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Police in three provinces, including the Okanagan, are asking for the public’s help to identify and locate a suspect in a series of armed robberies that took place at financial institutions in B.C, Alberta and Saskatchewan over the last 12 weeks. The robberies included the hold-up of the Interior Savings Credit Union branch on 32nd Street in Vernon Dec. 9. “All the robberies involved a weapon, either being produced or mentioned,” said Const. Kris Clark of the Kelowna RCMP Tuesday. Speaking for the force’s South-east division, he said in all instances, the suspect fled the financial institution on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash. No employees or customers present any of the in the financial institutions — located in Princeton, B.C. (Dec. 1), Vernon, B.C. (Dec. 9), High River, Alberta (Dec. 19), Merritt, B.C. (Dec 23), Swift Current, Saskatchewan (Jan. 8), Lethbridge, Alberta (Jan. 13), Claresholm, Alberta (Jan. 16) or Aldergrove, B.C. (Jan. 21) — were physically injured at the time of the robberies, Clark added. In addition to the RCMP in B.C, Alberta and Saskatchewan, the Lethbridge Regional Police Service is also appealing for the public’s help in finding the man.

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RCMP from B.C., Alberta and Saskatchewan believe the same individual is responsible for eight robberies from financial institutions in a month-long span, including one in Vernon. According to police, a white male, aged between 25 and 35 entered each of the financial institutions and demanded money before fleeing on foot. Clark said a firearm was either brandished or mentioned during the man’s demand for money. The lone robber is described as having

a slim build, five-feet, six-inches to six feet tall, unshaven with a brown goatee or beard. During the robberies he wore dark clothing, gloves, a black toque and sunglasses, said Clark. While the manhunt is being co-ordinated by the RCMP in Calgary, public appeals for help were also made in

Kelowna, Calgary, Lethbridge and Regina on Tuesday. Clark said the public should not approach the suspect as he is considered armed and dangerous. Anyone with information regarding the suspects or any of the robberies, is asked to call the tip line at 1-844-887-6287. Clark said while RCMP here have seen series of robberies in the past, but this is a first in that the crime spree covered three provinces. He said both the investigation to date and video surveillance collected from the crime scenes appear to indicate the robberies are the work of the same man. What has police stumped, however, is the lack of any pattern to the robberies. Some occurred earlier in the afternoon, others later and one at night. With the exception of over Christmas, there was a robbery just about each week as the suspect moved randomly back and forth through southern B.C., Alberta and Saskatchewan. While some of the robberies took place in small towns, others targeted financial institutions in medium-sized centres. Video surveillance footage of the suspect entering the Canada Trust branch in Lethbridge earlier this month has been posted on You Tube at: http://youtu.be/ z1bKNj0gGl8.

Lavington residents continue pellet plant battle Some Lavington residents are demanding answers over a controversial pellet plant proposal. On Monday, Coldstream council was handed a letter from a group of residents upset with a recent decision to issue a building permit for a pellet plant on School Road next to the Tolko mill. “We are still getting additional signatories to the letter, but wanted it entered into the public record at this meeting,” said Tom CoapeArnold, with Lavington Is For Everyone. In the letter to Mayor Jim Garlick, the 71 residents ask council if it will refuse to issue a development permit until it’s guaran-

teed provincial air quality objec“Have you as much as read the tives will be met. technical reports submitted by “What has the District of Pinnacle’s consultants and if so, Coldstream done to assess noise, when?” states the letter. light, dust, traffic, fire and explo“We find it shameful that the sion risks?” they state in citizens of Coldstream the letter. have to ask these ques“What steps have tions of a mayor who was been taken and are elected to protect their planned on being taken interests.” to safeguard the children Garlick says some of of Lavington Elementary the questions in the letter from the risks inherent are based on not underin the above environstanding process. mental issues?” “The first being that Jim Garlick The residents also I as mayor play the role ask why Coldstream has of breaking a tie vote on refused to join LIFE’s appeal of the council. As laid out in the comMinistry of Environment’s permit munity charter, the mayor has only to discharge contaminants into the one vote and votes on all issues. I air. was only one of the four in favour,” £

he said. “The second being how the rezoning, including public hearing were handled. These were in no way rushed. We held three additional public hearing meetings, along with the first which started in January 2014.” Garlick also says that under provincial legislation, the municipality cannot place conditions on rezoning or building permits such as air quality monitoring and meeting air quality objectives. “More importantly, according to the Ministry of Environment’s response in issuing the permit, both of these points were met by the applicant,” he said. “On the air quality, the work

that will take place is stated will decrease the overall particulate emissions by adding additional bag houses for filtration to both the existing saw mill and new state of the art pellet plant.” On Monday, council decided to write the Ministry of Environment’s area director about monitoring particulate. “We just want to get clarity on their plans for monitoring — equipment, location and the process,” said Garlick. The motion to approach the ministry came from Coun. Doug Dirk. “They can put down on paper what they meant,” he said referring to verbal comments from ministry staff about monitoring.

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Mission reopens with renewed spirit RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff

It was all smiles at the Upper Room Mission. The agency was able to officially open its doors Monday after a water main burst Dec. 1, causing significant damage to the building. “We’re all very excited,” said Lisa Anderson, fundraising and communications manager. Prior to Monday, three meals a day had been served to residents in need first in the URM parking lot and then at the People Place while repairs were done. Most of the meals were prepared by local businesses, residents and service clubs offsite as the mission did not have kitchen facilities available. “The People Place was amazing. We didn’t miss a meal,” said Anderson. “The community really stepped forward. It was a special experience for people (volunteers) who haven’t been to the mission before. It opened their eyes to what we do.” The dining room took the brunt of the damage

and there is new paint and flooring. “Okanagan Restoration worked very hard to get us up and running as soon as possible,” said Anderson. Repairs are still needed to the basement and the upstairs office and the total damage of about $350,000 will be covered by insurance. The first meal served Monday was lunch and the menu consisted of macaroni and cheese, salad and an assortment of pie. “It’s great to be back in here,” said Peter Lea, food services manager. “It’s easier to work as a team here. We had to split up over at the other side (People Place).” URM serves upwards of 300 meals a day. A long line was forming as people waited for the doors to open Monday. “This is where the clients feel more comfortable,” said Anderson. Monetary donations are currently being sought to replenish food resources. For more information or to donate, call 250-549-1231.

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Peter Lea, food services manager, serves pie at the Upper Room Mission Monday. The agency’s dining room opened for the first time since significant flood damage Dec. 1.

Cat licenses prove unpopular RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff

Vernon politicians don’t appear eager to issue licenses to cat owners. A representative from the B.C. SPCA told city council Monday that the agency would be interested in investigating licenses as a way of controlling the cat population in the community. Licensing could also Cunningham help fund the SPCA’s activities. “We have a lot of seniors with cats that never leave the

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The Vernon RCMP are investigating a theft of money from an ATM at the Bank of Montreal in the 2800 block of 32nd Street. The theft occurred back on Oct. 5, 2014. “The owner of the card advised the investigating officer they forgot their card in the ATM after making a cash withdrawal,” said Vernon RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk. “When they went back to retrieve it the card was gone. The owner spoke with the bank and learned that more cash had been withdrawn from the account.” The owner of the card provided details of the theft to the Vernon RCMP detachment. On Dec. 8, a production order was granted to the investigators for the ATM surveillance video. The Vernon RCMP have since received the video and have been able to make a few still shots of a person of interest they would like to identify so they can speak with in relation to this investigation. If anyone can identify the woman in the photos you are asked to call the Vernon RCMP detachment at 250-545-7171, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477.

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Development process proceeds at city hall RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff

A major development is being proposed along Vernon’s boundary with Coldstream. EMA Consulting is seeking rezoning from the City of Vernon to allow for a mix of housing on 29 acres in the 500 block of Kalamalka Lake Road, across from Browne Road. ““It’s a good use of the property,” said Coun. Brian Quiring. “This is close to

“It’s a rather exciting project”

— Dale Rintoul schools and amenities so it will attract a different customer.” What is being proposed for the site is single-family housing, townhouses and apartments.

“It’s one of the last areas on Middleton Mountain in Vernon that’s not rezoned,” said Dale Rintoul, the city’s planning manager. “It’s a rather exciting project.”

On Monday, council approved the application from EMA Consulting to rezone the site. However, there are some concerns about how the proposed development could impact traffic. “Kalamalka Lake Road is a busy road,” said Coun. Juliette Cunningham. The developer will have to initiate a traffic study and there is the possibility that a left-

turn lane may be added to Kalamalka Lake Road. Apartments are proposed for 10.6 acres along Kalamalka Lake Road. “The apartment site would be generally

located in the current excavated area,” said Rintoul in a report to council. It is also proposed Mt. Griffin Road will be extended westward to allow for single-family lots on 10.8 acres

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Seized horses to go up for auction ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff

Some good may come out of a case of alleged animal cruelty. About 100 horses have been ordered to be sold from an Armstrong residence, and the horses will be up for sale at Valley Auction Ltd. in Spallumcheen Feb. 7 starting at noon. “I’ve never been in a situation like this before in our more than 50 years in business,” said Valley Auction’s Don Raffan. “I’m certainly full of confidence that every horse will find a new home.” More than a dozen horses were seized in December by the B.C. SPCA home after they were found to be malnourished, and the remaining herd, numbering close to 100,

were ordered to be sold. Court records show Gary Roberts, 69, has been charged with three counts in this matter:

causing unnecessary pain/suffering to an animal; failing to provide necessaries for animal; and uttering threats to

cause death or bodily harm. Roberts is slated to appear in Vernon Provincial Court today.

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while Mt. Burnham Road could be extended westward to accommodate townhouses on 5.5 acres. The rezoning application will likely go to public hearing in March.

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Lake Country Food Bank wins $100,000 Aviva were announced Tuesday and the food bank project was one of 11 grand prize winners across Canada. The funding comes

at a critical time for the Lake Country Food Bank as the building it has been operating in is up for sale. “This $100,000 gives

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us a huge boost towards starting construction this spring,” said Bob Rymarchuk, of the Lake Country Rotary Club, the driving force behind plans to construct a new building. “The food bank could lose its current facilities at any time.” The $100,000 from Aviva was seen as a critical influx of cash for the group, which has been working on plans for a new food bank building for the past four years but now seems on the cusp of being able to begin construction. The District of Lake Country has donated the land for the building while other partner-

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ships are in the works to raise more money and donations of goods as well as construction trades. The Rotary Club has also requested that Lake Country guarantee $250,000 in funding for temporary financial shortfalls as the project moves ahead. Donations are still about $200,000 short of the estimated cost for construction but Rymarchuk is confident that once it is clear the project will go ahead, local donations will pour in. As well, the Rotary Club is seeking other grants to go towards the project.

Film shoots in area Morning Star Staff

Another movie is being shot in the region. Unseen, an independent feature, which has been shooting in Vancouver, will be filming for seven days in the North Okanagan and West Kelowna next week. The film stars Aden Young (Rectify, Killer Elite, I Frankenstein); Julia Sarah Stone (Wet Bum, Vampire Dog, Sunday’s Child); Ben Cotton (Lawrence & Holloman, Battle Star Galactica: Blood & Chrome); Camille Sullivan Summerland (Shattered, Voodoo, The Traveler); and Alison Araya (X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Watchman, Earthlickers). The executive producer is Ian Hay (Artic Air, Daydream Nation, The Delicate Art of Parking) and the Producers are Hans Dayal (I, Robot, TRON: Legacy, Watchman) and Katie Weekly (Dark Angel, Supernatural). Heaven’s Door Pictures is the B.C.-based production company. “The year is off to a good start with a film coming here to shoot in January,” said Jon Summerland, with the Okanagan Film Commission.

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“We are hoping that the building will not cost the District of Lake Country anything, in the end,” he said. “But we can’t start committing to construction contracts unless we’re sure we have enough money to pay for them. council’s backing would make that possible.” The big push now is for donations from local residents and businesses. “It’s a community getting together to help itself and solve a problem,” said Rymarchuk. For more information or to donate to the campaign, call 250-7660125.

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Mather earns top honour RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff

A Spallumcheen author and historian has rounded up a prestigious honour. Ken Mather has been awarded the Joe Marten Memorial Award for the Preservation of Cowboy Heritage by the B.C. Cowboy Heritage Society. “I’m really honoured,” said Mather, who will receive the award March 14 during the Kamloops Cowboy Festival. “If there is an audience I am writing for, it’s the ranching community. Through my involvement with research and cowboy festivals, I am more aware of the people in the industry and for them to honour me is significant. I wanted to tell their story.” Mather was manager/curator of O’Keefe Ranch from 1984 to 2004, and he is still involved with the Rranch. He was also part of organizing B.C.’s first cowboy festival

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at O’Keefe Ranch and he introduced a ranch rodeo and working ranch horse competition. As a result of 30 years of research, Mather has authored four books on the history of ranching B.C. and he also writes a column for The Morning Star. “I regularly have people who come up to me and say they read my column in the paper,” he said.

He is a popular speaker on the history of ranching in B.C. and the origins of the North American cowboy, and he is also a writer and reciter of cowboy poetry. Mather is currently working on a book about cattle drives from the U.S. into B.C. It has been commissioned by the University of Washington. “I am well into it, but not sure when it will

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ena Sharkey doesn’t meet the common misconception of a hunter. First off, she’s not a man and second, she’s not pursuing some blood lust. “I hunt to provide hormone and antibiotic free, organic meat to my family,” said Sharkey, who grew up on a Coldstream farm. And Sharkey would rather be focused on her family than politics, but bureaucracy has forced her to speak out. Back in December, the provincial government initiated changes to allocations or the specific number of certain species of animals that can be harvested. “The recent changes to the limited entry hunting allocations have now made it more difficult to provide for my family,” Richard Rolke said Sharkey. “I apply for certain limited entry draws on a yearly basis, in order for a greater chance at filling my freezer. I have never been drawn.” According to the B.C. Wildlife Federation, the new allocations mean B.C. hunters will have fewer opportunities to get a limited entry tag to harvest a specific species, such as moose or elk, while out-of-province visitors will have expanded access to wildlife. “Hunting has become increasingly popular in B.C. as more families shy away from industrially produced meats in favour of organic wild game. This sustainable food movement is particularly popular in northern communities, central B.C. and even the Lower Mainland where people are depending on hunting to fill their freezers and feed their families,” states a BCWF release. “Moose is the most sought after species by B.C.’s resident hunters. In many areas, demand exceeds supply and hunters are placed on a limited entry hunt lottery to ensure sustainability. About 70,000 B.C. hunters apply for

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13,000 LEH permits each year, meaning only one in five hunters get to hunt moose annually. Foreign hunters do not need to apply for a LEH permit, and can hunt annually, taking moose from about 3,000 B.C. hunters each year. The proposed changes would see even more British Columbians go without an opportunity to hunt moose.” Yes, out-of-province hunters boost the economy through guide-outfitters and hotels, etc. but resident hunters also do their part. They spend more than $230 million a year in communities on hunting-related activities and pump $9 million annually towards conservation efforts by paying license fees. Much of the grassroots conservation work is also done by fish and game club volunteers, including in Lake Country, Vernon and Lumby. They understand the value of a healthy environment and have a vested interest in preserving it for the future. The BCWF and the government naturally disagree on how many hunting permits could be impacted by the new rules, but the numbers are completely irrelevant. What matters is the concept of who should have access to a public resource. And if you’re not a hunter or related to a hunter, you may not believe this issue matters. But what if tomorrow, the government announced there will be fewer B.C. Parks campsites available to British Columbians because they are going to out-of-province visitors? What if locals get bumped so people from Alberta or the U.S. can snap up more fishing licenses? Does the almighty dollar trump ownership of something Victoria manages on our behalf? If you are concerned about the government’s handling of your wildlife resource, contact our MLAs, Eric Foster, Greg Kyllo and Norm Letnick. Sharkey and other hunters will be taking their message directly to Premier Christy Clark’s constituency office in Westbank Saturday.

At first glance, the idea to ban parents from the hockey rink may sound ridiculous. It happened when a Vancouver Island minor hockey association announced they were considering banning people in the stands for a weekend to send a message to incorrigible parents squawking at refs and players on the ice. On second glance, it may just be a good idea. Especially after finding out that Penticton parents ended up in fisticuffs with the opposing teams’ fans at a tournament in Salmon Arm. It started with a disagreement over a penalty called by the ref and ended with a physical confrontation. This isn’t a one-off in the world of minor hockey either. In November, a restraining order was placed on a woman who was harassing the Kootenay Ice (WHL), Detroit Red Wings (NHL) and others about her sons’ hockey careers. Earlier this month a Burnaby hockey dad was given a conditional discharge and 12 months probation for threatening a minor hockey player all of nineyears old. One blogger posted a video shot from the stands of a minor hockey game. A parent from Florida stands up in a rage over a ref’s decision and smashes his hand against the glass shattering it. At least one parent commented, “Way to go Paul. That’s classy.” So maybe having a no spectator weekend might put things into perspective for the parents who dish out thousands of dollars in gear, travel and fees for their kids to play hockey. Hockey is there for kids to participate in organized sport, make friends and have fun. What fun is it when you have to embarrassingly hang your head low on the ice or in the dressing room when your parents are the ones screaming from the stands? For the sake of the kids, volunteers and referees, keep it classy. — Penticton Western News

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olin Mayes, in the Dec. 28 Morning Star, states Agnes Campbell Macphail was a Conservative. The fact is, she was a Progressive, ran against the Conservatives and was the first woman to be elected in 1921. Later, she became a founding member of the CCF, which later became the New Democratic Party Mayes also references the gender gap index. True, we are No. 20 today and last year we were No. 21. But what he doesn't say is that in 2006, we were No. 14. We have dropped six points. Six countries have surpassed us in women's issues since the Conservatives have come to power. He also doesn't mention that under political empowerment, we rank No. 42 and in the category of health and survival, we rank No. 49. This Conservative government has cut funding to women's programs and funding to programs that gave women a voice. Agnes Macphail stood for all of the things that this government has cut. Alice Brown

PELLET PLANT "An air quality improvement project. "How can Leroy Reitsma honestly say that? Watch Mr. Reitsma's interview on Global News videos Jan. 12. (search box: Pinnacle Pellet). Pinnacle Renewable Energy has applied for, and received, a permit to disperse about 48-plus tonnes of 2.5 particulate matter into our valley air. How is that an improvement? 2.5 particulate matter is the pollution you don't see that can clog up your lungs and cause numerous, serious respiratory illnesses and diseases, especially in children's developing lungs. Pm 2.5 can easily travel 22 to 25 kilometres or farther on the wind and jet stream, something like when there's a fire in Prince George or south of us across the border. Some of the pm, ash and smoke travel throughout our valley. If you have ever sat beside a campfire you know that wind blows from all directions. This compromises all of our valley air quality. Yes, you too will be impacted by the proposed Pinnacle pellet plant

if it is located in Lavington. The fugitive dust and various sizes of particulate matter will enter our rivers and lakes. This will enter all of our drinking water sources. There are no air quality monitoring stations to measure Tolko's emissions now. Sixteen kilometres from Lavington Elementary School is an unacceptable and inaccurate distance. We need to have monitoring equipment installed before any possible building from Pinnacle occurs. Pinnacle Pellet and Tolko do have other options. Tolko owns numerous other mill sites that are already zoned for industrial use. Mill sites that are not located across the street from 200 children and education providers. Not in residential neighbourhoods, sites that are not in the heart of a community. Now is the time to look at other options and better choices. Tolko owns 25 acres of unused industrial-zoned land in the Spallumcheen industrial park. Their planer mill there also has a rail line running beside it. Right across the street is an acreage of industrial-zoned prop-

erty for lease right now. Those same jobs would still be available to our community. Fires and explosions happen. Unfortunately it's the nature of the industry. It's not if, it's when. In October 2014, Pinnacle had an explosion with three people seriously injured. All that is left for Pinnacle to get started building in Lavington is the issuance of a building permit. We've been told that may be issued in four to six weeks time. Possibly sooner. I know I speak for 550 adults, informed community members, who have all signed petitions. We are all speaking for hundreds of our children who trust us to keep them safe and healthy. I am also speaking as a concerned parent and as a member of the Lavington Elementary School Parents Advisory Committee. Parents, educational providers and Lavington residents, please speak up for your children now. Coldstream and Vernon, remember you will be affected as well. Nothing will change if we don't all step up to the plate. Contact Coldstream's mayor and councillors, your school trust-

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Parents may worry about cocaine or other drugs but substances closer at hand may

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have a perspective on drugs and alcohol and it’s based on misconceptions,” said Doug Ross, the district’s substance abuse prevention counsellor. However, while there is a focus on cocaine and other hard drugs, Rogers says 90 per cent of drug-related deaths in Canada involve tobacco and alcohol. “It’s important to know what it’s doing to our kids,” he said of tobacco, alcohol and marijuana. The presentation will involve three local physicians — David Smith, Chris Cunningham and Mike Concannon. “What are the medical consequences and mental health consequences of those substances?” said Rogers. Along with information about marijuana, alcohol and tobacco, the speakers will also offer suggestions on teaching young people appropriate coping skills. “We need to talk about the medical impact and fact-based information,” said Rogers. “We need to teach our kids resiliency. Parents and grandparents can help kids with that.” The presentation is free to attend and children and youth are welcome. For more information about the presentation, call Rogers at 250549-6179.

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Corner Gas star brings stand-up act to Vernon Comedian Brent Butt is touring around the B.C. Interior after the success of Corner Gas: The Movie Morning Star Staff

The creator and star of the wildly popular television sitcom Corner Gas is coming to Vernon. B.C. Interior audiences will get a chance to see and hear Brent Butt up close and personal when he takes his stand-up act on the road in May. The tour stops at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre May 14 at 7:30 p.m.. Making his home in Vancouver, Butt continues to tour the country, performing in theatres and clubs. “I love what I do,” said Butt. “I look at it as just having coffee. Only now it’s with CtV hundreds of people at a time.” Butt became known in Canada for his Comedian Brent Butt is filling up and hitting the road when he tours the B.C. Interior in the clean and relaxed comedic style, and after spring, including a stop at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre May 14. several TV specials, he created Corner Gas in maintain its popularity today, with constant The Movie hit the big screen. It was origi2004 and starred in the role of Brent Leroy. reruns on the Comedy Network and CTV. nally given a limited run in select cities, The series was an instant hit for CTV, Corner Gas has received Gemini awards, but became so popular with fans that it was becoming the top sitcom on Canadian tele- Canadian Comedy awards, Director’s Guild given a longer run with additional cities vision and eventually aired in 26 countries. awards, Leo awards and was voted the funni- added to its distribution. The final season for Corner Gas was est show on TV by TV Guide readers. In an uncommon move, the return to in 2009, however, the show continues to Just this past Christmas, Corner Gas: Dog River with its beloved cast also made

its network broadcast debut on the Movie Network, CTV and the Comedy Network in the same month as its theatrical release. Butt was born and raised in the small farming community of Tisdale, Sask. He honed his comedic storytelling prowess at the local coffee shop and his career, which was the subject of an episode of the cultural affairs program, Adrienne Clarkson Presents, is an interesting one. He has become a regular at Just For Laughs, as well as appearing on numerous national and international television programs. Aside from his own national special, Bedtime with Brent Butt, he has been seen on A&E, HBO, CBC, CTV, and Global. Butt has appeared in various productions including Kids in the Hall, The X-Files, Cold Squad, Millennium, and the movie Duets, starring Gwyneth Paltrow. He was named best male stand-up in Canada at the 2001 Canadian Comedy Awards, and has hosted the Juno Awards. In 2013, Butt was honoured with a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his contributions to community and country. Tickets for a memorable night of comedy with Brent Butt, and special guest Jamie Hutchinson, go on sale Friday at the Ticket Seller box office. Call 250-549-7469 or order online at www.ticketseller.ca. All seats are reserved and priced at $42.50 (plus service charges). The concert is a presentation of the Kootenay Concert Connection.

Getting to know: Shaughnessy Rose

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haughnessy Rose is a 14-year-old singer, guitarist and drummer from Vernon. She regularly performs at the Vernon Farmers’ Market and is a busker downtown during the summer. She was also the winner of Shuswap Idol 2014 in the 18 and under category. Q: When did you realize that you loved music? SR: “I have always loved music. I think I started getting really serious and passionate about it when I started learning my guitar two summers ago, when I began busking for the DVA (Downtown Vernon Association).” Q: Any exciting plans for this year? SR: “There are so many things I’m excited for this year. I’m hoping to get some of my original material out there, and to do as many live performances as I can. I’ve also been hired to do a gig in Las Vegas in the spring.” Q: In addition to singing, I know that you also drum. How long have you been doing that? SR: “I started taking lessons at the age of seven with my drum idol and teacher, Aaron Anderson (AA Drums). I’m busy preparing a video for an international, girls-only drumming com-

petition called Hit Like a Girl. It runs March 1 to April 9 and is voting based, and I cannot wait to enter. Friends and supporters can vote following the link on my Facebook page.” Q: If you could record a duet with any other musician in the world, who would it be and why? SR: “There are so many... I think recording with someone like Etta James, Freddie Mercury or Steven Tyler would be such an honour, as they have been big influences in my music. I also think doing something with someone like Eminem, whose style is so different than mine, would be a lot of fun.” Q: Do you have any other hobbies apart from music? SR: “I do! I’m a speed skater and baseball player, and I also enjoy photography and editing. But music takes up most of my time, apart from school.” Q: How did you react when you found out that you won the Shuswap Idol competition? SR: “I was incredibly honoured and so thrilled, as the competition was tough over the three-day event. I met a lot of wonderful and supportive people, and I’m so glad to have been a part of it.” Q: What specific performance has been the most memorable for you so

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far? SR: “The toughest one was at the Christmas assembly at my high school (VSS) in front of all my peers. It is certainly one I’ll never forget. There was also a gig where I was flown up in a helicopter to entertain four lovely people enjoying a gourmet dinner on top of a mountain overlooking Vernon.” Q: Do you have a mentor or another musician that you look up to? SR: “I’ve been so lucky to meet and work with a great many people, in particular my drum mentor Aaron Anderson, my guitar (teacher) extraordinaire James Taylor, and my wonderful vocal coach Betty Anne Northup. I am also so grateful to my uncle Paul Rodgers (of Bad Company fame) for his ongoing support, encouragement and silly jam sessions.” Q: If you could only sing one song for the rest of your life what song would it be? SR: “There’s one song by The Animals called House of the Rising Sun that I perform at most events that I play, and even won a few competitions with it. It’s a song I never get tired of and have made my own.” – Getting to Know is a special feature conducted by Kalamalka Secondary School grad and music lover Aniko Forgo.

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The Vernon Film Society presents Sunshine on Leith, a good-natured movie-musical featuring the music of The Proclaimers and based on the Dundee Repertory Theatre’s hit stage show. George MacKay and Kevin Guthrie are Davy and Ally, a couple of soldiers back from a tour of Afghanistan, set on returning to civilian life for good. They are thrilled to be once again walking the streets of their hometown, Edinburgh. Ally wants to renew his relationship with Davy’s sister Liz (Freya Mavor), whose friend Yvonne (Antonia Thomas) may well be attracted to Davy. But the real emotional crisis comes with the silver wedding party for Davy and Liz’s troubled parents: Jean and Rab (Jane Horrocks of Ab Fab, Little Voice and

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