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What happened during the 13 seconds a twice-convicted killer was outside a Penticton strip club with a man who later died from head injuries has finally come to light. Michael Richard Beauchamp, 43, pleaded guilty last week to the manslaughter death of 53-year-old Terrence Dale Wooley, who was found unconscious outside Slack Alice’s Show Pub on April 24, 2009, and died a month later. Beauchamp had been scheduled to go to trial on a charge of second-degree murder, but instead pleaded guilty to the lesser charge. On Friday in B.C. Supreme Court in Penticton, a judge went along with a joint submission from Crown and defence and sentenced Beauchamp to 12 years in jail with five years’ credit for time served. He can apply for early release after serving onethird of the new time. “It’s not that long. He’ll get out and do it to somebody else,” the victim’s brother, Vern, said outside court. According to the agreed statement of facts, read out by Crown counsel John Swanson, surveillance cameras at Slack Alice’s, which was destroyed by fire in 2012, recorded Wooley arriving at the bar around 11:44 p.m. He ordered a double-whisky, argued with the bartender about the price, then quickly downed the drink and slammed the glass onto the bar. The glass shattered and shards landed on nearby patrons and in an ice bin. A bouncer ran over to Wooley, punched him once in the head and took him down to the floor, at which point the cameras lost sight of the victim. A camera did record a second bouncer joining the fray and “making a stomping motion in the area where Mr. Wooley is lying on the ground,” Swanson said, but the staffer denied to police that he “kicked or stomped” the victim. The second bouncer then dragged Wooley by his shirt collar across the floor of the

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SHERIFFS TAKE Michael Richard Beauchamp to a waiting vehicle at the back of Penticton court house last week after he plead guilty to a 2009 manslaughter charge. He was sentenced to 12 years in jail, with five years’ credit for time served on Friday.

bar and out a back door, then re-entered the club a few seconds later. Shortly after Wooley was deposited outside, Beauchamp disappeared out the same door, then returned inside just 13 seconds later. A waitress went out to help the unconscious Wooley and told police he was bleeding from his ears, and his head was covered in blood. An ambulance arrived soon after to take him to hospital. He never regained consciousness and died a month later in a hospice house. An autopsy found he died from pneumonia that resulted from a “compromised re-

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spiratory system from head injuries,” Swanson said. In the months that followed, Mounties organized a Mr. Big undercover sting to elicit a confession from Beauchamp. The court didn’t hear details of the operation, but the RCMP typically convince a target that Mr. Big, an undercover ofﬁcer, is actually a crime boss who can make the suspect’s legal problems go away once he confesses details of past crimes. Swanson said Beauchamp told Mr. Big that he kicked Wooley in the head outside Slack Alice’s and that the victim’s “head had smashed against a power pole.” A neurologist who examined Wooley

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concluded only that he had been struck by at least two blows, resulting in a skull fracture. Swanson said there remains a reasonable doubt about whether Beauchamp’s kick ultimately led to Wooley’s death. The Crown counsellor said outside court that Mounties interviewed bar staff, but found they acted appropriately given they had to ensure other patrons’ safety, so police didn’t recommend charges. Defence counsel Robert Claus told the court his client admitted Wooley’s death was “an unintended consequence of a violent act that commenced with others and concluded with the involvement of Mr. Beauchamp.” Claus said Beauchamp, who has two kids and worked last as a tattoo artist, “viewed himself as a friend of the bar staff,” and his actions were an attempt to help them. The court heard that both Beauchamp and Wooley were drunk on the night in question and that the 31 prior convictions on Beauchamp’s criminal record are all related to substance abuse. Given a chance to address the court Friday, Beauchamp told the judge, “I don’t wish to say anything right now.” He also avoided eye contact with eight members of Wooley’s family who were seated in the gallery. In her reasons for sentence, Justice Jeanne Watchuk said she considered Beauchamp’s criminal record and Wooley’s defenceless state at the time of the kick to be aggravating factors. She counted as mitigating factors both Beauchamp’s guilty plea, which spared ﬁve weeks of court time for a case that involved complex legal and medical issues, and the accused’s intoxication the night of the crime. Watchuk also noted that Beauchamp’s 2002 conviction in Ontario for manslaughter, for which he received a 10 years for killing an ex-girlfriend’s three-year-old daughter, meant his latest required a “step up” to 12 years. He was also handed concurrent two-year sentences on ﬁve counts of assault and uttering threats against the woman with whom he was living in Penticton prior to his arrest in March 2010.

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Harley draw — Chairman Tyrone duerr of the OSNS Child development Centre board of directors reads the name of the Kelowna winner of the 2013 Harley davidson Heritage Softail motorcycle after drawing Cornel Hanson’s name from the bin held by centre executive director Judy Sentes Sunday. linda Nabe of St. andrews by the lake won the 2012 yamaha Scooter in the early bird draw. The motorcycle raffle is one of the major fundraisers for the earlyintervention centre which helps children grow to their potential through a variety of support services.

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An early morning swim almost turned tragic when a group mixing alcohol and swimming had to be rescued from Osoyoos Lake on Saturday. Osoyoos RCMP said they received a report at approximately 1:43 a.m. that several people had jumped off the bridge on Main Street and had been swept out into Osoyoos Lake. Mounties responded with the police boat, and other officers confirmed that two females and one male had been swept far from shore toward Haynes Point and all were screaming for help in the dark. The three were in distress as they were under the influence of alcohol and were not wearing life jackets, said RCMP. Two police officers in the area summoned help from a civilian (from Burnaby) who had a boat close by. A search was conducted using the RCMP boat, the private boat and three men (from Coquitlam, Port Moody, and Forest Grove) who had been on shore and heard the screams for help. They paddled out in a small dingy to assist. The men were able to pull the 24-year-old female from Grand Forks into the dingy as the rescue boats arrived. The male was located in the water and was thrown a life vest to stay afloat as he was struggling to stay above water, while the second 28-year-old female from Kelowna was pulled to the safety of the private rescue boat from the side of the dingy where she was keeping afloat. The 28-year-old man from Kelowna was pulled to the safety of the police boat in an exhausted condition and the female in the dingy was also transferred into the boat. The male and two females were transported to the awaiting BC Ambulance paramedics who examined them on shore. All three were cold but suffered no injuries and were released by BC Ambulance. RCMP said the three are very fortunate to have been located and rescued in the dark. The strong current had pushed them far out into the lake and more than half way to Haynes Point. “Alcohol and water are a bad combination and had it not been for the quick response and efforts from the men from shore with the dingy, the private boat operator, Osoyoos RCMP officers and police boat this could have ended in a triple tragedy,” said Sgt. Kevin Schur.

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Canada Day bash Mark Brett

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Gyro Park was awash in a sea of red and white on Monday. The laughter and music echoing throughout the downtown, as thousands gathered to celebrate Canada’s 146th birthday. For much of the day and long into the night, the revelry continued, as young and old, shared the joy of living in such a wonderful country. “Canada is an amazing place and we should never forget just how good we have it here,” said Paul Lamoureux, who is in the Peach City with a group of friends from the coast. “The freedoms that we have to go wherever we want, whenever we want is the message we want to send to our kids. Right now they only see what’s in front of them but one day we want them to understand that as Canadians. “When they get older the kids will remember coming to Penticton every year and the reason we celebrated Canada Day.” Standing with three-year-old Ryleigh Lucas perched on his shoulders he couldn’t help but laugh at the kids dancing to the music in front of the stage. “This is all about them,” he said. “A lot of people take it for granted because

they don’t know any different but when you get out in this big world of ours and you see how little other people have and just how great our country is, I can’t help but feel blessed every time I come home.” Someone else at the park with a youngster in tow was David Snyder, who was with his grandson Jonny Snyder. David is the father of Jonathan Snyder the Canadian soldier who died in Afghanistan in 2008. Jonny is named after his uncle and is the son of Adam Snyder. David agreed with the importance of instilling a sense of patriotism in kids at an early age. “This is important,” he said sitting in the shade at a picnic bench. “This is nice to see lots of people out, it is a family day and it’s nice to see a lot of children out with their dads and grandfathers.” The day’s festivities began in the morning with the pancake breakfast with acting Penticton Mayor Garry Litke demonstrating his flipping prowess and kicked into high gear at noon with the cutting of the giant Canada Day cake. Former city council colleagues MP Dan Albas and recently-elected MLA and former Penticton mayor Dan Ashton joined the other volunteers in dishing up the sweets. As in past celebrations, the night ended with a bang with the fireworks exhibition at the Lakeside Resort.

Canada Day celebrations (from top) included the dishing up of the giant cake by MP Dan Albas (left) and MLA Dan Ashton, plenty of bubbles from the young participants, some cultural music by Amigo Diego Alcaraz and lots of smiles like those on the faces of Paul Lamoureux and three-year-old Ryleigh Lucas. Find more photos and video of Canada Day in Gyro Park at www.pentictonwesternnews.com. Mark Brett/Western News

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Small earthquake mistaken for gas explosion deputy fire chief Dave Spalding. “We canvassed the whole area and the streets surrounding and found nothing.” The call originally came in from the RCMP who called dispatch to say there was possibly an explosion caused by natural gas on Wilton Crescent. Spalding said

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A small earthquake is what is believed to be behind a report of a possible natural gas explosion Friday morning in Penticton. “It looks like it was probably related to that seismic event,” said

there was no gas seen and no smell, but that is what they assumed because of the reports made. As it turned out the earthquake caused the rumble, not a gas explosion. Alison Bird, a seismologist from Natural Resources Canada, said

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on what kind of ground you are on and the buildings, that sort of thing,” she said. The fire department

their community is at and what areas need to be addressed,” said McRann, executive director for the Community Foundation of the South Okanagan. “The report is an important discussion piece for our communities as it indicates issues that are facing our citizens.” The foundation is picking up from their initial survey, released in 2011, called Vital Signs. Statistical data and community input will be collected for the second Vital Signs Report with a focus on all communities within the boundaries of the RDOS. “The great thing about the program is that it is in approximately 30 other communities

across the country so we have other successes to look to,” said McRann. The inaugural report showed Penticton had its work cut out on housing, the gap between the rich and the poor and work, which all received a D+ grade or lower. The grades were based on the public’s opinion from 660 respondents, but this time they are hoping for over 1,000. “I am very curious to see if there will be some changes, and I think there will be, but I don’t think there has been a dent in it yet. All of these things are big issues and they aren’t going to change immediately,” said McRann. “I’m as curious as the next person to see what

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the earthquake occurred about 17 kilometres west of Penticton and was a magnitude 2. “It was felt in Penticton, Naramata and a couple other close-by communities. It is not really threatening in any way to cause damage, just a lot of people felt it. Apparently it made a lot of noise so a lot of people thought it might be an explosion and it was only later they realized it was an earthquake,” said Bird. The seismologist said there are many factors that determine if an earthquake could cause damage. “It would have to be right on top to even get

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An argument over money that was apparently put on paper was also later put to the jury at Keith Wiens’ murder trial. The retired Mountie is accused of second-degree murder in the August 2011 shooting death of his common-law wife Lynn Kalmring at their Penticton home. His trial began in May in B.C. Supreme Court in Kelowna. Near the beginning of the proceedings, the jury was given a letter recovered by a police officer at the couple’s townhouse in the gated community of Sandbridge.

The letter was not read into the record, so a reporter for Infotel News then applied to the court for access, which was granted late last week. The three-page letter dated Jan. 1, 2011, was addressed to “Lynn” and signed by “K.” It was written in black pen, however, it also features comments written in pencil that appear to have been added later. It begins: “I don’t take kindly to be told “f-- you”… however that’s alright. I can accept it!! One of my 2011 goals is for financial success for both of us, however I can no longer do it alone on the Arizona house, I

am sorry to say.” The letter goes on to suggest Lynn begin paying $291 month to cover her half of the expenses on a summer home in Arizona, or the property might have to be sold. “So ... seeing it is in both our names, I am going to suggest we sell it ... giving you a very nice profit for doing f--- all. (financially speaking),” K wrote. Added in pencil is the comment: “Do what u need to do — but please don’t threaten me.” K goes on: “I think love is a great thing, however starting January, 2011 it will be a two way street regarding financial matters, and I

will get into Canadian property starting February 2011, once again to make love a 2 way street.” Both references to love were crossed out with pencil, as was a later mention of getting married, which was replaced with “not anymore.” The letter concludes: “Love you, K” Earlier in the trial, the jury heard evidence that the couple had been arguing about money in the days before Kalmring was killed. The jury also heard that Wiens called 911 on the night of her death and told a dispatcher he had a made “a big, huge

Okanagan just shy of heat records Western News Staff

Just as forecasters warned last week, an early spell of summer heat smashed temperature records across B.C. on Monday, although Penticton came up a few degrees short. According to Environment Canada, the temperature at the airport here topped out at 32.5 C, well off the record high of 36.6 C set in 1987. Summerland got up to 32.8 C, just shy of the 34 C record set there in 2006, and Osoyoos, which hit 36 C, came close to its record of 36.6 C set in 2008.

Elsewhere, however, it was a different story. Princeton sweltered with a high of 36.7, which smashed the previous mark of 31.9 C set in 1995. According to a summary prepared by Environment Canada, temperature records were met or exceeded at 30 stations across B.C. The hottest place in the province was Lytton, where the temperature reached 40.5 C. As of Tuesday morning, Environment Canada was forecasting cooler temperatures for the week ahead, with daytime maximums in Penticton around 30 C through Saturday.

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A donation fund has now been fully disbursed to people affected by the Testalinden Dam collapse. In the wake of the June 2010 disaster near Oliver, the public donated $43,500 to help people on 26 properties that were evacuated when the dam breached and a wall of mud raced downslope. The funds were distributed by the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen, which issued a press release last week to confirm all the money is spoken for. About $13,400 was handed out in August and September of

2010 in the form of food vouchers, while the balance was tied up during settlement of insurance and provincial assistance claims. The RDOS was later provided a list of people who still had unmet needs and the final $28,890 was evenly split among 12 parties. RDOS communications co-ordinator Andrew Stuckey said the last cheque was cut in late May. A report released one month after the mudslide blamed a litany of errors for the Testalinda Dam breach that caused the massive mudslide. At the time the dam burst it had been the subject of

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mistake,” and, “something got out of hand here tonight.” Kalmring was found with a kitchen knife in

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EDITORIAL Record numbers turn out to celebrate Canada and Penticton Canada just celebrated its 146th birthday this week, which means very little to the rest of the world — except perhaps to our visitors from the south who asking why we celebrated July 4 three days early. But while we aren’t overly demonstrative about our patriotism — Canadian schools don’t start each day with a ﬂag ceremony, for example — we are, as a whole, quietly proud of our country and our nation. There are many misconceptions about Canada out there. We don’t say “aboot” and the land isn’t covered in snow and ice most of the year — as record breaking temperatures came across the province aptly demonstrated. And we don’t all love hockey, though if you were of an age in 1972, each and every one of us can tell you where we were when Paul Henderson scored “the goal heard round the world.” It’s the kind of quiet patriotism that leads to us turning out in record numbers here in Penticton not just for the ﬁreworks in the evening sponsored by the Lakeside Resort or the bands playing in the Gyro Park bandshell, but for a quieter start to the day at the annual Canada Day pancake breakfast. Quota International, one of the groups organizing the event, reports that their tent sold more pancakes and sausages than any other year. “It is that one special day when we, as a nation, come together and celebrate all that we love about our country,” said Okanagan-Coquihalla MP Dan Albas. There are many stereotypes about Canadians PENTICTON WESTERN — most of them exist because they’re true. We do say please and thank you a lot, and as Penticton’s Shane Koyczan resoundingly put it, We Are More (http://youtu.be/VWZwIpvGQXw). And yes, we do say “eh?” a lot. But given the choice between that and “huh?” let’s stick with eh, eh?

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Clark resumes Campbell arrogance Call it the Beach Blanket Budget. Despite having to campaign once again to win a seat in a byelection, Premier Christy Clark has ordered the legislature to sit without her through most of July to pass the budget that was tabled before the election. This rare summer session ensures a couple of things. First, there will be less time for real ﬁnancial results to contradict the rosy predictions made by Finance Minister Mike de Jong in February. Second, it ensures that there will be minimum public attention paid to the deliberations, as people focus on their summer vacations and put the business of running the province aside again. B.C. Liberal house leader Mike de Jong insists there has been no decision made on whether the legislature will sit again in the fall. The standard schedule, put in place under former premier Gordon Campbell, calls for MLAs to assemble in October and November, to consider legislation, after a spring devoted to the budget and ministry spending.

Tom Fletcher

B.C. Views This was a serious reform that went along with four-year scheduled elections. But Campbell soon abandoned this noble approach, with fall sessions dwindling to a few days to deal with urgent issues or disappearing altogether. I expected Clark to reverse that after she led the party to victory in May and consigned the Campbell era to the history books. Open, accountable government and all that. So why the summer session? I’m inclined to agree with NDP house leader John Horgan, who meets privately with de Jong in his role of government house leader to thrash out schedules. Here’s Horgan’s message to

Clark and her government as he emerged from the latest meeting: “You ran on a platform that you claimed you were ready to implement. And what we’re getting instead is, ‘let’s jam ’em in here while the media’s on holidays, while people are at the beach thinking about other things. We’ll pass our bogus budget and then we’ll see you in February’.” Is the budget accurate, or “bogus,” or somewhere in between? They’re always projections, so that can’t be determined until next year. But the proposal to keep the increase in overall spending to less than two per cent, with nearly all the increase going to health and education, is difficult to accept. During his time, Campbell topped the Fraser Institute’s ranking of most fiscally responsible premiers, limiting spending growth to 4.4 per cent. During those same years, average provincial economic growth was only 4.1 per cent, meaning that under the supposedly tight-fisted, tax-cutting Campbell, government continued to grow to more than 20 per cent of gross domestic product. Clark has indicated several

times since her surprise election win that she intends to make government smaller. That’s the difference between her “core review” of government programs and the one conducted by Campbell in the painful ﬁrst years of his mandate. This is why I mentioned last week that one of the more signiﬁcant instructions given to Clark’s cabinet ministers was to examine turning the Liquor Distribution Branch into a separate corporation with its own board of directors. That in itself may slightly increases the size of government. But it could be a preliminary step to selling the whole thing off and reducing the government’s role to taxing and regulating booze sales. You can imagine how that would go over with the NDP, with former liquor store union boss George Heyman among the loudest opposition MLAs. This is the kind of change that should be debated in public, not by press release. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Community steps up for minor league ball South Okanagan Minor Baseball Association would like the opportunity to brag about what a great city we live in and represent. We are very proud that other organizations look forward to coming to our city and playing on the best fields in B.C. Every year we ask companies in this city for help through sponsorship and every year they step up and help the players in this sport. Their generosity this year gave the South Okanagan Minor Baseball Association the opportunity to field two competitively strong teams. They were able to train and condition in the game of baseball, play in B.C. minor league play

and participate in tournaments from the Interior to Spokane. They have yearround, sound leadership and guidance by experienced coaches, who are helping the players to develop their athletic skills and fulfill their post-secondary aspirations. None of this could have happened without everyone’s support, so SOMBA would like to thank these fantastic people: Dan Barker Law Corporation, Penticton Towing, ADS Weatherdek Canada, Tight lines Contracting, Big O Tire Penticton/Summerland, Action Vacuum, Valley Wide Lawn Care, Nu Floors, Mykonos, CIBC Wood Gundy,

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Contributions to the cost of government by property owners outside of the city of Penticton do not add up. After reading a recent letter to the editor it is time to set the facts straight. Pentictonites not only pay to work, shop and recreate in the city; they also pay dearly for the cost of local government. Property owners in Penticton are subsidizing property owners in other areas that use Penticton’s municipal infrastructure. A property in Penticton pays almost 70 per cent more on average to municipal government than properties that are taxed outside of the city of Penticton. For example, a property on West Bench worth $400,000 would pay about $1,920 per year when a property in the city of Penticton that is worth $400,000 would pay $3,260. Penticton’s city council should immediately begin to take steps to lower the tax burden on Penticton residents and manage the cost of local government through policy changes such as annexations, non-resident user fees, eliminating subsidies to the RDOS and so on. Wayne Llewellyn Penticton

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I don’t know too much about the Perseus Winery and surrounding residential area, but it seems to me that if a winery has already been allowed in this area, the owners should be able to enhance their business by providing food or small meals. I’m all for increasing tourist trade and business opportunity in Penticton and surrounding area. Diane Lindsay Penticton

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in to public pressure and rescinded the raises that were announced earlier this month. For now. Did she really cave, or is it just another election ploy to get her into office and win the West Kelowna riding? What do you think? The great swami predicts that after the byelection, if the Liberals win, the porkos will be rushing right back to the feeding trough and those raises will be reinstated faster than you can say Jack Robinson. If this comes to pass, if I were Adrian Dix and the NDP, I would be going for a no confidence vote immediately. We simply must step up and put a leash on these runaway Liberal politicians who all seem to have extreme delusions of self importance.

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It was Adam Fitzpatrick’s lucky charm that finally broke him down after being crowned the top professional at the Penticton Pacific Northwest Elvis Festival on Sunday. Sitting in the front row was his girlfriend Sandi. “I was fine until I saw her bawling her eyes out after my name was called winner. I was singing my song with the band after they announced it and I kind of fell apart for some of it,” said Fitzpatrick, who performed The Wonder Of You for his finale as the pro category winner. “It is the song that put me in the Top 15 in Memphis last year, it is one of Sandi and mine’s songs that I think of her when I sing it, it is my parents’ song and the name of my latest CD.” Fitzpatrick was in the zone singing Can’t Stop Loving You and How Great Thou Art in Sunday’s finals. Judges left only a small margin separating Fitzpatrick from the second-placed pro Ben Klein, who had previously won the division in 2005 and 2008. “One point,” said Fitzpatrick, still reeling from how close it was and how much talent there was at the festival. “I was confident because I knew I did my absolute best, but it is always shocking when you hear your name, especially against Ben Klein who won two times before and placed second at the Ultimate Elvis Competition in Memphis before. He is a very respected and big name in the business.” Fitzpatrick, who tours under the Elvis Evolution production, will hit the road to compete in North Carolina next week. He already has gigs set up and will compete in the Images of The King festival in Memphis in early August. His win in Penticton earns him a berth to the semifinals of the biggest

Elvis tribute artist contest, Ultimate Elvis Competition in Memphis from Aug. 14 to 17. Festival organizer Terry Michels said they saw some of the best crowds the event has ever had. He believes part of that was the draw of Fitzpatrick. “You couldn’t have written it any better,” he said. “If we could have asked for a script that would have been it. He will represent us so well down there.” Michels said after being down in attendance last year, mostly due to the bad weather that plagued the outdoor portion of the festival, this year they made it up. The headliner show of Chris Connor was within 200 seats of a sellout and the finals were also close to selling out. Sunday’s gospel event also had large numbers show up. “We already sold 200 tickets to next year’s show,” said Michels. “It’s growing and unbelievable. Most of these festival’s last 10 to 14 years maybe, but I think because of the younger crowd that I saw this year, we will go on for a long time. One competitor told us this is a first-class event. He didn’t make it to the finals and asked us right away if it was too early for him to enter next year.” Dressed in oversized, shiny Elvis glasses Jamey Pye and Jo Foster said they had been coming from Edmonton to attend the festival ever since it started. Pye said it is good, clean fun and the festival takes them back in time. “When you hear the songs you can close your eyes and it just takes you back to those times. It’s just like you never left.”

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Two years ago, Maria Carr’s 14-year-old daughter was in rough shape and the Penticton mom had no idea how to get her to a medical specialist in Vancouver. “She wouldn’t have made the five-hour journey” by vehicle, Carr said. “It was too difficult for her to travel.” Daughter Kianna had an undiagnosed kidney condition but wasn’t sick enough to require an air ambulance ride, so a commercial flight appeared to be the only option, but a rapidly changing date with the specialist complicated matters. “I didn’t know what to do,” Carr said. Finally, a nurse suggested she ask Hope Air for help. The non-profit provides free flights for people like Kianna who need to visit an out-of-town specialist, but have difficulty either arranging, or affording, air travel. “I literally, when I got home, picked up the phone, told them what was happening and that’s all I had to do,” Carr said. “It was such a scary time, I just couldn’t deal with everything,” she continued. “They were there, they were organized, and everything was no problem.” Kianna, now 16, made it to Vancouver, had a biopsy done, got help for her condition and is now recovering her health. She’s one of hundreds of Penticton residents who have received a flight from Hope Air. In 2012, the non-profit arranged 109 trips from Penticton, and has done another

61 so far this year. While the Canadian charity does count some private pilots among its volunteers, the majority of flights are provided in co-operation with commercial airlines. WestJet, however, has gone a step further and donated a pair of round-trip tickets to anywhere it flies that are now being raffled off in co-operation with the Downtown Penticton Association. The tickets are $10 each or three for $20 and available at the DPA office or at its community market tent each Saturday through August. The winner will be chosen Sept. 2. “Whoever wins the raffle will basically get a trip to the Caribbean for $10. No additional fees or taxes or anything. It literally is $10,” said Hope Air donor relations officer Anna du Bois. She hopes the raffle will raise $10,000, enough to purchase about 40 flights, plus increase public awareness about Hope Air itself. “Unlike some bigger charities, we’re not as well-known, and this a wonderful way of letting people know about us and what we do,” she said. Across Canada, Hope Air provided 6,091 flights last year, up from 4,579 a year earlier. It’s not an ambulance service and patients must be well enough to fly without medical help. They must also be destined to see a specialist whose work is covered by a provincial health service, and demonstrate a financial need for assistance. For more information on the service or how to donate, visit www.hopeair.org.

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Location makes granfondo a hit Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

Numbers continue to rise for the Valley First Granfondo Axel Merckx Okanagan. The third annual event rolls in on July 7 with numbers likely to surpass the previous total for the second straight year. After debuting with over 2,000, last year’s event attracted 2,600 participants. It’s the same this year with 150 spots available for onsite registration only. Axel Merckx said everything. Merckx said the reason for the growth is that people know Penticton is a destination. “It is really worth coming down to ride your bike,” said Merckx. “The event has proven over the last three years that it is a high-quality event. This event has components that differ from others. Have lots of good charities (this year’s being Feed the Valley and the Axel Merckx Youth Development Foundation) linked to the event.” The weekend also has a family feel, especially with the Piccolofondo on Saturday, said Merckx. Registration for that is over hall full.

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“This is one of the highlights of the weekend for me,” said the retired Belgian professional cyclist. “Just to see the younger generation taking a passion for cycling. You can see they enjoy that, family enjoying it, getting the little medal.”

Also attracted to the event are known athletes such as Alison Sydor, who will join Merckx this year, along with former Canadian Olympic medalwinning triathlete Simon Whitfield, Olympic medal-winning rower Andrew Byrnes, former Ironman

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the idea going of organizing a Granfondo here in the South Okanagan.” Merckx’s friend Trevor Linden, former Vancouver Canucks captain, is expected to return. Merckx said it’s those names that put Penticton in the centre of the Canadian sports calendar around early July. Byrnes, 30, won gold in rowing during the 2008 Beijing Olympics and silver at the 2012 London Olympic, signed up because he needed a training goal. He is taking this year to pursue cycling thanks to the maintenance year provided by Canadian Sport. Cycling is a means of cross-training for him. Having been to the Okanagan a few times, Byrnes said it is a beautiful area. “I know it’s gonna be hot,” said Byrnes. “Should be a great ride. Beautiful countryside. Great location for a huge ride like this.” What he is looking forward to is enjoying the sport with other en-

Orchard Hill Climb, approximately 25-km into the mass participation ride. Top male and female climbers in each age group will receive a limited edition Oakley KOM Polka Dot Jersey, as well as a pair of Oakley sunglasses. VFGAMO facts: Nearly a third of all registrants are women. Jason Curran of VFGAMO said it is terrific and they are committed to supporting this trend. On July 5, they will be hosting a Granfondo Women’s Night. Anyone interested in volunteering can contact Sherrie Burechailo at sherrie@granfondoaxelmerckx.com.

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“I think it’s a great place to ride,” said Sydor, who discovered during a girls weekend what It’s definitely amazing riding the area one of the best has. “Everybody comes bike festivals in for the good riding. It’s a western lot of fun for me to meet Canada. up every year with some cycling friends from Al— Alison Sydor berta. It’s an event that has grown nicely every year.” While in Penticton, Sydor intends to hit the Granfondo Women’s Night at the Bike Barn from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and she has assisted with the Piccolofondo. She described that as a fantastic element of what Jodi and Axel put on. “I think last year with the move to have the kids race at Gyro Park, some really fun races to watch,” she said. “Just to see all the kids and all the families, everyone just having a fun time. Just great to see the kids coming out and getting an opportunity to race.They just have so much fun and that kicks it off nicely.”

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Alison Sydor is among four Olympic athletes taking on the 2013 version of the Valley First Granfondo Axel Merckx Okanagan on July 7. Sydor will be joined by Merckx, Simon Whitfield and Andrew Byrnes. Evan Guthrie, a professional cyclist from Peachland and the Bontrager Cycling Team, will also participate. When asked why Olympians have taken an interest in the event, Sydor said each person has their reason but the event has a lot to offer people. “Whether you want to hammer at the front of the pack or just enjoy the whole bike festival, it’s definitely one of the best bike festivals in western Canada,” said Sydor, who won silver during the Atlanta Olympics in 1996 and is a three-time world champion for mountain bike. “The Penticton fondo, it’s pretty fun for me to connect with some of the people I raced with 20 to 25 years ago,” she said. “It means different things to different people. A lot of good energy and a lot of happy riders.” Sydor has participated in the first two and is looking forward to this weekend. It started originally with an invite from Merckx and his wife Jodi.

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thusiasts. He also welcomes anybody to ride with him. There is just one requirement: “I think people are going to have to be fast if they want to keep up with me,” he said. As for Merckx, he loves riding with people and said it really comes down to joking around and having a good time. An addition to the weekend races will be the inaugural Oakley King of the Mountain Challenge. Riders in the Cortofondo (55-kilometres), Mediofondo (92-km) and Granfondo (160-km) categories will be able to challenge for the fastest climber award on the Okanagan’s Peach

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Olympian says Penticton provides great cycling Emanuel Sequeira

VALLY FIRST GRANFONDO AXEL MERCKX OKANAGAN will cap out at 2,750 participants. Last year’s event had 2,600 participants. That’s the same number they have now after online registration closed on Canada Day. Limited onsite registratiion will push the numbers up slightly. Below right, Axel Merckx talks about last year’s event.

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Events such as the special guest autograph signing are added incentive for people to participate in the 2013 Valley First Granfondo Axel Merckx Okanagan. VFGAMO event co-ordinator Jeff Plant said having people such as Canadian Olympian Simon Whitfield and former Ironman triathlete Peter Reid joining gives people reason to come. Whitfield will be among those signing autographs. The weekend of festivities begins July 5 with riders picking up their packages at the Granfondo Cycling Expo. “The exhibitor range is more diverse,” said Plant. “I think expo is going to be really good.” The expo has been improved by adding vendors. There is also a family fun zone that will have a bouncing castle and climbing wall. “It’s part of it being a destination event,” said Plant. “Participants can comfortably bring the rest of their family and know whether they are riding or not, they are going to have a great time.” Merckx will also do

a keynote presentation, which he hasn’t done before. There will also be an added spot for the classe special. Plant, who thanked the community for its continued support, also said the Piccolofondo ride for kids has been huge, which retired Olympic cyclist Alison Sydor enjoys helping with. “It’s just great to see the kids coming out and getting an opportunity to race,” she said of the event that attracted 250 kids last year. “They just have so much fun and that kicks it off nicely.” Events list Friday (July 5th) Package Pick-Up and Granfondo Cycling Expo 1 p.m. – 7 p.m., Penticton Trade & Convention Centre Granfondo Women’s Night, 6 p.m. – 7:30

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Tupper Ave 97

To Kelowna

Upper Bench Rd N Peach Orchard Rd

SUMMERLAND

MEDIOFONDO COURSE

Rosedale Ave A1

Lakeshore Dr S 97

LOCATIONS

OKANAGAN LAKEMECHANICAL SUPPORT

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Lower Bench Rd

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Skaha Lake Rd

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Tuc-Ul-Nuit Rd

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Main St

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McLean Creek Rd

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Granfondo Course A 160km scenic route along parts of Lake Okanagan and Skaha Lake; more than 1,000m of elevation gain, and alongside some of B.C.’s most beautiful vineyards. 3A

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CORTOFONDO COURSE The Cortofondo is a 55 km scenic route along parts of Lake Okanagan, and alongside some of B.C.’s most beautiful vineyards.

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The event begins (7 a.m.) in Penticton’s Gyro Park, and travels through the towns of Summerland, Okanagan Falls, Oliver and Kaleden, before winding its way back to Gyro Park. Once again, the event benefits the Feed the Valley campaign, as well as the Axel Merckx Youth Development Program. It also features many celebrities including Olympic gold medal winning triathlete, Simon Whitfield, 3-time Ironman World Champion, Peter Reid, and of course, Olympic medalist and Okanagan resident, Axel Merckx.

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On the morning of Sunday, July 7, 2013, up to 2,800 cyclists of all skill levels will participate in the 3 3rd annual Valley First Granfondo Axel Merckx Okanagan mass participation bicycle ride through the 97 heart of the South Okanagan.

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Rosedale Ave

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TupperOkanagan AveHwy

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Lower Bench Rd

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Time closed 6:00 a.m. 6:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m. 7:45 a.m. 6:00 a.m. 6:00 a.m. 6:30 a.m. 6:30 a.m. 6:45 a.m. 6:45 a.m. 6:45 a.m. 6:45 a.m 7:00 a.m.

Time of Re-open 10:15 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 10:15 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 3:00 p.m.

As noted on the table above, large sections of Penticton’s Main Street will be closed from 6 a.m. until 5 p.m. Here is a list of Main Street crossings that motorists can access:

Railway St

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Road closed Riverside/ Lakeshore Main St Main St South Main Martin Martin (Left lane closed) Wade/ Government Wade Vancouver/ Lower Bench Tupper Middle Bench Upper Bench/ Johnson/ Haven Hill Skaha Lake Rd (Slow lane Northbound closed. Local traffic only)

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Johnson Rd

How DoeS THiS AffecT You? RCMP and event organizers are working to ensure a safe route. While road closures will be limited, residents and commuters should expect delays, and be3 prepared to use alternate routes. Residents and97commuters will encounter fewer delays and disruptions as the ride progresses through the City of Penticton and the South Okanagan. Several signalized intersections will be put in flash mode with traffic movements being controlled by a Traffic Control Person or the RCMP. For more details on traffic and the event, visit: http://www.granfondoaxelmerckx.com/event-info/traffic-information. The following identifies some of the more significant road 3 To Osoyoos closures in Penticton:

97 KALEDEN

• Lakeshore (after 10:30 a.m.)

• Eckhardt Ave

• Duncan Ave

• Industrial Ave

• Green Ave

ALSo NoTe: On Saturday, July 6th, the roads encircling Penticton’s Gyro Park will be closed for the Kids’ Piccolofondo event, from 1 p.m. (following the Farmers’ Market) to 4 p.m.

For further event details, visit: www.granfondoaxelmerckx.com or contact Valley First Granfondo Axel Merckx Okanagan at: 250-462-7867.

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Former Penticton Vees forwards Wade Murphy and Jedd Soleway are now NHL prospects. Murphy and Soleway had their names called at the 2013 NHL Entry Draft in Newark, New Jersey, on Sunday. Murphy was the first pick in the seventh and final round, chosen 185th by the Nashville Predators, while Soleway became a Phoenix Coyote eight picks later at 193. “He’s very skilled and plays a lot like Tyler Bozak in Toronto,” said Predators North American amateur scout Glen Sanders of Murphy on the Predators website. “He has the skills to score goals. He’s competitive on the puck. We liked his hockey sense and he’s going to a good program in North Dakota for the next couple of years, so we think highly of him down the road. His year was very good. They had a very good hockey team in the Penticton Vees. They went all the way last year and won the BCHL Championship in tier-2 hockey. This year they came back and didn’t quite make it all the way, but he was very successful and scored some big goals. We liked the whole package.” Murphy, 19, led the Vees in scoring with 23 goals and 70 points in 50 games, good for seventh best in the league. He followed that up with five goals and 11 points in 15 playoff games as the Vees appeared in their second consecutive Fred Page Cup Final. In 2012, he was named the Vees Co-Playoff MVP, helping guide the Vees to the 2012 RBC Cup National Junior A Championship. Murphy also won a silver medal with Team Canada West at the 2012 World Junior A Challenge last November in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. On Twitter, Murphy, who could not be reached for comment, said, “Honoured to

be picked by the @PredsNHL thanks to everyone who has helped me in life and especially my dad whos always been there for me.” Soleway, 19, came to the Vees in December in a trade with the Vernon Vipers for Dexter Dancs. Soleway collected 14 goals and 29 points in 22 regular season games after the trade. The power forward then scored five goals and added 11 points in 15 games. In 122 career games between Penticton and Vernon, Soleway compiled 37 goals and 82 points. Soleway is off to Madison, Wis., to play for the University of Wisconsin. Soleway, who also couldn’t be reached for comment said on his Facebook page that he’s excited to be part of the Coyotes organization. In other Vees news, the team has commitments from two goalies for the 2013-14 season. Twenty-year-old Olivier Mantha and Hunter Miska, 18. Mantha spent the past three seasons playing college hockey in Quebec at Laflèche College in Trois-Rivières. He appeared in 75 games for the Dragons and was named a league all-star in 2012 and 2013. The La Tuque, Que., product was second in savepercentage this past season. Mantha was a standout at the Vees spring camp where he made a lasting impression on coaches and scouts. Miska comes from the US National Development Team. The North Branch, Minn., native played for both the under-17 and under-18 teams in his two years with the USNTDP. Miska has also experienced international competition as he won silver in Sochi, Russia, in April with Team USA at the under-18 World Hockey Championships. He also earned silver at the 2012 World U-17 Hockey Challenge in Windsor, Ont.

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WADE MURPHY LEAPS into the air to avoid the puck as the Penticton Vees scored against the Humboldt Broncos during the 2012 RBC Cup semifinal game. Murphy was chosen by the Nashville Predators during Sundays NHL draft.

Mustangs hosting senior girls soccer provincials Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

Hosting the 2014 B.C. High School AA senior girls soccer provincial championships is being looked at as a second chance for the Princess Margaret Mustangs. The Mustangs, who will host the provincial championship for the first time May 29 to 31, travelled to Courtney just over a month ago for the 2013 provincials and placed 14th among 16 teams. With a full returning squad that lost one senior from 2013, coach John Buckley likes what he has for next season. “We have some solid players coming in at the bottom end of the program,” said Buckley. This past season, Buckley had the challenging task of building a team of 20 from a group of 37. He said next season will be a real battle and added if the team can stay healthy, they have the pieces to be knocking on the door.

The Mustangs are the defending Okanagan champions and Buckley said the team is excited to again compete for a provincial championship. They dealt with three significant injuries during provincials but gained valuable experience and confidence by winning the Valley championship. They proved to themselves that they are a top team during the 2013 provincials. “The girls are really excited,” he said. “They made a commitment to start the off-season training, the fitness and conditioning. Work as a group for four or five months. “It’s an honour to be awarded, lots of different com-

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munities bid on it,” he said, adding it’s great for tourism and the sport. “It brings the top 16 teams in the province to Penticton. It’s really good recognition for our school, the school district and the community to have the weekends attention from the province.” Buckley admitted he has the itch for a new season to start. However, he said it’s good for the players to have a break. “They are hungry,” he said. “I haven’t seen that kind of excitement around for a long time with regards to hosting and having a chance to be a contender. Sometimes when you host you are not always a contender. It’s an exciting time for this group. “These girls know how close they are to winning a high school provincial title and it will be exciting to play in our hometown,” he continued. “We will be a skilled, fit and aggressive team.”

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Golfers game takes strides Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

Being competitive takes a backseat to fun for members of the Penticton Golf and Country Club’s junior program. What isn’t taking a backseat are the students becoming better golfers, according to instructor Jeff Holman. He said the 10-week program that finished up in rainy conditions a week ago provides lessons mostly for those at the beginner and intermediate level. “The main part of it is to learn the basic golf skills,” said Holman, adding that students gain valuable tips from adult members who volunteer. “That’s a great opportunity for them. That’s how we look at it.” Holman sees the progression carry into spring tournaments and throughout the summer and fall. The golfers enter in local and provincials events, or as is the case with Kurtis Fontinha and Haley Hewer, who play in Okanagan’s Zone 2. Fontinha is on the course everyday. His play with the iron has improved, while his average score is 73, though he’s not thrilled with that. “I have been choking a little. It could have been a lot better,” said Fontinha, who has golfed since he was six. Fontinha, 17, loves the pressure that comes with playing an individual

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ONCE THE HEAVY rain stopped, Quin Erzinger of the Penticton Golf and Country Club’s junior program was back to work chipping out of the sand.

sport. His play rises when he knows it matters most. Three weeks ago, the Pen High student won a tournament in Salmon Arm. He also qualified for B.C. junior, which he played on

Canada Day. “I was in a playoff to qualify,” said Fontinha. “I had to hit a pressure shot and I did to pull it off. It was cool. I think it’s a big step. My game has im-

proved so much.” Fontinha said the program is a good start for juniors who want to start the game and those looking to continue improving. “We have a couple

good coaches here,” said Fontinha. “It’s run pretty well by Jeff.” Hewer, 16, loves the program and said that Holman is “awesome.” “He’s really understanding,” she said. With a year of high school remaining, it’s her goal to earn a golf scholarship. While in the program, her short game and putting has improved, while her iron still needs work. Hewer has also enjoyed playing with the boys, there are 72 compared to eight girls, and getting involved in their little competitions. “I love doing that because there is always a little more pressure on yourself,” said Hewer, who wants to join the Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour. Hewer has also received support from former local pro A.J. Eathorne, who has had a huge effect on her. Hewer played with Eathorne and received tips on her short game and swing. A smile cracks on Holman’s face when talking about the progress made by her and Fontinha. “It’s pretty amazing for their own games,” he said. Holman just likes to see the kids have fun and build confidence. Kids come out of the program with the skills to play competitively and continue in college. “It’s a great feeling to see the progression that they are trying to achieve,” said Holman.

Dragon boats sprint to fast times Western News Staff

Thunder storm warnings threatened the 2013 Okanagan Super Sprints at Skaha Lake. After race officials constantly monitored Environment Canada weather info and made the decision to go ahead when it was clear, 11 teams, including teams from Osoyoos and Kelowna, had three opportunities to test their sprint speed on a course half the length of a typical dragon boat race. Fastest time of the day set in early heats was one minute and seven seconds. Race times slowed during the day as steer people of the 15 metre long, 390 kilogram boats worked hard to keep them accelerating with an in-

crease in the wind. The fastest women’s time in the finals was Despirit Housewives, edging second place, Dragon in the Drink, by less than half a second. Penticton’s Dragon Bottoms were third. Local favourite Peach City Dragons went into the final race ranked the fastest mixed team, but ended up in second place behind Red Hot Chili Paddlers. In a fun final, men from all the mixed teams combined for a men’s race, with one crew racing the clock for a time of one minute, nine seconds - the fastest time of all the finals despite most of the paddlers having never raced together. Organizer Don Mulhall said the local teams

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Golfer loving junior tour Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

Declan Riddle is unfazed being the youngest bantam in the Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour. He just goes about his business of improving every aspect of his game. Riddle, 12, said it’s been good playing in Coquitlam, Langley and Pitt Meadows’ Swan-eSet Bay Resort. “I really love it,” said Riddle, who shot an 85 on June 2, which was his best. “They (players) are very good. They do have some talent in parts of their game.” The Summerland resident said his play has been OK but knows he has more. Riddle wants to continue getting scores in the 85 range and lower. Playing on the MJT gives him the experience while focusing on

hitting the ball straight. “Working on not worrying about distance,” said Riddle, who appreciates the support from his family. “More on accuracy. If you want to win but make some mistakes, it will be difficult to get back in.” Riddle’s coach Brodie Carle said the first year for players in the MJT is about learning the courses. “It’s hard the first year,” he said, as players are learning the courses. “He’s done reasonably well.” Carle, an instructor at the Two Eagles Academy in Kelowna, said that Riddle possesses outstanding composure and his best features physically are his short game and putting. “At 12 he is a feel player which is very

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makes a lot of independent decisions.” What Carle loves about Riddle is his attitude and awareness. Riddle loves to play the game. “It’s so tough to play it but when you have it, it’s really fun to do it,” said Riddle, a fan of Phil Mickelson because of his consistent play and focus. Riddle, a multi-sport athlete in hockey, basketball, volleyball, tennis, squash, rugby, karate and swimming, began playing golf when he was three after he was given a set of plastic clubs. The backyard became his training grounds. He eventually upgraded to the Summerland Golf and Country Club, whose staff he praised for their kindness, after trading in his kid clubs

for real ones. Among Riddle’s goals is to become a scratch player at age 14 and travel for tournaments. The MJT, according to its website, provides a road to college golf in Canada and is the only program offering free college consultations. Players get exposure to coaches during qualiﬁers or highlevel tournaments. Riddle, who also plays in B.C.’s Zone 2 and shoots in the mid to late 70s, has also been chosen to represent B.C. in Washington State for Wahlroth Cup (Under Junior Linkster — Vancouver based not Okanagan) which is a match play style as per the Ryder Cup. Riddle’s next event on the MJT is the Ford Series at Kelowna’s Harvest Golf Club July 22-23.

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IN BRIEF Pinnacles under-21 men’s win

Wyatt Sedden Johnstone scored the only goal the Penticton Pinnacles under-21 men’s team needed against Kelowna United FC on Sunday. The Pinnacles earned a 1-0 win in Reserve Division action of the Paciﬁc Coast Soccer League. The Pinnacles are fourth in the division with a 4-2-4 record. Their next game is July 7 at King’s Park at 2 p.m. against TSS Academy. In women’s action, the Pinnacles lost 1-0 to West Vancouver FC on a goal by Julia Conzon. Their next match is Wednesday at King’s Park at 7:30 p.m. The PCSL is selecting a men’s all-star team that will receive recognition from the league and represent the PCSL in exhibition games determined by board of directors. Former South Okanagan Youth Soccer Association executive director and Pinnacles men’s under-21 coach Chris Bennett will be the coach. Nomination information can be found at www.pcsl.org.

Oliver clobbers Double D Tours

Oliver drubbed an undermanned Double D Tours squad 14-0 in Penticton men’s soccer action. Tyler Machial scored ﬁve goals, while, Tim Grimard had four, Brandon Greener and Leigh Johnson, two, and Sean Peterson with one. The Sunrunners downed Beercelona 5-2. Summerland Gerard’s Gunners took advantage of a undermanned Kondola’s to secure a 3-0 win. Tristan Knoll, Josh Thornton and Mike Mayer scored for Summerland. On July 4, the Sunrunner’s visit Oliver for a 7 p.m. start while Double D Tours takes on Summerland and Beercelona takes on Kondola’s at Kings Park. Find full sports briefs at www.pentictonwesternnews. com.

TOFC eliminated from playoffs proud of the effort this team brought, each and every one played with grit and heart. To make the semiﬁnals in a high performance league such as this is an accomplishment itself. “ The team ended its regular season schedule placing fourth with a 3-8-1 record.

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A 5-0 loss to Coastal FC ended the Thompson Okanagan Football Club under-13 girls season in the EA Sports B.C. Soccer Premier League. The team lost in the semifinal the weekend of June 22 to 23 on the coast. Despite coming out hard to start, a quick transition and counter-attack led to two quick goals for Coastal early in the first half. TOFC continued their play with intensity and generated chances, but entered the final half trailing 3-0. The Coastal FC keeper was the difference, making several diving saves. “The girls played a strong game, and did

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Cleaning Services MISS MOP N’ TASKER. Licensed, bonded & insured professional house cleaning service. Contact 250-809-7522

Garden & Lawn DAVE’S Garden Maintence Experienced Hedge Trimmer, Pruner, & Small Garden Renovations Call 250-493-1083, cavs@shaw.ca HERBARIA GARDEN AND LAWN. Garden maintenance (one-time/biweekly/weekly) and lawn care (weekly) in Penticton. Over ten years experience. 250-493-3362 or herbariagardenandlawn@gmail.com

Handypersons Yard work & painting, fences, deck repair or new, garbage hauling, plumbing, roofing, licensed, ins., 250-462-2146

Home Improvements Honest Skilled Carpenter Available for all aspects of carpentry. Specializing in decks, pergolas, tile, framing,drywall, finishing. Reas. rates. 20 yrs exp. Photos & ref’s avail. Contact Paul 250-486-4739

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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

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Pets & Livestock

Livestock Premium Wood Shavings New supplier of Animal bedding, starting at $250 for 54 cubic yards delivered, (250)770-0214

Merchandise for Sale

Farm Equipment Surplus Farm Equip., 6’ wide Terra Nova rototiller, $1600, 6’ wide land roller, water filled, $1600, 3 bottom John Deere hydraulic plow, $600, Allis Chalmers PTO hay rake $200, assorted sheep fence, $200, 40lbs gopher getter, $200, call 250-498-3094

I SCREAM 4 ice cream, mobile/stationary, newly reno’d. $10,000 firm. (250)317-8700

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Commercial/ Industrial 485 Warren Ave E, 2345 sq.ft., high profile corner building, shop, new lighting, new offices, 3-phase power, 10x10 o/h door, shop w/1 tonne center pole jib crane, etc., Penticton, (250)490-9016, for info email: dana@trucktransformer.com Commercial building for lease, 1300sqft, 462 Main St., can be split into 2 units, 250-460-2499 PRIME Commercial Spaces: 2300sqft. in busy Plaza, ample parking, also 770sqft., in OK Market for food-related retail business, Barb 250-492-6319

Cottages / Cabins OK Lakeshore Cottage, private beach, wharf, avail 2wks in July & Sept. Weekly rate. 250-938-1101.

Duplex / 4 Plex 4bdrm, 2.5bath, yard, storage, parking available, np, ns, avail. immed., (250)493-6467

Want to Rent The Penticton Western News is getting a new editor and he needs a place to stay that is dog friendly, bachelor to 2bdrm, 250-316-2183

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

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Homes for Rent 1bdrm house avail. now in Cawston, $650/mo. incl. util., 250-499-0558 296 Duncan Ave E, Pent., 5bdrm, full base 2200sqft., $1400, Vijay 250-490-1530

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2bdrm, 1bath, big living room & kitchen, hardwood floors, ceramic tile in Kitchen & bath, between Cherry Lane & Safeway, 206-1820 Atkinson St., $190,000 (neg). 250-770-8730 3 bdrm home w/full basement on 1/3 acre, quiet area, great location, tool shed, carport + garage, 1288 Lyon St., Penticton, (250)493-9320 call for appointment to view & discuss ******* OKHomeseller.com View Okanagan properties for sale by owner. Selling? No Commission. 250-545-2383, 1-877-291-7576 PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS from $140,000. www.orlandoprojects.com Also: 1 precious 3 acre parcel, owner financing. 250-558-7888

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Suites, Lower 1bdrm basement suite, ns, np, $600 (incl. util), no laundry, avail. now, 250-492-0556 Paradise, 100 steps to beach, tennis courts & KVR trail in Kaleden, 2bdrm, bright, cheery basement suite, sep. entr., shared laundry, yard, fp, patio, f/s, mature person or couple pref., $800+ 1/2 util., avail. July 15, (250)497-6308

Cars - Domestic 1993 Nissan Van, AWD, 57,000kms, excellent cond., ideal student or college car, $2599 obo, (250)809-5501

Motorcycles 2007 1200 Roadster Harley Davidson, exc cond. extras, 14K, $13,500. (250)308-1193

Recreational/Sale

Rentals

Large bach. suite, private ent., across from PCC, avail. now, $550+util., (250)494-8741

1978 Okanagan Camper, 8 ft (lightweight), comes with Ice box, 3 burner stove & aluminum folding steps, asking $850 OBO, 250-488-9899 1983 21’ Class C 350 Chev, stove, 3-way fridge, furnace, hot water, awning, $5750. 250-460-0204 after 4pm

MODERN RATTAN PATIO FURNITURE FOR SALE NEW Only few sets left. Huge discounts some minor damage. go to BOX24.CA or call 250864-2325

Apt/Condo for Rent

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Furniture

Garage Sales GARAGE Sale at First Baptist Church 1498 Government St. July 6, 7 am - noon.

Heavy Duty Machinery SCRAP PAPPY Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc. All insurance in place to work on your property. 250-260-0217

Medical Supplies Shoprider Scooters & power chairs, new & used. Stair lifts, platform stair lifts, vertical platform lifts. Kamloops: 250-3773705 Kelowna: 250-764-7757 Vernon: 250-542-3745 or call Toll Free 1-888-542-3745 www.okmobility.ca

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1 & 2 Bdrm - $750-900/mth Clean, updated - move in ready. Central - Near Safeway Mall, on bus route. Senior incentive - only $299 deposit. Call Al - 778-476-0036 1 & 2 bdrm, newly reno’d suites. Secured access, util incl, near hospital, bus route and close to all amenities, n/p, n/s 250-938-3626 1bdrm, $650+util., 2bdrm, $800, adult/senior oriented, clean, quiet, cat ok, 250-4927328 2bdrm, adult oriented, quiet, ns, no pets, 285 Edmonton Ave., $795, Dennis at Realty Executives, 250-488-5678 Large 1bdrm, DT at Orchard & Martin, util., incl., $750, ref’s, call Dennis at Realty Exec’s, (250)493-4372

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Trucks & Vans 1998 Ford Ranger, canopy w/roof rack, low kms, 2nd owner, nice shape, $4999 obo, (250)492-8955

Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The Estate of Thomas Claud Hammell, deceased, formerly of #218 317 Winnipeg Street, Penticton, B.C. Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Thomas Claud Hammell are hereby notified under section 38 of the TRUSTEE ACT that particulars of their claims should be sent to D.F. McKenzie, care of 2028 Urbana Rd. NW, Calgary, Ab, T2N 4B8 on or before July 25, 2013, after which date the executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the executor then has notice.

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REALTY EXECUTIVES VANTAGE APARTMENTS: $525 1 and 2 bdrm near library and Safeway, f,s, balcony, coin-op /635/$800 laundry, cat. ok. Avail. NOW (EFR 109/115/201) $800 Recently reno’d large 1 bdrm + den, 5 appl., tile flr through out, private patio. Avail. July 15 (H656-1)

FURNISHED AND UNFURNISHED TERM PROPERTIES: $1000 2 bdrm unfurnished house, 1 bath, large yard, fridge, stove, washer and dryer, pet on approval. Avail. Sept – June 2014 $1200 2 bdrm furnished, 2 bath, grd flr condo, 6 appl, garage, near Skaha Lake, H.W flrs. Pet on approval. Avail. Sept or Oct – June 2014 (A441) $1400 Alysen Place, 2 bdrm furnished 2 bath condo, 2 parking spots, 6th floor, No pets. Avail. Sept 1 – June 2014 (A420)

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Reno’d 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, large suite in 4 unit building, extra storage, fp, f,s, w.d., d/w, near Columbia School, pet on approval. Avail. NOW (H691-1) $1200 Smaller 1 bdrm + den home on private lot with spectacular view Lake/ beach, reno’d flrs/ new paint, f,s, w.d. Pet ok with pet deposit. Avail. July 1 (H764)

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Country Club. For info call 250-492-0459 or 250770-1018. bingo every Wednesday in the Legion hall for the Ladies Auxiliary, 502 Martin St. at 1 p.m.

Lunches are available. seniors’ reCreation and Wellness Centre at 439 Winnipeg St. hosts euchre every Wednesday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Call Betty at 250-490-0468 for

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al-anon for friends and family of alcoholics at 7:30 p.m. at United Church, 696 Main St. Call 250-490-9272 for info. iode thrift store on 464 Main St. has weekly specials and is open Monday to Saturday, 1 to 4 p.m. summerland art Club meets every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the library’s lower floor on Wharton Street. Painters of all levels welcome. Workshops available. For info call Barb at 250-4943002. the breastfeeding Café will be held the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Penticton and District Community Resource Society at 330 Ellis St. Moms, babies and toddlers are all welcome to join. Contact Kaili at 250404-4299 for info. foster Care info sessions every Wednesday at 10 a.m. at MCFD Resource Office. For info call Moe at 250-770-7524 or visit www.fosterbc.ca or www.mcf.gov.bc.ca/foster. oliver double o Quilters have drop-in activities every Wednesday. kiWanis Club has a lunch meeting every Wednesday at noon at 390 Brunswick St. alCoholiCs anonymous has Nooners meetings Monday to Friday noon at 361 Wade Ave. Call service 24-hours is 250-490-

9216. Night group meets in the Baptist Church at 7:30 p.m. at 1498 Government St. The Summerland group meets at 8 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. in the basement. south main drop-in Centre has beginner line dance at 9 a.m., a coffee social and medical Qi Gong at 10 a.m., and easy to intermediate line dance and cribbage at 1 p.m. Call 250-493-2111 to confirm line dance activities. anavets has hump Day with dinner by Stu at 5:30 p.m. and music by Buzz Byer at 6:30 p.m. the bereavement resourCe Centre at 626 Martin St. is hosting weekly drop-in grief support sessions at 6:30 p.m. All welcome.

Thursday July 4

franCo 50-plus Club meets from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Drop-in program for French speakers wanting to socialize in French, including activities such as games, outings, discussions, hobbies and projects. Call Lina at 250-492-2549 for info. desert sage spinners and Weavers Guild meets at 10 a.m. at the Oliver Community Centre. Members create beautiful handworks. Visitors are always welcome. If you are interested in

becoming a member stop by or contact Gail Erickson at rgerickson@ telus.net or 250-4984959. Newcomers welcome. royal Canadian legion branch 40 has crib at 7 p.m., while the Ladies Auxiliary has fitness friends at 10 a.m. in the legion hall at 502 Martin St. and lunch at 11:30 a.m. at the Opus Cafe in the Cannery. Everyone is welcome. peaCh City t oastmasters meet from noon to 1 p.m. at the Penticton United Church. Toastmasters improves speaking abilities and leadership skills. Call 250-4922362 for info. tops (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 5:30 p.m. at the Church of the Nazarene, 523 Jermyn Ave. Call Merle at 250770-8093. better at home programs is offering an info session for volunteers with an interest to help seniors remain independent at 10 a.m. at 330 Ellis St. musiC in the Park: Penticton Concert Band will perform in the Oliver Community Centre at 6359 Park Drive from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Bring a lawnchair. Admission by donation. elks Club on Ellis Street has fun darts at 7 p.m.

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calendar 1825 Main St. Vineyard Church. Fraternal Order OF the Eagles have Joseph’s famous pizza from 4 to 7 p.m. and musical bingo at 7 p.m. All members and guests welcome to the hall at 1197 Main St. anavets have drOp-in pool at 7:30 p.m. elks club On Ellis Street has darts at 7 p.m. All skill levels welcome. pentictOn academy OF Music has Broadway Debut and Triple Threat Musical Theatre classes 4 to 7 p.m. for ages six to 15 with Melanie Konynenberg. Check their website for details www. pentictonacademyofmusic. ca or call 250-493-7977. pentictOn Fly Fishers meet the first Thursday each month at 216 Hastings St. at 7 p.m. They welcome new individuals and family memberships. For more info, visit www. pentictonflyfishers.ca. Okanagan regiOnal library Oliver Branch has free programs at 7 p.m. for kids aged five to

12. There will be contests, prizes and great programs.

Friday July 5

care clOset thriFt Store at 574 Main St. has weekly specials and silent auctions. Open Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All proceeds go to our local hospital and hospice. s eniOr c Omputer drOp-in Sessions are held Monday and Friday afternoons from 1 to 2:30 p.m. These sessions are for members to help solve problems other members may be experiencing with their computers. al-anOn meets at the Oasis United Church at 2964 Skaha Lake Rd. from 6 to 7 p.m. For info call 250-490-9272. a l c O h O l i c s anOnymOus has a group meet in Naramata at 8 p.m. at 3740 3rd St. in Community Church

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hall. In Summerland, the step study meeting is at 7:30 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. Friends Friday night at 6:30 p.m. at 2964 Skaha Lake Rd. at Oasis United Church. r Oyal c anadian legiOn branch 40 has daily lunches from

resOurce Centre at 626 Martin St. is hosting weekly drop-in grief support sessions at 10:30 a.m. keremeOs branch OF the Okanagan Region Library has a summer reading club, It’s Up, Up and Away, for kids

Monday to Thursday, with fish and chips on Friday at 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. elks club On Ellis Street has drop-in darts/ pool starting at 7 p.m. anavets has karaoke at 7 p.m. the bereavement

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aged five to 12 starting with Living Things with Wings from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Fraternal Order OF the Eagles has dinner at 5 p.m. and karaoke at 7 p.m. All members and guests welcome to the hall at 1197 Main St.

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O kanagan F alls seniOrs’ Activity Centre has computer classes at 9 a.m., bridge at 1 p.m. and cribbage at 7:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. s Outh O kanagan i mmigrant and Community Services is offering free English classes. For more info, stop by the office at 508 Main St. or call 250-492-6299. al-anOn FOr Friends and family of alcoholics meets at 7:30 p.m. in the Summerland United Church. Call 250-4909272. sOuth main drOp-in Centre has Spanish conversation and carpet bowl at 10 a.m., bingo, improver line dance and crafters meet at 1 p.m. Call 250493-2111 to confirm line dance activities. alcOhOlics anOnymOus night group meets at 8 p.m. on 150 Orchard Ave. in the Outreach Centre. The Okanagan Falls group meets at 8 p.m. at 5328 Hawthorne St., and the men’s book study group runs at 7:30 p.m. at 102

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