7088
Sakchai Rick Chaicomdee
#
F1rst Choice
SEPTIC SERVICE Septic Cleaning Outhouse Rentals & Sales Mark Riegling
Owner /Operator
250-295-4191
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PRINCETON REALTY
224 Bridge Street, Princeton, B.C. Tel: (250) 295-6977 Fax: (250) 295-3411 The Local Experts
www.princetonbc.com
104-66 Angela Ave
B-103 Brandlmayr
3101 Pr.-S’lnd Road
2251 Old Hedley Road
MLS 141611 Fabulous 1st time buyer or rental/retirement apartment. Recently fully renovated, close to Rotary Park and Tulameen River. $139,000.00
MLS 142487 Clean single level duplex in exclusive adult strata complex is perfect for retired’s or the working professional. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. $219,900.00
MLS 142546 Fantastic piece of creekfront acreage comes complete with 1986 covered, travel trailer with deck. Drilled well, pump house. $169,900.00
MLS 141839 Fabulous newer 2 bedroom home just 20 minutes from Princeton. on .44 acre lot. Features skylights and laminate flooring. $299,900.00
602 Hwy 5A
277 Riverside Ave.
905 Allenby Road
60-473 Corina Avenue
MLS 142269 This one is a gem! Only minutes from Princeton, enjoy utter privacy with spectacular views and 13.20 rolling acres. $450,000.00
MLS 142262 All the work has been done in this turn key, 2 bedroom home perfect for the first time buyers or retirement. $185,000.00
MLS 137181 20 acres only minutes from town. This property boasts amazing views that take your breath away. $379,000.00
MLS 142453 Totally renovated and like new on the inside. Well maintained, private lot home located in Deblyn Mobile Home Park. $39,900.00
2200 Highway 5A
586 East Similkameen
218 Tulameen Ave
341 Nechiefman Street
MLS 141659 Come unwind by the lake. Beautiful cottage, renovated in 2007 offers year-round recreational activities. Boat access only. $219,000.00
MLS 140626 One of a kind hobby farm that’s set up for horses. Eight year old rancher with wrap around deck. 3 paddocks, barn and chicken coups. $699,900.00
MLS 142348 Contigent, sublect to Court approval. Corner location close to downtown and parks. Home needs TLC but has potential. $109,00.00
MLS 140415 Lots of updates make this clean, well maintained 3 bed, 2 bath home ideal for the family. Located in quiet cul-de-sac. $259,900.00
22 - 263 Hwy 3
118 Ridgewood Drive
117 Tapton Avenue
2971 Crestview Road
MLS 142560 Princeton’s finest park offers affordable living! Conveniently situated next to public pool, tennis courts & baseball for active living. $75,000.00
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
MLS 138308 28 x 100’ lot right across from the Valley First Credit Union. Currently zoned C-@business. Excellent exposure. $69,500.00
MLS 142319 Lake view cabin on Allison Lake. Almost 1/4 acre lot has room to pack the RV & toys. 2 beds, 1 bath. $154,900.00
103 Copperhead Road
505 E Similkameen Rd.
137 Tapton Ave.
956 Richter Ave.
MLS 141612 Come enjoy the view form your deck. This home features 2 beds, 2 bath & walkout basement. $389,900.00
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
MLS 141993 Beautifully designed 4000 sq/ft retail and office building in prime city location. High traffic street close to strip mall. $699,900.00
MLS 141391 Cute as a button bedroom home on large lot in Hedley. Home has been well maintained, perfect for a couple or rental unit. $109,900.00
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
STOP BY TO SEE YOUR LOCAL EXPERT TODAY
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SpotlightNEWS
Life wouldn’t be the same without mining. Think you don’t need mining? Mining helps us with just about every aspect of our modern lives. Cell phones, computers, appliances, bicycles, buses, cars, homes and electricity are just a few of the things that require minerals and metals. Besides that, mining is one of BC’s biggest generators of jobs and tax revenue.
Wendy Bentley/Spotlight Left to right: Legion members, Doreen Poulsen, Jean Lindsay, Wayne Terepocki, Chuck Whitlock, Bernadette Kelleher and president, Jim Turner stand ‘on guard’ while Sgt. Jay Harker, Mayor Frank Armitage and Legion Ambassador Candidate Destiny Earle reveal the dedication plaque and donor silhouettes during the dedication of 420 Eva Nichole on Saturday, May 4.
VFFN Bountiful birds Janis Wright
Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists
Members of the Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists delighted in a full day of birding on Saturday, April 27, as 11 of us, led by Trish Reid, ambled for hours along the back roads of the South Okanagan Valley. Our diligence was rewarded, for we observed 52 species of birds, including Whitethroated Swifts and Canyon Wrens at the bluffs across from Vaseux Lake. We spotted several turtles at the aptly named Turtle Pond, and a myriad of ducks at Blue Lake, including the
uncommon Redhead. Later in the day we were lucky enough to see a Peregrine Falcon, as well as a Roughlegged Hawk. Our dispositions were as sunny as the weather with all these avian sightings! Our next field trip will be led by Blaine Marsel, who will take us hiking up the Cinder Cone on May 11. Confirm with Blaine at 295-3404 and meet at Billy’s at 9 a.m. Our next meeting will be held May 14, 7 p.m .,at Riverside Centre, when guest speaker Murphy Schewchuk will give a presentation on strategies for fine nature photography. Please join us.
Spring Scarves • Lots of Mother’s Day Ideas! • Come see our great selection of Women’s Spring Scarves!
#1 - 136 Tapton • Princeton Plaza • 250-295-0657
Who needs mining? We all do. Ask your candidate where they stand. Go to votemining.ca
Whether they’re out of it or into it
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PRINCETON BC PRESENTS
2013
Stan Thompson MEMORIAL RODEO
PHOTO BY KAT NAIR
MAY 11th & 12th 2013 Sunflower Downs Princeton BC PERFORMANCES 1:30pm Daily
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West Coast Thunder Drill Team Clown - JJ Harrison Announcer - Al Parsons Stock - C+ Rodeos Half Time Kids Games
May 10th 9am Stan Thompson Memorial Team Roping Event MAY 11th
Saturday Night Music/Dance - The Ken McCoy Band ADMISSION
Adult $15 • Weekend P ass $25 Seniors (60+) $10 • W eekend Pass $17
LOCAL ENTRIES April 27th 2013 - 10am to 2pm Call 250.295.7479
Kids (13-1
8) $10 • W e 12 and un ekend Pass $17 der FREE BRITISH COLUMBIA RODEO ASSOCIATION
C H R Y S L E R
rodeobc.com 250.398.4104