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95 students amazed by literacy An event organized by literacy coordinator, Dierra Maynard teaches kids life skills, while they think they are just having fun. Lisa Carleton lisa@similkameenspotlight.com

The second annual Amazing Literacy Race was held in Princeton on Thursday, May 8. 95 students from Vermilion Forks Elementary School along with the help and support of local businesses and a team of volunteers participated in literary challenges during the day long event. A scavenger hunt at the Princeton Museum took students through a Princeton History Mystery. At the Princeton and District Skills Center a career game challenge ensued taking the students from Geeks to Technology Gods. At the Princeton Water Park, the students were educated in Pool Safety and participated in a physical challenge. The Art Smart Challenge saw the students put specific words into a poem or short story. Fortis returned to the Amazing Race this year to teach students about saving energy, and about gas meter safety. Something to remember was, “If it’s not in use, you are to cut the juice.” Valley First presented a crash course in income, sensible spending and how to create a budget to the participants. Each of the eight teams were given $20 to spend at Cooper’s Foods to shop for a budget-friendly yet healthy meal. The purchases made went back to Valley First for donation to Feed the Valley and

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Mount Currie’s Ayla Pascall, rounds the barrel during Sunday’s Ladies Barrel Racing event during the Stan hompson Memorial Rodeo on Sunday, May 11. Sponsors for the event were Jebway Logging of Princeton.

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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 at Noon on the third Wednesday of the month. Everyone Welcome! Contact Marjorie Holland, Pres., 250-2956718 or Joann Gabriel, Sec., 250-2953361 for location. General meetings quarterly as announced. 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. PRINCETON LIBRARY: Tuesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m./ 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Wednesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Fridays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. PRINCETON MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES: 167 Vermilion Avenue 250-295-7588 princetonmuseum@gmail.com www.princetonmuseum.org 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.

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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.

GRANITE CREEK PRESERVATION SOCIETY: Meet the third Thursday of every month at 1:00 p.m. in the Princeton Museum Archive Room (upstairs). Everyone is welcome!

VISIT WITH YOUR MLA Visit MLA Jackie Tegart at the Princeton Town Hall: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month. 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 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. MONDAY NIGHT BRIDGE: @ Riverside Centre 7 - 9:30. Knowledge of bridge necessary. Call Gail @ 250295-0171 Health PRINCETON COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CHAC): Meets third Tuesday of every month at 7 PM at Town Hall. PRINCETON HEALTH ACTION COMMITTEE: Regular public meetings first Wednesday of every month at 7 PM at the BPO Elks Lodge. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN: If interested in attending, please call: Barb 250-295-4050 or Del 250-295-3266 TOPS: (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) chapter meets at Riverside Wellness Centre every Thursday. Weigh-in-Time 8:30 AM Meeting 9:00–10:00 AM. For more information please contact Lynda 250295-3658 or Myrna 250-295-7272 Visit www.tops.org COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS: Group helps bereaved parents. Will meet as needed. Call Shirley Haker at 250295-3607. sehaker@persona.ca CRISIS LINE: You can call us 24 hours a day, everyday, and your call is confidential and anonymous. The crisis line is 250-493-6622. Or call collect from locations within the South Okanagan Similkameen: (250)493-6622. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Meet Friday In Tulameen at 7:30 p.m. at Library call 250-295-7005 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Tuesdays @ 7:30 p.m. Arbor House. Thursdays @ 7:30 p.m. Baptist Church. Old Hedley road. Contacts: Fred 250295-7272 or Marena 250-295-7663 NEW LADIES AL-ANON MEETING: Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? Mondays; noon - 1 p.m. @ Riverside Wellness Centre. Contact Central Referral @1-604-688-1716 NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: Meet’s every Wednesday & Sunday at the Info Centre in Chamber Basement 7:30 P.M. Phone 1-877-234-5809 Club Notes: FREEMASONRY: FOR MEN OF GOOD CHARACTER: Freemasonry has been active in B.C. for over 130 years. It is a fraternity open to men of all races and religions. If you are of good character and want more information, please contact: The Secretary Similkameen Lodge #95 A.F.. & A.M. C/O Box 174 Princeton, BC V0X 1W0 PRINCETON LIONS CLUB: Regular dinner meetings the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month @ The Chamber of Commerce at 6:30 p.m. ROYAL PURPLE: Meetings first and third Tuesdays 7:30 PM, Princeton.

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.

ELKS: Meetings every second and fourth Sunday, 2 PM.

LITTLE FOLKS NURSERY SCHOOL: Meetings are every third Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at LFNS. 250-295-3083

PRINCETON PERFORMING ARTS: Meet first Tuesday of each month @ 7 p.m. in Riverside Theatre. Contact Derek @ 250-295-3037

PRINCETON LEGION BRANCH #56: Reminds all veterans that the D.V.A. Now makes home visits. For more info. Phone 250-295-6060

ELKS AND ROYAL PURPLE: Joint meeting and pot luck supper every third Saturday at 5:30 PM.

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

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PRINCETON LADIES AUXILIARY LEGION BRANCH 56: Meet 2nd Tuesday of the month @ Legion Hall at 7:00 p.m. HEDLEY MUSEUM: General Meeting, meets the 2nd Monday of each month. 6 p.m. @ The Hedley Museum THE PRINCETON RIFLE AND REVOLVER CLUB: INDOOR SHOOTING RANGE Juniors & Seniors meet at 7 p.m.. every Wednesday at the Family Centre (behind the legion). Phone 250295-6150. 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. VERMILION TRAILS SOCIETY: Meets at the Chamber Basement on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. For more info: Contact kvrrider@ gmail.com New Members welcome! PXA MEETING: Held on the third Tuesday of each month. 7 p.m., at the Princeton PXA Grounds. New Members welcome! PRINCETON FISH & GAME: Princeton Fish and Game Association, meet the second Wednesday of the Month at the Princeton Library, contact Al Lay 250-295-0250. PRINCETON RACING DAYS ASSOCIATION: Meets the third Thursday of the month in the office at Sunflower Downs (PXA Grounds) at 6:30 p.m. PRINCETON & DISTRICT FALL FAIR ASSOCIATION: Meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the office at the PXA Grounds at 6:30 p.m. 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. 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 Tues., Wed, and Thursday 11- 2. (Pre-natal) 11 -12 Mom’s help prepare and enjoy lunch together.

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Mayor Frank Armitage officially presents the keys for the brand-new fire truck to Chief Eric Gregson on Tuesday, May 6. In return, Mayor Armitage was the first civilian to ride shotgun while grinning from ear-to-ear.

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Fresh off the production line from HUB in Abbotsford, Princeton’s brand-new fire truck rolled into town on Thursday, May 1. A few excited members of the department met Joe, from HUB who drove the truck into Princeton for a quick stop before heading off to a weekend show. The truck was returned to Princeton and keys were officially presented to Fire Chief Eric Gregson on Tuesday, May 6, by Mayor Frank Armitage. The true 4” relay pumper truck, equipped to carry 2,500 imperial gallons of water, came with a $358,000 price tag and will service Princeton for the next 30 years. The Princeton Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting a Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser at the Brown Bridge Pub on Saturday, May 24 to raise funds to restore their ‘54 Bickle Seagrave —Princeton’s first pumper-truck which served the area for 40 years. The Seagrave has 15,115 original miles, the tank still holds water and the pump still works. Tickets are $10 each and are available from members at the hall on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

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Princeton’s original pumper truck is back with the Princeton Volunteer Fire Department. A Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser will be held on May 24 to aid the department in restoring the ‘54 Bickle Seagrave.

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Greetings from the Garden Club Doreen Poulsen Princeton Garden Club

The club is flourishing these days. We now have 19 members in our group and we always welcome anyone, young or old, who would like to join us. We meet the second Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. at the OAP Hall. One of our members, George Harry, has been making up monthly newsletters which address timely facts and ideas for gardening in our challenging climate. A few are being laminated and placed into local restaurants and coffee shops for everyone’s enjoyment. Thank you, George for doing this for us all. Also in March, George pruned the apple tree in front of Co Co’s and the club was invited to take part as he showed us the techniques for fruit tree pruning. A delicious lunch was served to all that attended. Thanks George and Co Co’s. Two other members have shared their knowledge with us as well. In February, Jack Gardiner gave us a very informative talk on Mason bees and their houses. He went a step further and gave each of us a mason bee house that he had made. In March, John Sandness gave us a well-prepared talk on birdhouses. Making them from new

and recycled building materials, tips on where to locate them and maintain them. Thank you gentlemen for passing on your expert knowledge. On March 16 we traveled to Hedley’s Hitching Post to join the Keremeos Garden Club in a St. Patrick’s lunch. We meet with them a few times a year and thoroughly enjoy our time with them. In April, Cory Oerlemans from the committee for the beautification of Princeton joined our meeting and asked for our input on the public areas and boulevards along Hwy 3. A few of us had a couple more meetings on the subject and then passed our ideas on to Cory to bring up at their next meeting. We are awaiting follow-up on this. Spring has finally made a resounding appearance so its time to prepare those gardens for planting. If you don’t know what to do then its time that you purchased one of our books “Yes, You Can Garden In Princeton.” The club will be at the Flea Market on Saturday May 24. We will be selling our book, as well as bedding plants and perennials. We will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have! Books are also available at Billy’s Restaurant, Everything Pets, Sunflower Gallery, Fletchers Building Supply, the Image Emporium and Winking Pedlar. Happy gardening and hope to see you May 24th.

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In late 2013, Miranda Mezzatesta and Jeff Dowling had good news to share with family and friends. There would be a baby brother or sister for five year old Caden. Their happiness was suddenly marred by problems with the pregnancy. Intitial testing stated that it was possible that their unborn child had Down Syndrome. The young couple were soon relieved to find that the test for Down Syndrome was negative, only to be devastated by the news that baby could possibly be suffering from Trisomy 18, also known as Edwards syndrome, a condition which is caused by an error in cell division. It was later determined that Trisome 18 was negative as well. The actual problem was that the placental Lisa Carleton/Spotlight blood flow was not Shannon White, mother to Miranda Mezzatesta and grandmother to baby functioning normally. Grayson is on a mission to raise funds for BC Children’s Hospital. Shannon says, At 23 weeks into her “BC Children’s Hospital is truly a blessing in disguise.” pregnancy, Miranda’s feeling well and that trip to the Hospital, for what they have uterus ruptured. hospital resulted in an emergen- done and continue to do for her She was air ambulanced to cy Caesarean section. daughter Miranda, Jeff, Cayden BC Women’s and Children’s Baby Grayson Alexander and Grayson.” Hospital in Vancouver where Dowling was born on February Shannon is very pleased to they conducted a myriad of tests 24, 2014 and came out kicking, announce that Grayson has been and placed her on limited bed squeaking and breathing on his chosen as the feature baby for rest. own. He weighed 1 lb. 3 1/2 oz this years fundraising campaign Her mother Shannon White and was 9.84 inches long. challenge. She is a member of the made arrangements from work “He’s had many challenges team Envision Financial, Valley (Valley First Credit Union) along the way,” has had to be First and Enderby & District and took off immediately to intubated because of his strug- Financial partnered with BC Vancouver. “Work has been very gles. He’s suffered from pneumo- Children’s Hospital Foundation supportive,” says Shannon. nia and we’re hoping that within to raise money to support BC “The nurses in the Evergreen the next couple of weeks he’ll Children’s Hospital. wing were amazing,” said be extubated. (tubes removed) Shannon is raising funds at a Shannon. “They brought in a Shannon calls Grayson her local level, accepting donations at bed and blankets for me, they Little Warrior Peanut. He is Valley First, Cool Beans Coffee, played music, and gave Miranda gaining weight, getting stronger Cooper’s Foods, Trisha Coyne massage-they did everything - is quite alert, looking around Music Studio and at Billy’s possible to make her and I and grasping mommy’s thumb. Family Restaurant. Donations comfortable in a family environ- When he hears Miranda singing can also be made through her ment.” to him, it doesn’t matter how ill personal webpage at https://secure. Miranda was later moved to he is, everything relaxes while bcchf.ca/SuperheroPages/main. Easter Seal House, and Shannon he’s listening to her. cfm?Member=42987&Event=MMP was shown how to monitor her Baby Grayson, who is still at Shannon will present her daughter. All needs and arrange- Children’s Hospital, is up to 3 cheque on Global TV during the ments were provided for, includ- lbs. now. Shannon says that she, Miracle Weekend on May 31 to ing that of bringing Jeff and “has no words to describe how June 1 and plans to assist on the Caden to stay as well. grateful she is to B.C. Children’s phone lines as well. At 27 weeks, Miranda wasn’t

To our dear friends, neighbours, doctors, nurses, auxiliary staff - thank you for your kind words, positive energy and support during the past two years. You are the angels that walk amongst us. Henry’s gift of “moments” has left a smile with all and a lifespan of memories. He is dearly missed. April, Matt, Lisa & Laura

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Farmland holy war falls flat VICTORIA – The NDP’s war against changes to the of the Peace region’s farm receipts. I would add that’s because Agricultural Land Reserve got nasty last week, as it became what is farmed at all is mostly growing hay, which requires miniclear it was defenders of the status quo who were being mowed mum capital and labour. down. “It has potential, to be sure, but its unique and irreplaceable Ever since legislation was tabled to divide the ALR into two contribution would be for those labour-intensive crops like zones, with greater emphasis on social and economic needs to vegetables, which are not remotely practical in a labour-short help viability of farms in the Kootenay, Interior and North region,” the report states. regions, most of the protest has been from unaffected areas. We have to bring in Mexican guest workers to get vegetable Much of it depends on emotion rather than fact. and fruit crops off in the Fraser Valley and Okanagan. For a In the legislature, Nanaimo MLA Leonard five-month growing season in the bush outside Krog rose to praise the late Dave Stupich, who Fort St. John? This is a classic example of the birthed the ALR as agriculture minister in 1973. fervor that replaces reason among the southern Krog likened Stupich to the Biblical Daniel for his faithful of the ALR. bravery in preserving farmland for our children’s And how is the status quo working? Summerland children. council voted to swap 80 hectares of flat farmland Cowichan Valley MLA Bill Routley did his for 90 hectares further away in the Summerland signature “jiggery pokery” routine, accusing cabiHills. The town is on restricted lakeshore terrain net minister Bill Bennett of being “giddy” at the and the council wants to increase its urban zone, prospect of paying off his friends with developusing the community need provisions that are TOM FLETCHER ment land. Before he gets too jiggery outside the enhanced by the current legislative amendments. protection of the legislative chamber, he would be This was after a demonstration organized with well advised to find some evidence. the help of a fake grassroots protest machine Stikine MLA Doug Donaldson, who reprecalled LeadNow, complete with signs and website. sents an area being given broader latitude for secondary uses (LeadNow also helped round up anti-pipeline protesters this on farmland, warned of drought in California. past weekend.) Meanwhile in the real British Columbia, life and farming go The media were fooled as usual, but not Summerland counon under the existing farmland protection regime. cil. LeadNow has moved on to lining up people to flood the The largest ALR exclusion in B.C. history took a step for- Agricultural Land Commission with form letters and petitions ward last week, as a federal-provincial review panel issued its against Summerland’s plan. report on the Site C dam proposed for the Peace River. The B.C. Agriculture Council, whose board first supported The panel noted that the dam would flood 2,775 hectares and then objected to the ALR amendments, has clarified its of farmland, representing all seven categories of soil qual- objections. It wants flexibility for secondary uses extended to ity. Opponents use a figure about twice that size, as if all the the prime farmland zones of the Okanagan, Fraser Valley and affected land was farmable. southern Vancouver Island. The panel accepted that this land, including the small Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black amount of micro-climate bottom land, represents 0.2 per cent Press. Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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The following bylaws were adopted by council during the regular meeting of council held at the Princeton Library Conference Room on Monday, May 5: Town of Princeton Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 887, 2014 (to amend the Town of Princeton Bylaw No. 880, 2013) - a rezoning of Single Family Residential (105 Copperhead Road) to Two Family residential Town of Princeton Financial Plan Bylaw No. 888, 2014 - the financial plan for Princeton for the years ending December 2014 to 2018, The Town of Princeton Tax Rates Bylaw No. 889, 2014 (property tax rates for 2014), The Town of Princeton Traffic and Highways Regulation Bylaw No. 890, 2014 - general use regulations, speed, stop-standing and parking, traffic control devices, obstructions and sidewalk café permits and licensing agreements. The business to first engage in a sidewalk café in Princeton is Thomasina’s, located at 279 Bridge Street. Development of the café is currently underway, with the removable walkway being created first. Complete bylaw and financial statement documents can be viewed by visiting http://princeton.ca/town-hall/official-documents

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Mike Grgich of Mike Grgich Contracting is setting the cement for the temporary walkway designed for pedestrian traffic alongside the soon-to-be sidewalk café located at Thomasina’s on Bridge Street. The walkway is designed to be removable in order to be stored away during the winter and brought back out when sidewalk café season begins again. Thomasina’s will be the first sidewalk café in Princeton.

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After an eight year hiatus, Renee, Nick, Ashley and Alexandra Goreas returned to Princeton to open the site formerly known as Santo’s and give it a new life. Completely refurbished and under the name of Little Creek Grill, Princeton’s newest restaurant is open for business.

Little Creek Grill opens in Princeton Alexandra Goreas is nicknamed Little Creek a combination of her parents, Nick and Renee’s heritage. (Cree and Greek) “This is how we came up with the name for our new restaurant,” said Nick Goreas. He adds, “the decor is purely Renee’s vision.”

Little Creek Grill has an elegant contemporary - rustic decor with a diverse menu suitable for the most discerning of palates. Open at 4 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday and long-weekend Mondays. Call 250-295-6644 for your reservation. “We are excited to be back” ~ Renee Goreas

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Image having a constant cough, trying medication and ending up blind in one eye. Breathing becomes increasingly more difficult as each day passes. Eventually, you are surviving only by taking oxygen 24 hours a day and your doctor informs you that there is no treatment and no cure for your condition. This medical scenario is exactly what happened to local, Cliff Glover and the importance of the results is why he’s decided to share his story. Glover was diagnosed with Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) - a chronic and ultimately fatal disease. The only chance of survival was a lung transplant. Refusing to “lay down and die,” as Glover puts it, he decided to do all he could to get healthy. Exercise, lose weight - positive things, but eventually he had to admit he wasn’t winning the battle. Glover was registered for a lung transplant (put on the list) As they live in rural Princeton, Kathryn was concerned about not getting the call due to phone line issues and no cell service being available—she began an internet search for help. The Iridium RoadPost company found out about the couples situation and came to their aid, supplying them with a satellite phone to carry with them at all times. They waited for the call. It came eight months after being registered. The Glover’s were ready and headed out—only to be turned around enroute as the transplant was cancelled. Two months later, the call came again and once more they were ready and left immediately. Upon arrival to the hospital in Vancouver, the couple were surprised to find out that Cliff would receive not one, but two lungs that day. Glover spent five days in ICU and transplant recovery for 16 days and will be taking anti-rejection medication for the rest of his life. “Dr. Yee (Glover’s surgeon) was a caring and

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Kathryn and Cliff Glover are grateful for their new lease on life thanks to the gift of life from an anonymous organ donor.

humble man,” says Glover about his experience. “All the doctors and nurses were the very best.” Giving the most credit to his situation, was in respect to his wife, Kathryn. “She was a shining example of home support,” he said. Now, two years and eight months later, Glover is healthy and active and sharing his story to encourage others to become organ donors. On Wednesday, May 14, from 1 - 4 p.m., at Cooper’s Foods, Cliff Glover will assist in registering you to become an organ donor. In British Columbia alone, there are over 400 people on the ‘waiting for transplant’ list. 80 per cent of British Columbians have said they would register to be an organ donor, but only 17 per cent have. Give the ultimate gift - live life and pass it on.

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Meet the new management team at Cooper’s Foods. Left, Jon Stammers, assistant manager, has been working in the store since December of 2013. John, who hails from Creston, B.C., has been, with the Overwaitea Food Group for 8 years. He loves the outdoors and looks forward to spending his free time on the water. New manager, Scott Gilbert, has been with the Overwaitea Food Group for 25 years. Scott and his wife Christine are moving to Princeton from Kelowna. They have three daughters, the two youngest joining them here. Princeton Cooper’s Foods has earned high respect due to it’s commitment to and support of the community. The new management team are dedicated to carrying that on. HOURS: 11 AM - 5 PM 10 AM - 5 PM SATURDAYS CLOSED TUESDAYS & STAT HOLIDAYS

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Appreciation from the Doug’s Homestead family Lisa Carleton lisa@similkameenspotlight.com

Going into their seventh season as owners/operators of Doug’s Homestead, a business that has been a part of the community for almost 25 years, Brent and Linette McClelland feel they have much to be thankful for. The McClelland’s purchased Doug’s Homestead in 2007. “Doug” stayed on for a year, teaching them all about the business. I put ideas to the “Doug Test still,” said Brent, he is my mentor— sometimes I listen... and sometimes I don’t,” he adds with a chuckle. He also says that the best thing he learned from Doug was, “Quality in and quality out,” that is what made Doug’s Homestead so successful. The McClellands came from the Lower Mainland, spending a bit of time in Hedley and living right next to the Homestead. Two years ago, the family made the decision to move into to Princeton. “Princeton has that hometown feel, just what we were looking for— the place to raise our kids in.” Brent says that the community of Princeton welcomed his family— “embraced them actually.” “I just love the fact that I can walk down the street, knowing that people appreciate what we do.” He

says that everyone is so friendly and that people are always willing to help. Brent remembers the day he was trying to get an oven through the window, (too large for the door)— two local police officers pulled over to the Homestead to give him a hand. “It was just awesome.” As well as raising their children in a community they love, the McClellands enjoy volunteering within the community. Linette does bookkeeping for Little Folks Nursery School and Brent enjoys coaching basketball at the high school. They also very much enjoy supporting local organizations such as the curling club, chamber, Rotary and groups such as the Fall Fair and Little Britches Rodeo. The McClellands are always trying to come up with ways to enhance their business, to make things better for their customers. This year, they purchased a brand new smoker for the Homestead. Having two smokers on site has enabled them to bring back Jerky Nuggets, an item that has been missed. Nine flavours of pepperoni are now available as well. Doug’s Homestead is currently open Wednesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. After the May long weekend, they will be open seven a week.

The Homestead Family Top l to r: Kate Powers, Sherrie James, Chloe, Linette, Kaileigh and Brent McClelland and Kevin Alvarenga. Right: Brent McClelland proudly shows off the Jerky Nuggets that are available once again with thanks to the extra help he has with the Homesteads brand new smoker. Brent is also pleased that the new smoker will aid in his new endeavor with local entrepreneur, Ed Vermette. Visit Doug’s Homestead this coming Friday (May 16) to witness an exciting new product launch! Keep up to Doug’s Homestead on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram! Lisa Carleton/Spotlight

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Fred Leard and Anita Coppaway manned the volunteer fundraiser table during the rodeo on Sunday. The fundraiser is being held to support Princeton Ground Search and Rescue.

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The Real Mantracker Terry Grant will be Princeton hosting a tracking course on June 21. A group of local riders have initiated a fundraiser to benefit Princeton Ground Search and Rescue. Tickets are being sold at $10 each with proceeds towards GSAR, the prize being a spot on the Mantracker Course. Tickets can be purchased at Everything Pets, Fletcher Building Supplies, Barking Bubbles, and at Princeton Outdoor Supply. A horseback Summer Solstice Poker Ride is scheduled for June 22 with proceeds towards both GSAR and China Ridge Trails. Pre-registration is required - contact Margaret Ratzlaff at 250-295-0888 or via email - giddyupmarg@gmail.com

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Princeton Crisis Assistance Society. “Valley First - Feed the Valley is a great connection,” says coordinator Dierra Maynard. “It helps the students develop social consciousness—and to understand that literacy is not just reading and writing. It is about life skills as well.” The students enjoyed lunch, ice cream (donated by Foothills Creamery) and playtime in the park, went home with 2 books each from 1st Books Canada and goodies (prizes) from Valley First and Cooper’s Foods. Maynard extends a huge amount Lisa Carleton/Spotlight of thanks to the Town of Princeton for Lower photo: Danica Bargholz, personal banking officer at their support and the use of Veterans Valley First Credit Union presents a crash course in income, sensible spending and how to create a budget to each of the eight Square, and to the volunteers and busiteams from the 95 participants (top photo) of The Amazing Literacy nesses for their assistance in making Race 2014. the event a huge success.

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The 4th annual Copper Mountain Mining Day was held at Veterans Square on Wednesday May 7, courtesy of Copper Mountain Mine, the Mining Association of B.C. and the Town of Princeton. Interactive educational displays with the opportunity to win prizes were enjoyed by adults and children. Face painting, and balloons were provided by the Princeton Youth Ambassadors and the Ambassador Candidates. A magic show, music by the Allenby Road Band, rescue challenges provided by mine rescue team members and gold panning lessons given by Yukon Dan were enjoyed by everyone in attendance as well. One of the most favoured displays of the day was the gigantic Cummins Engine.

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STAN THOMPSON MEMORIAL RODEO 2014

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Valley First Princeton Branch Manager Suzanne Holland, presents Scott Whitecotton with his $50 iTunes card. Scott won the rodeo colouring page draw hosted by Valley First, a corporate sponsor of this years rodeo. Once again Princeton was host to another weekend of incomparable rodeo action. The British Columbia Rodeo Association (BCRA) and the Princeton Rodeo Club presented its Annual Stan Thompson Memorial Rodeo during the weekend of May 10 and 11 at the Princeton Rodeo grounds. Photos: Top: Junior Steer Wrestling, Second row (L to R) Breakaway Roping, the ‘Grand Entry’ with the West Coast Thunder Drill Team. Third row: Ryan Petersen gets the ride of his life on the Mechanical Bullride. Excellent entertainment provided by Dale Seaman & Highway 97 on Saturday night. Bottom row: Junior Steer Riding event (Barrier’s Jamie Myram was the only female rider to enter this competition) and another brave soul takes on the Mechanical Bullriding challenge. The Mechanical Bullriding Challenge was provided by Buck’n Bull Rentals from Mission, BC.

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Thumbs Up/Down Thumbs up to the organizers and volunteers of The Amazing Literacy Race, Princeton Mining Days and the Stan Thompson Memorial Rodeo! Great week full of events! Thumbs up to the opening of The Little Creek Grill. Welcome back to the Goreas Family!

Princeton Pentecostal Church (The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada)

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St. Paul’s United Church Also serving the Anglican Community

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Name: Lily Pratico and her daddy Rick Likes: Celebrating Princeton Mining Day with Daddy and helping mommy (Eva) out with her photography!

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A Celebration of Life for JOHN TANAKA who passed away January 17, 2014 will be held on May 24, 2014 at 2:00 pm at the Princeton Legion.

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MILLIGAN KATHLEEN ALICE of

Princeton passed away surrounded by her family at Princeton General Hospital on April 21, 2014 at the age of 94 years. She will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her children John (Ineke), Sharon (Wayne), Shayne, Noreen (Gene), Ryan (Michelle), her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and brother Bernard Wilson of Leeds, England. There will be a family service at a later date. She was sadly predeceased by her husband Roy Milligan in 1978 and her companion Ralph Robson in 2008. Memorial contributions may be made to Princeton General Hospital. Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting www.hansonsfuneral.ca .

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Jackie Chaston, on May 1, 2014 in Lacombe, Alberta, at the age of 81. She was born to Stanley and Margaret Bennett in Dryden, Ontario, and grew up in Vermilion Bay, Ontario. She lived in Kenora, Ontario, for a number of years where she earned her degree as an LPN. Jackie moved to White Rock, British Columbia, where she met and married Ross Chaston. After many years working as an LPN, Jackie had to retire due to health reasons. It was at that time that Jackie and Ross moved to Princeton, British Columbia. Jackie enjoyed acting, painting and was active in the church and the community. Recently, Jackie and Ross had moved to Clive, Alberta, to be closer to their family. Jackie was predeceased by her husband, Ross in 2013, her parents, Stanley and Margaret Bennett, and her sister, Shirley Bennett. She has beft to mourn her children, Randy (Linda) Hill, Glory (Tom) Lerch and Deb (Doug) Gilbertson, grandchildren, Kristin Hill (Coy Berard), Alyssa (Tim) Edison, Jared (Jess) Hill, Robert (Bobbi) Fitzgerald, Terry Fitzgerald, Shandi (Brian) Lauridsen and Randi (Eric) Piovesan, and great grandchildren, James, Lucas and Josephine Hill, Kianna and Connor Edison, Samantha and Alex Fitzgerald, Brayden Lauridsen and Ashton and Arizona Piovesan. Jackie is also survived by her brothers, Garnet Bennett and Lloyd (Sigi) Bennett. A service was held in Blackfalds, Alberta, at the United Church on Tuesday, May 6, 2014. In place of Àowers, donations in Jackie’s honour may be made to a charity of your choice.

LEILA MARGARET, February 8, 1920 - April 29, 2014:

Leila Margaret Irwin passed away peacefully on Tuesday afternoon April 29, 2014 in Calgary, Alberta, with her family at her side, at the age of 94. She was born February 8, 1920 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan to Mary Colloton (nee Russell) and Richard Ernest Colloton. She is survived by her children, Albert Richard Irwin of Vancouver, Dr. Marsha Lee Anne Irwin (Alexander Laing) of Calgary, and Thomas Russell Irwin (Birgit) of Brisbane Australia; grandchildren Kelly Irwin, Jennifer, David (Olivia) and Rebecca (Adam Duron) Laing, and Adam Irwin; and great-grandchildren Hamish and Sabrina Laing. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Albert Keith Irwin in 2006 and also by her parents, seven sisters and two brothers. She was born and went to school in Saskatoon, SK, followed by a move to Vancouver, BC where she met her husband, a decorated World War II navigator. They had a very happy life together for 57 years, in Princeton, Kamloops and Kelowna, BC. For the past four years she has resided in Calgary. A woman of sparkling personality, she awed us with her piercing insights and independent spirit, amused us with her Irish wit, dazzled us with her beauty and embraced us with unTuali¿ed love. She will be greatly missed but her stories will live on forever. A Celebration of Life will be held privately. Interment and Graveside Service will be held at Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery on Monday, May 12, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. A special thank you to all those who cared for her in her last weeks and months. In living memory of Leila Irwin a tree will be planted in Fish Creek Provincial Park.

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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN) SUMMER STUDENT WORKER

School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) requires Summer Students. The worker will provide assistance in the normal maintenance tasks involved with maintaining playgrounds, playing fields and school district sites. A valid driver’s license is required. Students must have been enrolled full-time in High School/College in 2013/2014 and must be returning full-time to College/University or Trades School for the 2014/2015 sessions. Application forms are available at the Princeton Secondary School, 201 Old Merritt Road, Princeton, or on-line at www.sd58.bc.ca , click on Jobs/Support Positions/Job Postings, listed under Job Code # 319773, and follow the prompts. Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references, will be accepted until May May16, 2, 2014. Please forward to: Attn: Secretary Treasurer School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman St. Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: (250) 378-6263 Only those applicants being interviewed will be contacted. For further information, please call Jim Garfield at (250) 3151113.

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IT WILL GO ON LINE! EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Town of Princeton has an immediate opening for a Mechanic in the Public Works Department. The position is suited for a self-motivated, well organized individual that can work with minimal supervision. Excellent communication and team skills are a must. · Applicants must hold a current valid BC Mechanic Journeyman Certificate with a minimum 3 years experience and a Class C welding ticket. · Preference will be given to certification in Motor Vehicle Inspection. · Grade 12 and a valid BC driver’s license Class 5 with air endorsement is required. A driver’s extract may be requested. · A valid first aid certificate is an asset. A complete job description is available on our website at www.princeton.ca This position is within the jurisdiction of the Town of Princeton and CUPE Local 608 Collective Agreement. Please forward your resume by May 16, 2014 to: Kevin Huey, Director of Infrastructure and Parks Town of Princeton PO Box 670 151Vermilion Ave Princeton, BC V0X 1W0 Or email to jobs@princeton.ca The Town of Princeton thanks all applicants for their interest and advises that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

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Join One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies! HD MECHANIC is needed for a growing Kelowna Company. F/T, 40/hrs/wk. Offering $33.00/hr depending upon experience, PLUS benefits package. Please send resume and Drivers abstract to: HD Mechanic, BOX 307, 2495 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, BC, V1X 7K2.

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PENTICTON TOWING is now hiring operators with or without experience for Penticton, Summerland & Princeton. Requirements are a Class 3 Driver’s License with air. Benefits package. Please send resume to: dispatcher@penticton towing.com Do not attend for interview, candidates will be contacted. Princeton Museum NOW HIRING - Two positions for the 2014 summer season. Museum Archive Assistant, Museum Supervisor. Looking for a summer job? Are you a student (15 years or older) who is enrolled for classes in the 2014/2015 school year (secondary or post)? If so we would love to meet you! Drop off, mail or email your resume: princetonmuseum@gmail.com PO Box 281 Princeton, BC V0X 1W0 250-295-7588 SUMMER JOB OPPORTUNITIES Princeton & District Chamber of Commerce is looking for a student under the HRSDC Summer Jobs Program to start on May 26/14. Will work in Visitor Centre and for the Princeton Traditional Music Festival. Must be hard working, like dealing with the public and have a vast knowledge of BC. Please bring a resume and cover letter to our office at 105 Hwy. 3 East. by May 20/14 at 4:00 pm. Vernon Service Company requires Journeyman Service Plumbers/Gasfitters, $36.00/hr Call (250)549-4444 or fax 250-549-4416

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MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT Princeton, B.C. Full time position – 40 hours per week

The Cascade Medical Clinic in Princeton B.C. is seeking a Medical Office Assistant to work as part of their team in their fast paced medical office environment. Candidate must have successfully completed an MOA program or have relevant experience and education. The successful candidate will require a strong knowledge of computers. Experience working with Med Access is an asset but not required.

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Civil Engineering Technologist II District of Kitimat, full time permanent, wage range $37.94 - $45.90, over two years. Civil Technologist diploma required. Duties include infrastructure investigations, surveying, design, contract preparation, inspection and material testing on projects related to the municipality’s water, sewer, drainage and transportation systems. Proficiency with electronic survey equipment and AutoCad 3D, plus a valid BC driver’s license a must. Submit resumes by May 30, 2014, 4:30 pm, to: Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H7, fax 250-632-4995, or email dok@kitimat.ca. Further information can be obtained from our website at www.kitimat.ca

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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

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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.

Commercial/ Industrial 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

Homes for Rent 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 level 1400 sqft apartment available May 15 in downtown Princeton. Includes laundry & gas fireplace. Ideal for professional couple or senior. N/P N/S $850 + utilities, references required. Call 1-604-250-0246 2+ bdrm house for rent, incl. fridge & stove, N/S, No Pets, Avail. immed. $850/month, references required, 250.493.6308 Downtown house for rent, 1 lg bdrm, 1 sm bdrm, renovated, Fridge, stove, washer & dryer. Rent $700 a month & utilities. 250-295-7557 For rent June 1, 2014. 2 bdrm house with finished basement, new renovation including 5 appliances, 277 Riverside Avenue, $850/month, security & references required. 250-2953295 HEDLEY - 3 bdrm mobile on own property, fridge/stove $595/month + utilities, damage deposit required. Call 250292-8131 or 604-826-8770 HOUSES FOR RENT. Call Heather at 250-295-8025 To mature adult or couple only, 1 bdrm cabin, F/S, W/D, bedroom furniture is built in. Ref’s req’d, N/S, no pets, $450 + utilities. 15 km out old Hedley Road. Avail. May 1st. 250295-0487

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INVITATION TO QUOTE

TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICES PRINCETON AREA

(including Keremeos and Coalmont Tulameen)

Argo Road Maintenance (South Okanagan) Inc. is inviting written quotations from qualified Companies to submit a quote for providing Certified Traffic Control Services in accordance with the MoTI Traffic Control Manual for Work on Roadways for the Princeton Area (including Keremeos and Coalmont Tulameen). Works will consist of providing Traffic Control Services for stationary and mobile equipment and/or labour crews working along sections of public roads on an “as and when required” basis at various locations throughout Service Area No. 8, specifically Princeton (including Keremeos, Coalmont Tulameen). Your Quote should include Company information such as number of certified traffic control persons and number of and types of equipment. The lowest or any Quote will not necessarily be accepted. All inquiries regarding this Invitation to Quote should be directed to Rob Wiens, Quality Assurance Manager at 250-493-6969, Ext. 205. Deadline for quote submission is: 4:30 pm, Thursday, May 15, 2014.

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Les Parolin PO Box 75 Princeton, BC V0X1W0 The contents of Unit #146 at Dewdney Trail Self Storage Ltd. have accumulated storage costs amounting to Two thousand, Six hundrend and forty-eight dollars and eighty-seven cents ($2,648.87). If you have not paid this outstanding amount by May 15, 2014 the contents will be sold by auction on Friday, May 23rd 2014 to cover storage costs. Attention: Brian Crites #95 6338 Vedder Rd. Chilliwack, BC V2R 3R3 The contents of Unit #76 and Unit #19 at Dewdney Trail Self Storage Ltd. have accumulated storage costs amounting to Three hundred and Eighty-six dollars ($386.00) and Three hundred and Twenty-nine dollars ($329.00). If you have not paid this outstanding amount by May 15, 2014 the contents will be sold by auction on Friday, May 23rd 2014 to cover storage costs. Attention: Rayleen Brewer PO Box 2515 Princeton, BC V0X1W0 The contents of Unit #48 at Dewdney Trail Self Storage Ltd. have accumulated storage costs amounting to Three hundred and Thirty dollars ($330.00). If you have not paid this outstanding amount by May 15, 2014 the contents will be sold by auction on Friday, May 23rd 2014 to cover storage costs. Attention: Kenneth Szymczak PO Box 2504 Princeton, BC V0X1W0 The contents of Unit #67 at Dewdney Trail Self Storage Ltd. have accumulated storage costs amounting to Four hundred and Seventy dollars ($470.00). If you have not paid this outstanding amount by May 15, 2014 the contents will be sold by auction on Friday, May 23rd 2014 to cover storage costs. Attention: Dave Marklund PO Box 77 Princeton, BC V0X1W0 The contents of Unit #138 at Dewdney Trail Self Storage Ltd. have accumulated storage costs amounting to Seven hundred and Eighty-one dollars ($781.00). If you have not paid this outstanding amount by May 15, 2014 the contents will be sold by auction on Friday, May 23rd 2014 to cover storage costs. Attention: Donald McEachern PO Box 2322 Princeton, BC V0X1W0 The contents of Unit #104 at Dewdney Trail Self Storage Ltd. have accumulated storage costs amounting to Five hundred and Two dollars ($502.00). If you have not paid this outstanding amount by May 15, 2014 the contents will be sold by auction on Friday, May 23rd 2014 to cover storage costs. Attention: Jaquine Manet-Bobier 842 Daly Ave. Hedley, BC The contents of Unit #128 at Dewdney Trail Self Storage Ltd. have accumulated storage costs amounting to One Thousand Eight hundred and Twenty-four dollars and Eighty-three cents ($1,824.83). If you have not paid this outstanding amount by May 15, 2014 the contents will be sold by auction on Friday, May 23rd 2014 to cover storage costs. Attention: Eleanor Korpan PO Box 1450 Princeton, BC V0X1W0 The contents of Unit #87 at Dewdney Trail Self Storage Ltd. have accumulated storage costs amounting to Two thousand, Two hundred and twenty dollars and six cents ($2,220.06). If you have not paid this outstanding amount by May 15, 2014 the contents will be sold by auction on Friday, May 23rd 2014 to cover storage costs. Attention: Angela Millar PO Box 75 Princeton, BC V0X1W0 The contents of Unit #75 at Dewdney Trail Self Storage Ltd. have accumulated storage costs amounting to One Thousand, Eight hundred and Six dollars ($1,806.00). If you have not paid this outstanding amount by May 15, 2014 the contents will be sold by auction on Friday, May 23rd 2014 to cover storage costs. Attention: Wayne Storry 5 Patchell Cres Kreswick, BC L4P 3T2 The contents of Unit #64 at Dewdney Trail Self Storage Ltd. have accumulated storage costs amounting to Nine hundred and Seven dollars ($907.00). If you have not paid this outstanding amount by May 15, 2014 the contents will be sold by auction on Friday, May 23rd 2014 to cover storage costs. Attention: Luigi Del-Ciotto PO Box 2127 Princeton, BC V0X1W0 The contents of Unit #50 at Dewdney Trail Self Storage Ltd. have accumulated storage costs amounting to Nine hundred and Seventy-six dollars and eighty-seven cents ($976.87). If you have not paid this outstanding amount by May 15, 2014 the contents will be sold by auction on Friday, May 23rd 2014 to cover storage costs. Attention: Wendy Head PO Box 2397 Princeton, BC V0X1W0 The contents of Unit #49 at Dewdney Trail Self Storage Ltd. have accumulated storage costs amounting to One Thousand, Three hundred and ten dollars and Fifty-three cents ($1,310.53). If you have not paid this outstanding amount by May 15, 2014 the contents will be sold by auction on Friday, May 23rd 2014 to cover storage costs. Attention: Darren Mason PO Box 2201 Princeton, BC V0X1W0 The contents of Unit #34 at Dewdney Trail Self Storage Ltd. have accumulated storage costs amounting to One Thousand, Two hundred and Twelve dollars and Eighty-two cents ($1,212.82). If you have not paid this outstanding amount by May 15, 2014 the contents will be sold by auction on Friday, May 23rd 2014 to cover storage costs. Attention: Drew Nordquist PO Box 1515 Princeton, BC V0X1W0 The contents of Unit #11 at Dewdney Trail Self Storage Ltd. have accumulated storage costs amounting to One Thousand, Eight hundred and twenty six dollars ($1,826.00). If you have not paid this outstanding amount by May 15, 2014 the contents will be sold by auction on Friday, May 23rd 2014 to cover storage costs.

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Greatest Selection in the Similkameen! Grower Owned & Operated Mon. - Sat., 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Sun., 10:30 am to 4:00 pm

#31 Ashnola Road, Keremeos, BC V0X 1N1

Phone:(250)499-5785 Email: don_annas@nethop.net

AD SPACE

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY

$15.00 PER WEEK

FLOWERS

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 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

•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

1167 Hwy 3 East

RENTAL SERVICES

TOM REICHERT RENTALS 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

ROOFING SUPPLIES FLETCHER Building Supplies ROOFING SUPPLIES SHINGLES, METAL ONDURA...

222 Burton Ave., Princeton 250-295-6938

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Business & Service Directory MAC’S AUTO PARTS 193 Vermilion Ave. Ph: 250-295-6944

AUTO PARTS

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

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

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

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES

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

PLOW

BINS & DISPOSAL

BACKHOE SERVICES

Brian Coyne Owner

DARYL CLARKE

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

Phone: 250-295-0095

Cell: 250-293-6021

CONTRACTOR

331 Old Hedley Road PO Box 948 Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0

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

EQUIPMENT RENTALS

2 Licenced Mechanics

250-295-0005

TOWING

BOTTLE RETURN/RECYCLE

THE HUT

WE NOW ACCEPT ELECTRONICS FOR RECYCLING!

Bottle Depot

(* excluding small appliances)

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

FENCING/SEPTIC SERVICES OTTER VALLEY Rentals, Supplies & Services

Finish Carpentry • Renovations • Outdoor Projects Flooring • Decks • Sheds • Additions • Garages

TOOL & EQUIPMENT RENTALS

Call Hart 250-295-8200

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

PRESSURE WASHING SERVICES AVAILABLE •Commercial •Residential •Industrial

HANDYMAN SERVICES

General Home Repairs & Renovations

$15.00 PER WEEK YOUR AD HERE

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY

$15.00 PER WEEK

HEAVY DUTY TRUCK PARTS

Free Estimates - Senior Discount Professional Work Inside & Outside

Truck Parts - Hydraulic Hoses ATV Accessories - Industrial Supplies

Macey MacDonald

Mobile Home Specialty No Job Too Small Professional Decks

YOUR AD HERE

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE HERE FOR ONLY

• new inStall • Replacement • maintenance contRactS

FENCING SPECIALISTS

hart@greenlinecontracting.com www.GreenlineContracting.com

FLOORING SERVICES

250-295-6449 www.rdlandscaping.ca Septic inStallation *Gov’t Cert./Registered/Isured*

250-295-4393 Cell: 250-295-2049

POST SALES

PET SUPPLIES Aquarium Supplies Aviary Supplies Herp Supplies

Quality Foods, Toys and Supplies for your Dogs & Cats.

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

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Brian Coyne Owner

Sales & Delivery

Phone: 250-295-7381

Princeton Plaza

331 Old Hedley Road PO Box 948 Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0

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

SEPTIC SERVICES

RESTAURANT #

F1rst Choice

SEPTIC SERVICE

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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• GENTEK WINDOWS

Reg. starting @ $139.99 * NOW starting @ $125.99 • JELDWEN DOORS (Exterior Pre-hung) Reg. starting @ $235.00 * NOW starting @ $211.50 • JELDWEN DOORS (Interior Pre-hung) Reg. starting @ $106.00 * NOW starting @ $95.40 * after 10% discount

10% OFF

All in stock doors & windows!

Ends May 31/14

Free Paint

*Valid on Flat Enamel Tint Base and includes tinting to most colours. While supplies last. Limit of 50 Free Quarts per location. Limit 1 free quart per household. Must present coupon to redeem free quart.

WITH COUPON. Sat. May 24th Only*

We carry exterior paint & stains in Sico & Ace Brands.

FLETCHER Building Supplies Open 7 - 5, Mon-Sat Fri Open late til 6 pm Sun. & Holidays 9 - 4 222 Burton Avenue

email: princeton@timbrmart.ca

DEAR CUSTOMER: If an advertised item is not available due to unforeseen reasons, we will either provide a “rain check” or substitute a comparable quality product whenever possible. Some products may not be exactly as shown. We aim for accuracy, but occasionally an error occurs. Any changes that have occurred will be posted in our store. ALL SALE PRICES CASH & CARRY. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES.

250-295-6938 *At participating locations

• Congratulations Stan Thompson Memorial Rodeo organizers and participants! •