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Society formed to preserve Granite Creek
A society dedicated to the preservation of the Granite Creek Town Site and Cemetery has been made official. The Granite Creek Preservation Society is now a registered, nonprofit society. Granite Creek Town Site is valued because it is the oldest town in the area and is the site of the major placer gold rush in 1885. The Granite Creek Cemetery is the final resting place for many of the area’s pioneers. The Granite Creek Preservation Society was incorporated November 27, 2013 with the following members: George Elliot - chair, Diane Sterne - vice-chair, Jon Bartlett - secretary, Bob Sterne - treasurer and directors; Todd Lester, Terry Malanchuk and Ole Juul. The purposes of the Granite Creek Preservation Society are: 1. To protect the territorial integrity of the Granite Creek site 2. To provide an understanding of the importance of the historical, archeological and geological aspects of the Granite Creek site 3. To encourage the continued study of the significance of the Granite Creek site History of the area and information about the society is available at www.granitecreekbc.ca, you are welcomed to become a member of the society and sign the guest book as well.
Weather Watch
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Members of Princeton, Keremeos and Nicola Valley Search and Rescue teams braved the frigid waters of Mackenzie Lake and the Tulameen River to take part in an Ice Safety & Rescue Technician - Advanced course taught by Raven Rescue instructors.
GSAR members take ice rescue training Lisa Carleton lisa@similkameenspotlight.com
Princeton Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) specializes in tracking, however they take specialized training courses in various types of rescue techniques. For instance, this past weekend, Friday through Sunday, members of Princeton GSAR along with Keremeos and Nicola Valley members participated in Ice Safety & Rescue Technician - Advanced— training with Raven Rescue. See - ravenrescue.com Instructors Rob and Paul began the training weekend on Friday with ‘Classroom Instruction.’ During this time trainees learn to ‘assess their situation.’ They are given instruction in how to deal with cold injuries like hypothermia. They are
taught about ice, how it’s formed, the hazards of and how to determine if it’s safe to be on. They learn how to keep themselves safe while performing a rescue, how to use their equipment and signals to aid in communication. Technical instruction on the use of ropes and special knots is also provided. Training on (non-moving water) out at Mackenzie Lake on Saturday, had the trainees right in the water to learn self rescue techniques including the use of ice picks to pull themselves back onto the ice. “Everyone who goes out onto ice should have a set of ice picks,” said Randy Rorvik, manager, Princeton GSAR. Rescue techniques from shore, on the ice (and in the water) included the use of reach items like; a ladder, ropes, a stick
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR Arts SHIRLEY’S ART CLASSES: Wednesday & Thursday Call Shirley at 250-295-4076 GARDEN CLUB: Meets second Tuesday of every month, 1 PM, Seniors Branch 30. Call Doreen @ 250-295-1577 ARTS COUNCIL: Meets the third Wednesday of the month. 4:30 p.m. @ the Riverside Centre. Enquiries contact Dell @ 250-295-3266 New Members Welcome! BUNCHGRASS QUILTERS Meet 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at the Riverside Centre from 10 - 3 p.m.. Everyone Welcome! Contact Sharon 250295-4194 or Rosemary 250-295-6511 PRINCETON POTTERS GUILD, RIVERSIDE POTTERY STUDIO: Access to the potter’s wheel or hardwork, workshop opportunities, group projects. Call Sue for more info or to join. 250295-0527 PRINCETON TRADITIONAL MUSIC SOCIETY: The Princeton Traditional Music Society puts on the Traditional Music Festival each year in August, featuring traditional music from many places. The three-day festival is free and run entirely by volunteers. The 100+ musicians and dancers also offer their talents for free. If you would like to help out with the festival, please contact Jon or Rika @ 250-295-6010 Community: INTERESTED IN CHRISTIAN MEDITATION? For people who want to learn to pray with great simplicity, for people who would be willing to get to know Jesus who loves each of us immensely, for people who are at a dead end, for people who want to get to know themselves, for people who want to make a new beginning! We can go to God together and it’s free! Call me: Fr. Harry Clarke at 250295-3541. Let us get a group going to the advantage of all. PRINCETON LIBRARY: Tuesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Wednesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Fridays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. PRINCETON MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES: New members are encouraged to join us for an exciting new year. WELCOME WAGON! Are you a new to Princeton? If so, we have information regarding local, civic, community services and facilities. We also have gifts for you from local merchants and businesses. Call 1-866856-8442 HOSPITAL AUXILIARY: Meets second Monday of every month, 1:00 p.m. Hospital Board Room. For info., Call Doreen @ 250-295-1577 PRINCETON AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY SKILLS CENTRE SOCIETY: Meetings are held quarterly on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. HEDLEY LIBRARY HOURS: A reminder that the Library is open every Thurs. from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and is located at the OAPO Hall on Scott Ave. HEDLEY OAPO: 3rd Monday of every month regular general meetings - Everyone welcome to come. SENIORS BRANCH #30 POT LUCK SUPPER: Last Friday of every month, 5:30 p.m. Seniors Centre. Members can invite a guest. MEMBERS ONLY POOL TOURNAMENT: Last Tuesday of every month at the Senior’s Centre. 10:00 am WHIST & CRIB: (Seniors Branch #30) First Saturday of each month at 1 PM. Coffee & refreshments included. Everyone welcome. VERMILION FORKS PRINCETON O.A.P.O. BRANCH #185: Regular meetings second Friday of every month at 2 p.m.. Pot luck supper every third Friday at 5:00 p.m. SEARCH AND RESCUE TRAINING SESSIONS: Meetings will be held on the first and third Tuesday of every month. Call Arnie Powell at 250-295-6759 for more information. LITTLE FOLKS NURSERY SCHOOL: Meetings are every third Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at LFNS. 250-295-3083 ELKS AND ROYAL PURPLE COUNTRY STORE: Friday’s 11 - 6 and Saturday’s 10 - 3. Table rentals available. For info. Contact Doris Driver at 250-295-3518. Lunch available.
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PRINCETON LEGION BRANCH #56: Reminds all veterans that the D.V.A. Now makes home visits. For more info. Phone 250-295-6060
HEDLEY MUSEUM: General Meeting, meets the 2nd Monday of each month. 6 p.m. @ The Hedley Museum
JA SCHOOL & COMMUNITY GARDEN: New members invited to volunteer as “garden angels”attend committee meetings and garden their own plots. Phone Sandra 250-295-3779, Sharon 250-295-4080 or JAE School 250295-6727
THE PRINCETON RIFLE AND REVOLVER CLUB: INDOOR SHOOTING RANGE Juniors & Seniors meet at 7 p.m.. every Wednesday at the Family Centre (behind the legion). Phone 250-295-6150.
CINDY PAROLIN SAFE HOMES PROGRAM: Princeton and area, crisis intervention, emotional support, information, legal strategies and safe shelter in cases of abuse against women in relationships. Call the 24 hour women’s crisis line at 250-295-8211 for confidential services.
VERMILION FORKS FIELD NATURALISTS: Group meets second Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m. at the Riverside Centre. Public welcome. OTTER VALLEY FISH & GAME: Meeting’s 3rd Thursday of each month at noon in the Club House.
MONDAY NIGHT BRIDGE: @ Riverside Centre 7 - 9:30. Knowledge of bridge necessary. Call Gail @ 250295-0171
VERMILION TRAILS SOCIETY: Meets at the Chamber Basement every 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. For more info: Contact kvrrider@ gmail.com New Members welcome!
Health PRINCETON COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CHAC): Meets third Tuesday of every month at 7 PM at Town Hall.
PXA MEETING: Held on the third Tuesday of each month. 7 p.m. at the Princeton Library Conference Room. New Members welcome!
PRINCETON HEALTH ACTION COMMITTEE: Regular public meetings first Wednesday of every month at 7 PM at the BPO Elks Lodge.
PRINCETON FISH & GAME: General meetings second Monday of the month. 7:00 p.m. Wellness Centre. For memberships contact Joy Klassen @ 250-295-3134
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN: If interested in attending, please call: Barb 250-295-4050 or Del 250-295-3266
PRINCETON RACING DAYS ASSOCIATION: Meets the third Thursday of the month in the Princeton Library Conference Room at 6:30 p.m.
TOPS: (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) chapter meets at Riverside Wellness Centre every Thursday. Weigh-in-Time 8:30 AM Meeting 9:00–10:00 AM. For more information please contact Lynda 250295-3658 or Myrna 250-295-7272 Visit www.tops.org
PRINCETON & DISTRICT FALL FAIR ASSOCIATION: Meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Princeton Library Conference Room at 6:30 p.m.
COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS: Group helps bereaved parents. Will meet as needed. Call Shirley Haker at 250295-3607. sehaker@persona.ca CRISIS LINE: You can call us 24 hours a day, everyday, and your call is confidential and anonymous. The crisis line is 250-493-6622. Or call collect from locations within the South Okanagan Similkameen: (250)493-6622. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Meet Friday In Tulameen at 7:30 p.m. at Library call 250-295-7005 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Tuesdays @ 7:30 p.m. Arbor House. Thursdays @ 7:30 p.m. Baptist Church. Old Hedley road. Contacts: Fred 250295-7272 or Marena 250-295-7663 NEW LADIES AL-ANON MEETING: Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? Mondays; noon - 1 p.m. @ Riverside Wellness Centre. Contact Central Referral @1-604-688-1716 NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: Meet’s every Wednesday & Sunday at the Info Centre in Chamber Basement 7:30 P.M. Phone 1-877-234-5809 Club Notes: FREEMASONRY: FOR MEN OF GOOD CHARACTER: Freemasonry has been active in B.C. for over 130 years. It is a fraternity open to men of all races and religions. If you are of good character and want more information, please contact: The Secretary Similkameen Lodge #95 A.F.. & A.M. C/O Box 174 Princeton, BC V0X 1W0 PRINCETON LIONS CLUB: Regular dinner meetings the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month @ The Chamber of Commerce at 6:30 p.m. ROYAL PURPLE: Meetings first and third Tuesdays 7:30 PM, Princeton. ELKS: Meetings every second and fourth Sunday, 2 PM. ELKS AND ROYAL PURPLE: Joint meeting and pot luck supper every third Saturday at 5:30 PM. PRINCETON PERFORMING ARTS: Meet first Tuesday of each month @ 7 p.m. in Riverside Theatre. Contact Derek @ 250-295-3037 ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION: General meeting held on the third Sunday of each month at 1:00 PM. PRINCETON LADIES AUXILIARY LEGION BRANCH 56: Meet 2nd Tuesday of the month @ Legion Hall at 7:00 p.m. SIMILKAMEEN VALLEY ATV CLUB: meet 3rd Saturday of each month at 3:00 p.m. (March - August) in the Chamber Boardroom. Contact: 250-292-8348 svr.atvclub@live.ca
PRINCETON ROTARY CLUB: Meets every Tuesday @ 12 p.m. Heartland Restaurant (dining room). For more info. Call Judy @ 250-295-0217. New members welcome! COPPERHILL LANES: YBC Bowling Saturday 10 AM. Club 55. Men’s, Ladies and Mixed bowling leagues. Call 250-295-6500 for more information. SPECIAL “O” BOARD; Meets 3rd Tuesday of the month. Contact 250-295-7218 for meeting place & time. FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP: For more information, please contact Jennifer @ 250-295-7438 LAPIDARY PRINCETON’S ROCK & FOSSIL CLUB: Meetings held third Tuesday of the month. 7:00 p.m. Riverside Centre. Call Franz Hofer @ 250-295-3896 for more info. New members welcome! PRINCETON COMMUNITY BAND: Meets Mondays and Thursdays 6 p.m. in the PSS Band Room. New musicians welcome! Youth GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA: Contact: Carol Mack 250-295-7085 PRINCETON MINOR HOCKEY: Lori Gullison 250-295-3977 SIMILKAMEEN (JKA) SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB: 250-295-3909 or 250-295-7374 PRINCETON POSSE JR. HOCKEY CLUB: 250-295-6544 PRINCETON FIGURE SKATING CLUB: Lynette Boyd: 250-295-7113 KOKANEE SUMMER SWIM CLUB: Lindsay: 250-295-0759 PRINCETON FAMILY SERVICES SOCIETY : FAMILY PLACE 120 Kenley Ave. open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 11:00- 2:00. (Pre-natal) 11:00 -12:00 Mom’s help prepare and enjoy lunch together.
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John Allison Elementary School teacher, Shirley Low accepts the cheque from Theresa Antonick, Dean Wonneberg, Linda Thompson and Norma Tremblay of Valley First in Princeton.
Valley First Princeton presents grant to John Allison Elementary School John Allison Elementary School has received a grant from Valley First Community Endowment to support a program for the students to learn to cook. The project is called, “JA Kitchen Kids.” JA Kitchen Kids will have many volunteers involved including Valley First employees and other community members. The volunteers will be teaching the children the cooking lessons. John Allison Elementary also received a second grant from BCTF (BC Teachers’ Federation) to pay for the cookbooks.
Downtown Business Forum scheduled for Wednesday, Jan 15. Supporting our downtown - ideas are welcomed An invitation to a Let’s Talk Downtown Business Forum has been extended to local business operators. Princeton CAO, Rick Zerr hand delivered invitations on Friday, Jan 10 for the forum being held at the Riverside Centre at 145 Old Hedley Road on Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 7 p.m. The evening’s topic will be Supporting our Downtown and ideas are most welcome.
Participants involved in the evening will include: Mayor Frank Armitage; Councillors; Doug Pateman, Kim Maynard and Marilyn Harkness, Chief Administrative Officer Rick Zerr, Director Of Finance Shirley McMahon, Director of Parks and Recreation Lyle Thomas, Recreation, Tourism and Cultural Coordinator Nadine McEwen and downtown business operators.
Carriage Houses bylaw proposed for area H Steve Arstad sarstad@keremeosreview.com
Flexibility in housing seen as benefit from bylaw amendment to Area “H” A development application in rural Princeton for a zoning amendment to allow carriage houses was discussed by board members at the Planning and Development Committee meeting on January 9. The applicant proposes to introduce carriage houses as a permitted use on 12 parcels within a bare land strata subdivision at 590 East Similkameen Road in Electoral Area “H”. Rather than dealing with the proposal as a “spot zoning”, or site specific basis, staff urged the board to consider applying the amendment to all rural zones in Area “H”. “We consider a broader merit to this proposal,” said Regional District Planner Chris Garrish in his address to the board, “carriage houses provide an opportunity to diversify housing stock, provide an alternative to basement suites and expand rental housing opportunities.” The board’s biggest concerns stemmed from
the potential for a carriage house to overload a property’s septic field. Area “D” Director Tom Siddon suggested an engineering study could be undertaken in order to assess the property’s septic field’s ability to take the extra load. “I would be happy to see this bylaw pass,” said Area “H” Director Brad Hope, following the discussion. “It will give flexibility to larger properties in terms of size of secondary suites. Actually, I don’t know why we haven’t had this all along.” Hope said he had received other inquiries regarding the introduction of such legislation from other rural property owners. Carriage houses, as defined by the Regional District, carry a list of conditions that include size and setbacks, as well as requirements to be located on secondary floors and to be connected to the property’s existing septic system. The bylaw would not apply to lands within the Agricultural Land Reserve. The bylaw amendment will come before the board at the next regular meeting on January 23 for approval. A finalization of the draft bylaw will follow before the legislation is brought forward for public consultation.
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A daughters loving gift offers mom a new lease on life Lisa Carleton
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Back in July of 2013, The Spotlight brought you the story of 22 year old Chantelle Hergott, a young mother of two who made the decision to donate one of her kidneys to her mother, 42 year old Shelley Cooper. “I have a chance to give mom a better life,” said Hergott, “My kids need their grandma and I need my mom.” Cooper’s kidneys had reached Stage 5 End Stage Renal Failure/Disease (ESRD), her kidney’s were functioning only at three percent. She had been living on dialysis for five years. Testing done at Princeton General Hospital and St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver, gave doctors the all clear to perform transplant surgery between daughter and mother. On August 19, 2013 Hergott and Cooper were admitted to St. Paul’s Hospital. Hergott went into surgery first at about 6 a.m., and woke in recovery at about noon. Cooper’s surgery was a bit longer, lasting about five hours. After two days, Hergott got to see her mom, who was already up and walking around. “I was motivated to get out,” said Cooper with a chuckle.
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Shelley Cooper leans over to give her daughter Chantelle Hergott a kiss on the cheek, while they shared their good news with The Spotlight on Dec. 30.
Mother and daughter spent a week recuperating under the care of Uncle Calvin, who drove daily from Cloverdale to Vancouver and Shelley’s husband Rick. “He was amazing,” said Cooper of her husband, “I don’t think I would have made it through without him.”
Hergott returned home to her family and to what she describes as “lots of help and support.” Her husband Preston Hergott, along other family members and friends were awesome with helping with the kids, house and even supplying meals. Her employer Dawn Kastor and co-workers at the Princeton Dollar Store/Bakery were very supportive as well. Hergott had to take it easy for six weeks, (She says it’s a bit hard to do when you have little ones) but felt well enough to return to work by the end of September. She is happy to report that she has, “had no problems, has no stipulations other then a six month check up and then yearly, and does not face any lifestyle changes.” Cooper had to spend a few months in Vancouver, to be close to doctors care. She did suffer some complications for the first month or so, due to withdrawals from medications she used to have to take and some dehydration issues. “But after that, things turned around,” said Cooper. She was able to return home to Princeton on October 17. Cooper will have to take anti-rejection medication for the rest of her life and will have frequent check ups for the next three years. She is now free of dialysis and a bunch of medications, has, “a few restrictions, but it’s all good,” she said. “This is a beautiful thing,” says Cooper, “I am feeling great.” With tears in her eyes, she turns to her daughter and says, “I can’t thank you enough, you have saved my life. I love you dearly.” “It is a life changing experience,” said Hergott who is teary eyed as well, “It is a precious gift to give someone… and it feels good.” Mother and daughter say that the experience is one they would not change for anything and they encourage and hope that others will look into organ donation and, “Take the chance to save someone’s life.” “To have someone so special… to give a piece of herself is amazing,” said Cooper, it has given me a whole new lease on life.” “Everyone deserves one,” adds Hergott. Any healthy person is eligible to be a living donor—you do not have to be a relative of the recipient. If you are interested in providing someone you love or someone you don’t even know a second chance at a healthier life, talk to your doctor. More information on the donor registry can be found at www.kidney. ca or www.transplant.ca. In Canada, there are approximately 4500 people waiting for organ transplant surgeries. 72 percent of those people are waiting for a kidney transplant.
Survey gauges Pulse of BC South communities
Readers of Black Press BC South community newspapers reaching from Salmon Arm to Penticton, Keremeos, Hedley and Princeton, will have a chance to win a cool $1,000 for completing an online survey that will help local businesses better understand customers in their community. Black Press has partnered with respected research company Pulse Research to bring the Pulse of BC South survey to readers, which looks at the shopping plans and priorities of our readers and their media reading habits. Reader answers will help gauge the current consumer climate to help local businesses craft new and better ways to serve their clients and customers. Responses will be kept confidential; reader contact information will only be gathered in order to enter the name into a prize draw for one of three, $1,000 cash prizes to be given away across the Black Press BC South region. Readers who submit the survey before January 31, will also have their name entered into the early bird draw with a chance to win one of ten, $50 grocery gift cards. The online survey will take about 35 to 40 minutes, erasing the need for readers to spend long periods of time on the phone answering questions.
“We are very excited to be part of this invaluable survey that looks at our readers shopping plans for the upcoming year,” says Black Press BC South president Bruce McAuliffe. “I am confident that gathering this information, will no doubt benefit both our readers and local businesses in all of our communities” The Pulse Research survey has already been successful for businesses. In fact, one client took the results of the research to the bank and was able to secure a loan to expand their business, on the strength of the research. Among the benefits of the study is allowing businesses to identify niche areas of their business, including showing potential areas for growth or expansion. Pulse Research was founded in 1985 to provide publishing clients with research-based advertising sales and marketing programs designed to get results. They are able to deliver insight to businesses who are currently faced with an everchanging mix of products and services, including web, niche, special sections and deals. Check out www.pulseresearch.com/bcsouth to complete the survey and to enter the prize draws.
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Shelley Cooper (top) is the recipient of a living kidney transplant, a gift from her daughter Chantelle Hergott. (bottom) Chantelle wanted to give her mother a second chance at a much healthier life. On August 19, 2013 the transplant surgery was performed at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver.
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Site C would benefit B.C. for generations Guest Editorial Blair Lekstrom
Public hearings are underway for the Site C Clean Energy Project (Site C), a proposed dam and hydroelectric generating station in northeast B.C. As a former energy minister, I know the Site C project very well and I believe that it is a good project for the region and a good project for the entire province. Having lived in the Peace region my entire life, I recognize that there will be a need to give and take as we move forward as a province. The Site C project is an important one for B.C. and I believe it is in the public interest to proceed. With electricity demand forecast to increase by about 40 per cent in the next 20 years, the project would help meet the future electricity needs of both people and businesses. And the power from Site C would be needed with or without an emerging LNG industry; although LNG facilities would accelerate the need for the project. The business case for Site C is a compelling one. If approved, Site C would provide clean, renewable and cost-effective electricity for more than 100 years. Hydroelectric facilities like Site C use water as its power source, so it would produce among the lowest level of greenhouse gas emissions compared to alternatives. And Site C would have a relatively small reservoir for the amount of electricity it would generate because it would rely on the existing Williston Reservoir for most of its water storage. This is very significant as it would allow Site C to generate 35 per cent of the energy of the W.A.C. Bennett Dam with a reservoir that is only five per cent of the size. The electricity from Site C would also help our province be electricity self-sufficient, so that we do not have to import electricity from other jurisdictions. Of course, all new electricity-generation projects have impacts and Site C is no different. That’s why BC Hydro has filed tens of thousands of pages of detailed information to environmental assessment agencies that explains the potential effects of the project, along with plans to mitigate those effects. BC Hydro’s conclusion is that the effects from Site C can be mitigated through careful project planning, comprehensive mitigation programs and ongoing monitoring during construction and operations. And ultimately that the project’s effects are justified by the need for the project, and the environmental, economic and social benefits it would provide. The economic development from Site C will be important for many families and communities in the region and the province. Construction would add $3.2 billion to gross domestic product (GDP), including $130 million to regional GDP. This translates into a lot of jobs. The project would create 10,000 person-years of direct construction jobs and about 33,000 direct and indirect jobs. B.C. has a history of success with hydroelectric power. We are world leaders in building and operating hydroelectric dams and generating stations safely and reliably for the benefit of millions of British Columbians. I believe Site C is in the best long-term interests of B.C. Blair Lekstrom is a former MLA and Cabinet Minister, and a former Mayor of Dawson Creek in northeast B.C.
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Harper rapped for wrong reasons
VICTORIA – Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s latest visit An anonymous federal scientist fired back on his blog that to B.C. was portrayed as these things are today: besieged by the head of one of these libraries retired before the contents protesters, hiding from an ever-vigilant media, cynically cam- could even be catalogued, much less completely digitized for paigning for the 2015 federal election. online access. TV couldn’t get enough of the two “environmental activSo this material wasn’t even properly organized? Users ists” who dressed as waiters to slip onstage at a business were supposed to browse until they stumbled on something breakfast in Vancouver. pertinent? They’re not environmentalists, just all-purpose protesters. The ministry reported that the average number of people They are associated with a group calling itself “No One Is other than federal fisheries staff who used these libraries averIllegal,” a collection of anarchists that want to do aged between five and 12 per year. That’s for all away with national borders and capitalism. 11 facilities combined. And if anyone has even As their sign said, they want “climate justice one example of information that was available now.” Organizer Brigette DePape explained to and isn’t now, they should identify it. a CBC TV host that the recent typhoon in the Harper’s got plenty to answer for, no quesPhilippines that killed thousands of people was tion. Just one of many examples, spending our caused by global warming, which of course is borrowed money on TV ads for a “Canada Job caused mainly by the Alberta “tar sands.” Grant” program that hasn’t even been introduced I won’t dwell on this idiocy, except to say the in Parliament, much less set up, is dishonest and TOM FLETCHER number of hurricanes that struck North America cruelly misleading to the unemployed people the in 2013 was zero, and that hasn’t happened since ads pretend to offer help. 1994. Also, “climate justice” is like “social jusHarper’s visit to B.C. added a couple of tice,” both require confiscation of earned wealth. scripted events, starting with softball questions at DePape is the former Senate page fired in 2011 the Vancouver business breakfast. Then he was for a similar sign stunt. She’s now a professional Harper hater, off to a photo op at the Kinsol trestle on Vancouver Island, with support from the U.S.-based Tides Foundation. where he announced three more years of funding for the One of the issues Harper didn’t take questions on was the Trans-Canada Trail. consolidation of 11 federal fisheries libraries into two, one of This is not news, it was a fake public event to justify the them in Sidney, B.C. cost of a trip so Harper could address a new Conservative This is portrayed as part of Harper’s so-called “war on sci- riding association. ence,” and has been compared with the Romans burning the And how is the federal deficit after eight years of library of Alexandria in ancient Egypt. Conservative rule? We’re borrowing about $1 billion a month Fisheries Minister Gail Shea defended the cost-cutting now, down from the Harper government all-time record defimeasure by pointing out that almost all access to these librar- cit of $55 billion in 2009. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. ies is now digital, so maintaining 11 duplicated sets of printed Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca reports is a waste of taxpayer dollars.
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Fortunate to live in a community with volunteers who have the skills to save a life Dear Editor, In the small communities of our valley, people come and people go, events take place that make you sing or cry, milestones are met, plans change, jubilation and sadness are shared. This is all part of the intricacies of living in a “community” and living life together. Seldom do you feel the effects, or even have the knowledge of the details in your neighboring communities when something wonderful happens or something tragic. The following story needs to be shared. The Hedley Community Club was hosting a Grey Cup party where the green definitely out numbered the black and gold and good food and neighbours had joined to watch the game. The group of 35 was a real mix...........some interested in the game, all interested in the food. Half time was nearly over when one of our members just slipped out of his chair onto the floor and laid there unconscious. After a very brief silence the room jumped into action. Within 15 seconds, CPR was being performed, 911 had been called and a defibrillator was on scene within 10 minutes. Sitting next to this member was First Responder Doug Nimchuck who, without hesitation, was upon him doing chest compressions and retired R.N., Cherie, was immediately
Arts Council would like your suggestions The Arts Council Concert Series in 2013 was particularly successful. March brought the De Danaan School of Irish Dance. The full house thrilled to the staccato rhythms of the dancers’ feet. Some of the audience will have noted that one of the dancers, Freddie Ngyen, was especially adept and we are proud to report that he went on to the international championships in Ireland and has now joined a troupe of dancers based in Ireland. In April, we offered Alpha Yaya Diallo, a multiple Juno award winner. Classic acoustic guitar combined with African drummers for an exciting performance from an internationally recognized musician. Then in June, a total change of pace. The Concertante Chamber Players, a string quartet gave attendees a sublime evening of classical pieces. This past fall, we kicked off the new series with Fab Fourever, who played to another full house. Their take on the early Beatles music was superb and their Liverpool accents well-rehearsed as they practiced a Beatles style of banter with the audience. Scheduled for February and March this year are, ‘Outerbridge: Clockwork Ministries’, a high energy magical adventure for the whole family, (check out outerbridge.com) and ‘Wheat in the Barley’, a group of six musicians playing a mixture of music from around the world in all kinds of genres on a wide variety of instruments. (wheatinthebarley.com) Meanwhile, the Arts Council is currently seeking to book performances for the 2014 - 2015 concert series and would like the community to provide input as to who or what kind of shows you would like to see. The Arts Council has been fortunate to qualify for grant funding to assist in the costs of bringing in artists, but it is important to the council that the demands of the audience are being met. Please send your suggestions to Princeton Arts Council at princetonartscouncilbc@gmail.com or call Marjorie Holland at 250-295-6718
across the room involved, counting rhythm, relating instructions, assessing and encouraging. Another First Responder was at the event and two more were there within minutes and the duties of saving our friend’s life was shared by this confident, capable, professional group of people. The severity of the situation was clear. The drama was being watched as if it were on TV. “We got him ......”, “Let’s go....don’t stop”, “He’s fighting me”, “go, go, go, go, go” ! Wow! This generous, active member of our club is alive and now has a pace maker. It was said there might not be one big enough for him as he is a man with a very big heart. He would not be with us today if the situation had been any different. If he had been at home, on the road, or anywhere else for that matter, he would not have lived. If this unusual mix of people had not come to the hall this day he would not have lived. He was gone twice and brought back to life. I just thought everybody should know what a fortunate community we live in to have volunteers that are able to take a life and death situation and apply their knowledge and skills to save a neighbour and friend. Bravo to you all!
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Regular Meetings of the Board of Education will be held as follows: February 12, 2014 – Princeton March 12, 2014 – Merritt April 16, 2014 – Princeton May 7, 2014 – Merritt June 11, 2014 – Princeton Meetings are held in the School Board Office and start at 6:00 p.m.
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Check your thermostat battery Dear Editor, In this day and age when many people can not afford regular furnace maintenance, I thought the following should be brought to the public’s attention. As well as replacing the batteries in one’s smoke detector, batteries in the thermostat also need to be replaced.. During a recent cold snap, I went home to find my home very warm. Thinking the furnace would soon shut off, I carried on with other activities. After a while though I was sweating just sitting, so checked the thermostat. It was up to 23 degrees
although it was set to turn off at 20 degrees. Soon it was up to 26 degrees and I phoned the heating company that had serviced my furnace a month earlier. Then sat with the doors and windows open until they arrived and fixed the problem. Turns out on of the batteries we had installed were defective. I would hate to think what would have happened if I had been away for a few days. I would recommend that the thermostat batteries be checked and or replaced regularly. Bob Richards Penticton, B.C.
Debate on spending cuts Dear Editor, There is heated debate in faith based America on spending cuts on its social safety net, re - food stamps, un-employment benefits, health care, etc. Nothing is reported on the savings in blood, human suffering and treasure due to the winding down of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and restraint from involvement in the violent middle east upheaval and America’s runaway war machine. However searing, criticism and attacks on America’s institutions, particularly the office of the Presidency, which in total
is killing America. This is in stark contrast with the incredible progress made by Atheist, non militant China. Is the attempt to remove America’s first black President from office next? This deeply concerns Canadians as Canada is the 52nd defacto American state. Israel being the 51st. A nation’s destiny in large part is determined by the dynamics of its involvement in globalization. Joe Schwarz Penticton B.C.
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Karrie Crucil rescued this little owl on her way to work last Thursday morning. He spent the day recuperating from his attack and was released by Crucil on her way home that same evening.
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Doug Pateman (2nd from right) president of the Princeton Highway Extrication Society and member Kenny Bishop (far left) pose for photo with the board of the Princeton Hospital Ladies Auxiliary: treasurer Mitsy Hilmstead, 2nd vice Ann Middleton, vice Laila Bird, president Char Smith and secretary Maggie Trehearne. The auxiliary presented Princeton Highway Extrication with enough funds to pay their truck off three months earlier than expected. “We are ecstatic!” exclaimed Pateman, “Without these ladies we couldn’t have paid the truck off three months early. We couldn’t have gotten this far or have the truck even, without their tremendous support.” The Highway Extrication Crew are a great group of people,” said auxiliary president Char Smith. She adds, “They do good work and it is much appreciated. Thanks go to Frank Courier for bringing the need of the society to our attention.”
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Karrie Crucil loves animals. She and her family have horses, a dog and cat and she owns and operates the local dog groomers—Barking Bubbles Grooming. Over the past few months, Crucil has had some interesting experiences that have left her wondering what the heck is up with birds. Heading into town along the Old Hedley Road, on Thursday morning, Crucil saw a small owl being attacked by a murder of crows. “They were pecking his poor little head to death,” she said, “I just had to help him.” “And two of the crows each had him by his wings and were trying to rip him apart,” she added. Crucil scared off the crows and proceeded to wrap the little owl in a fleece jacket. Once the very shaken little guy was bundled up, he calmed right down. Not sure if he was badly injured or not, Crucil decided to take him to work with her so she could keep an eye on him and contact help if she needed to. She named the little owl Pete. Crucil put some branches and water inside one of the larger kennels in her shop and placed Pete inside. He remained quiet and still for quite a while. Later in the afternoon, she heard a rustle above and realized that Pete had gotten himself out of the kennel and was flying around inside the shop. She looked up towards him and he flew down and landed beside her on the desk. Crucil then extended her arm out and Pete climbed up her arm and cuddled in on her shoulder. Knowing now that he was not seriously injured, she decided to give him a little more rest and put him inside a smaller kennel with a towel over it to provide a dark place for him to sleep until she could return him to his home.
Crucil received permission to release Pete on the Antonick property which is close to where she had rescued him earlier that morning. She said that Pete was well rested and flew back home without any trouble. Just a few days before Christmas, a group of kids walking down from the high school, came across an injured hawk. The kids all know Miranda Crucil, Karrie’s daughter, so they decided to bring the hawk to Crucil at Barking Bubbles Grooming. Crucil contacted the South Okanagan Rehabilitation Centre (SORCO) www.sorco.org in Oliver, but before they could get here, the hawk died. During the first week of October 2013, Crucil was driving past the Princeton Chevron when she noticed Joanne McIvor, Tina Krause and a police officer trying to corral a large bird in the parking lot. Figuring that she could help, Crucil pulled in to see if they wanted to use one of her animal crates. The bird was an unhappy loon and was quite vocal as well as confrontational. Soon enough, the four adults were able to corral the loon with the blanket and get it into the crate and load it into Crucil’s truck. Crucil called the Kamloops Wildlife Park www.bczoo.org and arrangements were made for her to transport the loon who was now named George, to the park where it would be received after hours. George spent a few months in rehabilitation at the park and was released at the end of December down in Vancouver, alongside the Pacific Ocean. Crucil is happy that both George and Pete survived and were returned to their homes, but is a little curious as to why these experiences have happened. Maybe, there is just something about Karrie Crucil...
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B.C.’s Coastal First Nations were quick to endorse a new U.S. study of the value of bear viewing in their traditional territories. Kitasoo/Xai’xais councillor Doug Neasloss said the study by the Washington D.C.-based Centre for Responsible Travel supports what the northwest coast aboriginal communities have been saying for years: “Bears are worth more alive than they are dead.” The study calculated that in 2012, bear viewing in what is now popularly known as the Great Bear Rainforest generated 12 times the visitor revenue as bear hunting. It counts 510 people employed in bear viewing companies compared to 12 jobs in guided hunting. The study is the latest salvo in a battle over trophy hunting in B.C. In November the province proposed to expand its traditional grizzly hunt to include Cariboo and Kootenay regions that were previously closed due to population concerns. The Coastal First Nations, which includes
Haida, Heiltsuk and seven other North Coast communities, has asserted its unresolved treaty rights in logging and pipeline protests as well as bear hunting. In 2012 the group announced a ban on trophy hunting for bears in its territories. The province has continued to issue “harvesting” permits, including one well-publicized trophy shot by NHL player Clayton Stoner in May 2013, who took only the head and paws. The U.S. study, funded by Tides Canada and Nature Conservancy USA, suggested B.C. has overstated the value of its guide-outfitter business to remote economies. The province tracks wildlife populations and records human-related deaths, including vehicle accidents and “conflict kills,” where ranchers or conservation officers shoot bears to protect homes or livestock. The U.S. study reports that there were 74 grizzly hunters from outside B.C. in 2012, 80 per cent of them from the U.S. From 1976 to 2009 the province issued hunting permits for an average of 297 grizzly bears a year.
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and a Throwbag. Rorvik explains that just about anything that you can find that will extend your reach safely can be used to pull someone else to safety. Day three - Sunday, began on the Bridge of Dreams with site assessment and hazard identification. The instructors took their trainees down to the rivers edge to teach them how to identify entrapments and how to choose the best place to go in. Identifying the different types of ice and how the movement of the water breaks the ice down was an all important piece in the training on the river ice. (moving water) Self rescue and victim rescue techniques were practiced both on the ice and in the water of the Tulameen River. Day two and three of training also included various uses of the RDC (Rapid Deployment Craft) - a rescue boat. It takes minimal storage room when deflated, inflates within seconds, can be carried by one person, can be towed behind another boat or snowmobile can be run across the ice, snow and paddled across the water. It also negotiates class 4 swiftwater. The RDC is known as the “safest, most durable, easiest to use, rescue boat ever made.” The group spent approximately seven hours a day on the ice and in the water on Saturday and Sunday to complete the Ice Safety and Rescue Technician-Advanced course with the Raven Rescue instructors. Both Steve Mciver and Ashley Larsen said that the “cold”wasn’t bad. All the trainees were outfitted in drysuits, with proper layering underneath. Safety gear including helmets and tethers were also worn at all times during the training weekend. More on Princeton Ground Search and Rescue next week. See January 22 edition of The Similkameen Spotlight.
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Trainees are shown how to use the multi-use RDC. (Rapid Deployment Craft) and practice rope rescue and Throwbag techniques while on the ice of the Tulameen River. Proper safety gear and layered clothing helped keep them warm during training.
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Jim Shales learns how to get himself up on the ice and roll to safety during the Self Rescue scenario part of the weekend training.
The Reach Technique of rescue is taught on the ice of Mackenzie Lake. Reaching with items such as a paddle, ladder, rope or even an extension cord is the safest form of rescue and should always be attempted first.
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On Friday, Jan. 10 the officers of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #56 and Ladies Auxiliary were installed. Membership awards, Poppy Appreciation and Certificates of Appreciation were also presented. Top photo: past president Wayne Terepocki, executive members; Chuck Whitlock, Wayne Cummings, Cliff Glover, Bernadette Kelleher and service officer Doreen Poulsen. Executive member Jerry Rodgers, Deputy Zone Commander Graem Wells, Zone Commander Rick Lundin, president Branch #56 Jim Turner, 2nd vice Jean Bowles and branch manager Karen Wittich. (Missing from photo - 1st vice Bob Paterson) Photo left: Ladies Auxiliary Back row: executive committee member Dawn Johnson, president Charlene Longdo. Front row: Zone Commander Marina Ashley, vice president Dorothy Monkman, executive committee members Gail Madill and Norma Kraetor and secretary/ treasurer, Ann Bauder.
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The last few days of April found us staying at the searching for a spare camera battery for Wen’s very Hutian Hotel in Guang Zhou. The city yearly hosts new camera. Immediately, two or three salespeople the largest trade show in China and Wen, Sharon and attended and an interesting ritual began. Paul were attending it. First, and apparently most importantly, the While they made their way to the huge conven“grandparents� were given stools to sit on and a cup tion centre for the day, I decided to strike out on my of hot water to drink. Cold water is not considered own and walked to a large nearby park to get some to be good for your health. Once the old ones were sketching done. It was a beautiful morning in spite of attended to, there came the serious business of determining which battery was required. Everyone talked the pollution which we had come to accept as a part MERRILYN HUYCKE at once and nobody smiled, yet clearly they were of the cities of China. enjoying themselves. After some discussion, all in Grandparents with their grandchildren were Cantonese of course, it was determined that the bateverywhere. I found myself a place to sit and began tery would be available in a few days and we could to sketch. Curiosity knows no nationality and soon pick it up then. the grandparents were bringing their little ones close The most amazing aspect of it all was that when we went by to see what I was doing. Through smiles and gestures we communicated without a single shared word. Fortunately, I had around later to pick it up, the original salesperson came all the way a pocketful of Canadian flag lapel pins which I gave away to the down to our vehicle, hand-delivered it and then left with a cheery wave. That was service! children. I felt like visiting royalty! As you can see, we were becoming increasingly comfortable When we were all reunited that evening and had eaten, we headed for a large night market with the goal of buying a shirt for in our environment. Paul and I began to venture out on our own Paul. You need to understand that bargaining in Asia is a blood during daylight hours to people watch and to begin shopping for sport at which we westerners are miserable pikers. Paul found a little gifts for our Chinese hosts. We were at ease with the money shirt that he liked and began to show interest. The seller, gleefully by now so shopping wasn’t completely intimidating. Even though seeing a hugely profitable sale, claimed it was “same-same only there were many more people than I was comfortable with on the different� as a famous American brand and named an outrageous streets, I never once bumped into anyone. There is a sense of one’s space that took me by surprise. price. Sharon began to squirm with indignation. She could see that Seniors unselfconsciously practiced Tai Chi on the pathways that someone was going to lose and it wasn’t going to be the seller. She stepped in and took over with a ferocity that was astound- ran alongside the Pearl River. And of course, there were the signs ing. Within a few short minutes, Paul was the startled owner of a everywhere that, translated into fractured English, made us feel at knock-off that Sharon had haggled down to three dollars. home. Our shopping lessons extended to an experience in an enorBy May 4 when we left for Shanghai, our last Chinese destinamous computer and camera store. By now I had mostly forgot- tion before returning home, I was beginning to realize the enorten that I wasn’t Chinese so it was natural to fall into the role of mity of our adventure and wondering in which way I was being the grandparent. We took the escalator to the appropriate floor, transformed.
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Thumbs Up/Down Thumbs up to the members of Princeton Ground Search and Rescue for braving the frigid waters this past weekend to take Ice Rescue Training. Kudos!
Princeton Pentecostal Church
Thumbs Down to the lack of sidewalk clearing! Come on people - keep them clean, public safety is at risk!
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 Joe Martinsen 250-295-7951
(The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada)
St. Paul’s United Church Also serving the Anglican Community
Office: 250-295-7714
Name: Steve Mciver Likes: Training days with Ground Search and Rescue. (GSAR) Likes x2: Wearing a dry suit for Ice Rescue training!
WorshiP - 10:00 am
If you have a thumbs up/down or want to be our Smile of the Week, give us a call at 250-295-3535 or drop by the Spotlight at 282 Bridge Street.
Communion: 3rd Sunday of the month
office hours
Tues and Thurs: 9:30 am - noon
190 - 1st Avenue Everyone Welcome
Baptist Church of Princeton
Across from Arena - Old Hedley Road Family Worship 10:00 am Prayer Meetings on Wednesday at 7:00 pm
250-295-7752
Living Water
Community Church Invites You to
38 Kenley Avenue 10:30 Morning Worship
Pastor George Donovan Tel: 250-295-7733 CELL:250-293-6447
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MINESTRONE MAKES 8 SERVINGS TABLESPOONS OLIVE OIL OUNCE PANCETTA, CHOPPED (5-6 THIN SLICES) 11/2 CUPS CHOPPED GREEN CABBAGE 1 CUP CHOPPED ONIONS 1 CUP SLICED CARROTS 1/4 CUP CHOPPED CELERY 2 GARLIC CLOVES, MINCED 1 CUP CHOPPED, DRAINED, CANNED PLUM TOMATOES 2 QUARTS CHICKEN BROTH 1/2 CUP PEELED, DICED POTATO 1 OUNCE PARMESAN CHEESE RIND 3 OUNCES VERMICELLI OR ANGEL HAIR PASTA, BROKEN INTO 2-INCH PIECES (ABOUT 3/4 CUP) 1/4 CUP DRAINED, CANNED CHICKPEAS 1/3 CUP DRAINED, CANNED KIDNEY
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CAPRICORN: Capricorn, react swiftly to stressful situations, but do so with a clear head and conscience. Once a situation has been resolved, take some time to recharge your batteries. AQUARIUS: Aquarius, do your best to hold up your end of a bargain with a loved one. If you are struggling, simply ask for more time or help to ensure that everyone comes out a winner. PISCES: Pisces, your foremost priority is to further your position at work. Rely on your strong work ethic and attention to detail. ARIES: Aries, enjoy some well-deserved time off. Life has taken on a hectic pace of late, but some much-needed time to rest, relax and recharge has finally arrived. TAURUS: Taurus, hidden feelings come to the surface, and this will prove a pleasant surprise. Let things play out this week, and you will get some peace. GEMINI: Gemini, your friends are up to something and they want it to remain a surprise. Keep your distance, and don’t let your curiosity get the better of you. CANCER: A temporary situation at work may alter your plans for a few days, Cancer. But don’t let changes stop you from scheduling some down time with your friends. LEO: Leo, think things through before swinging into action. Run your ideas by someone close, and consider all of your options. This will ensure you make the best decision. VIRGO: Your confidence about the future is a byproduct of the past, Virgo. You have learned from past mistakes and are ready to forge ahead and turn your hard work into results. LIBRA: Libra, now is the time to address some relationship issues that you have been avoiding. Deal with them in a straightforward way, and you will glad you did. SCORPIO: A demanding schedule makes it impossible for you to be bored this week, Scorpio. However, if you desire a little time to decompress, you can fit it into your schedule. SAGITTARIUS: Sagittarius, while you may be anxious about the future, make sure you enjoy the here and now and not wish the present away too soon. New friends come into your life. FOR ENTERTAINMENT ONLY
BEANS CUP PESTO TEASPOON SALT, OR TO TASTE TEASPOON FRESHLY GROUND BLACK PEPPER, OR TO TASTE FRESHLY GRATED PARMESAN CHEESE, AS NEEDED
UNTIL THE FAT MELTS, 3 TO 5 MINUTES. DO NOT BROWN. ADD THE CABBAGE, ONIONS, CARROTS, CELERY, AND GARLIC. COOK UNTIL THE ONIONS ARE TRANSLUCENT, 6 TO 8 MINUTES. ADD THE TOMATOES AND SAUTE ANOTHER 2 TO 3 MINUTES. ADD THE BROTH, POTATO AND PARMESAN CHEESE RIND. BRING TO A SIMMER AND COOK UNTIL THE VEGETABLES ARE TENDER, ABOUT 30 MINUTES. DO NOT OVERCOOK. MEANWHILE, COOK THE VER-
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Business & Service Directory AUTOMOTIVE
MEL’S HOT RODS
*ICBC COLLISION REPAIRS *LICENCED TECHNICIANS *COURTESY CARS * AC Service * Electrical Repairs * Sand & Media Blasting * Welding Fabricating * Custom Painting & Restorations Quality Work at an Affordable Price
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
www.melshotrods.com
250 - 295 - 4018
AUTOMOTIVE
* now open 6 days a week!
Huffy’s Auto Repair 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
Ph: 250-295-6458
AUTOMOTIVE
Hope Auto Body Ltd.
• Complete collision & glass services • Courtesy Vehicles • Express repair facility - all insurance company estimates written here
966 6th Avenue, Hope, B.C. 604 •869 •5244 www.hopeautobody.ca 11/13W_HAB28
DRAFTING & DESIGN SERVICE Gecko Flats Design Drafting M Design Services Custom M Stock Home Plans Drawing Modifications @ Site Plans
Chris Jennings PO Box 681 PrincetonF BC V0X 1W0
ResidentialF Accessory M Small Farm Buildings
250-295-0251
service@geckoflatsdesign.com
FEED SUPPLY STORE Fletcher Building Supplies
FEED STORE Farm Supplies, feed, fencing, shavings, pellets...
222 Burton Ave., Princeton 250-295-6938 or 250-295-0255
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Cell: 250-295-8025
Heather Dobbs
Licensed Property Manager 240 Bridge Street PO Box 499 Princeton, BC V0X 1W0
Office: 250-295-3222 Email: hdobbs@telus.net
ROOFING SUPPLIES Fletcher Building Supplies ROOFING SUPPLIES SHINGLES METAL ONDURA...
222 Burton Ave., Princeton 250-295-6938 or 250-295-0255
RAY MICHAUD
•10% Seniors Discount
email: roofer.101@hotmail.com
BEDDING & PELLET
CAN-AM SKIDOO
Toll Free 1-877-299-ROOF (7663) Princeton: 250-295-3643 Fax: 250-295-3472 FREE ESTIMATES • ALL WORK GUARANTEED Brian Coyne le y t S OldBedding & Pellet Owner
Sales & Delivery
331 Old Hedley Road PO Box 948 Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0
Ph: 250-295-0606 Fax: 250-295-6588
EQUIPMENT RENTALS RENTAL STORE
Mahindra Tractors
Farm & Industrial Equipment George Edge
www.westcoasteq.com Princeton, B.C. Ph: 250-295-0101 Fx: 250-295-0103 email: george@westcoasttruckparts.com
HAIR STYLIST
Madysen Salway Licensed Hair Stylist Gift cards available! Need a new look for your new year? Call to book your appointment. 224 Bridge Street, Princeton BC 250-295-2552 ~ Walk In’s Welcome
RENTAL SERVICES
TOM REICHERT RENTALS
Reichert Sales & Service Ltd ski-doo & can-am Sales & Service reichertsales@mac.com
Marg & Ed Reichert
YOUR AD HERE
ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY
$15.00 PER WEEK
PET FOOD SUPPLIES Fletcher Building Supplies Pet Food & Pet Supplies
See us for all your Dog & Cat needs!
222 Burton Ave., Princeton 250-295-6938 or 250-295-0255
ROOFING SPECIALISTS 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
Box 1C #2 Tulameen, BC V0X 2L0 Phone 250-295-7329 Fax 250-295-7395
Specializing in: Cement Finishing Damp Proofing & Forms otterrock@nethop.net
STORAGE
WORKSHOP OR… STORE YOUR TOYS Block building 2,000 square feet, 2-storey, Office, lots of parking $1,150.00/month Princeton, B.C. CONTACT HOSS BUDDE DAY: 604-877-1599 NIGHT: 604-298-1948
Tulameen, B.C. V0X 2L0
Ph: 250-295-6489 Fax: 250-295-7768
•10% Seniors Discount
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
WOOD STOVES Fletcher Building Supplies Wood Stoves Pellet Stoves Pellets 222 Burton Ave., Princeton 250-295-6938 or 250-295-0255
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Business & Service Directory AUTO PARTS
Aquarium Supplies Aviary Supplies Herp Supplies
Quality Foods, Toys and Supplies for your Dogs & Cats.
MAC’S AUTO PARTS 193 Vermilion Ave. Ph: 250-295-6944
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES
N & L SERVICES
Phone: 250-295-7381
IF I CAN’T FIX IT... Try NASA* I’ll fix, adjust and correct your vehicle to your satisfaction, or I DON’T CHARGE!
Princeton Plaza
2 Licenced Mechanics
BINS & DISPOSAL Brian Coyne Owner
331 Old Hedley Road PO Box 948 Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0
Ph: 250-295-0606 Fax: 250-295-6588
FLOORING SERVICES
Laska’s Floor Service
•Supply
•Sales •Installation Carpet ~ Hardwood ~ Lino ~ VC Tiles Laminates ~ Engineered Wood ~ Cork ~ Area/Throw rugs Phone: 250-295-0454 / Fax: 250-295-0474 www.laskasflooring.com
Email: mlaska@nethop.net
HANDYMAN SERVICES RETIRED GUY
Experienced painter, home & deck repair.
250-295-0118 PET SUPPLIES
Phone: 250-295-7381
THE HUT
Bottle Depot
WE NOW ACCEPT ELECTRONICS FOR RECYCLING!
WE ACCEPT ALL POP, JUICE, WATER, MILK, LIQUOR AND BEER CONTAINERS WE ALSO RECYCLE HOURS: 11 AM - 4 PM DAILY LIGHT BULBS! CLOSED TUESDAYS AND STAT HOLIDAYS
367 HWY. 3
250-295-3835
Aquarium Supplies Aviary Supplies Herp Supplies
Princeton Plaza
OTTER VALLEY Rentals, Supplies & Services
RENTAL STORE
Mahindra Tractors
Farm & Industrial Equipment George Edge
www.westcoasteq.com Princeton, B.C. Ph: 250-295-0101 Fx: 250-295-0103 email: george@westcoasttruckparts.com
YOUR AD HERE
YOUR AD HERE
ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY
ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY
$15.00 PER WEEK
$15.00 PER WEEK
HANDYMAN SERVICES
YOUR AD HERE
General Home Repairs & Renovations
ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY
Macey MacDonald
Mobile Home Specialty No Job Too Small Professional Decks
250-295-4393 Cell: 250-295-2049
ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY
$15.00 PER WEEK
$15.00 PER WEEK POST SALES
le y t S Old Posts
Brian Coyne Owner
Sales & Delivery
331 Old Hedley Road PO Box 948 Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0
Ph: 250-295-0606 Fax: 250-295-6588
SEPTIC SERVICES
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F1rst Choice
SEPTIC SERVICE
250-295-6449
-landScaping -FoundationS • new inStall -wateR lineS • Replacement FENCING SpECIalIStS • maintenance contRactS *Fully insured* *Gov’t Cert./reGistered/isured* ALL Facets of PRESSURE WASHING with HOT WATER •Commercial •Residential •Industrial
250-295-0005
EQUIPMENT RENTALS
(* excluding small appliances)
YOUR AD HERE
RENTALS/LANDSCAPING Septic inStallation
BOTTLE RETURN/RECYCLE
Free Estimates - Senior Discount Professional Work Inside & Outside
SERVICE
Quality Foods, Toys and Supplies for your Dogs & Cats.
HONDA WATER PUMPS, TILLERS, LAWN MOWERS, GENERATORS, SNOW BLOWERS
Sakchai Rick Chaicomdee
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
Septic Cleaning Outhouse Rentals & Sales Mark Riegling
Owner /Operator
250-295-4191
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GIBSON, JEAN Passed away on January 3, 2014 in Princeton, British Columbia at the age of 85 years. Jean was born in Trail, BC on March 24, 1928 to David and Jean Reid. In her youth she loved dancing and ice skating. At the age of 21 she met John and they married on July 1, 1949, and were married for 62 years prior to John’s passing in 2013. She was a kind and generous woman who devoted her life to her husband and seven children. She always put others before herself and made a welcoming home for family and friends where they enjoyed her excellent home cooked meals and sweets. There was always love and laughter around her. Jean is survived by her loving children Ken (Isabelle), Gloria (Gord), Carolynn (Dale), Louise (Bill), Alan, Arlene (Mario), daughter-in-law Brenda, sister Bonnie, brother David (Wendy), and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Sadly, Jean was predeceased by her sister Ara Huggard, her son Robert Gibson, and her husband John Gibson. We would like to thank the doctors and staff of the Princeton General Hospital, and the home health nurses for the special care they gave our mom. A combined memorial service commemorating the lives of both Jean & John Gibson will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at 2 p.m. in the Princeton Legion Hall. 0HPRULDO GRQDWLRQV LQ OLHX RI Ă€RZHUV may be made to the Canadian Diabetic $VVociation at ZZZ diabeteV ca Place a classiďŹ ed word ad and...
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MASSON KENNETH BRUCE, May 10, 1930 January 7, 2014: Born in Alexandria Ontario to Walter and Ethel Masson, he was the youngest of eight children. Kenneth leaves behind his wife of 59 years, Margaret (Patrick), sons Bruce and Brad (Libby), grandchildren Bret and Danielle and cat Squeaker. He joined Overseas Telecommunications at age 15 in Montreal, then was transferred to Bam¿eld and later to Vancouver. He retired from Teleglobe Canada after 38 years. Kenneth hoped to have more years in retirement than working, but that wasn’t to be. Kenneth was in and out of hospital for over three months. He had colon cancer surgery, the heart attack shortly after - followed by Pneumonia. However, before all this, life was an adventure! He loved to travel, play golf, ¿sh, ski and enjoy all sports. Kenneth was proud to get his Open Water Dive Certi¿cate in Australia. He dove the Great Barrier Reef and dove in the Bahamas; Climbed Ayers Rock, the leaning Tower and then went to the top of St. Pauls (twice). Also special to Kenneth were the Vatican in Rome, Marlin ¿shing in Mexico and kissing the Blarney Stone. He visited the White House, Pikes peak and the Grand Ole Opry. His last trip to South Africa, was very special as well, he got to see Victoria falls and the wild animals in their natural habitat. There is no service by request. Donations in Kenneth’s memory may be made to the charity of your choice. Many thanks to Dr. Sandhu, Dr. Monro and all the nursing staff of Princeton General Hospital.
To us you were someone special, Someone loving, kind and true, You will never be forgotten, As we though the world of you, Always in our hearts. The Gibson Family
In Loving Loving Memory Memory of of In Dora Antonick Antonick Dora January 17, 17, 1997 1997 January
We of you you with with love love today today We thought though of But that is nothing new But that is nothing new We thought about you you yesterday yesterday We thought about And days before that too And days before that too We think of you in silence We think of you in silence We often often speak speak your your name name We Now all we have are memories Now all we have are memories And your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake With which we’ll never part God has you in his keeping We have you in our heart. Always remembered with great love Tim, Theresa & Family
John Gibson
March 8, 1920 ~ January 7, 2013 Death changes Everything, Time changes nothing, We still miss the sound of your voice, The wisdom in your advice, The stories of your life and just being in your presence, So no, time changes nothing, We miss you just as much today as we did the day you died, We just miss you.
The Gibson Family
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A&M ORCHARDS LTD requires 25 - 30 F/T Seasonal Workers for the Season starting in early April 2014. Workers will have 40 to 60 hours a week of work at $10.33 per hour. Duties include; Pruning, Thinning, General Farm work and picking fruit when ready. The farms are located in Keremeos, and the fruit that will be picked is as follows: Apples, Cherries, Peaches, Apricots, and Prunes. Piece rate will be paid at the prevailing Min. wage per BC Employment Standards. To apply Ph: 250-499-6253 or Fax: 250499-5062
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Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services BENJA Thai Restaurant in Keremeos requires 2 - Thai Cooks & 1 Server 2+ yrs. exp., read English. $13/hr DOE fulltime. Drop off resume in person or mail to: 516 7th Ave. Keremeos, BC V0X 1N0 or email to numnongkhai@hotmail.com 250-499-2561
Trades, Technical HIRING in Fort St John, BC. MILL ELECTRICIANS w/ experience. Wage up to $50/hr, Housing & Benefits. Shift-7days on/ 7off. Email resume: tom@fsjelec.com or fax 250-630-2114 Ph: 250-2634350
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STEEL BUILDING. “The big year end clear out!” 20x22 $4,259. 25x24 $4,684. 30x34 $6,895. 35x36 $9,190. 40x48 $12,526. 47x70 $17,200. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca
COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent on Vermilion Ave. 1000 sq. ft. or 400 sq. ft. of commercial, with 600 sq.ft. attached living quarters. Call Karen @ 250-295-3095
Yard-Man Snow Blower, new never used! 13 HP/33” Electric Start, Power steering $1500. Flatbed Trailer 4’ x 10’ deck, 2x10 planking, well built, was $500 now $250. Call to view after 5 pm 250-295-4046
1 BEDROOM cabin. Fully furnished. Includes internet & TV. $550/month + utilities. DD & Ref’s Req. N/pets. N/Noise N/Drugs. 250-295-6207
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2 bdrm basement, F/S W/D, $500 plus utilities. No pets. Call 250-295-3248 31 Kenley. Comfortable convenient downtown location. 2 bedrooms up w/finished bsmt f/s d/w and w/d hookup. Gas heat. Ideal for empty-nesters and working couples. No vicious dogs, no druggies. Contact johnsrentals@hotmail.ca 3 bdrm, 2 bath home, very clean, heated floors. W/D incl., deck off master bdrm, nice yard with 2 patios, garage & small shop. Close to downtown. Avail. Feb. 1, $1000 plus D.D. Applicants must have excellent references & steady employment. 250-295-6408
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Misc. for Sale HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or find us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
62 Halliford Ave., $148,900. Four bdrm home in downtown area. Many updates incl. windows & furnace. Two bdrm & laundry facilities on main floor. Clean & well maintained w/9’ ceilings, laminate flooring. Fenced garden area as well as fenced front yard. Two storage sheds included. Within walking distance to shopping & Trans Canada Trail. To view, 10 am to 7 pm, call 250-295-7990
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent APARTMENTS FOR RENT: Small bachelor unit $450. Lg. bachelor unit $550. 1 bed. unit $650. All utilities included. 1 bedroom $550 utilities extra. 1 bedroom $500 utilities extra. Call Karen @ 250-295-3095 Furnished Apt for rent in Princeton, available now. Need excellent references & D.D. No pets, must be quiet. Rents start at $525.00 month. Phone 1-250-295-1006 for details or leave a message with the best time to call back.
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Legal Notices Re: 236 Cement St.: Personal items not owned by property owner must be removed by Jan. 31, 2014. After this date items will be removed at the owner’s expense. Contact 236cement@mail.com prior to removal.
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