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Three arrested after shots fired at Peachland home JOANNE LAYH Three individuals were taken into custody and later released after West Kelowna RCMP responded to a report of shots fired at a residence in Peachland last Friday afternoon. On April 30 just before 1:30 p.m., West Kelowna RCMP received a report of an assault with a weapon inside a residence in the 7200 block of Hwy 97 South. According to RCMP Cst. Solana Paré, a firearm was discharged during the course of an assault, and the three suspects departed in a red pickup truck. West Kelowna RCMP contained the area and safely brought all the occupants out of the residence. The three suspects and the pickup truck were located soon after behind a business in Peachland with the assistance of Kelowna RCMP Police Dog Services, RCMP Air Services and West Kelowna RCMP General Investigation Section. Indeed, many residents noticed a helicopter circling the south part of Peachland for over an hour last Friday afternoon, beginning around 2:30 p.m. The View was also contacted by someone who said they saw two unmarked police cars rush into town from West
Kelowna with their sirens on in addition to another RCMP vehicle that was seen on Beach Ave. at 3 p.m. The three individuals were taken into custody without incident and the vehicle was seized pending further investigation. While no one at the residence was injured due to the
discharge of the firearm, the male victim was treated at the scene by Emergency Health Services for minor injuries, said Cst. Paré. The three suspects were released from police custody without charge pending further investigation. No further information is being released by the RCMP at this time.
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Resident presents an analogy to consider Things fall apart. Governance should be pretty boring, but the pages of this paper seem to devote a lot of ink to disputes under that topic heading. Specifically, the issue of zoning changes and the impact it’s having on people, our relationships to each other and our council. People make assumptions when they move to Peachland and make an investment in property here, most likely the biggest investment of their lives. Let’s think about the nature of those assumptions by considering another investment we make almost weekly: buying gasoline for our cars. When you fill up your tank you make assumptions about the volume measurement - that a litre isn’t actually 900 ml for example, and that the additives in the fuel won’t harm your engine. You expect the station will take measures to ensure water that condenses in the underground tanks on a daily basis is filtered out along with sediments and so on. All of these assumptions you make every time you fill up. I’m pretty sure that most of us don’t even think about those assumptions. Why is that? The reason is that the government rules on the fuel business are closely monitored/followed and they don’t change very often. Back to our issue. When the Peachland council changes the zoning based on the request of a property developer, it’s the same as if a gas station asked the government if they can stop filtering the water out of their gasoline because it would mean they don’t have to deal with all that contaminated water. It might cause some damage to some cars, but most would be okay and the gas station would make more money, pay more taxes, employ more people because they could sell their gas a few cents cheaper, and they don’t have all that nasty water to deal with. Overall a lot of big wins
- let’s approve it! Except for those few unfortunate souls whose vehicles will be ruined. I believe the approach to zoning changes from our plan is essentially the same. People are assuming the rules in place - the rules which have established and preserved the nature of the neighbourhood they buy in - will be followed and won’t change very often, and most importantly, that they won’t suffer the loss of value in their life’s biggest investment. Comments about “buying all the land around to protect your view” for example, are the same as telling people to buy up all the existing gasoline because maybe next week it will have a new additive, or will be unfiltered for water, or some other thing that could ruin your new car that you’ll be making payments on for many years to come, whether it’s ruined or not. Why do we even have a council? For this exact reason. People are depending on their government to protect them from interlopers who have determined that if they don’t have to follow the rules, they can profit handsomely. In other places where the local town councils don’t work well, people take matters into their own hands. As recently as this January, a good friend lost a brother who was shot dead over a property dispute in a small town like Peachland. If our government can’t be relied upon to enforce the rules, and be extremely judicious in changing the rules, it all falls apart. Next time you’re filling your car with gas, think about the governance that goes on behind the scenes that allows you to make all kinds of assumptions that your car investment is protected, and not even think about which station is safe to buy from this week. Robert Muller, Peachland
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Alleged police impersonator spotted by off-duty cop on Drought Hill PEACHLAND VIEW A 64-year-old man is facing potential charges after allegedly impersonating a police officer on Drought Hill last Saturday. The incident happened on May 1 just before 3 p.m., when an off-duty officer noticed a non-police vehicle with what appeared to be police lights in the grill. The vehicle appeared to have another car pulled over near the intersection of Hwy 97 and Drought Rd., RCMP Cpl. Jocelyn Noseworthy said in a release issued Tuesday afternoon. The off-duty RCMP officer spotted the man allegedly conducting what investigators believed to be a traffic stop, Cpl. Noseworthy stated. The concerned off-duty officer reported this to the West Kelowna RCMP and a front line officer located the suspicious vehicle and initiated an investigation, where it was found that a white smaller sized SUV had strobing lights on the dash, consistent with
police vehicles. “While dealing with the driver the officer noted signs of alcohol consumption, and open alcohol was located inside the vehicle,” said Noseworthy. The driver was taken into custody and later released on conditions for a future court date. He was also issued a 90-day Immediate Roadside Prohibition and his vehicle was impounded under the BC Motor Vehicle Act. The investigation is ongoing, and the full file will be submitted to the BC Prosecution Service for a fulsome review and charge assessment. “RCMP is appealing to anyone who witnessed this incident or has any other information that may aid our investigators to contact the West Kelowna RCMP,” said Noseworthy. “We will be looking into potential connections with other reports of possible police impersonation.” At this time the RCMP have not established any direct links with other reports. Anyone with information can contact the West Kelowna RCMP at 250 768 2880.
FOR SENIORS How seniors can approach exercise Exercise is a vital component of a healthy lifestyle. By making exercise part of their day-to-day routines, people of all ages, including men and women over the age of 65, can greatly improve their overall health. The American Academy of Family Physicians notes that seniors should aspire to be as active as possible. Exercise is a great way to incorporate physical activity into your daily routine and has been linked to reduced risk for diseases such as heart disease, diabetes and osteoporosis. Though adults with chronic illnesses may be hesitant to exercise, the AAFP notes that it’s possible for men and women who have been diagnosed with such conditions to exercise safely. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that regular physical activity is one of the most important things seniors can do for their health and can potentially prevent many health problems associated with aging.
Frequency of exercise Seniors, particularly those who have not exercised much in the past, may not know how much exercise they need to reap the full rewards of physical activity. Though it’s best to discuss exercise with a physician prior to beginning a new regimen, various public health agencies advise seniors to get at least 2.5 hours of moderate aerobic exercise each week. Brisk walking is one example of moderate
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Is strength training safe for seniors? The CDC advises seniors to incorporate muscle-strengthening activities into their weekly fitness routines twice per week. Lifting waits, working with resistance bands, heavy gardening, and even some forms of yoga qualify as muscle-strengthening activities. Exercises that use your body weight for resistance, such as sit-ups and push-ups, also can help build strength. Always speak with a physician before beginning a muscle-strengthening exercise regimen and, if possible, work with a personal trainer, especially if you’re a novice. When to stop a workout It’s imperative that seniors recognize when to stop working out. Exercising more than is recommended by your doctor can increase the risk of illness or injury. In addition, stop exercising if any of the following symptoms appear: • Dizziness or shortness of breath; • Chest pain or pressure; • Swollen joints; • Nausea; • Tightness in muscles or joints;
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Gold mining site halfway up the Connector could reopen later this year MORGAN HAMPTON
LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER Gold Mountain Mining Corp., a B.C. based gold and silver exploration and development company which now owns and operates the Elk Gold Project, a past-producing mine approximately 60km from Peachland, recently announced some exciting news. The company has been re-logging previously drilled core samples, and performing additional test drills to determine the quality of gold at the site, which covers nearly 17,000 hectares. The result of the test drilling revealed that Gold Mountain is poised to access some exceptional gold deposits, even outpacing what the mine had previously produced through
mining of what is known as the ‘Mother Shoot’, an open pit which produced roughly 97 grams of gold per ton (g/t). “We’re extremely encouraged by the results of our 1,300 vein down-dip drilling, highlighted with our 124 gram per ton intercept over 42 cm,” said chief operating officer, Grant Carlson. According to Ronald Woo, Gold Mountain president, the exploratory drilling has had a remarkable success rate virtually unseen in other operations. “We’ve seen a lot of success from this drill program, 100 per cent of the drills intercepted mineralization, which is really unheard of,” said Woo. This discovery came on the heels of Gold Mountain’s announcement last month which indicated that the first
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few thousand metres of samples had resulted in 213 g/t, or roughly $13,000 per ton. “Now coming out of this Phase One drill program we have results showing that not only is there more ounces to
find in our shallow open pit scenario, but this deep drilling really starts to establish the underground potential of the mine,” said CEO Kevin Smith. According to Resource World, in underground
mining, roughly 30 g/t is considered high grade, although amounts as low as 5 g/t are still often considered economically viable, meaning that the Elk Gold Project is set to see high returns on extraction.
“These results at the tail end of our Phase 1 drill program bring our hit rate to 100 per cent. Every drill hole from this program returned significant gold intercepts,” Smith told Resource World magazine. “… Having these holes return some of our highest grades is a welcomed surprise. Additionally, we continue to uncover phenomenal grades from our relogging program that is proving to be an economical way to fill gaps in our model. The Elk gold project continues to demonstrate excellent continuity and expandability.” Gold Mountain plans to see Phase One, a 19,000 oz. production profile beginning in the fourth quarter of this year. This will ideally lead to a proposed increase of up to 50,000 oz by 2025.
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Family celebrates birthday with personalized bat house DARLENE HARTFORD BEEPS
Lyndsey Rosevear wanted a unique birthday gift to honour and pay tribute to her dad. Lyndsey says the Gasthaus Restaurant is a special place to them as a family because it represents laughter, family time and time off work. Jim Rosevear, Lyndsey’s dad, lives in Merritt and travels regularly to Peachland for boating on Okanagan Lake with family and friends. Every outing includes docking at the day wharf and enjoying lunch at the Gasthaus. Lyndsey likes to support community and give back where she can, and wanted to acknowledge BEEPS work
in bat conservation. A personalized bat house showcasing the Rosevear name was mounted 12 feet above the restaurant’s front gate on an adjacent pine tree. Overhead lights above the gate were changed to the bat friendly colour, red, in consideration of the light adverse eyes of the myotis bat. Bat activity in the Beach Ave. downtown core is a familiar nightly sight and Gasthaus manager Andrew Neville was happy to accommodate Lyndsey’s kind gesture. The Gasthaus outdoor patio has previously been a haven to birds, also. When the patio was closed for two weeks during COVID restrictions, robins built a nest in the branches of
a patio alcove while an owl was found perched undercover in one of the larger outdoor seating areas. Both sections were corded off for privacy from patrons until the eggs were hatched and both the chicks and owl flew off. The actions taken by both Lyndsey and the Gasthaus, exemplify practices of science citizens working towards a healthier ecosystem. Lyndsey says now her dad gets to deepen his knowledge about the cute little myotis and share with others the little slice of Peachland that he loves. Personalized bat houses include family or business name or logo, and can be ordered through BEEPS at peachlandbats@gmail. com.
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Organizations showing Mother Nature love with watershed–wide community clean up JOANNE LAYH Illegal dumpsites and abandoned vehicles litter the area of Peachland’s drinking water source and this weekend, two organizations are spearheading an effort to do something about it. The Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance (PWPA), Okanagan Forestry Task Force and a number of other organizations are joining together this Mother’s Day weekend “to show Mother Nature some love” with a watershed-wide community clean up. The numerous illegal dump sites in Peachland’s community watersheds include abandoned vehicles, unauthorized campgrounds and target ranges. “Illegal dumping is on the rise. The task force’s goal is simple: to work to keep forests clean and to bring public awareness to the issue of illegal dumping in local forested areas,” said Kane Blake of the Okanagan Forest Task Force. “Since we started September 2015, we have managed to remove 141,980 pounds of garbage and pulled out 170,520 pounds of scrap metal from the area. That is an amazing 312,500 pounds of waste that was illegally dumped in the forests around valley.” The Distinct of Peachland is continually removing vehicles from Deep Creek, a steep ravine that supplies community water but is also a target for stolen vehicles. Just this past Saturday, a tow company and Peachland Fire and Rescue Service pulled some vehicles out of the Peachland Creek ravine, approximately 600 feet down. There are more wrecks a bit further downstream and the municipality will be working with the appropriate authorities to have them removed, as well.
“We can all do our part to make a positive difference in our watersheds,” said Jack Gerow, chair of the Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance. “If you know of any illegal dumping in our watersheds, such as household waste or abandoned vehicles, please contact us with the locations. We need to keep our watersheds and their waterways clean and safe for humans and for fish.” Alex Morrison, communications chair of the PWPA, told the View that because of
COVID and all sorts of other reasons, there are more people now using the watershed than they’ve seen in the past. “Whether it’s industrial activity, or whether it’s more people recreating, more people with motorized equipment, motor boats and dirt bikes and that kind of thing, more people are becoming aware that there’s this amazing place for people to get out and experience the outdoors,” Morrison said. “There’s impacts to that because as more people find out
that there’s wilderness, more people also use it for illegal dumping and that kind of thing.” Over 15 groups are expected to attend the event, and members of the public are invited to get involved as well, keeping to small cohorts such as family bubbles. Residents who would like to pitch in and help other community volunteers are invited to attend the event and help out for as long as they like. The event takes place on Saturday, May 8 from 9
a.m. to 3 p.m. and will kick off with a safety meeting at 9 a.m. sharp at km 0 Brenda Mines Rd, at the top of Princeton Ave. For specific coordinate email peachlandpwpa@gmail.com.
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769,000
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MLS®10228999
3424 East Boundary Road, West Kelowna
Never before on the market, this lovely and well cared for family home shows pride of ownership and is on a huge, pool sized, almost half acre private lot. This 3 bedroom home can easily be four once again and is ideally located directly across from Chief Tomat Elementary School so traffic slows here for the school zone!! Roof and windows are only 2 years old and the upper deck has just been resurfaced. The detached shop is 20’ x 30’ and insulated.
6093 Ellison Ave - Beautiful lake and mountain views can be enjoyed from this lovely updated well maintained rancher walkout in desirable Peachland. Situated on a large lot this 5 Bed / 3.5 Bath has room for the whole family! Hardwood / tile flooring, granite countertops, ss appliances, large covered deck ~ great for entertaining! 2 bed plus den in law suite on the lower level with a covered patio. Double garage and plenty of extra parking. This home is a must see! MLS® 10230107
Sandy Realtor Chevallier 250-718-2761 ®
Each office is independently owned and operated.
chevy@royallepage.ca
$449,000
#308-4630 Ponderosa Drive
Quiet, peaceful top floor townhome with many tasteful updates, lake and mountain views, 2 bedrooms, 2 bath, sq ft of living space, cozy gas F/P in the living room, large deck with an awning, in-floor radiant heat and gas fireplace are included in the low monthly strata fee of $245.00, pets allowed 1 dog 14”at the shoulder, with restriction and approval, no rentals, common area MLS®10228171 recreation/party room with a full kitchen/bathroom.
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