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A manhunt that tore through the South Okanagan came to a dramatic conclusion in a Cawston orchard.

After two days of police and emergency response teams scouring Oliver and the South Okanagan countryside, at 10:40 a.m. on July 23 Ronald Arthur Teneycke was located and taken into custody.

Orchard worker Bryan Dyck said RCMP t-boned a truck he believes Teneycke was in and the suspect took off running. Walking in a row in the orchard with pruners in his hands, Dyck said he was told by police to get out of the area. Dyck saw RCMP helicopters coming down to land when he heard gunshots. “(An officer) told me I better get out of there. Here I am with pruning shears in my hands and he’s telling me to get out of there and I’m hearing shots,” Dyck said. “I’d say I was about 20 feet from them. I’m not sure who was shooting at who.”

RCMP confirmed no one was injured in the arrest.

On Thursday morning n RCMP officer involved in the search spotted the vehicle near Cawston that looked like the one Teneycke had allegedly stolen Wednesday near Oliver.

The officer approached and identified Teneycke alone in the vehicle and Teneycke attempted to flee heading toward Fairview-Cawston

AN ARMED RCMP officer stands behind a police cruiser on Highway 97 during the extensive manhunt for Ronald Arthur Teneycke who was eventually located in an orchard near Keremeos the morning of July 23 and taken into custody. A section of road was closed as police converged on the scene.

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lawn mower and I couldn’t hear the helicopters. I did know he was in the area so I asked one of the guys just to check the garden shed for me.

I was scared he might be in there,” she said.

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Sally Taylor, the orchard owner was at home and a short distance away at the time of the arrest.

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from his job at the packing house nearby and told her to get in the house and lock the doors because Teneycke was in the area. SHe’s lived in the area for more than 35 years.

“I don’t remember anything like this happening here

before. It’s pretty crazy for little old Cawston,” Taylor said.

RCMP issued a warning Wednesday that Teneycke was considered armed and extremely dangerous and was in the Oliver area. The South East District Emergency Re-

sponse team, as well as police from multiple detachments, including Penticton, were seen in Oliver where police had located a vehicle they believed Teneycke to be driving.

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A piece of Second World War aviation history should be winging her way into Penticton sometime around midday Monday, July 27.

Appropriately named Sentimental Journey, the B-17G bomber is scheduled to be flying the friendly skies over Penticton with paid flights for the public through Aug. 2.

Believed to be one of only five or six such aircraft in the world still in the air, the plane is on a western swing as part of the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) international tour.

Based in Mesa, Ariz. this is the second time the CAF has brought one of their unique warbirds to the Peach City.

Like the 2014 visit of the CAF B-25J bomber, Maid in the Shade, this year’s visit is organized by the Penticton Flying Club.

“We only had good comments last year, the whole thing was very positive and the response from the public was excellent,” said club vice president Ed Festel. “It was very successful. We’re kind of part of their schedule now and the flights for people are a once-in-a lifetime opportunity.”

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“flying fortress” shortly after they began rolling off the assembly line in 1935 at the Boeing plant in Seattle, Wa. During the Second World War the aircraft flew in both the European and Asian theatres.

While in Penticton, each day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. the public will have an opportunity to tour the aircraft, talk with the volunteer crew who fly it and go for a ride.

The CAF got involved in aircraft restoration to preserve in fly-

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Sentimental Journey is just one of the planes which make up what is called the CAF Ghost Squadron.

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Teneycke arrested in Cawston orchard From RCMP on PG. 1 Around 11:30 a.m. Wednesday Oliver RCMP learned that an individual picked up what they thought was a hitchhiker on Baldy Mountain Forest Service Road. Police said the individual allegedly assaulted the driver with a weapon and stole the owner’s GMC pick-up with Okanagan Rustic Furniture written across the back window.

Police are now saying it was Teneycke who stole the vehicle, though there have yet to be charges laid.

On July 16, Oliver RCMP attended to a complaint of an armed robbery in the 6400 block of Park Drive. An unknown man entered the store and produced a weapon. From the description provided, police said they believe it to be similar to that of Teneycke.

Earlier in July, a warrant was put out for Teneycke’s arrest after he failed to show up for his intermittent (weekends only) jail sentence after pleading with the court to extend the start date because of health related issues. Teneycke had pleaded guilty to his most recent charges of making or possessing explosives and possessing a weapon contrary to a court order earlier this year.

Teneycke spent 12 years in federal prison, most of those related to being found guilty of a sexual assault with a weapon on a 17-year-old female.

Since his release in 2007, Teneycke has returned to jail several times for breaches of probation and in 2013 was found guilty of possession of methamphetamine.

Teneycke was transported to a neighboring detachment on Thursday and faces a court date Friday.

— With files from Dale Boyd/Penticton Western News

RCMP offiCeRs (above) scouring the scene near Cawston where they apprehended Ronald Teneycke after a manhunt in the south okanagan. Teneycke (above left) was wanted on warrants after not showing up to his jail sentence which was to be served on weekends.

Photos courtesy of Tara Bowie/Black Press and Penticton RCMP

Opposition to Skaha development said they won’t slide away Steve Kidd

Western News Staff

Opposition to leasing public land in Skaha Lake Park isn’t going away just because Penticton city council announced they weren’t going to revisit the issue.

Cliff Martin, who already has some 1,200 signatures on a petition against the lease, said he is continuing to collect signatures, adding there is talk among the opposition of taking legal action against the city.

On June 29, at a special meeting, city council green lighted a deal with Trio Marine Group, who plan to expand the current marina, build a restaurant and eventually a water slide complex on what is now green space in Skaha Lake Park.

Martin said he wasn’t surprised when Mayor Andrew Jakubeit announced that he wouldn’t be using his mayor’s privilege to return Trio Marine’s project to the city council agenda.

“I didn’t think he was going to budge,” said Martin, who plans to have another petition-signing event on July 25 at 4 p.m., near the splash pad in Skaha Lake Park.

“I want everyone to keep on signing, because when it comes to a court case, the more signatures I have the better,” said Mar-

tin, who collected 700 signatures at a rally in front of City Hall on July 20.

Looking back in the collection at the Penticton Museum and Archives, it’s clear this is not the first time development in a park has been considered and opposed by the community. A petition from 1980 has signatures from 4,270 people who “object to the desecration of Okanagan beaches for commercial development.”

And Vancouver developer Mel Reeves once wanted to build a cabana-type development on the Skaha Lake beach as an extension to a five-star resort he planned to build on the site of the old waterslides, which closed in 2007.

The beachfront clubhouse would have been for the exclusive use of people staying at the resort, but public opposition shut that idea down even before Reeves’ project went bankrupt.

The current waterslide plan, however, has very vocal advocates on both sides.

Jason Cox, president of the Penticton and Wine Country Chamber of Commerce, said the chamber would not be in favour of a referendum that the opponents of the development plan are requesting.

“You elect officials to make decisions.

You don’t then make them take every deci-

sion out for referendum, or what is the point of having elections?” said Cox, who added the chamber’s official stance is to support the development of the Skaha Marina area, after canvassing their membership.

“This isn’t about water slides as a standalone issue. It’s a multi-million dollar upgrade to the marina,” said Cox, noting that the plan includes multiple streams of revenue, including expanding and upgrading the current marina.

“All of these streams of revenue will a) increase its likelihood of succeeding and b) make it a more vibrant corner of the lakeshore,” said Cox. Former mayor Garry Litke said he wanted to be at the Monday rally, but was unable to attend. Litke said that when he left office last year, they were discussing a three-phase development. The marina upgrades and the restaurant were on the table, but the water slide complex was still under discussion.

He said there are many examples of private business operating on public land, including the South Okanagan Events Centre and LocoLanding.

Litke said it can be a grey area whether these private enterprises are public or private amenities. Some, he said, can be considered a public amenity, operating for the good of

the public and the community.

“It is when that amenity becomes exclusive, where the public can’t access it, that it becomes a little harder to decide,” said Litke.

“There are lots of examples of those kind of partnerships where private interests are involved, but it provides a public benefit.”

“It was really interesting to see how much interest this has generated in the community,” said Litke, noting that he had never seen that many people out for a rally before.

“That is probably a positive factor. The more people get involved, the more responsible the decision making will be on council,” said Litke. “I think what is involved here is a fundamental principle. Who owns that land, and who gets to decide what is done with that land?

“Generally speaking, people believe that is their land and they should get to decide what is going to be done with it.”

Litke also suggests the public hasn’t had the same time to consider the project as the councillors, who have been thinking about the pros and cons for some time.

“Then, when they go to the electorate, they expect them to fast forward to that same place they have come to after maybe several months of information and education,” said Litke.

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Bow and arrow revisited Steve Kidd

Western News Staff

Bow and arrow enthusiasts are close to being able to practise their sport inside Penticton city limits.

Penticton city council gave unanimous support Monday to bylaw changes separating bows and arrows from firearms, updating a 1988 bylaw that lumped draw bows in with not only crossbows, but rifles, air pistols and other guns.

The new bylaw, which will be coming back at the Aug. 4 council meeting for final adoption, allows the use of draw bows for the sport of archery under certain conditions, either in a designated facility or in an area set up to recognized safety standards.

Jules Hall, director of development services, told council that staff had reviewed policies in neighbouring communities and those of the B.C. Archery association and Archery Canada.

“It becomes clear that the use of draw bows and

toxic and will leave no residue. Although the smoke is harmless, some may find it irritating to breathe, so just open windows and doors until the smoke disappears. For locations please visit the City of Penticton website at www.penticton.ca ‘Latest News’.

For more information call 250-490-2500. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your cooperation.

Public hearing notice

A Public Hearing will be held at 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at Penticton City Hall, 171 Main Street, Penticton, B.C. to consider the following proposed Save water – reduce your use by 30% amendments to Official Community Plan 2015 at Penticton City2002-20 Hall, 171 Main Street, ld at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, Due to August the very4,dry conditions, the Bylaw and Zoning Bylaw 2011-23: Government of B.C. has announced a Level the following proposed amendments to Official Community Plan Bylaw 2002-20 3 drought rating for the South Okanagan – 3388 Skaha Lake Road, Penticton, which has the potential for serious impacts B.C. (Lot B, District Lot 116, Similkameen to the ecosystem and community.

Division Yale District, Plan EPP43254). The are asked reduce their water amendments enticton, B.C. (LotResidents B, District Lot to 116, Similkameen Division Yale District, Plan are related to the area labelled use by 30%: 1” in Figure 1 below. nts are related to the area labelled “Proposed Lot 1” in “Proposed Figure 1Lot below.

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may be affected by the proposed amendments may appear in person, by petition or and Submissions will be received no later than 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 4,

the sport of archery stands somewhat separately to other firearms and crossbows,” he said.

Kelowna doesn’t deal with bows under their firearms bylaw but does have an exemption under their parks and open spaces bylaw, while Vernon allows it for those involved in archery competitions meeting the standards of the Federation of Canadian Archers.

The idea of easing restriction on draw bows was brought before council at their April 20 meeting, when a delegation, led by Rick Hamilton, made the case that draw bows have less risk associated with them than crossbows or other firearms and are a safe recreational activity in a closed environment.

It was also brought up that the current bylaw, would require individual archers competing at the upcoming 2016 B.C. Winter Games in Penticton to each apply for an exemption permit.

The new bylaw continues to prohibit the use of crossbows within the City of Penticton.

Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 2015-42 to amend OCP Bylaw 2002-20: 1) ‘Schedule B: Future Land Use’ to change the OCP designation from TC (Tourist Commercial) to HR (High Density Residential), and 2) ‘Schedule H: Development Permit Area Map’ to remove it from the General Tourist Commercial Development Permit Area and include it in the High Density Residential Development Permit Area Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2015-43 to amend Zoning Bylaw 2011-23: 1) Add a new zone ‘14.5 CD5-Comprehensive Development (3388 Skaha Lake Road)’ and 2) Rezone from CT3 (Hotel Resort) to CD5Comprehensive Development (3388 Skaha Lake Road).

The applicant is proposing to construct three residential towers on ‘Proposed Lot 1’ in three phases: Phase I-14 storeys, Phase II12 storeys and Phase III-14 storeys.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2015-39 • Add the use ‘cluster housing’ as a permitted use in the RM2 zone, and • Include the following definition for ‘cluster housing’ in the definitions section (Section 4.2) of Zoning Bylaw 2011-23: CLUSTER HOUSING means a grouping of three or more attached or detached dwelling units on a single parcel with common amenity areas.

Any person whose interest may be affected by the proposed amendments may appear in person, by petition or by attorney. Delegations and Submissions will be received no later than 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 4, 2015 to Attention: Corporate Officer, City of Penticton, 171 Main Street, Penticton, B.C. V2A 5A9; Email: publichearings@penticton.ca. No letter, report or representation from the

public will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Please note that all submissions are a matter of public record. Those persons with special hearing, language or access needs should contact City Hall at 250-490-2400 prior to the meeting.

The above mentioned bylaw and supporting information will be available for public inspection up to and including Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at the following locations during hours of operation: Development Services and Corporate Administration (City Hall,171 Main St.), Penticton Public Library (785 Main Street) and the Penticton Community Centre (325 Power St.); or online at www.penticton.ca/publicnotice.

PUBLIC NOTICE: Main Street closure at Carmi Avenue To allow construction of necessary underground work, Main Street will be closed to traffic on Tuesday, July 28, between Carmi Avenue and Granby Street.

Driver info: This will include all lanes of traffic in both directions. Traffic will be detoured around this section of Main Street via Duncan and Industrial, connecting to Government Street and Atkinson Avenue.

It is better for drivers to avoid the area if possible. Businesses in the area should look for signage regarding local traffic.

This is part of the significant upgrade to the water and sewer systems along Carmi Avenue to support the proposed expansion of Penticton Regional Hospital with construction of the Patient Care Tower.

For updates, visit www.penticton.ca. If you require additional info, contact 250-4902500. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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The city’s decision to review the idea of erecting a BMX park at 630 Munson Mountain Rd. is again being met with opposition.

“We’d be interested in farming this land, but right now it doesn’t seem as if that’s even being considered,” said Tony Holler, a neighbouring farmer of the property. Hollar’s comments were made as part of a press conference at the site on July 23, where he was joined by other neighbours opposed to the BMX park.

Mayor Andrew Jakubeit said no formal proposal for farming has been submitted, but the city would consider it.

“We had a vacant, empty piece of land that we wanted to get some community benefit and utilization out of, and we’re still open to whatever makes sense.”

To allow for the development of a park, the city applied to the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) in April asking to have the site removed from the Agricultural Land Reserve.

The response was a no, claiming insufficient information. In response, the city hired a private agrologist to analyze the soil to see what it would be good for.

The test showed that only 3.25 acres of the 10 acre property are arable, and that space is scattered around the property and would require additional investment for agricultural use.

“The agrologist report doesn’t paint a favourable picture (for agricultural use),” Jakubeit said, citing a $400,000 estimate to restore the top two

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Neighbours of 630 Munson Mountain rd., many of them farmers, are fighting to keep the property included in the Agircultural Land reserve, as the city applies to exempt the property from the registry to allow for the addition of a bMX park.

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feet of soil.

“They took multiple samples at multiple depths to evaluate the quality of the soil and commented on what it would take to bring it up to farming standards, and also of what the impact a bike track would have on the neighbouring agricultural uses, and what the neighbouring agricultural uses might have on a proposed BMX track.”

Hollar believes the city should make the investment to restore the land.

“It’s not like a dump of chemicals — the only egregious material is pavement,” he said.

And despite the agrologist’s report’s bleak outlook of the soil quality, Hollar said those conditions are prevalent throughout Okanagan farms, yet agricultural producers still

manage to prosper.

“All the soil seems terrible, but farmers still manage to grow great crops,” he said.

He said while the 10-acre property is relatively small for agricultural use, the decision to develop it into a BMX park continues to erode Penticton’s agri-tourism allure.

“This is the thin end of the wedge,” he said. “There is no regard for farmland or parkland (in Penticton). If we want to be like Kelowna then carry on.”

Hollar said Jakubeit seems to be against parks, “and in general he’s just all for development.”

Jakubeit is asking the farmers to pitch their proposal formally.

“If a farmer is truly interested in that piece of property to lease, and they want to do their

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A portion of Main Street will be closed next week as part of ongoing underground infrastructure improvements.

Main will be closed to traffic on July 28 between Carmi Avenue and Granby Street, with work beginning at 4 a.m. and likely to last all day. This is part of the significant upgrade to the water and sewer systems along Carmi Avenue to support the proposed expansion of Penticton

own soil report, they certainly can get permission from us to go on site and conduct those.”

The BMX park will only take up 20 to 30 per cent of the property, and Jakubeit said that a compromise can likely be reached.

“We still could have other use such as gardening or something agricultural – council is open to that.”

Regardless of the outcome at 630 Munson Mountain Rd., Jakubeit also said it’s important to help Penticton BMX, which is limited in its operations because of the size of its existing track.

“We want to complement the outstanding mountain biking we have in the area and help the cycling precinct concept that we’re trying to nurture and grow.”

Regional Hospital. All lanes of traffic, in both directions, will be closed. Traffic will be detoured around the closed section of Main via Duncan and Industrial, connecting to Government Street and Atkinson Avenue.

While the City of Penticton is working with businesses in the affected area to minimize disruption, they are recommending drivers avoid the area if possible. For updates, people can visit www.penticton.ca. Those who require more information can contact 250-490-2500.

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Teneycke example of a failing system The question needs to be asked why Ronald Arthur Teneycke was allowed on the street in the first place.

Ronald Teneycke’s story is a sad one. Sad for him, and far more sad for those that crossed his path.

Over the years, Teneycke, an untreated sex offender, has bounced in and out of jail, serving time for a variety of crimes. Most recently, he pleaded guilty to making or possessing explosives and possessing a weapon contrary to a court order and was sentenced to 90 days in jail intermittently on weekends, which he defaulted on earlier this month.

This led to the RCMP manhunt for the prolific offender, who was considered armed and dangerous.

This isn’t argument about getting tough on crime, or needing longer sentences. What we have here is an individual that the judicial system failed.

Teneycke’s record makes it clear he was unable to fit into society. But our system kept putting him back on the street, even as his behaviour got more and more erratic.

Despite designating Teneycke a prolific offender in 2013, little changed. He still continued to make regular appearances in court, breaching his probation conditions or being charged with new crimes.

You can look at it from two directions, either the courts needed to do a better job of protecting society from a dangerous man like Teneycke, or they needed to do a better job of getting him help, whether he wanted it or not.

PENTICTON WESTERN The situation we face today was inevitable.

Sadly, Teneycke is now endangering lives, both of the public and of the RCMP who conducted the search for him.

Now that Teneycke has been captured, we hope the courts see fit to ensure that he never be in a position to threaten this, or any, community ever again.

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Fear and loathing in Penticton The economy melts in Greece, battles over racial inequality reach heated peaks in the U.S., people fight and die for their homes, families, human rights and beliefs in Syria and the Middle East, but no, please tell me more about the waterslides.

The evil, twisted plastic tubes are coming to suck up trees and spit out black tar all over the beach, or are they going to float in on golden wings and shoot out laughing children, candy and money?

Neither are true, but you wouldn’t know it looking at city hall Monday. Hundreds, maybe even a good thousand, people descended on downtown Penticton, not to participate in the democratic process, but to participate in a Simpsons-esque and cartoonish display.

The RCMP were called in because fair and equal discourse flew out the window in what some thought was a big stand, but was really more of an embarrassing shouting match for both sides. I thought I had moved to Penticton, not Springfield to join Homer, Mr. Burns, Mayor Quimby and the gang, but hey, even Springfield allowed a monorail development after a nice song and dance.

Signs detracting the proposed Munson Mountain BMX park, knocking down council, standing up for green space and saying “yes” to watersides but

Dale Boyd Ramble On “no” to being built on Skaha Lake Park were all symbolic of the jumbled mess that has been deemed a “protest.”

I’m not detracting from the right to express your distaste with council, or whatever you may please, on any issue, but there is a way to do things that doesn’t make your cause become a caricature of itself. It’s called basic human decency.

Barbed words have been exchanged both in person and especially online. These are no longer just dismissive of opinions, but of the people expressing the opinions. Personal attacks, misinformation and straight-up lies have made for some pretty hilarious conspiracy theories as to what’s really happening with the waterslides.

We the media have been accused of bias from both sides on

the issue, which leads me to believe we’re doing our job.

The issue isn’t the waterslide, it isn’t Munson Mountain’s viability to grow crops, there’s something else going on here, or people have too much time on their hands. You might say I’m being dismissive of people, or of council giving up green space like Brazil for the World Cup, but I’m hoping to offer some perspective.

Council may have pushed the development through too quickly, but I’m not here to write about which side is right because at the end of the day, if this is how contentious issues get handled in this community, then you’re all wrong.

I’m fairly new to Penticton and the Okanagan and as an outsider I haven’t seen anything quite like it. The phrase “Not In My Backyard” (or NIMBY) has become part of my daily lexicon, I had never heard it prior to moving here.

There are no lives on the line here, there are no human rights being stomped on and, despite some creative narratives, council is not donning black robes and consulting the blood gods to bring the evil waterslides to town or using the souls of orphan children to build hotels.

So why does it seem like every development or contentious issue in Penticton is one molotov cocktail away from becoming the Arab Spring?

If people really think that Penticton parkland is going to get sold off and turned into a desert, I’d ask them to take off the horse blinders and look around.

Better yet, take a vacation in my hometown, shoved between an oil patch and a military base in Alberta. If you really want to get a handle on things, check out a slum in New Delhi where 65 million people manage to make lives in extreme poverty and would laugh at our “protest” over waterslides.

The world and this generation has some heavy issues to tackle with no easy answers, and this isn’t one of them.

What is real in this cacophony is how we all feel when somebody hiding behind the anonymity of the internet makes things personal, or do it in real life.

What occurred at city hall looked like the physical realization of an online comments section. Vicious, confusing, loud and, more often than not, factually incorrect.

It shouldn’t come down to me, new in town and young to boot, to tell some of these folks to grow up.

A rendition of This Land is Your Land broke out at the council meeting, but I’m suggesting Why Can’t We Be Friends? instead.

Dale Boyd is a reporter with the Penticton Western News.

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letters Deja vu development all over again I was wondering how long it would be before someone reminded us about the fierce battle 15 years ago to save Okanagan Lake Park from developers.

I was delighted to see that when it came it was from Ben Amos, husband of the late Sharon Amos, spokesperson for the Protect Our Parkland group.

For those who may have forgotten or were not in town at the time, a quick recap. A local developer, with the support of the then mayor and several members of his council were determined to build a waterfront hotel complex on Okana-

Think long and hard about what is being proposed ... gan Lake Park. This turned into a long, bitter and divisive fight between Protect Our Parkland and its supporters, and the hotel proponents.

It finally ended in the Supreme Court of B.C. where

Will history repeat itself?

Approximately 11 years ago, a consortium of developers wanted to build a cabana at Skaha Park.

The outcry was so huge against the loss of public park land that special meeting was held at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre. Over 300 people attended, standing room only. The mayor of the day, David Perry and council cut the project. They listened to the citizens of Penticton because they respected the democratic voice.

Now, here we are again and yet another consortium wishes to develop Skaha Park.

They want to build a waterslide, take a quarter of our public park and erect a chain link fence and if you cannot pay you cannot get in.

In the late 1990s, Skaha Park was rezoned and the city has been prudently and progressively, purchasing the houses on Elm Avenue. My mother lived on Elm for over 32 years, her house was expropriated by the city and she was assured that one day her property would be part of the park land in perpetuity. By the time the city purchases the fourth house on Elm they will have spent close to $4 million to accumulate more park land — wonderful — only to lease it to a developer for a few months of the year — ludicrous.

Remember the park has been paid for by our tax dollars and belongs to everyone.

If we allow 25 per cent of Skaha Park to be turned into a for-profit venture, it will be gone forever. The detrimental impact to the remaining 75 per cent will decimate the unique ambiance and beauty of the park and we will never see it again as it stands today.

I wish to respectfully remind mayor and council that under the community charter, section 7 municipal purposes, the purposes of a municipality include providing for good government of its community, providing services, laws and other matters for community benefit, providing for stewardship of the public assets of its community and fostering the economic, social and environmental well being of its community.

Referendum or recall?

Carolae Donoghue Penticton

Tourist says leave the park

On a recent visit to Penticton my wife and I spent some time enjoying the beautiful setting and the friendly ambience of Skaha Lake Park.

common sense prevailed. The park was saved for the future enjoyment of all.

To the thousands enjoying all the wonderful events taking place in Okanagan Lake Park I would ask you to pause for a moment and remember the tireless and time consuming effort put in by Sharon, the Protect Our Parkland volunteer group and all the supporters of the campaign which saved the park for the benefit and year-round use of us all.

Think long and hard about what is being proposed for the Skaha Park land and the remaining green space around

We were dismayed to read of the possibility that a proposal for commercial development is under consideration near the marina within the park.

Since we now live in Pemberton, I rely on the details provided in the Penticton Western News and our opinions are derived from a strong set of family roots in the Skaha Lake area and frequent visitations as a tourist. We agree whole heartily with the comments opposing the proposed development. Our swims and evening walks in the park were wonderful and we applaud the planning that has led to the quality of park standard that you have today.

We believe that the present level of recreational amenities fit well within the semi-natural setting and further development would harm the quality of the park ambience.

Skaha Lake Park is a gem of an oasis.

We hope it will remain so.

Hugh and Jan Naylor Pemberton

Irresponsible decision

It has been said that immortality can be achieved through the commitment of a spectacular error.

Penticton City Council’s irresponsible decision to proceed with the commercial water park development in Skaha Lake Park ensures that they will enjoy this dubious distinction for many years to come.

What has happened to the candidates I voted for after they assured us that they would “move Penticton forward” in a thoughtful, responsible manner, keeping the interests of the entire community in mind? Sure looks like they sold out to the “development no matter the cost” lobby.

Their pro-business/corporate arrogance is shameful and insulting.

May they enjoy their well-deserved infamy long after they are thrown out of office.

Allan Markin Penticton

Change your ways or resign

The present mayor and council of Penticton should resign for failing to be transparent as well as for the various scandals that have already spoiled the air in this region.

Trio’s offer should be rejected and they should be sent packing, especially if they do not operate in Penticton or the immediate area. The biggest reason for sending them packing is that they seem to be bring-

the SOEC. Take heart in the knowledge that the arrogance and lack of respect for public input currently being demonstrated at city hall can and must be challenged.

Commercial development should not take place on public parkland. There is an adequate supply of suitable alternative land available. In the interests of all current and future residents of our beautiful city, let’s stop this nonsense now.

A referendum is the only way to truly determine the public’s wishes.

C. Brian Bullock Penticton

ing us a corporate “welfare scheme” under the guise of a tourist attraction.

A water slide operation will hardly bring long term or beneficial jobs to this area, regardless of the greed of those who are only thinking of how they’d benefit from having a water slide to enjoy and not thinking of the repercussions of allowing a commercial enterprise to take over significant parts of the park even if elements of the present park are preserved and moved somewhere else.

Park land is not unlimited. A water slide would also strain the water resources in a time when we often suffer droughts or lack of rain. How is it being smart to consider such a short sighted operation — open for x-months out of the year and using far too much of local water resources?

I hope that the present council and mayor will change their ways or resign and that the election in the future will see accountable and honorable officials being elected in place of the current bunch of less than honorable individuals.

Patrick Longworth Okanagan Falls

The real question

To waterslide or not to waterslide is not the question.

To divide, lease, and lose land that is public to any private enterprise is the question.

To change what many people and dollars have wisely spent to make a beautiful and diverse park into something else (no matter how well designed) makes no sense.

Change does not necessarily mean it is progress. It is often regress until people do a full circle and come around again.

All the best to Trio Marine Group and any others that would like to set up an adventure playground-in any of the many available spaces, which are not public property. It would be much more profitable on the Penticton Indian Band land which is more than willing, I understand.

Hannah Hyland Penticton

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A selection of comments on Penticton Western News stories found online:

On City hall rally fails to sway council:

“Thank god Penticton’s starting to shape up a bit! ‘Bout time a council brings some positive change to a senior favouring community.”

— posted by Jaclyn Pickerill

“Andrew Jakubeit is finally doing something for the young people of this town, it’s about damn time that someone realizes this town needs more things for the youth and young families.”

— posted by Olivia Bravi

“Why are people so opposed to tourist dollars? This will be great for the community and gives families something to do as well as some of us “old” people. I’m 40 and I support the waterpark. Did everyone forget there used to be waterslides here? We need more things like this to bring more tourists - wineries can only go so far.”

— posted by Lisa Laflamme

“I am happy to see people engaged,but how about caring about something that really matters like low income housing, and encouraging business to come here and create jobs. Folks, the proposal is a giant risk for the company that wants to invest in our city. It is leased land, so if the city is not happy they can be turfed. Have a little vision and look at this from the other side for a bit. Don’t be afraid of change,be careful but not afraid.”

— posted by Butch Burns

“This city needs something to keep young families here ... we need some motivation to stay here and raise our families”

— posted by Jen Waterman

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Rally is just the beginning

According to Mayor Jakubeit he consulted with the other councilors and they have reached a unanimous decision to proceed with Trio’s proposal. Quote: “Council was united in their support to continue forward with the Trio Marine Group.”

When did this decision take place? When was this meeting held? Was this at another secret council meeting or was it a secret phone call instead?

The mayor has been on city council since the civic election in 2008; yet apparently he still does not understand that the purpose of council rooms at city hall is to have public meetings and make decisions in public.

If the mayor wished the advice of council on whether to proceed with this matter after the rally at city hall he should have called a special council meeting or he should have placed it on the agenda of the next council meeting and held the discussion and the vote to move forward on this proposal in public.

Cliff Martin and his group will be having a meeting to decide where to carry this referendum from here. I shall be attending that meeting.

Cliff and his group have a mandate; 1,400 people signed this call for a referendum on commercial development in public parks.

I shall be recommending to this group that two petitions go forward: a petition for a referendum on commercial development in public parks and a separate petition to the provincial government recall to this council and have a new election independent of city hall influence.

There is not enough public consultation in Penticton and that which is held is insufficient to the public good. We do not live in a dictatorship yet.

Take heart people of Penticton. And remember this idiom: “It ain’t over til it’s over.”

We should never assume an event is at an end and not irreversible. We still live in a democracy.

This has just begun.

Elvena Slump Penticton

Who is in charge?

Somehow, I had little confidence the mayor would change his mind.

I have found over the years extremely arrogant people have difficulty processing what is right or wrong. Is our mayor one of these types? You decide.

I was hoping for a referendum so that I could go media silent, as I really prefer a more private life without all the media attention. Question is does the mayor think we

What does it mean when the police have to be called in to evict citizens from a city council meeting?

Were chambers filled with unruly thugs holding cans of spray paint or rocks?

Hooligans perhaps, or were they occupied by 120 average citizens, of all ages, who were either opposed to, or in favour of, annexing a large section of Skaha Lake Park to build a tourist attraction.

Is this an example of elected officials listening to the people who put their trust in them? People who thought that they would be the best choice as our guardians of the public good.

In light of Tuesday’s deliberations, where mayor and council unanimously decided to proceed with their previous decision to an-

have given up? For the sake of democracy, more than the park issue, I cannot, nor should anyone in Penticton. This should make us more determined to make this right. We own city parks. We have the right to these parks.

We should also be united as residents of Penticton against bad decisions at city hall.

People power is what it is called.

The petitions shall continue. We will have a petition signing this Saturday, July 24 at Skaha Park. Anyone wanting to volunteer to assist please attend.

Who is really in charge at city hall? Is it the chamber of commerce? If so, are the mayor and council merely puppets to the chamber?

This is not sarcasm, but a valid question.

Just how much does the chamber of commerce influence decisions at city hall? Who is responsible for orchestrating this Skaha/ Trio lease? Donald Trump has something to tell you.

Clifford Martin Penticton

Response to an outside point of view

Recently Ms. Girard (North Vancouver) wrote a letter to the editor on the water park development and the need for some (Penticton Western News, July 17, To those opposed to Skaha development).

It seemed easy for her to say that the water park is a needed venue to promote tourism and facilitate local families and their children. She stresses the need for this venue and how local and tourist interests might be better served. I applaud her for following developments and reading about same.

It would seem to appear some people, along with the city, appear to be somewhat myopic in vision here as well. The real point is that no one is completely and totally against the water park, they are against the proposed land used for same. The controversy has been of park land utilization, not of what’s being proposed.

Ms. Girard heralds and trumpets the benefits of the Trio development and its benevolent attitude toward the city. This is easy to do when you are not a registered voter or taxpayer in the city. She has no idea of the “land use boondoggles” that ghost the city recently, I suspect.

It is relatively easy to stand on a mountain top far away and conclude that all is well in Camelot when you only visit Camelot on occasion. Ms. Girard needs “to walk a mile in the local electorate and taxpayer’s shoes to get a real dose of reality.” Visitors should also remember the old adages you can’t judge a book by its cover, or, you can’t judge how far a frog will jump just by looking at it.

nex a large portion of Skaha Lake Park to make way for a commercial waterslide development, the lyrics, ‘Is anybody out there?’ or ‘Can anybody hear me?’ would have been much more appropriate at the beginning of last Monday’s city council meeting. ‘This land is my land?’ now seems to be a pipe dream, and the term ‘lease’ in this case is just semantics.

Gone is gone, and many of those opposed will be dead before the lease expires.

Are we going to have to endure two years of public unrest?

Will there be people picketing the waterslide during its construction, or perhaps on the day it opens?

Will the police have to be called in to evict protesters?

I applaud Ms. Girard and her statement of support for Trio and the city. Freedom of the press is guaranteed in Canada, as we all know. Opinions, good, bad or indifferent are not hard to make on issues that affect us. As a taxpayer, I find it somewhat ludicrous that outsiders weigh into a local issue and expect that the rest of us should buy into what is said as well.

I say, to visitors, welcome to Penticton (should you choose to relocate here). When and if that happens, I encourage you to get a mitt and get into the game! You might really find out “Who’s on first!”

Ron Barillaro Penticton

Shaking my head

I would agree a park is many things and a waterslide business back in Penticton would be terrific.

I also agree that while doing something is hard, doing something well and smart without costing the public hundreds of thousands of dollars is even harder.

We negative people, who apparently hate kids and business, ranted long and hard to try to save our city budget. It’s your money too!

Let’s look at the Okanagan Lake Park improvements and the new walkway. Was it a negative rant or a democratic input of ideas to come to a compromise?

I notice the hockey dorm agreement that cost many tens of thousands, plus gravel to bury it, isn’t mentioned anymore. The South Okanagan Events Centre cost taxpayers millions, for non service, because a less than brilliant business contract was signed by the city.

The city says it can’t afford land for parks at today’s prices so they plan to dig up a park and use the revenue money to buy parkland at tomorrow’s prices. I personally owned a home in Coquitlam 40 years ago, I can’t afford to buy that same house today.

I am giving my head a shake, in total disbelief. How will a three month operation, per year, pay it’s own debt loan, liability insurance, etc. and cure Penticton’s lack of full time, good paying jobs?

I am happy to be called a naysayer trying to make council re-think, re-consider and generally do a better, smarter job with public funds and land.

Lynn Crassweller Penticton

Keeping us in the dark

I am not against a waterslide park. I am against where it is going.

I do not recall any public discussion on this issue. It was just announced by city

Will they be forced to use pepper spray? Perhaps a water cannon for crowd control should be included in the plans, just in case.

I do not understand why such an important and divisive issue is not worth the $30,000 it would cost to hold a referendum. Council has spent more than that on a street party.

Let the people who own the park decide its fate and put this issue to rest. If the so called ‘silent majority’ is in favour of this project, then a referendum should prove that.

What is council afraid of? Why are they so determined to ram this through without the input and approval of the people of Penticton?

David Korinetz Penticton

council that there was going to be a waterslide park put in by Trio Marine Group and that was the first anyone had heard about it.

I just cannot wrap my head around the ploy of getting paid by Trio Marine Group for said park to then have this council buy other park land and/or do more work in and around the Lakeshore area. That area should remain as is.

It is unfortunate that some folks against the water park attended the city hall meeting and became somewhat passionate in their feelings leading me to believe that this angered the council then giving them the reason to just go ahead with their original plans.

This council strikes me as “Yo-Ho Let’s Go” with no discussion with citizens what so ever. Where is the transparency that was talked about when the present mayor was campaigning for his position? I am happy to say that I did not vote for him and only voted for two of the council members that have since disappointed me in my choice.

It is too bad that there had not been better communication from council on this subject by drawings and illustrations re: this matter and not enough information.

It seems city council likes to do everything in secret and keeping the public in the dark.

Doreen Johnson Penticton

Answers needed

In the spirit of openness, transparency and democracy, I am hoping Mayor Andrew Jakubeit will provide answers to the following questions regarding the lease of public parkland at Skaha Lake.

- Trio Marine are comprised of a trio of local businessmen, as stated on their website and chamber of commerce website. Please advise who the principals of this group are.

- In regard to the “portion of revenues” the City of Penticton will get from Trio Marine in exchange for the parkland lease. Are the revenues from gross or net income? In other words, will the city get a share of each ticket sold, for example $5 from each $25 ticket sold, or will they be after expense net revenues.

- Please clarify how Parking at Skaha Lake Park will be effected. Will the number of free parking spots remain the same? Will there be paid parking in some areas of both the public park and that part leased to Trio Marine.

I thank you in advance for your time and response. More information, as you say, will probably reduce the animosity this whole topic has caused.

John McLeod Penticton

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Souped-up sandcastles adding that competitors have to bring their own tools.

To ensure the castles will be structurally sound, Beaven said the beach will get soaked for hours before the competition begin, with help from the Penticton Fire Dept.

“It’s so fun – when else do you get to go out and sit in huge piles of sand and make sand castles?”

The criteria bases merit on the effective use of space; artistic content; intricacy, and some of the score will be subjective as the judges have a discretionary category.

Teams will be categorized by age – there will be teams ages 12 and under ($10 entry), youth ages 13 to 16 ($20 entry), as well as family ($25 entry) and corporate

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“If you build a volcano out of mashed potatoes then you can enter the contest,” event co-ordinator Jeanette Beaven said.

The competition will be held as part of the Penticton Peach Festival for the 32nd year. Building blocks will come from the Skaha Beach, where teams will have one to two hours to construct their most dynamic sand structure.

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For three decades, the Lloyd Gallery has been a fixture of Penticton’s art scene, so much so, it would be hard to imagine the community without it.

Whether walking through the doors of the original gallery at 598 Main St. or the current location at 18 Front St., tourists and locals alike have been able to find works by many of the best-known and bestloved artists hanging on their walls.

Over the years, Nel and Alphons Witteman have showcased artists like Toni Onley, Frances Harris, Phil Clark, John Revil and Glenn Clark.

Some, like Frances Harris, are still showing work at the Lloyd Gallery. Harris is now 102 years old, but still active according to Nel, who visited her recently in Kamloops. Nel was accompanied by fellow artist Angie McIntosh, and found Harris eager to look at their new works.

“Her spark is still totally there. She looked with a magnifying class at my iPad, at my paintings,” said Nel. “It was so cute, she critiqued our paintings.”

“Another person we are still showing is John Revil,” said Nel’s daughter, Marjo Thompson. “And Toni Onley.

“Over the years, Toni Onley came to stay with them and teach workshops in their studio. We were pretty close.”

Marjo said they have never lost enthusiasm for the art and artists they promote.

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Competition is stiff and the event sees monuments castles built each year.

“Those who are intimidated should remember this is meant to be a fun way for friends and family to spend an afternoon and that every great artist started out doing stick figures,” said Richard Covell, who’s been involved in the event for the past 25 years.

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excited to see the new pieces,” said Marjo, as Nel chimed in that “It’s like kindergarten show and tell.”

Like Nel, Marjo and her sister Annette — who also worked many years at the gallery — are artists themselves. Nel said they grew up watching her paint.

“We are both artists, all our staff our artists. Kelly and Jerrilee both paint as well,” said Marjo. “It’s in our blood, we love to promote other people’s art, we love to paint.”

Marjo describes the gallery as a community, both supporting and receiving support from the artists.

“It’s a group effort, we promote them and they help keep us strong as a gallery. And the community has to be thanked, because without the buying crowd we wouldn’t survive at all. We really appreciate everyone’s interest in art.”

The history of the Lloyd Gallery actually traces back more than 30 years. Founder Shirley Lloyd opened the Main Street location in 1979, five years before Nel and Alphons purchased it from her.

“I sold my paintings there. We had an orchard before, but we wanted to do something different,” said Nel. The couple operated the gallery successfully for many years, enlarging it three times so that by 2002, it had over 4,000 square feet.

But tragedy struck in June 2007, when an explosion and fire destroyed the building. It wasn’t long, though, before Nel and Alphons found a new location, reopening the Lloyd Gallery five months later in the former Empress Theatre next to the town’s art supply store, The Dragon’s Den. That opening was in November, and Marjo said the gallery’s artists — many of whom lost works in the fire — had worked hard to prepare new works for the opening of the new location.

“We were so overwhelmed. It was so beautiful what we were able to hang up here for the show,” said Marjo.

“What kept us going is the love for art and the people, the community, but especially the artists,” said Nel. “Every time one sells, they have the inspiration to paint more.”

That experience is sure to be repeated at the 30th anniversary show. The artists are each supplying two or three new works for a massive group show — Nel expects more than 80 pieces from over 30 of their artists.

Come celebrate this amazing gallery community.

The opening reception takes place on July 23 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. and the works will hang for three weeks. hangs for 3 weeks — the art can also be previewed at www.lloydgallery.com for anyone unable to come in person.

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LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION — Only local traffic was allowed on Tennis Street during the evening of July 22 when the road was closed for the filming of an UnderArmour commercial. The street may appear slightly differently in the commercial, as temporary street lamps, seen on the left, were installed for the production. The actress being recorded was a teenage girl who was practicing road hockey.

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Nature Wise There has been renewed discussion recently about whether the provincial government should re-engage with the federal government in talks to decide whether a national park should be established in the South OkanaganSimilkameen area.

Much of this discussion has been about the amount of support (or perceived lack of support) amongst various groups including ranchers, off-roaders, hunters, etc. I wrote about this issue a few months back.

Somewhat forgotten in these recent discussions are the sciencebased facts that first prompted discussion

of a South Okanagan Similkameen National Park as long ago as the 1970s. These facts show that there is an urgent need to restore and preserve critical habitat for hundreds of endangered species in our region.

In this column I’m going to use the term “endangered” species in a sort of generic sense as the actual terminology used varies between the provincial and federal governments, with terms such as red listed, blue listed, threatened, at risk, etc. In a nutshell, all of the species in these various categories are “endangered” to one degree or another.

B.C. has the greatest biodiversity of all the provinces and territories in Canada. Within B.C., the Okanagan is a biodiversity “hotspot.” 25 per cent of the 1,500 or so endangered species in B.C. live in the Okanagan region. Our record to date in preserving endangered species is not that great. The exact number of species already extirpated from

PARKS CANADA has indicated that reintroduction of this grouse would be one of the initiatives if a South Okanagan Similkameen National park is established.

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the Okanagan Valley since Europeans first arrived is not well known, but just amongst vertebrate animals we have lost sage grouse, sharptailed grouse. Burrowing owl, white-tailed jackrabbit, northern leopard frog and pygmy short-horned lizard and there are more than 100 other species in imminent danger of becoming extinct in our region if action is not taken very soon.

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This quote is taken from a B.C. government website. So how is that working out? In 1980, the government listed four (yes, only four) species as endangered under the Wildlife Act. Surely, you say, numerous other species have been added since then.

I wish it were so, but in fact, not a single species has been added to that Wildlife Act list in the past 35 years. That is not an indication of how well we’ve been doing in protecting species, but rather an indication of how poorly the provincial government has been doing in that regard. Please note that I do not mean to reflect poorly on the many dedicated staff in the Ministry. They do the ground work, but the policies are set by the cabinet

and deputy ministers.

The greatest threat to species’ survival is loss or degradation of habitat. And numerous studies worldwide have shown that large blocks of habitat are much more effective at preserving endangered species than are many small blocks; i.e. one block of 1,000 contiguous hectares is much better than ten separate blocks, each of 100 hectares, even though the amount of land conserved is the same in both cases.

That is why we need a South Okanagan National Park. MLA Linda Larson’s claim that B.C. can do an equally effective job as a national park in preserving needed habitat flies in the face of the facts.

B.C. does not have the will, the money or the manpower to acquire the needed habitat and then

enforce the few rules that we do have. Of course, a national park will not immediately solve all our conservation issues but it seems to me that it is by far the best option available in terms of conserving habitat, providing jobs and economic growth and addressing the many conservation issues affecting our grasslands.

The next monthly meeting of the South Okanagan Naturalists’ Club will not be until September. In the meantime check out our website (southokanagannature.com) for details about weekly birding outings and special trips around the south Okanagan.

Bob Handfield is pastpresident of the South Okanagan Naturalists’ Club but the views expressed here are his own and not necessarily those of the Club.

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The Right the Wrong trek to Ottawa by Penticton artist Robin Edgar Haworth is back on track.

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stopped the journey, the pair had put 2,300 kilometres behind him and had about another 1,400 to go to reach his destination.

He originally set off from Penticton in the spring from the peach on the Okanagan Lake waterfront to the cheers of a number of supporters and well wishers.

The purpose of his walk is to talk to as many people along the way and government officials in the nation’s capital about the missing and murdered aboriginal women and other social issues he believes need to be corrected.

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Cooke has confidence Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

THE PENTICTON HEAT bantam lacrosse team are provincial champions after defeating Vanderhoof. The team is as follows: Startng in the back row from the left: Noah Sweetgrass West, Connor Nohr, Hayden Marschall, Ethan Giroux, Ethan Konno, Jackson Jamieson, Jacob Stewart, Ethan Clutterbuck, Isaac Halverson, Levi Thompson and Tony Ramsay. Front row from left: Nolan Kenoras, coach Dan MacDonald, Sam Burghardt, Keegan Allen, Rhys MacDonald, Logan Cote, Aiden Canada, Shane Clutterbuck and Rowan Brown.

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Golden finish to season Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

It was a golden finish to the season for the Penticton Heat bantam C lacrosse team.

The Heat are provincial champions after defeating Vanderhoof 5-3.

“It all came together on the last day. It was an absolute surprise,” said Heat coach Dan MacDonald.

After finishing the Thompson Okanagan Minor Box Lacrosse season with seven wins in 12 games, MacDonald said winning a championship makes a good season even better. Along with playing system’s well, the Heat received strong goaltending from Rowan Brown.

“The goalie was standing on his head,” said MacDonald. “He kept us in the game that’s for sure.”

Scoring for the Heat were Logan Cote with two goals, Rhys MacDonald, Jacob Stewart and Ethan Konno. MacDonald said the group was coachable and trusted each other.

With 30 seconds left on the clock, MacDonald told the group on the bench to watch the time as it ticked down. He then told them they are B.C. champs.

“That, for them, was elation. They lit up,” said MacDonald. “They were so happy with the end result. My son cried.”

MacDonald earned the Warrior Fair Play award, given to the player who exemplifies fair play and puts a great effort for the team and plays the game with integrity. Heat parents vote on that award. Allen was named to the tournament all-star team.

“He pushed it,” said MacDonald, adding that Allen came back from a broken wrist at the

right time. “He has really good game sense and is a good player. He’s a really good player and fun to watch. He motivates with his play.”

With the gold medal win, the Heat went a perfect 5-0 in the championship. They opened by defeating Langley 5-3. Their second win came against Abbotsford 8-5 and they scored three unanswered goals in the third period to bounce Vanderhoof 5-4. The Heat defeated Port Coquitlam 9-5 to advance to the championship game.

Offensive leaders for the Heat were Cote, MacDonald and Aiden Canada.

“It was a good experience for the kids and coaches,” said MacDonald, who also had Levi Thompson, Tony Ramsey and Shane Clutterbuck coaching with him.

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Youngster completes Across the Lake swim Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

Penticton’s Leland Mullin was the youngest swimmer to complete the 68th annual Interior Savings Across the Lake Swim.

Mullin, eight, completed the 2.1 kilometre open water swim, which the website said is the

largest and longest running in Canada, in one hour, seven minutes and 45 seconds according to www.sportsstats.ca.

“It made me feel really happy that I can actually make it,” said Mullin. “I felt proud of myself. Proud to feel part of the group.”

The time ranked Mullin at

946th overall and 10th among the 14 swimmers in his group.

Mullin, a member Leland Mullin of the KISU swim club, said the swim was

hard.

“I think I performed really well,” said Mullin. “I love to swim. It’s my favorite sport.

Just to be in the water is like flying in the water.”

The oldest swimmer to compete in the event was Conny Stamhus, 83, of Kelowna. She completed the swim in 49:08.

Andrew Cooke is nervous about the Para Pan Am Games in Toronto Aug 7-15.

“I’m competing in front of my home country,” said Cooke, who departed for Toronto on Friday.

Cooke, who was nominated for selection among 40 swimmers by the Canadian national team in late March, qualified for seven events — 50 metre, 100-m, and 200-m freestyle, as well as 50-m fly, 50-m backstroke, 100-m breast stroke and 200 individual medley.

Cooke’s confidence is high going in as he has been performing “pretty darn Andrew Cooke good” he said. Having competed against most of the swimmers he will see in Toronto also gives him comfort.

Cooke, a member of the KISU swim club, competed in the 2014 Pan Pacific Para Games in Pasadena, Calif., where he earned a silver medal, bronze medal and a Canadian record.

Cooke competed in the 2011 Para Pan American Games in Guadalajara, Mexico. He earned a fifth-place result in the 100-metre breaststroke, which he completed in 2:39.31 seconds. His other two high results were in the 50-m and 200-m freestyle, which he completed in 55.46 and 4:30.87 seconds, respectively.

“It was my first international meet,” said Cooke at the time. “It was exciting for me.”

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The former Vancouver Canucks captain was informed by Pascall, a committee member for the B.C. Hockey Hall of Fame, that he would be inducted in Penticton this summer.

“I feel grateful to be a part of a special group that includes some of my former teammates as well as other players and hockey people that I have a lot of respect for and look up to,” said Naslund in an email from Sweden.

Naslund is being inducted with Curt Fraser, Rob Niedermayer, Cam Kerr and the 1979 B.C. Canada Winter Games champs.

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THUNDERING HIT — Kayden Clarke of the Penticton Thunder tadpole team hammers this pitch against Kelowna helping them win the valley championship last weekend.

The Thunder had a successful season winning 11 of 12 games.

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McGarry Allen and Logan Dougherty have loved learning to play cricket.

The two have been coming out to the Learn to Play Cricket drop-in sessions at Mariposa Park in the West Bench.

Dougherty is a new addition coming out for three weeks.

“It’s exciting to bat.

Sometimes you have to wait a little to catch it or even get the ball when you are fielding,” said Dougherty. “I enjoy how you always get to try out each position.

“Batting is really fun, except for when you don’t have pads, which is usually never,” continued Dougherty, who worked on his batting skills on Monday as Allen and coach Steve Prowse bowled to him. “The ball is coming at you really fast. You want to just back away. Not get hit.”

On this day, along with getting instruction from Prowse, Allen and Dougherty also took pointers from Brian Westers and Dabeer Qazilbash of the Kelowna Cricket Club.

Both are veterans of the game.

Both said they have learned from Prowse, who mostly provides tips when they aren’t doing something correct.

This year the drop-in sessions have had up to a dozen players, but with it being summer, people are busy with vacation and enjoying the warm weather. Prowse’s goal is to get a junior league going with Oliver, Penticton and Kelowna.

Learn to Play Cricket drop-in sessions are every Monday at Mariposa Park starting at 4:15 p.m. until October. For more information, including cost, contact Prowse at prowse11@telus.net.

BATTER LOGAN DOUGHERTY anticipates the pitch thrown by bowler McGarry Allen on the artifical pitch at Mariposa Park in West Bench on Monday. Learn to Play Cricket drop-in sessions are every Monday starting at 4:15 p.m.

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Power has impressive performances Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

The Penticton Power under-18 B girls fast pitch team finished 15th at provincials. The Power were in Nanaimo last weekend and lost all four of their games.

“Our record wasn’t indicative of how we did,” said Power coach Jeff Korven.

The Power opened with a 12-2 loss against the Langley Rebels, who earned a bronze medal. Their second loss was to the Prince George Thunderbirds 6-3.

At one point they led 3-1. Their third loss was against the Kelowna Heat 5-1 and their final loss was against the Ridge Meadows Rage 7-6. The Power led that game 6-4

and only needed a base hit to win.

There were bright spots. Tatiana Brazinha, Madison Foster, Dana Ingram and Rebecca Livesley all had strong performances. Brazinha was flawless on the mound, said Korvin, as she allowed three runs in 16 innings pitched.

“She was hitting her spots,” said Korven. “She was awesome.”

Foster was unbelievable in centre field, said Korven.

“She made catches that were not there,” he said.

At the plate, Foster was also 5-for-12. Ingram was also good at the plate going 4-for-8. Livesley went 3-for11. “Defensively she was a gem,” said Korven. “She had one error all weekend.”

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BRIAN WESTERS, top, of the Kelowna Cricket Club watches McGarry Allen make solid contact with the ball during a Learn to Play Cricket drop-in session for beginners and experienced players aged nine and older.

Bottom left, Steve Prowse shows Allen how to throw the ball. Bottom right, Westers has a talk with Logan Dogherty about the wicket. The sessions are put on by the Okanagan Cricket Club.

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Alexander C.

March 20, 1918 - July 19, 2015

It is with profound sadness and deep appreciation for an extraordinary life well lived that we say our final goodbyes to our dearly beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Dr. Alexander C. Willis was a man who inspired all whose lives he touched with his wisdom, insight, compassion and his great generosity. He was a natural visionary and pioneer in all his endeavors. He began his career as a teacher in rural Alberta where he taught for two years. Alex then headed to Waterloo, Ontario to embark on his degree in Optometry. After graduation, Alex set up his practice of Optometry in Edmonton, Alberta. There he became a lifetime member of the Optimists Club, receiving honors for his participation in addition to being active with the Al Azhar Shriners. He became a certified hypnotherapist breaking new ground in applications and techniques in his Optometric practice and therapy work. Alex was a man that loved watching and participating in sports, particularly tennis and curling. After retirement, he pursued his love of tennis and became a certified tennis pro. He was instrumental in establishing the Kaleden Tennis Club and taught many people the love of the game through group and private lessons. His compassion was demonstrated by volunteering for the crisis centre and helping many private clients over the years with his therapy. He taught stress workshops at the Okanagan College in addition to writing three books that have helped many people with life challenges. It was also a joy for him to act in several plays with the Kaleden Theatre Group, partake in singing lessons and performances with great enthusiasm. His love of music inspired him to write many beautiful songs on his keyboard and he could always be heard whistling.

In Penticton he was an active volunteer for many years with Ironman and The Seniors Games. He toured in a motorhome throughout Mexico with his wife Kirsten for two years and made many lifelong friends. He loved animals and his pets were always by his side. He was a wise man that shared his gifts with the world and was an inspiration to all whose lives he touched. Left to miss him dearly are his wife, Kirsten Willis, daughters; Corinne Willis (Dale King-Hunter), Jeri-Ann Willis (John Black), Joanne Bell (John Bell), Susan Jepsen (Murray Steen) and Lisa Jepsen, in addition to many loving Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the SPCA in Alex’s name.

No service by request.

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DRIVER/YARD PERSON Driver/Yard Person required immediately for heavy duty equipment shop. Steady, full time work, wage neg., minimum. Class 3 license req., reply to Dave at 1698 Dartmouth Rd., Penticton, BC, V2A 4B8, or email: dave@prequip.com

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KINGZETT Discover Rewarding Careers at BCAA BCAA is seeking Automotive Technicians and Customer Service Professionals to join our new Auto Service Centre opening in Penticton.

Charles Michael (Mike)

Completed his long Alzheimer’s journey on July 18, 2015 in the presence of his family at The Village by the Station in Penticton. Survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Beth; children Brian (Jenny), Kyle (Donna), and Alynda; grandchildren Cole, Spencer, Marissa and Tiernan; half-brothers Leon and Marvin Zweegman, and cherished nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Charles and Una Kingzett; sister Judy Middleton, and cousin/brother Tony Morris. Born in Vancouver on October 21, 1934, Mike immediately moved home to the orchard on Valleyview Road in Penticton. After his father’s passing in 1936, Mike moved with his mother and baby sister to Vancouver to be closer to his mother’s family.

Later the family moved to Vancouver Island, first living at Fanny Bay, then Ladysmith, and finally Campbell River. Always a hard worker, starting from a first job providing janitorial services to his elementary school, Mike had a long career with the province providing surveying services for the Ministry of Highways, and then many years in crop insurance with the Ministry of Agriculture. It was while surveying in the Kootenay’s that he met Beth on her 15th birthday, and they were married just over 2 years later. Mike & Beth returned to Penticton with their oldest child Brian, in 1964 to take over the family orchard. After his retirement in 1993 he spent many happy hours working in his amazing gardens, and also especially enjoyed travelling with Beth, including three train journeys in the United States, motor-homing to Arizona in the winter, and cruises to Alaska, the Caribbean, and Hawaii. A memorial service will be held at Linden Gardens at 2:00 PM on August 17, 2015. Special thanks to loving staff at The Village by the Station for their friendship and care. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Alzheimer’s Society of Canada or The Village by the Station are gratefully accepted.

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JONES Trevor George

November 20, 1922 - July 16, 2015

It is with profound sadness the family announces the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather at Gateway Lodge, Prince George, BC. Trevor was born in Cumberland, BC to Welsh immigrants, Alfred and Gertrude Jones. Trevor grew up in this bustling coal mining community alive with English, Welsh, Irish, Scotch, Italian, Yugoslavian, Japanese and Chinese settlers. Many weekends were spent at the family cabin at Kye Bay. His great love of fishing started here bringing in the salmon. He displayed a natural mechanical talent and loved to repair anything, especially with a motor. His first job at age 12 was driving Auchterlonies Bakery delivery truck. In 1943 Trevor enlisted in the Royal Canadian Navy serving in the North Atlantic on the HMCS Goderich. After the war was over he returned home and went to work as a Boilermaker at the Union Bay Collieries. In 1949 he married Muriel Longmore, a nurse at Cumberland Hospital who had moved west from Saskatchewan. In 1955 due to Muriel’s need for a drier climate they moved to Okanagan Falls and purchased a Shell Service Station. They operated the business until 1976 when they retired. Trevor was an active community member. Cumberland Masonic Lodge, Royal Canadian Legion, Okanagan Falls Fire Dept. serving as Chief for several terms. He served on the Boards of Okanagan Falls United Church, Oliver Credit Union, Okanagan Falls Heritage & Museum Society and Okanagan Falls Seniors Centre. During his retirement he enjoyed dancing, camping and fishing trips spending many happy years with family and friends. To be near to family, Trevor and Muriel moved to Prince George in 2012. Survived by his loving wife of 65 years Muriel, Daughter; Lynn (Ted) Phillips, Prince George, Son; Doug (Tammy), 100 Mile House. Grandchildren; Amy (Ron), Bonnie, Kurt (Cassie). Great-grandchildren; Alisha (Jonah), Tianna (Garrett), Harley and Dominic. Nieces; Sheryda Parenteau, Sherene Bissett, Shelley (Wes) Rainforth. Predeceased by parents Alfred and Gertrude Jones, Sister; Glenys Bissett and Great-granddaughter Sarah Wasson. Memorial Service to be held Saturday, September 12th, 1:00pm at Okanagan Falls United Church with tea to follow at Okanagan Falls Seniors Centre. Private Internment at Okanagan Falls Cemetery. Special thanks to Dr. Ruth Powell and the caring staff at Gateway Lodge. In lieu of flowers, donations my be made to the Salvation Army.

If you value trust, integrity and excellent automotive service work then please apply at bcaa.com/greatplacetowork

EXPERIENCED DRIVERS Experienced ONLY need apply, Part-Time drivers over 19 years with valid DL, trustworthy & reliable. Make extra cash for summer!

250-490-3663 Fast Lane Deliveries Industrial Electrician, Heavy Duty Mechanics & Industrial Mechanic/Millwright trades people required for Okanagan Manufacturing Company. Experience with PLC’s is a must for the Electrical position. Please fax resume to 1-250-838-9637 or email: netimber@junction.net

Looking for a sub from July 31-Aug. 21 for Wilson St. area, Kendall Cres. and Lawrence Ave., Please Call 250-492-0444, ext. 219

TEMPORARY OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR Looking for someone who is detail oriented, has great communication skills and is willing to commute to Summerland. Approximately 20 hours per week. Please apply with cover letter and resume to: Providence Funeral Homes, 1258 Main St., Penticton, BC, V2A 5G1, Email: info@providence funeralhomes.com

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Parts Person/Labourer Motivated Parts Person/Labourer req. immed. for Heavy Duty equipment shop.

Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of hydraulic hose fittings assembly an asset.

Steady, full-time work, Class 3 license an asset but not req., wage neg., reply to Dave at 1698 Dartmouth Rd., Penticton, BC, V2A 4B8 email: dave@prequip.com

NOW HIRING! FULL TIME & PART TIME COOKS Do you have what it takes to be a part of our team?

Applicants must: • Be available to work flexible hours (day or night shifts) • Have Food Safe

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We are looking for a unique individual who is self motivated, creative and outgoing to be a part of our Leadership Team!

Maintenance Supervisor-Full Time Under the direction of the Director of operations and in support of a multi-disciplinary team, is responsible for the overall Maintenance and upkeep of the facility buildings, grounds, systems and equipment.

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Carriers Needed 2 Days a Week - Early Mornings The Penticton Western News has Routes available in these areas for Wednesday & Friday:

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Qualifications: • Graduation from a recognized program in boiler operations and/or power engineering or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience; • Knowledge of Geothermal and HVAC environmental systems; • Knowledge of Leed Certification requirements; • Must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings; • Demonstrated leadership and positive support of staff; • Must demonstrate the ability and temperament to dealprofessionally, effectively, and cooperatively with residents, suppliers, contracted agencies, other staff members and visitors; • Must be knowledgeable of security, pressurization, elevator, fire alarm, sprinkler, and smoke detector systems; • Knowledge of Budgets, Inventory Control and Purchasing; • Must be in good health, free from communicable diseases and physically and mentally able to carry out the assigned duties in the working environment; • Must have the ability to communicate effectively, possesses above average organizational skills, effectively supervise and evaluate staff Please send your cover letter and resume in confidence to :

Assman’s Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements. www.assmansfurneralchapel.com www.blackpress.ca

Lisa Beattie, Scheduler/HR Assistant 103 Duncan Avenue Penticton, BC V2A 2Y3 Fax: (250) 490-8523 lisa.beattie@thehamletsatpenticton.com

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SERVICE TECHNICIAN For reverse osmosis and water softeners in the South Okanagan based out of Penticton. Mechanical aptitude and trouble shooting skills required. Plumbing experience helpful.

Full training, tools and company vehicle provided.

Earn $17.00-$19.00 per hour to start depending on experience. Average 30 hours per week. Email resume to: servicemanager381 @gmail.com or fax to 250-493-0099 Attn: Service Manager.

HERE COME THE PAINTERS, 15 years experience, Interior/Exterior, 250-486-2331 WWW.PAINTSPECIAL.COM

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3 Rooms For $299 2 Coats Any Colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls. Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint. NO PAYMENT, until job is completed!

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Hospitality NIGHT JANITORS The Penticton Lakeside Resort requires full-time Night Janitors effective immediately.

Please call Nancy at 250-493-9756.

Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services CHAMBERMAIDS WANTED, PLEASE CALL (250)276-4040 ROOM ATTENDANTS The Penticton Lakeside Resort requires full-time, seasonal Room Attendants effective immediately. Please call Nancy at 250-493-9756

Home Improvements ALL of your masonry needs: STUCCO, STONE, BRICK, BLOCK etc. We make a variety of concrete pavers and yard ornaments. Call, Text, Email or leave a message. My name is Tero. Phone: 250-487-9870.

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Retail GARDENWORKS Penticton is looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic Floral Designer to join our team! Do you have a passion for floral design, have informal practical experience or have taken a beginner course and want to take it to the next level, why not learn from the best? Interested applicants should apply with resume and cover letter at the store, or via email cesson@gardenworks.ca

Trades, Technical NEEDED Immediately: Certified Auto Body Repair Technician. Please e-mail resume to info@elliscreekautobody.com .

RED SEAL AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN REQUIRED. Min. 5 years experience. Send Resume with References to Sabyan Automotive in Oliver, ask for Chip. email: sabyan01@telus.net

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Financial Services GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

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PENTICTON Junk Removal!

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Household waste, furniture and appliances to the dump 250-770-0827 Trainor Family Hauling. Will haul your junk, big and small, to the dump. Will also do small jobs. We’re here to serve you with a smile. Call Pat with your needs. 250-486-4867

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Firearms Local Okanagan Resident looking to purchase firearms, fully licensed, will travel, Call or text, (250)809-9664

Free Items 2 statues, 1 white round metal patio table, 3 plastic planter boxes, large plastic flower pots, cassette player, (250)493-0989

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U1ST MOVING 2 men + truck $90/hr. Local and long distance. Call 250-859-8362.

Roxton maple china cabinet, $400, Roxton maple dining room table w/2 leaves & chairs, $300, queen size bed w/frame-boxspring & mattress complete, $125, 250-493-0981 Solid oak dining room suite, glass front hutch, 6 cane back chairs, like new, $1050, (250)493-0957

FAMILY Movers. Moving?

Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687

If you see a wildfire, report it to

1-800-663-5555 or *5555

Garage Sales Antiques & Collectibles Sale, Sunday, July 26, 9am4pm, #8-10605 Cedar Ave., Rock Garden Estates, Agur & Cedar St., Summerland

on most cellular networks.

All sorts of items, silent auction begins on items over $100, 2923 Juniper Dr., Sat., July 25, 8am-noon

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4th Annual Kelowna Collectibles Show Sunday, July 26 11am-5pm Sandman Hotel 2130 Harvey Avenue.

Admission $3 Kids 12 & Under FREE www.funpromo.ca INFO: 604-521-6304 FREE COMIC TO FIRST 100 GUESTS

Vending booth for sale, located on Okanagan beach, fully stocked, instant cash flow daily, selling due to health reasons, serious inquiries only, Call (403)425-0197

Auto Accessories/Parts

Downsizing Garage Sale, furniture, 1152 MacCleave, Sat., July 25, 8am Garage Sale, 8am-2pm, Sat., July 25, 675 Forestbrook Dr. Moving Sale: Electrolux Vacuum Cleaner, all attachments in hassack like new $300, 3/4” Drive Craftsman Socket Set $60. Lots more, phone and inquire 250-499-5260 for more.

Sat., July 25, 8am- noon, Moving, priced to sell, 2923 Juniper Dr. Sat., July 25 and Sun, July 26, 8am-4pm, 100 Cedar Ave., Kaleden.

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 $2,200DMG. Huge freezers.

Experienced wood carvers needed, full time. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866-528-7108 or 1778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Honda 1000w generator, very low hours, excellent condition, new price is $995, asking $275, Extension mirrors for 1999-06 GMC/Chev, asking $39, sofa and chair, as new, used in display suite, was over $2000 new, asking $700 obo, Call Russell at 250-809-5501

Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Coins, Silver, Gold, Jewelry, Estates Chad: 250-499-0251 in town.

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at the Somerset Plaza 2504 Skaha Lake Road, Penticton 1,000 and 2,508 square feet available.

Please contact us at 250-492-1119

Garden & Lawn Del’s Lawn & Yard Services, Do you need your lawn cut and/or cared for? For friendly, dependable service, call Del, reasonable rates, (250)4888079, DIH Enterprises Family Yard & Lawn Care.

Free Estimates. 250-770-0827

Used Tires, Huge Selection of used tires and wheels in stock.

We might have what you need. Prices vary according to size and quality. Starting at $25. Call us or drop in to Larsens Excel, 555 Okanagan Ave East 250-492-5630 Penticton

Motorcycles

PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS from $140,000. www.orlandoprojects.com Also: Spectacular 3 acre parcel owner financing. 250-558-7888

2006 Harley Davidson FXSTS, Black Cherry Soft Tail Springer, less than 10,000 kms, $14,000 obo, (250)487-1311

Mobile Homes & Parks

Recreational/Sale

1988 Moduline Home, 1bdrm, 48x14, vaulted ceiling, furnished in Burnaby Gardens Park, $62,000. 250-462-0300

1990 23ft 5th wheel, newer fridge & batteries, good shape, $3500, 250-499-2065, ext. 125 or 250-462-3422

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APPLE PLAZA, Prime Central location in busy plaza; ample parking. 2300 SF build to suit; 220 SF shared office space; 600 SF up 1100 SF, call Barb 250-770-0536 Business Opportunity at APPLE PLAZA, furnished & equipped upscale office space, 1500 sqft. up to 2300 sqft. ready for occupancy, call for details, Barb 250-770-0536

Recreation Waterfront Property with dock (rent or lease) east side Okanagan Lake close to golf course, 20 minutes to Vernon.

Avail now 1-604-745-3318.

Phone # now available

Room & Board Home privileges, laundry, room cleaning, etc., single and/or couple, (250)493-0045

Want to Rent 3bdrm house or townhouse, close to Pen High (downtown area), have a 5lb dog, need by Sept. 1, (250)462-5973

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Trucks & Vans 2009 Dodge 3500 diesel, 4x4, std, loaded, 4 dr longbox, low miles,10 1/2’ 2005 Okanagan full size camper w/1 slide out,model 811SL.$45,000 for both. 778-212-2613.

Boats 17.5’ Deep V Bowrider Larson, 150 horse Mercury, 2 electric down riggers, new top & upholstery, $7500, 250-498-4987

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Legal Notices Notice of Lien sales in accordance with the Warehouseman’s Lien Act is given to Jeff Pelly that the goods stored at D&J Auto and Storage, 1620 Maple St., Ok Falls, BC will be auctioned off or disposed of on Aug. 3/15 at the above location starting at 10 am.

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Trucks & Vans 1993 Dodge 3500 4x4 extra cab, loaded, low miles, $11,500. 778-212-2613.

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CONTRACTING SERVICES AGREEMENT KLand

Land Act: Notice .95B&HQWHU SGI of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land

Willowbrook

Take notice that Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen from Penticton BC, has applied to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), Thompson-Okanagan, for a licence of occupation for a public trail situated on Provincial Crown land in the vinicity of Oliver.

The Lands File for this application is 3412946. Comments on this application may be submitted by one of two options:

Oliver

Fairview

Option 1: Online via the Applications and Reasons for Decision website at: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/Applicatio nPosting/index.jsp where details of the application and maps can be found.

Cleaning Services

Countertops

PENTICTON BEACH HOUSE AS IS w/garage, 1003 Dynes Ave., corner lot, private sale, $295,000, 250-493-7344

Misc. for Sale

B&C Cleaning; residential, commercial & construction cleaning, lawn mowing, yard clean-ups & garbage removal to landfill, licensed, bonded & Worksafe. Bill & Cheryl Watson, (250)488-7964

REFACE Countertops.

1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs. 470-2235.

For Sale By Owner

Transportation

Option 2: by mail to Senior Land Officer, Thompson-Okanagan, MFLNRO, at 441 Columbia Street Kamloops BC V2C 2T3.

Existing tenants are a Medical Doctors office, Blood Laboratory, Dentist Office, Law Office, Sleep Clinic and Furniture Store. We offer incentives for future qualified tenants.

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Comments will be received by MFLNRO up to August 27, 2015.

MFLNRO may not be able to consider comments received after this date.

Please visit our website http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/Applicatio nPosting/index.jsp Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations’ Office in Thompson Okanagan.

Regional District of OkanaganSimilkameen contact person is Justin Shuttleworth @ 250-490-4136 or jshuttleworth@rdos.bc.ca

Located at portions of: DL 3473 shown on Plan A544;Lot 1A, DL. 2450S, Plan 1729; Lot !B, DL. 2450S, Plan 1729; Lot 1C, DL. 2450S, Plan 1729; Lot 1E, DL. 2450S, Plan 1729;Lot 1D, DL. 2450S, Plan1729; Lot 1F, DL 2450S, Plan 1729; Lot 1G, DL.2450S, Plan 1729; Lot 1G, DL. 2450S, Plan 1729;Lot 1J, DL.2450S, Plan 1729; Lot 1K, DL. 2420S, Plan 1729; Lot 1P, DL.2450S, Plan 1728; Lot 1R, DL.2450S, Plan 1862; Lot 1Q,DL. 2450S, Plan 1728; Lot 1S, DL2450S, Plan 1862; Lot 1W, DL.2450’s, Plan 1790; Lot 1Y, DL 2450S, Plan 1790; Lot 1X, DL. 2450S, Plan 1790; and Lot 1Z, DL.2450S, Plan 1790, all SDYD.

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AnAvets hAs mixed doubles pool at 7 p.m., karaoke with Shawna at 7:30 p.m. elks Club on Ellis Street has drop-in fun darts and pool at 7 p.m.

RoyAl CAnAdiAn legion branch 40 has fish and chips lunch at 11:30 a.m.

Rib night at 5:30 p.m.

Everyone welcome. eAgles Club hAs Friday Night Live dinner at 5 p.m. and entertainment at 7 p.m. Members and guests welcome. south mAin dRop-in Centre has bocce and yoga at 9 a.m., Tai Chi at 10:30 a.m., Mah Jong and beginner plus line dance at 1 p.m.[fr] singles lunCh gRoup for 65-plus seniors meets at noon. Meet new friends and chat. Call 250-4965980 or 250-770-8622 for more info. the beReAvement ResouRCe Centre at 129 Nanaimo Ave. W has weekly drop-in grief support sessions Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Adults welcome. For more information on other available programs or support in the loss of a pet, please call 250-490-1107.[fr] pentiCton senioRs ComputeR Club dropin sessions Monday and Friday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at 439 Winnipeg St. People may sign up for memberships, classes or have computer problems solved. Picture class Mondays at 2:30 p.m. the oliveR senioR Centre, 5876 Airport St., has bingo with a loonie pot every Friday at 1 p.m. Everyone welcome.

Al-Anon meets At the Oasis United Church at 2964 Skaha Lake Rd. from 6 to 7 p.m. For info call 250-490-9272.

SATURDAY July 25

enjoy A summeR breeze dance hosted by The

Yard Katz at Orchard House, 157 Orchard Ave. Doors open at 7 p.m.

Admission $10. Come dance the night away to your favourite classic rock and blues standards.[0725p] eAgles Club hAs member appreciation day, burgers and fries at noon, beaver races at 4 p.m.

AlCoholiCs Anonymous hAs daily meetings in Penticton and area.

Call 250-490-9216 (24 hours).

ChARity bottle dRive with all money going to the Penticton Regional Hospital paediatric ward, SPCA, Critteraid and the Summerland food bank. Drop off from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays at Penticton and Summerland IGA stores. elks Club on Ellis Street has crib at 10 a.m., drop-in darts and early bird draw at 4 p.m., a meat draw at 4:30 p.m. and dinner at 5:30 p.m. followed by karaoke with Anita.

RoyAl CAnAdiAn legion branch 40 has crib at 10 a.m., beef dip lunch at 11 a.m., meat draw and Ladies Auxiliary 50/50 draw at 2 p.m.

AlCoholiCs Anonymous hAs its 12 bells group at noon at the Oasis United Church at 2964 Skaha Lake Rd. The Saturday night group meets at 8 p.m. at 150 Orchard Ave. and in Summerland, the Grapevine meeting is at 8 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. Call service 24 hours is 250-490-9216.

AnAvets hAs the kitchen open from 9 a.m. to noon, drop-in pool at noon, dinner by Stu at 5:30 p.m. Entertainment

by DJ at 6:30 p.m.

SUNDAY July 26

Come dAnCe to the greatest dance music ever made with DJ Emil from 7 to 9 p.m. at the South Main Drop-In Centre, 2965 South Main St. $3

ESP Psychic Fair

July 31, August 1, 2 & 3 Penticton Lakeside Resort CLAIRVOYANCE PALMISTRY PAST LIVES ASTROLOGY TAROT CARDS MEDIUM

AURAS NUMEROLOGY HEALING CRYSTAL BALLS CRYSTALS

FRI 2PM-10PM • SAT 11AM-10PM • SUN & MON 11AM-6PM

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per person, all welcome. seRmons thAt speAk summer series presents Rev. Dr. Ross Lockhart, professor at Vancouver School of Theology at 10 a.m. in the Penticton United Church, 696 Main St. All welcome.[0726p] AlCoholiCs Anonymous meets in OK Falls at 10:30 a.m. at 5328 Hawthorne St., then in Penticton from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in July and August for the women’s group at the Lawn Bowling Club, 260 Brunswick St. The Sunday 123 group meets at 8 p.m. in the Education Room in the basement of the Penticton hospital.

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St., side door, upstairs. lAkelAnds ChuRCh holds Sunday services at 1265 Fairview Rd. (the Greek Orthodox Church) at 10:30 a.m. Everyone welcome. For more info contact info@lakelandschurch.com.

RoyAl CAnAdiAn legion branch 40 has a branch buffet breakfast at 8:30 a.m., meat and 50-50 draws at 2 p.m. in the hall, 502 Martin St. suRvivoRship’s FleA mARket runs every Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. weather permitting at Fairview Plaza, 1652 Fairview Rd. For info, call 250-493-6604.

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RoyAl CAnAdiAn legion branch 40 has lunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., dart dolls at 11 a.m., bridge at 1 p.m. iode thRiFt shop at 464 Main St. is open from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Clothing, kitchenwares, China items and more. south mAin dRop-in Centre has bocce and

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Yoga meditation/vegetarian supper is upstairs in the Elks Lodge at 344 Ellis St. in Penticton on Tuesdays at 6 p.m.

Donations accepted. night markets on the lawn in front of the SS Sicamous, right by the beach, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. through to Sept. 1.

The markets are free to attend and feature games, local artisans and a selection of food vendors. The SS Sicamous will also be open late, until 8:30 p.m., if visitors would like to explore inside the museum.[091p] m o t h e r - to - m o t h e r breastfeeding sup port with the Penticton/ Summerland chapter of La Leche League Canada. Meetings on the third and fourth Tuesday of the month from 10 a.m. to noon. Call 250494-1894 or email pentictonlllc@gmail.com for the location of the meeting. All mothers and babies are welcome.

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elks on ellis Street has summer fun darts and 10-card crib at 7 p.m. vispassana (insight) meditation for beginners or mature practitioners every Tuesday evening from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m.

Please call Debora for details at 250-462-7340. south main drop-in Centre has ultra-beginner line dance at 9 a.m., lunch at 11:30 a.m., partner bridge at 12:45 p.m., knitting and crocheting at 1 p.m. Improver line dance at 1 p.m.

Wellness mental Centre has individual support for family members in Summerland from 10 a.m. to noon at 13211 Henry St. roYal Canadian legion has lunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., service officer at 1 p.m. and wings night at 6 p.m. Jam contest hosted by the Surf Cats at 7 p.m. toastmasters, Where leaders are made. Drop in to South Okanagan Toastmasters any Tuesday at 7 p.m. at 5876 Airport St., Oliver. See and hear what we are all about.

Contact Bill at 250-4850006 or stillbill938@ gmail.com.

ConCert pentiCton band rehearses from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Lutheran Church, 1370 Church St. Intermediate to advanced musicians. All band instruments. The band is available for performances.

Phone 250-809-2087 for info or email info@pentictonconcertband.ca.

890 Wing of South Okanagan Air Force Association gets together for a gab and coffee every Tuesday at 9 a.m. at 126 Dakota Ave. fraternal order of the Eagles has drop-in euchre at 7 p.m. the south okanagan and Similkameen MS Society has an informal coffee group that meets at 10 a.m. Tuesdays at Cherry Lane Shopping Centre. For more info, call Sherry at 250-493-6564 or email sherry.wezner@ mssociety.ca. alCoholiCs anonYmous Young person’s group at 7:30 p.m. in the Skaha Lake gazebo for the summer. Call/text Guy at 250-460-2466 or Niki at 250-460-0798. Beginners’ meeting runs at 8 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church at 157 Wade Ave. al-anon for friends and family of alcoholics meets at 10:30 a.m. at 2800 South Main St. and 6:45 p.m. at 157 Wade Ave. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian.

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Construction • Pentown Throwdown BMX and Skateboard Event • Kiddies Parade Sunday sponsored by The Downtown Penticton Association • A&W Kiddies Day Sunday • Sandcastle Competition Thursday afternoon • Shooting Star Midway in Rotary Park August 3 - 9 • Seniors Day on Wednesday sponsored by London Drugs • Square Dance Festival Wednesday through Saturday at the Seniors’ Drop-in Centre • Sheila Bishop Memorial Slo-Pitch Tournament • Tim Hortons Giant Screen • Penticton Speedway Tribute Night For more information visit www.peachfest.com or call 250-487-9709

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