Similkameen Spotlight, April 08, 2015

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Town to get PLEASE DON’T tough on deer FEED ME offenders Andrea DeMeer Spotlight Staff

There’s no magic bullet to solve the problem of urban deer conflict in the town of Princeton. That was the message delivered last Tuesday to about 50 residents at a public forum, held at Riverside Centre, to discuss the issue. “We are going to get a game plan backed by our citizens,” Mayor Frank Armitage told the audience in an address from the floor. “There is a hue and cry in our community and this [meeting] has been a first step.” Armitage said the town will appoint up to four community representatives to the Urban Deer Committee and promised there will be future public meetings. Education and by law enforcement will be key parts of a new comprehensive strategy, said Councillor Doug Pateman, a member of the town’s Urban Deer Committee and co-chair of Tuesday’s meeting. “There are many things that can be done but we must have the support of the community,” said Pateman. “The next step is coming up with a program that we can bring to the public.” Pateman cautioned a solution “is not going to be an overnight thing or something one month down the road.” Following the two-hour forum Rick Zerr, CAO, confirmed the town has earmarked $25,000 in the upcoming budget to install a cattle guard at the Princeton landfill to keep deer off

the property. The town will also begin writing tickets to residents who feed deer. Under Princeton’s bylaw the offense is punishable by a $100 fine, although Zerr said he is not aware of anyone being charged in the past. “If people don’t comply there has to be some consequence,” he said. “If people are going to continue to feed the deer, that would be the consequence.” Zerr said a recent application to WildsafeBC for funding for a town deer coordinator is still pending approval and in the interim the town will work with existing WildsafeBC staff. Several deer experts spoke at Tuesday’s forum, including conservation service officer Jim Beck, provincial wildlife biologist Craig McLean, and WildsafeBC coordinators Zoe Kirk and Frank Ritcey. Ritcey emphasized that feeding deer only aggravates human-deer conflicts. “People think if they feed the deer they are helping them, but they are really hurting them.” He said urban deer issues are a phenomenon of the last twenty years, and began about the same time municipalities established leash laws to control dogs. WildsafeBC now receives 700 calls a year about aggressive deer. “Safety is a real issue with deer.” Some BC communities have implemented culling – by sharpshooting continued page nine

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Accused blames bloodstains on sneezing dog said produced “a few teaspoons” of blood, he said a dog was licking the wound and sneezed on him. “That’s the only reason there would be Keith’s blood on my clothes,” Koopmans said. Last month, blood spatter and DNA analysis experts who analyzed Koopmans’ clothes found bloodstains consistent with spatter and both Wharton and Koopmans’ blood on the pair of jeans and jacket that Koopmans was wearing when he was arrested.

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Crown prosecutor Frank Dubenski suggested a grizzly version of events in which the accused shot his friend three times in the head before turning the gun on two others. “I didn’t shoot anybody,” said John Ike Koopmans, who is charged with two counts of murder and one count of attempted murder in relation to the 2013 deaths of Keith Wharton and Rosemary Fox in Princeton. “I had no reason to hate Keith, no reason at that point to be angry with him,” Koopmans said. “That’s because he was dead,” Dubenski replied, adding he had no further questions for the accused. Last Monday, Koopmans sat on the stand recalling his whereabouts exactly two years ago to the day. He said he was drinking and “overreacted” to an argument with his former girlfriend Elaine Hoiland before swearing at her and leaving her residence to walk across Princeton to the Wharton property on Old Hedley Road. Earlier in the trial, Koopmans alleged that he would often stay in a camper on the Wharton property after he’d had an argument with Hoiland, something he said he had done multiple times in the past. He said he walked with a bottle of vodka in hand to the Old Hedley Road property, where he found the lights in the Wharton’s residence were off. He alleges he continued down Old Hedley Road with the intention of stopping at an acquaintances house. When the lights were off at that residence as well, Koopmans said he turned around and headed back towards the Wharton residence. Koopmans testified he then saw the police at the Wharton residence and decided not to get involved. “Did it not worry you that something had happened?” Dubenski asked. Koopmans replied he thought Keith had “got busted again” for trafficking crack cocaine and that he “didn’t want to get involved in the drug bust.” “Last time I was there and the police were there, they pulled me over every time they saw me in a vehicle,” Koopmans said. Koopmans said he took a path between the Wharton property and the bordering Weyerhaeuser Mill property to get to the camper where he was found and arrested on March 31, 2013. “I’m suggesting that this story of you walking to the camper is just that, a story,” Dubenski said. “That’s what happened, that’s what I did that night.” Koopmans replied. Dubenski suggested that Koopmans had shot Wharton and Fox and, when he shot but failed to kill Bradley Martin, he fled and hid on the mill property, taking the empty shell cas-

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Closing arguments in the muder trial of John Ike Koopmans were to begin Tuesday.

ings out of the murder weapon before disposing of it in the Similkameen River. “Those people are my friends, I had no reason to shoot them,” Koopmans replied. “Were you so drunk that you don’t remember everything you did that night?” Dubenski said. “No,” Koopmans replied. Earlier in the trial, Koopmans provided his explanation as to why Keith Wharton’s blood was found on the clothes he was wearing when he was arrested. He said that he and Wharton were salvaging some scrap lumber on March 20, 2013 when Wharton was injured by a large sliver. While attending to Wharton’s injury, which Koopmans

Non-violent, forgiving and even tempered were all characteristics Flora Balducci agreed with defence counsel that describe her brother John Koopmans. Balducci took the stand in Penticton Supreme Court Monday locking eyes briefly with her brother before testifying. Balducci saw Koopmans in the time frame between the alleged break and enter on his property and the alleged shooting. The Crown has previously put forward the suggestion that Koopmans blamed Wharton, one of the people found dead on the Old Hedley Road property in 2013, for his involvement in the break and enter and that this was part of his motive for the alleged shooting. Balducci said they were visiting with their parents in Langley and that they “had a really good time” playing pool and that Koopmans showed no signs of frustration or harboured anger over the break in. Balducci was asked by defence counsel about an incident involving a past sexual offence committed to Koopmans’ daughter and whether or not he exhibited forgiveness. “He was upset about the incident, as we all were,” Balducci said, adding that he “showed forgiveness” in that instance. Defence counsel Don Skogstad also questioned Balducci on Koopmans character. He asked about a story involving quail eggs on a job site Koopmans previously worked at. Balducci indicated that Koopmans “couldn’t bear the thought” of some quail eggs hatching and being left to die on the site, saying that Koopmans brought the eggs home to look after them. During cross examination the Crown asked whether Balducci would be surprised to know that Koopmans had a gun hidden in the rafters of his home. This is in reference to the .357 magnum Koopmans said he had at one point owned, and since cut up because it was an unregistered firearm. “Yes it would surprise me,” Balducci said. All the witnesses have been called and the jury returns to court Tuesday when closing arguments will begin.

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Time to fight for the library Imagine someone has prepared the Town of Princeton a wonderful meal. There are savory appetizers, warm soup, crisp salad, a buffet of roasted meats and vegetables, fresh baked bread and light-as-air confections for dessert. The feast is ready, and residents are lined up with their noses pressed to the glass in anticipation. But the banquet hall is closed. The doors are almost never unlocked and the food just sits there, largely untouched. So it is with the Princeton Library. Princeton residents are promised equal access to all services provided by the Okanagan Regional Library. But so what? It doesn’t matter how many books or DVDs are available for loan. It doesn’t matter how fast the internet works. The coziness of the chairs and the overall pleasing aesthetics of the building are downright irrelevant. With the library open only 20 hours a week – and ORL says it must reduce that number by 25% in the coming months – those services are primarily theoretical. The regional library in Kelowna provides “the same service” as the Princeton Library. However it provides them seven days a week, and during the summer is open 59.5 hours weekly. If Princeton wants a library that is significantly more than a window display, residents are going to have to fight for it. A town hall meeting is planned for the coming weeks to discuss how the library should go about cutting hours. Recently ORL CAO Stephanie Hall told The Spotlight a letter is being sent to town council, asking if there is any appetite to top up funding to maintain current open hours. At the very least residents can attend the meeting. They can also phone the mayor and members of council to express their desires for the library’s future. It’s hard to believe people don’t have desires. There are 1,357 card carrying members of the Princeton Library, representing nearly half the town’s population. If library users formed their own political party they would be in good shape to sweep the next municipal election. There is another course of action that deserves at least some discussion: separating the Princeton Library from the regional board. According to Hall there is a process – albeit an involved one – that allows for such a move. The annual cost of operating the Princeton Library is $110,245, while taxes collected for the service amount to $108,427. Princeton’s shortfall with the regional system can be attributed to the $59,418 of shared costs that go to the ORLS for administrative functions such as human resources, financial controls, courier, training, IT support et cetera. If the Town of Princeton managed the library – for example the way it now manages the arena – locally collected tax dollars would be directed locally. The town already owns the library building and collects rent, and the arrangement would allow municipal administrators to find synergies that might lead to more, not fewer, open hours. The present library crisis can be assigned to a number of causes, namely seriously antiquated and flawed regional funding and operations models and the lack of participation from Area H residents. Staff at the ORLS cannot be faulted, and indeed express at every turn a genuine desire for Princeton to have as much access to its library as possible. Councillor Rosemary Doughty is an informed and passionate advocate of Princeton’s library. We could not be better represented at the regional level. It’s your meal Princeton. If your library card is more than something that takes up space in your wallet, now is the time to come to the table. - AD

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B.C.’s labour market goes global VICTORIA – The labour situation in B.C. is 86 labour wars is underway. showing increased signs of strain, even before a The B.C. and Yukon Building Trades (BCYT) long-promised boom in heavy construction gets are demanding a project agreement that requires set to ramp up this summer. all workers on Site C to be paid their rates, and Jobs Minister Shirley Bond announced last are warning of chaos on the huge project if they week that B.C. is suspending its “provincial don’t get their way. nomination” program for 90 days. This program BC Hydro CEO Jessica McDonald told me allows the province to recommend people for that’s not all they want. They are also seeking federal immigration, based on skills in demand quotas for members of their unions on a project TOM FLETCHER in B.C. that will be a small city of 1,700 people at peak The B.C. provincial nomination program saw construction. its number of applications triple to 1,200 for the BCYT executive director Tom Sigurdson says month of December, as the federal government that while all sides acknowledge the need for cracked down on the temporary foreign worker foreign workers for Site C, he wants to control program. Thousands of temporary foreign workers who have hit that too, working with their affiliated unions in the United States. the four-year deadline are being sent home, with many of them There will be non-union construction firms, some of them turning to the provincial nomination track. owned by aboriginal communities in the north. There will be Bond has been pleading with Ottawa to raise B.C.’s annual contractors affiliated with the Christian Labour Association of provincial nomination quota from 5,000 to 7,000 or more. The Canada. The BCYT hopes to set wages and conditions for them three-month pause is so her ministry can add staff and speed up all, and influence Ottawa’s temporary foreign worker program to processing time. Backlogged applicants will still be considered, boot. and exemptions for health care workers and a northeast pilot proMcDonald and Premier Christy Clark have politely told them gram are being maintained. to pound sand. Their formula would add millions in costs to Even with the current slump in energy prices and before antici- the project, driving up BC Hydro rates even more than they are pated pipeline and liquefied natural gas projects start, the labour already rising. BC Hydro has already done dam upgrade projects shortage in the northeast is near crisis. using a “managed open site” model and it’s not inclined to return The last time I was in Dawson Creek, radio ads were offer- to the era of W.A.C. Bennett as Sigurdson demands. ing signing bonuses for qualified truck drivers. In Fort St. John, Sigurdson makes a valid point that when two concrete masons grocery and hardware retailers have come to depend on foreign compare paycheques on the Site C project and one sees he’s makworkers to keep going. ing $5 an hour less, he won’t be happy. He will want the higher While supposedly educated young people work part-time and rate, and the BCYT is taking BC Hydro to court to ensure they can refuse to leave the comforts of southern city life, this is the reality recruit new members on the site. up north, and it’s only going to get worse. It looks like a hot summer ahead. This summer, work is scheduled to start on the Site C dam on Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black the Peace River, the most costly construction project in B.C. his- Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca tory. And a union vs. non-union battle reminiscent of the old Expo

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Parents must sow good seeds in their childrens’ lives Art Martens livingsignificantly.ca

For a number of years I had several career criminals in my circle of friends. They enabled me to understand more fully that our attitude, thinking, words and example have the capacity to shape not only our children, but also our grandchildren and beyond. One of these men was Roy. I met him at Matsqui Institution where he was doing time for a string of B and Es and heroin possession. “My Old Man was a petty crook, in and out of Oakalla,” he told me. “After my Mom died, he married again. The woman didn’t like me. She was always trying to get me booted out of the family.” Roy’s massive arms, barrel chest and balding pate gave him the burly image of a Mafia hitman. Inside though, he felt he was an outcast from society. Although he could joke and be funny at times, he viewed the world as a sinister place where danger lurked. Deeply entrenched in the criminal culture and feeling abandoned by his derelict father, he trusted no one. At age 43, in desperation he applied to our organization for a citizen sponsor. As coordinator of the Matsqui program, I matched him with Walter, a patient, steady poultry farmer. Roy tested his commitment repeatedly, but Walter didn’t flinch or waver. When Roy was paroled, he found Sonia, a woman as lonely and bereft as himself. Nine

months later she bore Sammy, a blond, blue eyed, good natured kid. Roy loved the child. He felt responsible for imparting to Sammy the destructive perceptions he’d picked up from his father. When Sammy was three, Roy placed him on a table and said, “Jump Sammy, Daddy will catch you.” He reached out his arms. Trusting his dad, Sammy stepped to the edge of the table and jumped. Roy stepped back, letting the boy land on the hard floor. Looking down at his weeping child he said, “Son, that’s to teach you never to trust anyone.” At this time Roy was still shooting up with heroin. When he and Sonia threw in the towel on their relationship, the separation added further disturbance to Sammy’s already cha-

otic life. He began running away when he was four and the police were called several times. At age seven he was accused of starting a fire in the apartment where he and Roy were living. Fearing he’d lose the boy to a foster home, Roy told police he had set the fire himself. Aware of his extensive prison record, the police believed him. I spoke on his behalf in court but he was sentenced to a minimum security facility. Roy was benefiting from the relationship with Walter and several others in the community. Upon release, wanting to be a better father, he dumped the heroin habit. Unfortunately, he hadn’t anticipated the void that resulted. He sought to fill it with alcohol. One evening he left Sammy in the car

while he and a friend spent an hour in a bar. Unwisely, he drove after too many drinks. Fortunately Sammy wasn’t hurt when the car left the road and plunged into a deep ditch. Roy wasn’t so lucky. He spent the rest of his days in a wheelchair. In his early teen years, Sammy was picked up several times for shoplifting and other petty crimes. Once again Roy feared Children’s Services would take the boy. One day he said to me, “Do you want Sammy? He’s getting into too much trouble. I’m not a good father. I want to give him to you.” Linda and I had two young children and we didn’t want to subject them to the mayhem of Sammy’s increasingly unruly life. In time, Roy developed considerable trust in the people in our organization. The messages he received from us were positive, and he came to value that. People invited him into their homes for meals. Slowly, the suspicion ebbed. Unfortunately, the negative seed he had planted in Sammy’s psyche had taken root and flourished. He followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfather. Before he was 20, those footsteps led to prison. I was a young dad at the time. Roy’s example helped me understand it is essential that parents sow good seed in their childrens’ lives which will produce honest, contributing citizens and a stable society.

Bad loan meets a tourist attraction and national security It was with guilty interest I followed the unfolding story last week of the ill-fated HMCS Ojibwa. The Ojibwa is a cold-war Oberon-class submarine, now on permanent display in the tiny town of Port Burwell, Ontario. And she is sinking. Ten years ago Canadian Forces Maritime Command put the Ojibwa up for sale, hoping to realize between fifty and sixty thousand dollars for scrap metal. This attracted the attention of the Elgin County Military Museum, which borrowed $6 million to acquire the boat, drag it halfway across the country, and put it on display in Port Burwell. How to describe Port Burwell to someone who’s never visited? It has a wide beach, a provincial park and a marina, a handful of cottages, a general store and a hamburger stand. In the 1980s BC (Before Children) the DeMeers spent many happy weekends camping in Port Burwell, enjoying the surf and the sun. It is surrounded by beautiful and natural attributes, but the village of Port Burwell

to live in such a vessel, undernever attracted the kind of tourwater for up to 56 days, with ist dollars enjoyed by other sixty other people. Lake Erie shoreline towns such as Port Dover and Turkey Point. One hour with a dozen ticket-holding tourists was quite Port Burwell reminds me enough. of Hedley, except for the fiveSubmarines are not air-constorey high, football-field-long ditioned. Not even in July. One submarine in the downtown. man turned back amidships Ship of Dreams. ANDREA DEMEER because he feared he was havIf you tow it they will come. ing a heart attack. Only nobody came. old dog The tour guides were friendFewer than 40,000 people new tricks ly, but most insistent that no one have toured the Ojibwa since it touch anything. (Try crawling opened its hatches in the summer of 2013 – less than one third of the though a submarine pushing three boys ahead expected numbers. The museum recently of you without touching anything. Camel. defaulted on its payments, the bank wants the Eye of needle.) $6 million back and the local municipality We were reminded repeatedly that despite is floundering in the unfortunate position of the Ojibwa’s decommissioned status to having guaranteed the loan. remove any part of the sub was a breach of The DeMeer family visited the Ojibwa in national security. its first summer of operations. (We are getting To close, attached is a copy of the letter to the guilt part of the story). The experience I was compelled to write the day after the was novel, educational, and overwhelming if DeMeers visited the Ojibwa. you paused to imagine what it would be like

The Elgin County Military Museum
 30 Talbot Street
 St. Thomas, Ontario Canada
 N5P 1A3 To Whom It May Concern 
My family enjoyed its tour this week of the
 HMCS Ojibwa. Please find enclosed a knob, which comes from the fuse
box in your submarine’s control room. Disregarding the no-touch rule my son (name withheld to
 protect the guilty but I have no problem calling him 
“Knob”) fiddled with the fuse box. The knob came off in his
 hand and fearing reprimand he stuffed it in his shorts. Obviously if every child who visits your exhibit takes away 
even a tiny piece of the submarine, in a few short years the 
Ojibwa will fit in my backyard swimming pool. I apologize and return this knob to you in hopes you can 
restore it to its rightful place in naval history. Sincerely
 Mother of Knob

SPOTLIGHT on the ARCHIVES 1 YEAR AGO: The Spotlight is pleased to announce that Art Martens joins us as a contributor, sharing articles that focus on the people and community of Hedley, B.C. More of Art’s work can be found by visiting his blogsite at livingsignificantly.ca

5 YEARS AGO:

Racing Days a go The Interior Horse Racing Association has announced that there will be Horse Racing in the Interior for 2010. There will be nine race days confirmed and each track will add days of racing according to the funding available to each track during the racing season. There will be horse racing at Sunflower Downs on Saturday, July 3, 2010. We will make Racing in Princeton the most entertaining event ever.

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Rescue team saves climber On March 27, 1995, at approximately 4:40 pm. Princeton RCMP were summoned to assist in the rescue of a 21 year old make who became stranded on a rock ledge while mountain climbing. Assistance was requested from the Upper Similkameen Search and Rescue. At 10:05 pm, the rescue team was able to reach the victim with blankets and a drink and at 10:30 pm, the victim was placed in a harness and assisted off the mountain.

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Princeton Prepares For Busy Summer

The community of Princeton is preparing for one of its busiest summers in history. It is quite evident now that the community is developing into another Banff, and predictions are that each summer the traffic and business will increase considerably. A number of people have already moved back to the area for summer. ...Princeton has become a major tourist town; all it has to do now is realize it...

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Rock slide closes trail between Princeton and Coalmont Tara Bowie Spotlight Staff

Rocks have been tumbling down onto the Kettle Valley Rail Trail for several weeks resulting in a massive slide and indefinite closure between Princeton and Coalmont. At the end of March Break, Alana Baird was looking for something different to do with her children, so they made a picnic and headed out to the trail on ATVs and a Gator for lunch. About five kilometres past the tunnel the group ran into a small slide. “We stopped and were looking around and found crystals. The rocks were gorgeous. Everytime the wind picked up small rocks came down, so I can see how easily things came down there,” Baird said. The trip was such a success that some of the group went back out on Sunday and found even more slides had occurred and some that were impassable by motorized vehicle. “The rocks were so great we had to go back. Although we were careful it did make me feel

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uneasy standing at the bottom of an old rockslide,” she said. “I’m glad we went when we did.” The massive rockslide approximately 10 kilometres west of Princeton (at the 125-km mark of the KVR) occurred sometime after Baird and group was there Sunday. The trail was closed Monday afternoon by the Regional District Okanagan-Similkameen. The RDOS is working with Recreation Sites and Trails BC and the Vermillion Trails Society to repair and reopen the trail. RSTBC is currently assessing the area’s stability. Signs were installed to warn users of the closure. A bike and pedestrian track might be put in place as an interim measure. A safety assessment will determine if that’s possible. The detour route for the trail system is Coalmont Road. The trail will reopen as soon as it’s safe to do so. Repairs are scheduled to take place this summer. For Trans-Canada Trail closures and warnings visit www.trailsbc.ca.

The rockslide has closed the KVR between Princeton and Coalmont indefinitely. Repairs to the area are scheduled for summer.

Outdoor enthusiasts do not feel welcome in Princeton To the editor Tuesday morning, March 31, I was one of four residents from outlying communities who came to Princeton intending to meet with Mayor Armitage. The mayor was unavailable so Rick Zerr met with us. We were from the communities of Osprey Lake, Coalmont, Hedley, and Chain Lake. We are all actively involved in our communities as well as outdoor trail clubs. We sympathize with and appreciate the sentiments of city council that have to deal with the issues

associated with multi use of the Trans Canada Trail also known as the KVR. Our intent is to alert city council that they are doing the residents and business owners of Princeton a disservice when they don’t welcome the clubs that represent the off road community and the outdoor related activities that go along with it. Here we have a city, Princeton, surrounded by communities like Hedley, Eastgate, Coalmont, Tulameen, Osprey Lake, Missezula Lake, Allison Lake, Chain Lake

Princeton Town Hall News BC ONE CALL Spring is the time for catching up on chores around the house and yard. Whether you’re building a deck, installing a fence or doing some landscaping, you may be surprised at what you’ll find. Before hand-digging or using any mechanical equipment, call BC ONE CALL at 1-800-474-6886 (cellular *6866) for information on the location of underground services. This free service is dedicated to minimizing the risks associated with accidents involving buried lines.

2015 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS Town Council has released highlights of their proposed 2015 financial plan. Council has introduced their Financial Plan Bylaw at the April 7, 2015 Regular Meeting of Council and it is recommended for adoption May 4, 2015. To download the 2015 Financial Plan highlights, please visit our website at www.princeton.ca. A brochure has been mailed out to residents, so you can look for this in your mail box. For additional information or to provide feedback on the proposed financial plan, please contact: Town Hall 151 Vermilion Avenue Tel. 250-295-3135 Email : smcmahon@princeton.ca

and many others. The main reason for people living in these communities is centered around outdoor activities like fishing, hunting, horseback riding, boating, hiking, cycling, cross country skiing , off road riding of ATV’s and snowmobiling. Princeton is the hub in the center of all these communities in area “H”. Presently city council, by their actions, is making us feel unwelcome by their stance against ATV’s. To us the KVR is sacred. The KVR is a central corridor that has

a colorful history and connects our communities together. Our communities have a core of permanent residents who are active in our community. Large components of our communities are weekenders and people on holidays, many of which are also involved in the community. We spend countless hours maintaining the KVR corridor. We welcome the introduction of ATV registration and licensing. We are confident that over time, along with the peer pressure from toler-

ant, courteous riders that the “week end warriors” will be driven from the trails, especially the KVR. Many other communities have a healthy active ATV component. The restaurants, motels, and small businesses in Princeton are the losers when these outlying communities don’t feel welcome in Princeton. We are willing to work with city council to make Princeton a city that welcomes all outdoor enthusiasts. Vic Bartel President Similkameen Valley Riders

2015 WATER & SEWER BILLS

COMMUNITY WIDE STREET SWEEPING

2015 Water and Sewer invoices have been mailed to property owners. If you did not receive your invoice please contact the Town Office at 250-295-3135.

The Public Works Department has commenced their Spring Street Sweeping Program and we kindly ask for your cooperation in removing vehicles if possible from the street ahead of the sweeper.

To receive a 10% discount, full payment must be received in the Town Office by 4:30 pm on Friday, April 10th, 2015. Postmarks on mailed remittances will not be considered as date of payment. Payments can be made by cash, cheque, debit card, telephone banking or online through your bank’s website.

FREE LANDFILL DAYS FREE DUMPING is being offered once again at the LANDFILL on APRIL 25 & 26, 2015 for the Town of Princeton and Regional District Okanagan Similkameen Area “H” residents only. Free Dumping is an opportunity to drop off trash items that are regularly charged a fee such as: Televisions — Refrigerators — Air conditioners — Home renovation materials (i.e. floor coverings, drywall, roofing, etc). Remember: LOADS entering the SITE shall be adequately covered and secured to prevent materials from blowing or falling off the Vehicle while in transit . RCMP will be enforcing vehicle safety rules.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SUMMER POOL STAFF REQUIRED Certified Lifeguards and Swim Instructors are required for employment from mid-May to September 2015. Successful applicants who hold current certification in their NLS award should apply. Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification would be an asset. Please drop off resume to Town Hall, Box 670, Princeton, BC V0X 1W0 attention Carol Mack. Deadline for application is May 8th, 2015.

Community Wide Street Sweeping prepares our local roads for bare weather conditions, reducing environmental dust levels, increasing pedestrian and bicycle safety, and presenting a groomed, aesthetically pleasing road network system. To ensure the safety of workers in work zones please reduce your speed accordingly. Questions and comments may be forwarded to Kevin Huey, Director of Infrastructure and Parks at 250-295-3135.

URBAN DEER FORUM On behalf of The Town Princeton, Councillors Doug Pateman and Rosemary Doughty we would like to thank the community and the guest speakers for attending the Urban Deer Forum held on March 31st. The Town of Princeton looks forward to receiving more community input on urban deer. For more information on Urban Deer please visit the Town’s website at www.princeton.ca

PROGRAMS FOR KIDS AND ADULTS Registration remains open for a variety of programs for children & adults. View the 2015 Winter/Spring Leisure Guide at www.princeton.ca Or pick one up today at Town Hall, Riverside Centre or at the Arena. Register in person at Town Hall. To reserve a space call 250-295-6067

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Ideas for warding off deer

Thieves made off with an undisclosed amount of cash during a break in March 31st at Copperhill Lanes Bowling Alley. The bowling alley’s safe was cut open, and a ladle used to remove its contents. Wires to the building’s security system were cut, and security camera hard drives were also removed.

continued page nine or trapping –or hazing programs to reduce deer numbers, said Ritcey. He added these programs have downsides including public outcry, high costs and in the case of hazing “you are moving the problem.” Several people in the crowd echoed safety concerns. “I don’t know how many times I have come home and not been able to get out of my car,” said Denise Winter. She said honking the horn and banging on the car windows do nothing to deter the deer crowding around her vehicle. “They just stand there as if to say ‘do you have a problem.’” Winter expressed frustration that no action has been taken “for the last 12 years…This is a problem, when dogs are getting stomped and I can’t leave my home.” Gino Del-Ciotto, founder of the Princeton PRO Deer Population Reduction Organization, told the panel that “pets getting killed…has happened more than once in this town.” Del-Ciotto suggested the town establish a way for residents to make anonymous reports about people feeding deer. Wildlife BC’s Zoe Kirk suggested people who are fearful of deer can attempt harassing them with high-powered water pistols, and also demonstrated a walking stick with a bottle of dog deterrent (similar to diluted bear spray) which could be used to deter aggressive deer. Rosemary Doughty, councillor and member of the Urban Deer Community, said she was very pleased with both the turnout at the meeting and the information that was brought forward. “I’m very happy with this,” she said at the meeting’s end. “It was very good to hear the questions. This is a positive step.”

Graduating students call for support of annual fundraiser To the editor Preparations for the 64th Annual Family Fair are underway and Princeton’s graduating class of 2015 invite you to attend. The first Family Fair was held in 1951, put on by the PTA to raise funds for school equipment. It has evolved into a well-known fundraiser for bursaries. Past fairs have raised as much as $6000. Funds are distrib-

uted among grade 12 students each year, to help further their education. Participation has been great in past years and once again we call on the community to support this annual event. While doing your spring cleaning, you may find items you wish to donate to the fair. We appreciate all “garage sale” items in good clean condition, such as toys, puzzles, plants, books, jewel-

lery and handicrafts (no used clothing please). We also gladly accept donations of bread, buns and baking. Articles may be dropped off at Princeton Secondary School or call Treena at 250-295-3412 to request pick up if necessary. While at the fair, be sure to check out the Art Show in the bandroom, showcasing wonderful displays of artwork from students of Hockey Pool Manager

John Allison, Vermilion Forks and Princeton Secondary School. The baking table offers up many tasty treats, that always sell out quickly. And the regular white elephant sale is sure to include a good selection of interesting household items to choose from. The ever-popular midway-style games and cake walk (manned by Class of 2015 students) will keep young ones entertained.

Tickets will also be available for the highly anticipated “Taste of Princeton” raffle, which has one prize of several gift certificates to many of Princeton’s fine restaurants. Concession refreshments and tea will be served as well. Mark Thursday, April 16th on your calendar and come from 1 - 3 pm for this exciting event. Treena Douglas

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Princeton shows its colors to support public health care Spotlight Staff

A colorful and committed group of people gathered at Veteran’s Square last Tuesday to protest cuts to Canadian public health care. Most of the crowd wore red, while organizer Ed Staples, president of Support Our Health Care, was decked out in colors representing every federal party. His politically correct ensemble included blue jeans, orange socks, green jacket and a red scarf. “We feel the need to be here to make our voices heard,” Staples told the crowd of about 30 supporters. “This is an election year…vote for health.” The rally was held March 31st, on the first anniversary of the demise of the Canada Health Accord and was one of 50 such events across the country. “There is nothing more important to me than my health,” said Staples. He added that “public health care properly funded…is the fairest way to provide health care to all Canadians

regardless of who you are, where you live or how much money you make.” The rally was co-organized by the Health Employees Union, which was on hand to remind Princeton voters that two full time union jobs in the Princeton Hospital laundry are slated to be eliminated when laundry services are centralized outside of town. Councillors Kim Maynard and Rosemary Doughty attended the rally. Maynard spoke on behalf of Mayor Frank Armitage. “I don’t know if there’s anything more important than our health care system,” he said. To emphasize the point Maynard recalled an incident from several years ago, when he was hospitalized in Las Vegas for four hours at cost to insurance of $25,000. Other dignitaries also sent representatives to the rally. Former Area H director Brad Hope read greetings from MLA Jackie Tegart and Angelique Wood, local NDP candidate, represented MP Alex Atamanenko.

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Diane and Bob Sterne of Coalmont were among thirty people who took to Princeton’s downtown to support public health care last Tuesday. They held the Canadian flag upside for one hour, and explained in the early days of the British Empire this was recognzied as a customary distress signal. “We felt it was appropriate to do so at the rally,” said Diane.

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We will be voting on Amendments to the PDMHA By-Laws at the AGM Details posted at the Arena.

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Coopers Foods raised $515 for Princeton’s Food Bank at its annual Easter egg hunt in Memorial Park. Dominic, Matteo, TJ, Dante and Jaiden were on hand for their share of goodies and fun.

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CAPRICORN: Capricorn, thinking outside of the box comes easily to you. Although others may scoff at your unconventional ways, you always get the job done and this week is no different. AQUARIUS: Aquarius, peer pressure abounds this week, but you needn’t worry about succumbing to it. You like to march to the beat of your own drum, and others look to you as a leader. PISCES: Pisces, you may need to take an unusual approach to get things done this week. Don’t be afraid to be aggressive. ARIES: YPatience is a virtue you must have this week, Aries. Others may not be able to maintain your pace, so exercise patience with those who need it. TAURUS: Share your thoughts and feelings about a particular project wtth others, Taurus. The people closest to you will provide just the support you need to move forward. GEMINI: Embrace the competitive nature of a coworker this week, Gemini. This person might just motivate you to reach heights you have yet to reach, and this may lead to a promotion at work. CANCER: Cancer, a heart-to-heart talk with a loved one has you feeling confident as you move forward. Embrace this chance to communicate for the opportunity it truly is. LEO: Leo, allow someone close to you to enjoy his or her space this week. Find a way to keep busy as this special someone does some soul-searching. VIRGO: Avoid rushing to judgment on an issue this week, Virgo. Rather than speculating on the “whys” and “how comes,” wait until you can get some solid facts. LIBRA: Luck is on your side this week, Libra. Make the most of this lucky streak and invite others to join in your fortune in the weeks to come. SCORPIO: Scorpio, lend a helping hand to a loved one who could use some words of encouragement. Your efforts will be both effective and very much appreciated. SAGITTARIUS: Sagittarius, anxiety about starting a new chapter in life is normal. Fear of the unknown can worry anyone, but look forward to all of the positive changes that are in store. FOR ENTERTAINMENT ONLY


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THE SPOTLIGHT COMMUNITY CALENDAR

HELP US KEEP THE COMMUNITY CALENDAR UP TO DATE. Please remember to check your listing in the Spotlight Community Calendar. If changes to your listing are needed, please call us at 250-295-3535 or email editor@similkameenspotlight.com

Princeton Baptist Church Across from Arena Old Hedley Road Family Worship 10:00 am

250-295-7752

Arts SHIRLEY’S ART CLASSES: Wednesday & Thursday Call Shirley at 250-295-4076 GARDEN CLUB: Meets third 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., 250-295-6718 or Joann Gabriel, Sec., 250-295-3361 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 250-295-4194 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. 250-295-0527 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 250-295-3541. ORL- PRINCETON BRANCH: 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 1-866-856-8442 HOSPITAL AUXILIARY: Meets second Monday of every month, 1:00 p.m. Hospital Board Room. For info., Call Doreen @ 250-2951577 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.

St. Paul’s United Anglican Church Office: 250-295-7714 WORSHIP - 10:00 AM 190 - 1st Avenue Everyone Welcome

Living Water

Community Church Invites You to 38 Kenley Avenue

10:30 AM Morning Worship Pastor Jason Neufield Tel: 250-295-7733 Cell: 250-293-6224

Shining His Light Ministries

(By Coopers) Join us for “Gospel Hour” Sunday mornings, 11 am We would love to meet you. 250-293-1205

Princeton Pentecostal Church 165 Vermilion Avenue invites you to join us in Sunday Worship 10:30 am Pastor Jack McNeil 250-295-7951

Community:

Health

Club Notes:

HEDLEY SENIORS’ CENTRE: 3rd Monday of every month regular general meetings Everyone welcome. 2nd Sunday Pancake Breakfast, 8 am - 10 am. Daily Coffee & conversation 6:30 am to 8 am. Every Tuesday & Thursday exercise at 9 am.

COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS: Group helps bereaved parents. Will meet as needed. Call Shirley Haker at 250-295-3607. sehaker@persona.ca

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!

SENIORS BRANCH #30 POT LUCK SUPPER: Last Friday of every month, 5:30 p.m. Seniors Centre. Members can invite a guest.

CRISIS LINE: You can call us 24 hours a day, everyday, and your call is confidential and anonymous. The crisis line is 250-4936622. Or call collect from locations within the South Okanagan Similkameen: 250-493-6622.

MEMBERS ONLY POOL TOURNAMENT: Last Tuesday of every month at the Senior’s Centre. 10:00 am

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Meet Friday & Saturday In Tulameen at 7:30 p.m. at Library call 250-295-7005

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.

WHIST & CRIB: (Seniors Branch #30) First Saturday of each month at 1 PM. Coffee & refreshments included. Everyone welcome.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Tuesdays @ 7:30 p.m. United Church. Contacts: Fred 250-295-7272 or Marena 250-295-7663

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.

VERMILION FORKS PRINCETON O.A.P.O. BR. #185: Regular meetings second Friday of every month at 2 p.m.. Pot luck supper every third Friday at 5:00 p.m.

AL-ANON: Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? Contact Central Referral @1-604-688-1716

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.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: Meets every Wednesday & Sunday at the Info Centre in Chamber Basement 7:00 P.M. Phone 1-877-234-5809

PRINCETON ROTARY CLUB: Meets every Wednesday @ 6 p.m. Heartland Restaurant (dining room). For more info. Call Judy @ 250-2950217. New members welcome!

LITTLE FOLKS NURSERY SCHOOL: Meetings are every third Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at LFNS. 250-295-3083 PRINCETON LEGION BRANCH #56: Reminds all veterans that the D.V.A. Now makes home visits. For more info. Phone 250-295-6060 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 250-295-6727 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 @ 250-295-0171 DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB: Wednesdays @ Riverside Centre 10:30-3. Call Arlen @ 250-295-6157

Health CANCER SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN: If interested in attending, please call: Barb 250-2954050 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 250- 295-3658 or Myrna 250-295-7272 Visit www.tops.org

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 ROYAL PURPLE: Meetings first and third Tuesdays 7:30 PM, Princeton. ELKS: Contact Chris at 250-295-3949.

PXA MEETING: Held on the third Tuesday of each month. 7 p.m., at the Princeton PXA Grounds. New Members welcome!

COPPERHILL LANES: YBC Bowling Saturday 10 AM. Club 55. Mens, 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!

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

PRINCETON CURLING CLUB: Leagues start Oct. 20th. Mon - mixed, Wed - Ladies, Thurs - Day League. www.princetoncurlingclub.com or 250-295-6400

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

RECREATIONAL BADMINTON: Mondays at 8:00 pm at PSS gym, beginners welcome. Adult & Juniors (age 12+)

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!

GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA: Contact: Carol Mack 250-295-7085

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

Youth 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

THE PRINCETON RIFLE AND REVOLVER CLUB: INDOOR SHOOTING RANGE Juniors & Seniors meet at 7 p.m. every Wednesday at the Family Centre (behind the legion). Phone 250-295-6150.

PRINCETON FIGURE SKATING CLUB: Lynette Boyd: 250-295-7113

VERMILION FORKS FIELD NATURALISTS: Group meets second Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m. at the Riverside Centre. Public welcome.

PRINCETON FAMILY SERVICES SOCIETY : FAMILY PLACE 120 Kenley Ave. open Tues., Wed., and Thurs. 11- 2. (Pre-natal) 11 -12 Moms help prepare and enjoy lunch together.

OTTER VALLEY FISH & GAME: Meetings 3rd Thursday of each month at noon in the Club House.

KOKANEE SUMMER SWIM CLUB: Lindsay: 250-295-0759


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STEEL BUILDINGS. “Spring sales with hot savings!� All steel building models and sizes are now on sale. Get your building deal while it’s hot. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

1 bedroom furnished suite for rent in down town Princeton, level access, including power & heat & satellite TV $550 per month. Need excellent References, D.D. Cat maybe?? Avail. Feb. 1st. Phone 604-4842783 and leave a message with the best time to call back.

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Children Daycare Centers LICENSED FAMILY DAYCARE Little League Day Care for children ages 1 to 12. Call to set up an interview. 23 Years experience 250-295-3493 Yvonne

Employment Business Opportunities HIGH CASH producing vending machines. $1.00 vend = .70 profit. All on location in your area. Selling due to illness. Call 1-866-668-6629 for details. HIP OR knee Replacement? Problems walking or getting dressed? The disability tax credit $1,500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on avg). For assistance call: 1844-453-5372.

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Merchandise for Sale

Garage Sales 1380 Old Hedley Road, Saturday April 11th, 8 - 4. Moving. Lots of household items & cactus. Also antique “paddock� pinball machine $700 firm, oak china cabinet $300 OBO. Both excellent condition. Call 250295-0487

Heavy Duty Machinery A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. 40’ containers as low as $2,200. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT forklift. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1866-528-7108 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

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Misc. Wanted Private Collector Looking to Buy Coin Collections, Silver, Antique Native Art, Estates + Chad: 250-499-0251 in town.

4 Bedroom, 2 bath, large shop. Double lot. 306 8th ave. East Princeton 250-295-6770 Modular Home in Pines Trailer Park, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, handicap accessible, carport and work shop, $100,000. For more information call 250-2957425 or 250-295-0368.

2 bedroom Apt., very clean and quiet, close to downtown, laundry facilities. $700 a month, heat & hot water included in rent. Phone 250295-3482 4 BEDROOM house, by the golf course. Wood stove. Large yard. Avail Now. $725/month. Discount of $20 for prompt rental payment. 1-509-477-9504 or 250-295-3536.

For Lease Commercial space for lease. 1500 square feet. 20ft ceilings, overhead door, small office. $850.00/month. Day time call 604-877-1599 & Night time call 604-298-1948. For Lease New 680 sq. ft. 1 bedroom suite in commercial building. Lots of parking & lots of storage. Washer & Dryer. 1 year lease. $750 month. Call 604877-1599(Day) & 604-2981948(Night) for any questions. Located at 600 Similkameen. HOUSES FOR RENT. Call Heather at 250-295-8025

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Modular Home in Pines Trailer Park 45A, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, W/D/DW/F/S, $70,000 OBO. For more information call 250295-7425 or 250-295-0368.

2 - 200 sqft office space available.. Call Heather 250295-8025

Homes Wanted

Suites, Lower

WANTED TO PURCHASE 2+ acres with residence within 10 km of Princeton. Price reflective of property value. Horse set up ideal, but not necessary. Judy 604-617-3470

Rentals

Private Entrance, non-furnished 2 bedroom - lite house keeping basement suite available. Has spacious kitchen and living area. Quiet non smoker required. No pets - references and damage deposit required. $650.00 per month. Phone 250-295-0028.

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Transportation

Apartments for rent in Princeton, available now. Level access in a quiet building. Need excellent references & D.D. No pets, can furnish if needed. Rents start at $500.00 month. Phone 1-250-295-1006 for details or leave a message with the best time to call back. 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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Scrap Car Removal FREE SCRAP CAR, EQUIPMENT & QUANTITY SCRAP METAL PICK UP. Cash for some. Or drop off at 256 Copper Mountain Road. Good Used Tires & Steel for sale. I also buy old car & truck batteries. Pick up available. Call Mooney at 250-295-5354

Trucks & Vans 1967 Dodge stock truck. Over $10,000 invested. Good running shape. Haul 7 horses, 15 calves. Must sell $3500 OBO. 250-295-7168

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

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Night Kitchen Manager Needed Must have experience. Top Wage plus two weeks paid vacation. Apply in person at the Brown Bridge Pub.

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STOREY,

SHARON SIGRID August 30, 1945 ~ March 28, 2015

On Saturday March 28, 2015, Ms. Sharon Sigrid Storey of Summerland passed away peacefully surrounded by family after a long illness at the Dr. Andrew Pavilion Extended Care Unit in Summerland at the age of 69 years. Sharon will be fondly remembered by her loving family including daughter Victoria Louise Souto (Tony); son David Fraser; granddaughter Brooke Fraser (Brandon Olson) and great-grandchildren Jaxon and Bentley Olson. Over the years Sharon worked as a vocational rehabilitation consultant. She enjoyed vacations in Costa Rica, Alaska and Mexico which was her favourite. Sharon also enjoyed quilting, painting and gardening. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at the Dr. Andrews Pavilion Extended Care for their kindness, compassion and wonderful care of Sharon. Donations are gratefully accepted for Diabetes Research, The BCSPCA or Covenant House. Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com Arrangements entrusted to Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium, Oliver & Osoyoos.

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Similkameen Spotlight Wednesday, April 8, 2015

NEWS

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The dental exam—more than a ‘checkup’ The foundation for good dental health until they have pain or swelling. Unlike other illnesses As with your overall health, prevention and early or diseases, dental disease is not reversible so catching detection are the cornerstones of good dental health. it early is critical to prevent ongoing problems or negaRegular brushing, flossing, good nutrition and not tive health impacts.” smoking all have a role to play in reducing the risk of By understanding what the dentist is looking for cavities, gum disease and other oral diseases. during an exam and Equally important is a regular dental “Unlike other illnesses or diseases, dental speaking with your dentist about your exam, even if you wear disease is not reversible so catching diagnosis you can make dentures, which can it early is critical to prevent ongoing informed decisions identify and diagnose problems or negative health impacts.” about your dental problems before they health needs. become more serious. Each patient is unique so the specific components “Dental disease often does not show symptoms of the dental examination will vary based on your until the disease has progressed,” said Dr. Bruce Ward, current oral and general health, lifestyle factors and spokesperson for the British Columbia Dental Associfrequency of professional dental cleanings. ation. “Patients are not aware that a problem exists

It is also important to understand that your dental insurance coverage is based on the plan purchased by your employer for all employees, which may or may not cover your unique oral health care needs. Review your plan and discuss this with your dentist so that you can understand your options and can make the best decision for your own health. During the dental examination your dentist will inspect a number of important areas and functions of your mouth to identify any early signs of dental disease and prevent small problems from becoming big ones. Your dentist may perform parts of the examination in partnership with other members of the dental team and will gather all the necessary information to make an informed diagnosis.

Your dentist may look at some or all of the following during your examination: ◾ Medical history including health conditions or medications that could impact dental care or treatment. ◾ X-rays are a valuable diagnostic tool that may be taken to see what’s going on below the surface of the teeth and gums. ◾ Oral hygiene to confirm plaque and tartar levels that affect gums and teeth. ◾ The gums will be examined for signs of disease such as redness, swelling or infection. ◾ Soft tissue health, including the lips, tongue, cheeks and upper and lower surfaces of the mouth for signs of oral cancer or sensitivity. ◾ The condition of teeth to identify any damaged or decayed teeth along with the condition of any dental prosthesis (e.g. dentures).

YOUR DENTAL EXAM IS MUCH MORE THAN A CHECKUP. Your dentist is trained to detect, diagnose and treat dental disease. Through regular dental exams, your dentist may also detect early signs of other health concerns such as diabetes and osteoporosis— even before you have other symptoms. Make regular dental exams part of your plan for good health.

To learn more talk to your dentist or visit yourdentalhealth.ca

◾ Existing dental work, such as fillings, root canals and crowns will also be inspected. ◾ Jaw function: how the teeth are fitting together and the bite. The overall health and function of the temporomandibular joint (joint that joins the jaw to the skull). ◾ The general condition of the bones in the face, jaw and around the mouth. ◾ The normal growth and development of baby and permanent teeth in children. Talk to your dentist if you have any questions about your dental exam, diagnosis or treatment options.


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ON NOW AT YOUR BC GMC DEALERS. BCGMCDealers.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the purchase or lease of a new or demonstrator 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab (1SA), or purchase of a new or demonstrator 2015 GMC Sierra Kodiak Edition and GMC Terrain FWD (3SA). Freight ($1,695/$1,650) and PDI included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA and dealer administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the BC GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. *$10,000 is a combined total credit on 2015 Sierra Kodiak addition consisting of a $4,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive), $1,000 Loyalty Cash (tax inclusive), a $2,155 manufacturer to dealer Option ‘Kodiak Edition’ Package Discount Credit (tax exclusive), $250 Kodiak Double Cab 2WD cash credit, and $2,095 manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive), which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and finance rates. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this $250 and $2,095 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model. ‡Lease based on a purchase price of $31,372/$34,357, (includes $4,500/$3,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit, a $1000 manufacturer to dealer Option Package Discount Credit and a $893 Loyalty Cash) for Sierra 1500 Double Cab 4WD (1SA/G80/B30)/ Sierra 1500 Crew Cab 4WD (1SA/G80/B30). Bi-weekly payment is $145/$155 for 24 months at 0.0% APR, on approved credit to qualified retail customers by GM Financial. Annual kilometer limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometer. $1,850 down payment is required. Payment may vary depending on down payment trade. Total obligation is $9,393/$9,930, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $21,979/$24,427. Price and total obligation exclude license, insurance, registration, taxes, dealer fees and optional equipment. Other lease options are available. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers. See your dealer for conditions and details. General Motors of Canada Limited reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. † Purchase price includes $670 Loyalty Cash and a cash credit of $4,200 and applies to new 2015 GMC Terrain SLE-1 FWD models at participating dealers in Canada. Purchase price of $24,995 excludes license, insurance, registration, dealer fees and taxes. Dealer may sell for less. Offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. GMCL may modify, extend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without notice. See dealer for details. ¥ Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer car that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2015 model year GMC SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between April 1, 2015 through April 30, 2015. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) and credit value depends on model purchased: $750 credit available on eligible GMC vehicles (except Canyon 2SA, Sierra Light Duty and Heavy Duty); $1,000 credit available on all GMC Sierras. Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any Pontiac/Saturn/SAAB/Hummer/Oldsmobile model year 1999 or newer car or Chevrolet Cobalt or HHR that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customer’s name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit valid towards the retail purchase or lease of one eligible 2015 model year GMC SUV, crossover and pickups models delivered in Canada between April 1, 2015 through April 30, 2015. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive): $1,500 credit available on eligible GMC vehicles (except Canyon 2SA). Offer is transferable to a family member living within the same household (proof of address required). As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and contact General Motors of Canada Limited (GMCL) to verify eligibility. This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives. Certain limitations or conditions apply. Void where prohibited. See your GMCL dealer for details. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate offers for any reason in whole or in part at any time without prior notice.. <>The 2014 GMC Terrain received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among compact SUVs in the proprietary J.D. Power 2014 Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 86,118 new-vehicle owners, measuring 239 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2014. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. *†U.S. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov).

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