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PEACHLAND LEGION PRESIDENT Jean Saul (centre) presents Kym Martin of the Peachland Wellness Centre (left) and Judy Bedford of the Peachland Food Bank (right) with cheques representing a portion of the proceeds from their most recent bottle drive. The Legion and 18 volunteers sorted, counted and bagged 41,998 items, made 26 runs to the bottle depot, and raised $4101.58.

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NEWS

Category 2 and 3 fire prohibition now in effect throughout region JOANNE LAYH

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As Environment Canada The prohibition applies to heat warnings remained in all public and private land effect throughout most of the within the Kamloops Fire Okanagan this week, effec- Centre jurisdiction, unless tive at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, specified otherwise in an July 29 Category 2 and Cat- enactment such as a local egory 3 open fires, as well government bylaw. Before as other equipment and lighting any fire, people activities were prohibited should check with local govthroughout the Kamloops ernment authorities to see Fire Centre to help prevent if any other burning restrichuman-caused wildfires and tions are in effect. protect public safety.

The prohibition will reThe Kamloops Fire Centre main in effect until noon is comprised of the Penticton on Oct. 15 or until the orFire Zone (which includes der is rescinded. Anyone Peachland), the Vernon Fire conducting Category 2 or Zone, the Merritt Fire Zone, Category 3 open fires within the Kamloops Fire Zone and the Kamloops Fire Centre’s the Lillooet Fire Zone. jurisdiction must extinguish Prohibited activities in- those fires by the July 29 clude: deadline.

• Category 2 open fires; The prohibition does • Category 3 open fires; not include campfires that • The use of fireworks; are a half-metre high by a • The use of sky lanterns; half-metre wide (or small• The use of binary ex- er) and does not apply to MAP KAMLOOPS FIRE CENTRE ploding targets and cooking stoves that use gas, CONNECT Q2 NEWSPAPER BUYunder the prohibition, it is • The use ofHEARING burn bar- –propane or briquettes. rels or burn cages of any Peachland fire chief Denimportant that people have 10.330” × 6.14” 07/26/20 size or description except nis Craig says that while a means of extinguishing a when used for a campfire as campfires are still allowed campfire before they light it.

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Water obviously is the best tool. A small campfire is not going to take just a single bucket of water,” Craig said.

“They need to be able to douse the fire, stir it around and then douse it again. Just dumping a bucket of water on a set of logs that are burning doesn’t put it out. It knocks the fire down but the fire is still burning inside those logs and under those logs so you need to douse the fire, stir it with a stick and then douse it again. It’s the only way to extinguish that fire.”

Anyone found in contravention of an open burning prohibition may be issued a ticket for $1,150, required to pay an administrative penalty of up to $10,000 or, if convicted in court, fined up to $100,000 and/or sentenced to one year in jail. If the contravention causes or contributes to a wildfire, the person responsible may be ordered to pay all firefighting and associated costs, BC Wildfire Service warned in a release issued July 24.

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RCMP statistics suggest crime in Peachland is down this year JOANNE LAYH Despite what collective wisdom might suggest, overall crime was down for the first half of 2020 compared to the same period last year, according to RCMP statistics presented to Peachland council earlier this month.

In the first half of 2020 there were 30 calls for violent offences, down from 38 over the same time period in 2019. There were 88 calls for property offences, down from 107 in the first half of 2019. Comparing the same time periods, there were three calls for commercial break and entries, down from seven in 2019. Calls for residential break and entries were also down with only seven calls compared to 10 in 2019. There were four calls for stolen vehicles, down from 11 the previous year.

However, there were an increase in calls for service for some types of crimes such as theft from auto (27 in 2020 versus 23 in 2019) and motor vehicle incidents (14 in 2020, up from 10 in 2019).

Staff Sergeant Duncan Dixon, commander of the West Kelowna RCMP, appeared before Peachland council at their last regular meeting to provide insight into statistics about various calls for service from Peachland for the first half of the year.

“In general terms those statistics will show that the RCMP had an overall drop in calls to service and a pretty static across the board call to service in general terms and in most crime types, including in my other jurisdictions in West Kelowna and Westbank First Nation,” Sgt. Dixon said. “That probably would not have been the case except that I think it was impacted by all the changes related to COVID-19. We started on a fairly steep statistical path at the beginning of the year and then that faded over time.”

Sgt. Dixon said that for a while the RCMP had more people working than usual because they eliminated leave so no one could go on vacation and they’ve also eliminated and held to eliminating training, including recertification, which will resume in the fall.

“The kind of collective wisdom is that sort of some crimes in Peachland have been increasing but that doesn’t seem to be the case,” Councillor Keith Fielding said. “It doesn’t seem to be really borne out by the statistics.”

“About five weeks ago and over a period of six or eight days we had some instances of some night prowlers through Peachland, and in particular, one that targeted our president of our community policing association, which I’m sure you’re familiar with,” Councillor Terry Condon said. “What’s been the disposition of those instances?”

Sgt. Dixon said those incidents have been solved, with charges pending.

Coun. Condon said the other issue that has been brought to his attention over the last little while is the question of loud motorcyclists in town.

“It is unlikely to become a priority, just because of the priority setting of your council and others to determine what you’re trying to do. Obviously, we would respond to calls of any sort, noise complaints or any others, but I don’t think it would become a priority,” Sgt. Dixon said, adding that it is an area of law that keeps changing and it is difficult to prosecute, even for traffic members.

Mayor Cindy Fortin said she’d heard the person arrested for break ins was released and reoffended and wondered if the release was related to COVID-19 or if that’s typical.

Sgt. Dixon said release with conditions is more frequent now under recent legislation and given the current sentiment of society.

Mass gathering health order amended to address overcrowding at rentals properties SOPHIE CARRIGAN GRAY

LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE B.C. health authorities reported 81 new cases of COVID-19 over the weekend.

The cases are spread out over a three day period, with 36 cases from Friday to Saturday, 21 cases from Saturday to Sunday, and 24 cases from Sunday to Monday.

Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry amended the mass gathering health order Monday, after an uptick in cases over the last two weeks connected to multiple community exposure events in Kelowna during a group holiday.

The order amendment limits the number of people at holiday rentals, including houses, boats, hotels, or any other holiday rental, to the designated capacity number plus five visitors.

“That means you cannot have a large group of people over to party in your hotel room or on your boat during this period of our COVID summer,” said Dr. Henry during Monday’s press conference.

She noted it is the responsibility of the property or rental management to enforce this order.

The newly amended mass gatherings order comes after Dr. Henry amended regulations around restaurants and bars last week.

Dr. Henry and Minister of Health Adrian Dix did not give an update on the Kelowna exposure event or provide any additional details about the Krazy Cherry Farm outbreak in Oliver.

Dr. Henry did address concerns about testing capacity, especially in the Okana-

gan region where it was reported people had long wait times in order to be tested.

“Yes, there has been challenges particularly in the Interior where a large number of people were exposed at a number of events,” Dr. Henry replied. “And there was some equipment challenges over the past two weekends as well. That is being sorted out, and actually we are looking at enhancing, and over this weekend they were able to really drive up the testing of people who are at risk.”

Interior Health also issued a statement addressing rumours that flu shots will not be offered this fall, referring to the rumour as a miscommunication.

Interior health said flu shots will be offered as usual, with the exception of walk-in clinics in order to reduce possible COVID-19 exposures.

“We agree that it is even more important for people to get immunized this year given the current COVID-19 pandemic,” said the written statement by Interior Health. “Our priority working with our partners is to ensure everyone who wants a flu shot this season will get it.”

The Okanagan is not the only area of the province to see a shape spike in cases over the last couple of weeks.

Haida Gwaii is now up to 14 test-positive COVID-19 cases, while a new community outbreak was announced at a blueberry processing facility in the Fraser Heath region.

Over 1,000 British Columbia’s are currently self-isolating after contact tracing determined they had been exposed to the virus.

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Complacency may be our COVID-19 downfall LYONEL DOHERTY This pandemic complacency in B.C. must stop. Now! Not after your private gathering. Not after your non-essential travel. But right now.

The community outbreak in Kelowna, and the four cases in Oliver (cherry farm), could have been prevented if only people took COVID-19 seriously.

The people who organized those private parties should be held accountable; same goes for the resorts that allowed them. Simply put, these people should know better than to take such risks during a global crisis.

Those of us making sacrifices and following the rules are tired of the irresponsible actions of others – actions that are putting our families at risk.

Have you seen what it’s like in Penticton? It’s a zoo! Beaches packed. Lineups outside restaurants. Countless shoppers without masks.

The rules for social distancing seemed to have changed overnight – from six feet to three feet.

Now the manager of the Kelowna airport is asking the government to allow some international flights into Canada. What a fantastic idea considering more cases of COVID-19 have been identified on domestic flights.

Since phase 3 of B.C.’s restart plan, we have seen a jump in transmissions. This was to be expected, but if people continue to cut corners or bend the rules (for their enjoyment or profit), this province could be in big trouble.

While people have praised Dr. Bonnie Henry for her calm resolve, she may be a little too soft in dealing with these outbreaks. Perhaps B.C. needs to press rewind and go back to phase 2 if these careless individuals continue to put us at risk with their lackadaisical attitude.

Dr. Henry’s catch phrase “Be kind, be calm and be safe” is becoming a misnomer these days because you can’t do any of these things when so many people disregard the rules.

If case numbers continue to rise, the province should tighten up restrictions again . . . before we reach the point of no return.

We need to acknowledge the individuals and businesses who are taking this pandemic seriously. They have been working hard to follow the regulations in their bid to survive and keep others safe.

Why should they have to suffer? If they can be responsible, why can’t others?

And where is the accountability for those who choose to threaten our well-being?

It’s time to get tough and answer these questions.

Lyonel Doherty is the editor of the South Okanagan’s Times-Chronicle.

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Resident gives props to district staff for action on goose poop Dear editor,

A couple of weeks ago I was going to write a letter complaining about all of the goose poop on the walkway and on the docks along Beach Avenue, and how awful it is that the district parks staff had to do cleanup so often.

I was very upset when I thought of children in Swim Bay using the filthy docks and picking up some nasty bacteria as well.

At one point I counted 62 geese between Heritage Park and Bliss Bakery.

Then, I saw that several other letters appeared in the View so I put my letter off. Today, I would like to write a letter of praise instead! My husband and I walk along Beach Avenue every

morning with our dog and were really getting tired of walking through the obstacle course of goose excrement and trying to keep our Elliot from sampling the ‘hard salad’ along the way.

Ick! Ever since we saw district staff enticing the geese to move along to somewhere else, in their work boat and on shore last week, we have seen way fewer geese. I hope this is a trend, and the majority of the geese will decide to move elsewhere. We have been having much more pleasant walks in the morning along a clear path!

So, I would like to offer kudos and many thanks to the staff for their hard work. Keep it up!

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LOCAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES 2020 OASIS ART SHOW opened at the Peachland Art Gallery without the crowds and traditional garden reception and award ceremony. Check out the amazing range of art the Central Okanagan Chapter of Federation of Canadian artists traditionally display. The exhibition has been extended until August 23 and is open daily from 9 am - 5 pm.

THE SUMMER ARTS PROGRAM started up Canada Day at the Peachland Little Schoolhouse on Brandon Lane off Fourth Street.

The program, sponsored by the Peachland Community Arts Council, will run every Thursday to Saturday in July and August from 11 am - 3 pm. Pandemic protocols will be practiced with complimentary disposable masks and hand sanitizers at the door and a limit of six people (including artists) in the school at one time. Visitors are asked to wear the disposable masks to protect the artists, who are mostly seniors and vulnerable to contracting COVID-19.

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MONDAYS PICKLEBALL 3.0-3.5 9:05 a.m. – 11 am Jul 20 – Sep 28 Peachland Community Centre THERAPEUTIC YOGA 10 am – 11:15 am July 20 – Aug 28 Peachland Community Centre RED CROSS LEVEL 4-10 SWIM LESSONS July 6 - 17, July 20 - 31 or Aug 10 - 21 10:30 am - 11:30 am Swim Bay Registered only PICKLEBALL ALL PLAY 11:15 am – 1:15 pm Jul 20 – Sep 28 Peachland Community Centre TAI CHI 12 pm 50+ Activity Centre PICKLEBALL 1.0-2.5 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Jul 20 – Sep 28 Peachland Community Centre CLOGGERS 6 pm 50+ Activity Centre

TUESDAYS FLOW YOGA 9 am-10 am Cousins Park Registered only RED CROSS LEVEL 4-10 SWIM LESSONS July 6 - 17, July 20 - 31 or Aug 10 - 21 10:30 am - 11:30 am Swim Bay Registered only AA 12 pm 50+ Activity Centre PICKLEBALL 3.75+ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Jul 21 – Sep 29 Peachland Community Centre

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WEDNESDAYS 50+ FIT AND STRETCH 9 am 50+ Activity Centre PICKLEBALL 1.0-2.5 9:05 am – 11:05 am Jul 15 – Sep 30 Peachland Community Centre CHAIR YOGA 6 pm 50+ Activity Centre RED CROSS LEVEL 4-10 SWIM LESSONS July 6 - 17, July 20 - 31 or Aug 10 - 21 10:30 am - 11:30 am Swim Bay Registered only PICKLEBALL ALL PLAY 11:15 am – 1:15 pm Jul 15 – Sep 30 Peachland Community Centre BARGAIN BIN 12 pm - 3 pm Peachland United Church WE ART HERE 12 pm – 4 pm 50+ Activity Centre PICKLEBALL 3.0-3.5 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Jul 15 – Sep 30 Peachland Community Centre CLOGGERS 6 pm 50+ Activity Centre SPIN, CORE, STRETCH 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Peachland Community Centre July 22 – Sept 30

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RESTAURANTS AND WINERIES OPEN (Call ahead to confirm if they’re open for dine-in, take-out or delivery): 1st & Beach Bar and Grill, A&W, Basil Leaf, Beach Ave. Café & Tapas Bar, The Blind Angler, Bliss Bakery, Cibo & Vines, Dragon Lotus Restaurant, Edgewater Inn Bar & Grill, FitzPatrick Family Vineyards, Gasthaus on the Lake, Hainle Family Vineyards, Murray’s Pizza, Peachland Sushi, Peachland Royal Legion, Ships A-Hoy! Fish & Chips, Swim Bay Concession Stand and Subway ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS OPEN: Okanagan ATV Tours, Peachland Museum, Peachland Art Gallery, Peachland Visitor Centre, including bats and the Legends of the Lake interpretive centre, Peachland Beach Rentals, Zip Zone Have an event or activity happening in Peachland?

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THURSDAYS TAI CHI FOR WELLNESS 9:15 am - 10:30 am Heritage Park Gazebo Hosted by the Wellness Centre Beginners welcome BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT 10 am-12 pm Peachland Wellness Centre THERAPEUTIC YOGA 10 am – 11:15 am July 23 – Sep 3 Peachland Community Centre RED CROSS LEVEL 4-10 SWIM LESSONS July 6 - 17, July 20 - 31 or Aug 10 - 21 10:30 am - 11:30 am Swim Bay Registered only IRON & SILK 10:45 am 50+ Activity Centre BARGAIN BIN 12 pm - 3 pm Peachland United Church AA 12 pm 50+ Activity Centre PASSION 4 ART (beginners) 12 pm 50+ Activity Centre PICKLEBALL 3.75+ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Jul 23 – Sep 24 Peachland Community Centre MEAT DRAW 4 pm-5 pm Royal Canadian Legion #69

FRIDAYS FLOW YOGA 9 am-10 am Cousins Park Registered only 50+ FIT AND STRETCH 9 am 50+ Activity Centre PICKLEBALL 1.0-2.5 9:05 am – 11:05 am Jul 17 – Sep 25 Peachland Community Centre

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RCMP allege Peachland man became aggressive while resisting arrest PEACHLAND VIEW West Kelowna RCMP are seeking witnesses to an incident involving a 29-year-old Peachland man who allegedly became aggressive while resisting arrest on Beach Avenue last Saturday afternoon.

A West Kelowna RCMP front line officer was dealing with an investigation on Beach Avenue just before 4 p.m. on Saturday when an irate man unrelated to the investigation approached the vehicle, said RCMP Cpl. Jocelyn Noseworthy in a release issued today.

The man allegedly began shouting and yelling at the officer.

A second officer attended the scene and attempted to de-escalate the situation, however the man allegedly continued to act in a very disruptive manner despite being cautioned by police to stop. Subsequently the man was placed under arrest and imme-

diately began to resist, Noseworthy said.

At one point he allegedly kicked at the officers, striking one and knocking her into a nearby parked vehicle, resulting in minor injuries to the officer.

“This sort of behaviour towards our officers is completely unacceptable, and will not be tolerated,” said Staff Sergeant Duncan Dixon, commander of the West Kelowna RCMP. The man was released from custody on conditions for a future court date and the matter has been referred to the BC Prosecution Service for review and charge assessment.

Anyone who witnessed this incident and hasn’t yet spoken to police is encouraged to contact the West Kelowna RCMP at 250 768 2880. RCMP are particularly interested to speak to the registered owner of the vehicle that was damaged when the officer was thrown into it.

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July 2, 1920 ~ July 22, 2020.

Only a few short weeks after celebrating her 100th birthday on July 2, Paynter family matriarch and author Sheila Treasure Paynter died peacefully at home on July 22, 2020.

Sheila was born to Alexander (Sandy) and Dorothea (nee Bishop) McKay at Kelowna General Hospital July 2, 1920. Sheila was an only child raised in Peachland. In 1946 Sheila married Henry Oliver Paynter. Together they raised six children on their family farm in Westbank where they enjoyed an active community life.

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Sheila is predeceased by her husband Henry in 2005 and eldest son Geoff Paynter in 2016.

Upon her passing Sheila leaves in loving memory her children, extended family and many friends.

Daughter in law, Marci Detta Paynter (the late Geoff Paynter), Chandra Paynter; Travis Paynter (Sheri nee Russell) and their daughter Paige; Nigel Paynter (Hayley Paynter nee Wells) and their children Hattie and River; (Chandra, Travis and Nigel’s mother, Trisha Bishop). Brent Detta (Renata Rackiewicz) their children Teigen and Palmer Detta; Pete Detta (Tonia nee Reed) their daughter Taryn.

Gillian (Michael Evans) and their children Anthony Evans and Garth Shillington.

Farlie Paynter and his son Brante Farrell and Brante’s daughter Emmaly Garner.

Henry A. Paynter (Barb nee Heaney) , Celestine Paynter (Alex Pickering) and their daughter Fiona Pickering; Henray Paynter (Aimee Jensen) and their son Henri Paynter. (Celestine and Henray’s mother Suzanne Morin).

David Paynter (Laurie nee Ball) their children Aaron Paynter and daughter Lisa Paynter (Philip Akins) their children Eloise and Oliver Akins.

Alisen Paynter, children, Geoffrey Oliver (Stephanie Mathews), Jennay Oliver (James Seabrook) and their daughter Sierra Seabrook; (Geoffrey and Jennay’s dad, Rod Oliver).

The family very much appreciates all the support received from Sheila’s dedicated home care workers and from friends and neighbours for their sincere expressions of flowers, baking and sympathy.

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BEEPS helping to explore green roofs and bat-friendly lighting JACKSON MACPHERSON

Bat-friendly lighting is a way to let our friendly flying neighbours do work for us while also providing a means to help them out. Peachland is British Colombia’s second ever Bat Friendly Community and has a large population of bats living both in the forests surrounding Peachland as well as a maternity colony located within the attic of The Peachland Visitor Centre.

These bats provide several significant environmental benefits, including pest control and fertilizer. By eating mosquitoes, moths, flies and other insects, they provide a natural pest control. Their droppings, known as guano, are an excellent source of fertilizer.

Bat-friendly lighting can be beneficial for not only our community but also for our wild neighbours. Contrary to the popular myth, bats aren’t blind. However, research conducted by the Department of Zoology at the University of Wageningen has shown that they cannot see the red spectrum of light. This means that although red light is clearly visible to us, bats will remain completely unaware to its presence. The theory behind bat friendly lighting is to switch lighting to red when bats leave their roosts, typically from 9 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., which will allow them to be more efficient in their role as mosquito hunters.

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Green roofs are as simple as they are effective. A membrane (waterproof layer of fabric) is placed on top of a roof and covered in soil. Plants such as grasses, shrubs and flowers are then planted within this new soil bed, effectively turning the roof into a garden bed.

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