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A ban on pool owners tapping into the domestic water supply could be on the verge of collapsing. North Okanagan Regional District phones have been ringing off the hook since the decision was made last week to prevent pools from being filled or refilled, and the entire issue will be before the NORD board May 5. “It’s being reviewed,” said Al Cotsworth, utility manager, of the decision. Restrictions were placed on water going into pools because of low snowpack and reservoirs. “This is the worst event we’ve seen in 41 years,” said Cotsworth of water supply. As part of the board discussion May 5, the local pool industry will provide information on water use, pool types, how many people work in the sector and its economic impact. “We need the data to make an informed decision,” said Cotsworth. Director Jack Gilroy is already vowing to make a motion that allows residents to fill their pools. “They need water in their pool or the sides cave in,” he said. “There will be some impact on water supply but we have to take care of people too.” At least one pool installer has had orders cancelled since the regulations came into place, and he has laid his staff off.
“We have to take care of people too.” — Jack Gilroy “It’s a multi-million-dollar industry. We’ll be putting people out of business,” said Gilroy. Resident Robin Cleaveley told Vernon council Monday that the regulations put his pool at risk. “I need to put water in my pool to maintain my investment. It will deteriorate without water,” he said. There is also concern that if pools weren’t fully drained last year, or if they collect rain, that they will pose a public health threat. “I have a mosquito breeding factory in my backyard,” said Cleaveley. Coun. Buffy Baumbrough supports the regional district taking a look at the regulations. “We have to balance between someone wanting to protect an expensive asset while dealing with a shortage of water,” she said. But until the NORD board debates the matter May 5, the regulations prohibiting residents from using the water supply for filling pools remains in place. Options pool owners can pursue to fill their pools include using a water hauler, well or lake if it is available to them.
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Proposal calls for Polson Park road to be shut down RICHARD ROLKE
ease congestion next to the water park and the ponds, and to reduce the potential of Leisurely drives through Polson Park may people being hit by vehicles. ultimately hit a roadblock. “The safety that can be achieved The City of Vernon and the by removing vehicles is significant.” North Okanagan Regional District The road would still be used are considering long-range plans by service vehicles, and could be for the park, and two options opened during special events or for include closing the internal road arranged tours. off to public traffic. Any parking lost through the “Both options call for adapting closure of the road would be made the road for cycling and pedesup by expanding or reconfiguring trian purposes,” said Kim Flick, parking lots elsewhere in Polson Kim Flick the city’s manager of planning Park. and building. Support for the plan comes from The primary thrust of the proposal is to Coun. Jack Gilroy. Morning Star Staff
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News Tourism booth to crack doors open RICHARD ROLKE
NORD will be approached for capital funds because it Tourists entering Vernon used to operate the tourism from the north will have some- service locally and had offered where to stop for information money to demolish the structhis year. ture, which had been deemed City council has to be in poor repair. decided to pump It has also been $25,000 into operdecided that the north ating the visitors visitors centre will only centre next to Swan focus on the North Lake, while the Okanagan as opposed North Okanagan to a Tourism B.C.Regional District sanctioned facility will be approached because the provincial for funds to repair Mary-Jo O’Keefe agency has strict operthe structure. ating requirements “It will allow us with no additional to operate the booth this year,� funding allocated. said Coun. Mary-Jo O’Keefe. As an example, Michelle Because the tourism depart- Jefferson, tourism manager, ment’s budget was already says B.C. Tourism has set allotted, the $25,000 will come hours that a centre must be from the economic develop- open and that doesn’t reflect ment function. local needs. Opposition to that decision “We want to be open later came from Coun. Bob Spiers. in the evening so we can cap“We’re talking about taking ture the travelling public,� she it away from economic devel- said. opment but maybe they have Council has also reaffirmed a reason for it being in there,� its commitment to try and CORY BIALECKI/MORNING STAR he said of that department’s centralize tourism information Kim Nasipayko paints B.C.’s flag at the north end tourism booth while joining Kalamalka Rotary Club members in International budget. activities in the future. Rotarians At Work Day Saturday. Morning Star Staff
External review of city hall operations shot down “It will provide an evaluation of all other non-core but essential and valued services Activities at Vernon city hall will come and make recommendations on how and under scrutiny but not the broad review one whether they are sustainable in the future,� official wanted. he said. Council defeated Coun. Bob Spiers bid “It may provide different methods of for an external core service delivering services at a lower cost, and review Monday, but it has may lead us to new revenue sources so decided to launch a process to we continue to provide both core and look internally within the next non-core but essential services.� month. Spiers believes that without a core “It’s important that we review, property taxes will have to review our services on a reguclimb to cover city activities. lar basis but that doesn’t mean He did support the move towards we have to hire someone from an internal review. Bob Spiers outside,� said Coun. Mary-Jo “Hopefully we’ll find a way to make O’Keefe. the system sustainable. We have to Spiers says a core review decide what our priorities are in terms would have ensured that all vital services, of services,� he said. such as infrastructure and police, are delivCoun. Jack Gilroy was firmly opposed to ered in an efficient manner and are finan- an external review. cially sustainable. “The staff of our city do a tremendous
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Police say tips continue to “pour in” as they investigate the disappearance of Brittney Lee Irving earlier this month. “Crime Stoppers tips continue to pour in in regards to that investigation,” said Kelowna RCMP Supt. Bill McKinnon. He encourages people to continue to provide any information they may know about Irving’s disappearance to them. “That’s how cases are solved,” said McKinnon. “We Brittney Irving need the information from the general public.” On April 6, Irving, who was born and raised in the North Okanagan, and still has numerous friends and family in the area, was last seen at a motel on Harvey Avenue in Kelowna before reporting she was going to meet someone in the Rutland area. Police are investigating information that she was going to meet a drug dealer. The following morning, Irving was reported missing and her blue Ford Explorer was found on a pullout on Philpott Road, off Highway 33, the evening of April 7. A door to door canvas in the area, as well as an aerial search, turned up no new information, police have reported. RCMP are treating the disappearance as suspicious, and ask anyone with information to call West Kelowna RCMP at 250-768-2880 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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A 50-year-old man is facing charges after Vernon RCMP discovered a grow-op in a home in the 200 block of Antoine Road. Police were originally called to the scene shortly before 6 p.m. Saturday to check on an 11-year-old girl who had reportedly been left alone at the residence. When officers arrived at the home, they found a 50-year-old man standing outside, and also noticed a strong odour of growing marijuana coming from the home. The man was arrested and a search warrant was obtained. Inside, police found 334 marijuana plants, which were seized, along with evidence of Hydro theft going. As for the girl, she showed up at the home with a friend while police were there. Police believe she had been at the friend’s home.
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Rock slide creates a stir ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
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A large cloud of dust forms near the Enderby Cliffs Monday, after what’s believed to have been a slide. over to where I could see the Cliffs. The rumbling stopped. We ran down the road and the dust kept coming up and up. I’m assuming a pile of rocks came down.” The noise was loud enough that Julie could hear the sound over the music playing in her ears courtesy of her mp3 player. “We’ve seen when the ice melts, water falls off the Cliffs and we’ve heard big chunks of ice falling,” said Alice. “This was louder, oh yeah, really loud.” A number of residents saw the huge cloud of dust forming in the area near the Cliffs, which is popular with hiking enthusiasts
Cash stolen at complex ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
The cash float was not among the items being sold at one table of a community garage sale Saturday at the Vernon Recreation Complex. Vernon RCMP were called to the rec centre at around noon following a complaint of a man trying to steal money from one of the tables. “The male suspect was confronted by a person working at the table,” said Vernon RCMP spokesman Gord Molendyk. “He dropped the cash and took off.” The suspect was arrested by police a short time later. He was taken into custody to not only face a charge of theft under $5,000, but the 31-year-old also had outstanding warrants on some other matters.
as a path leads up to the top of the formation. Enderby RCMP Const. J. Elvin said an initial report of a rockslide was unsubstantiated. “We ensured there were no pedestrians hiking in the area, and we spoke to one person up there who said there was no need to be concerned for the safety of others,” said Elvin.
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“There was no property damage and nobody was injured.” Whatever happened to make the rumbling sound and bring up the large cloud of dust, it wasn’t enough to attract the Ministry of Environment to the site. Elvin said the dust cloud formed in the larger of the two valleys up beyond the main viewable aspect of the Enderby Cliffs, and whatever happened was not on the path that hikers typically take to the top of the Cliffs. The police received no subsequent calls other than from the one person who advised nobody was hiking in the area. It is not known what caused part of the Cliffs to give way.
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modate our needs,” said Buffy Baumbrough, a Local politicians Vernon city councillor believe new meat pro- who has been fighting cessing rules ignore the regulations since the North they were creO k a n a g a n’s ated. needs. One of the The pronew licences vincial gov(Class D) ernment has will permit introduced geographicaltwo new catly-restricted egories of sales in nine licences to Baumbrough designated B.C.’s meat areas while the inspection other licence regulations. (Class E) allows for the “It’s a positive move on-farm slaughter of a for up north but it small number of anidoesn’t easily accom- mals annually for direct Morning Star Staff
sales to local consumers in rural communities that cannot support a fully licensed facility. The North Okanagan is not one of the nine designated areas for Class D licences, and North Okanagan Regional District director Rick Fairbairn believes Class E will be too restrictive. “I don’t see it helping our problem,” he said. “It won’t give a break to small-scale producers for farm-gate sales. There’s a general discontent from the farming community on
what’s been presented.” Baumbrough says Class E training isn’t available yet, and believes the process to get such a licence could be too bureaucratic for producers. “It’s not even clear if they can get a Class E licence here,” he said, adding that the North Okanagan should be one of the Class D distinct areas in B.C. “I want the application of the regulations provincewide.” Eric Foster, VernonMonashee MLA, supports the new licence
IHA resolves dispute at hospital Morning Star Staff
Area orthopedic surgeons and the Interior Health Authority have reached agreement on the medical on-call availability program funding. The deal means an end to the dispute over funding which led to the withdrawal of some services as of April 1. Effective immediately, all six sites that were impacted – including Vernon Jubilee Hospital – will return to normal service levels. “Both parties met in good faith, and in the spirit of co-operation, we exchanged our viewpoints in hopes of resolving this issue,” said Kelly Murphy, corporate director for medical administration for IHA. “We value the time and effort orthopedic surgeons dedicate to providing care to patients across IH, and we’re very pleased that we now have an agreement and we can move forward.”
“We value the time and effort orthopedic surgeons dedicate.” — Kelly Murphy Orthopedic surgeons will be reinstated to Level 1 funding immediately, which, according to the physician master agreement, is availability by telephone within 10 minutes, and available to be on-site within 45 minutes. Physicians are paid annual amounts for 24/7 coverage, according to IHA, and level one pays $225,000. What led to the dispute was IHA cancel-
ling level one and offering level two, where the surgeons’ availability by telephone is within 15 minutes, and available to be on-site within two hours. Level two pays $165,000. As part of the new agreement, the B.C. Orthopedic Association will work collaboratively with IHA to support several ongoing patient care and organizational initiatives.
“The BCOA is pleased that an agreement has been reached, and we look forward to working together with IH on future initiatives that will lead to improved patient care,” said Derek Plausinis, BCOA co-president. During the dispute, call coverage for non-life-or-limb emergencies pertaining to orthopedic patients was shared between six sites: Vernon and Kamloops; Kelowna and Penticton; and Cranbrook and Trail. There were at least 22 transfer cases within IHA between April 1 and 12.
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Council calls for meeting over Rarearth festival solutions to concerns around Rarearth. A report will come back to council in two weeks. Presently, the music must end by 11 p.m., but that was exceeded last year, Raeber says, because of challenges surrounding wind and the wildfires. “We could have issues again and I just want to be ready,” she said of why she is asking for the bylaw to be
extended to midnight on the Friday and 1 a.m. on the Saturday. “I’m not planning to book performers right until 1 a.m. but I need some leeway that I won’t be shut down by bylaw enforcement officers like last year.” She added that the musicians have signed contracts to perform for a certain time period and if that doesn’t occur, she could be sued by them.
Raeber says she’s only aware of one complaint about the music
Police make arrest after alleged assault Morning Star Staff
One youth was arrested after allegedly bear spraying a taxi driver in Lake Country Friday. The incident occurred on Highway 97 between Hill Road and Pollard Road. According to RCMP, the victim states the youth hired his taxi to
take him from downtown Kelowna to his home in Lake Country. Once stopped and parked in a private driveway, the driver requested the $50 fare, and stated the youth refused to pay. A brief struggle ensued, and ended when the youth sprayed the driver and fled.
A police dog was able to find a track, which was followed to a nearby residence. Police located the youth inside the home. He was arrested and taken into custody. The youth is facing charges of assault with a weapon, assault causing bodily harm and fraud. He also had an
House posted under township bylaw Morning Star Staff
A Spallumcheen home under the watch of the RCMP since 2009 is now posted under the township’s drug remuneration bylaw after a marijuana grow-op was discovered. RCMP executed a search warrant in the 4300 block of Hullcar Road around 4 p.m. Friday. In the home and garage, police discovered more than 1,800 marijuana plants in various stages of growth. The plants were seized along with 55 lights which were being operated by a stolen Hydro bypass. No arrests have been made as nobody was home at the time, and the owner of the property lives in the Lower
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here’s no question that shutting down the internal road through Polson Park will be unpopular. After all, residents and tourists have taken the route for granted for decades, and it’s provided easy access for those wanting to feed rats with wings at the pond, or unload diaper bag, stroller, toys, lawn chairs, and picnic basket for an hour of fun at the water park. But closing the road down — as has been proposed by the City of Vernon and the North Okanagan Regional District — makes sense. Primarily, it will ease the congestion and dangerous conditions that exist when vehicles park along the one side of the Richard Rolke road between the water park and the pond. When my children were small, one of my reoccurring fears was someone driving through the park wouldn’t see them as we stepped out from between two parked vehicles. And given that kids are unpredictable and parents don’t have eyes in the back of their head, there is always the prospect of a child darting across the road just to see a duck. A motorist facing that predicament has little space within those narrow confines to avoid hitting the youngster. Granted there hasn’t been a fatality or serious accident there in recent memory, but do we have to wait for a tragedy to occur before action is taken? The other positive that would come from closing the road is that it would it would turn Polson Park into an expanded recreational destination. Imagine people being able to power walk or
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run with ease, knowing that they won’t be run over or have to suck in exhaust fumes. Concerns have surfaced that scrapping thru-traffic will heighten criminal activity and weaken public safety. But I am led to believe that much of the crime occurs at dark when the park is closed and the road is closed. I am also not convinced that hoods are going to be deterred from plying their trade in just the few minutes it takes a for a motorist to make the loop. If anything, opening up the road to pedestrians only will encourage more people to spend time in the park and that’s what will send the bad guys packing (especially if the RCMP and Safe Communities Unit increase their bicycle and foot patrols). Obviously a closed road will present challenges for people with mobility issues, but there are ways to work around that. Perhaps permits can be handed out to those with disabled stickers to use the road, or paved wheelchair paths can link parking lots to the pond, water park and other areas some distance away. The road could also be opened up, under regulated conditions, during special events such as Canada Day or graduation photos. Now before panic spreads and petition campaigns begin, absolutely nothing is written in stone. NORD and the city are working on long-range plans for Polson Park and there is no timeline, or guarantee, that the road will close. Residents will be given opportunities to provide feedback during open houses and an information booth at Canada Day festivities. And I encourage Greater Vernon residents to get involved and provide their thoughts as Polson Park is a vital community asset. But I can only see benefits arising from breaking with tradition and allowing the park to evolve.
If you follow the bouncing headlines you might better understand why people were upset that they suddenly weren’t allowed to fill their swimming pools with water this year. A story in last Wednesday’s Morning Star on page 3 warned ‘Stage two restrictions coming.’ The piece acted as a head’s up for residents that the North Okanagan Regional District board was going to be asked that day to approve restrictions that included sprinkler use only twice a week. This was due to the double whammy of a low snowpack and the unprecedented low level of the reservoirs. OK, seems reasonable enough. Better safe than sorry most people likely thought and who needs a green lawn anyway? And even when just 24 hours later they decided to advance to stage 3, once-a-week watering and no washing of driveways and vehicles or topping up of pools, people took even more notice but likely were on board. Hey, we’re all willing to do our part in a crisis and we should all conserve as best we can at all times, plus people’s livelihoods weren’t threatened, yet. Then, as if on a roll, 24 hours later Greater Vernon residents were banned from filling their pools in the first place, with promises of enforcement. In the span of half a week we went from just considering moving from stage 1 to stage 2 to enforcing stage 3 and taking a direct hit at the pool industry, with not a lot of communication so that people can buy into what the water utlity is trying to achieve so quickly and why. Assuming residents had enough time to actually hear and digest the situation fully. Hopefully a review of the latest decision will give us all a chance to re-evaluate the situation and get everyone on the same page.
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our plea in your recent editorial for maintaining the present 308 seats in Parliament makes good sense on the surface. Do we really need more politicians? However, if you base the average number of voters per riding on statistics for Prince Edward Island, we would end up with 996 federal seats. If you add Nunavut, Labrador, and the Yukon to P.E.I. and average the number of voters per riding, we would end up with 1,100 seats. These figures are based on 2006 figures, the most recent available on the Internet. The smallest riding in 2006 was Labrador with 26,364 voters registered. The largest riding that year was Brampton West with 170,422 voters registered. A single Labrador vote was worth 6.5 times that of a Brampton West vote. How do you think that makes a Brampton voter feel about democracy? Prince Edward Island sends its politicians to Ottawa based on ridings with an average 31,723 voters. Ontario sends its politicians to Ottawa based on an average of 113,451 voters and B.C. sends its politicians to Ottawa A GIVING COMMUNITY I was reading a recent Sunday's paper when it occurred to me the tremendous support people have for fundraisers in our community. Personally, I raised money on several occasions and people are never shy to open up their cheque books for a good cause. Whether it be for a bottle drive or raising money for cancer research, people are there to help. and that's what it's all about; people working together for a good cause. In the March 21 Morning Star, I noticed a large amount of money being donated. A donation of $1,800 was made to the Under One Roof project, $3,500 was donated to the Red Cross, and $1,000 donated to KidSport. This community is great when lending a helping hand, regardless of the reason. In total, there was $21,079.75 in donations to six different organizations, not to mention the 1,800 cans of oranges donated to the food bank by Safeway. Together, we have also raised $3 million for the Tower of Care. It's amazing what a community can do
based on an average of 117,607 voters. The Elections Canada website explains the problem: The least populated province, Prince Edward Island, has been the greatest beneficiary of a guarantee that no province will have fewer seats in the House of Commons than it has in the Senate. This is the "senatorial clause" constitutional amendment of 1915 (subsequently confirmed in the Charter
when we work together. As Henry Ford once said, "Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success." Dexter James GOOD NEWS I am writing this letter to let people know that it is not all bad news. I have had several wonderful experiences lately where my faith in the human race has given me a very warm feeling. I am, to a degree, handicapped, and find many things that I must do very difficult, but to my delight on many occasions, found that there are great people out there willing and happy to help, particularly clerks and store owners. I drive my car but have great difficulty in walking any distance. Needing several things, but not able to walk or stand in line, I found if I parked close to the establishment and called them on my cell phone, they would come out to my car, ask what I needed, and promptly brought the item or items out to show me what they had, and then
in 1982). Prince Edward Island has four electoral districts, instead of the one it would have if its representation were based solely on population. P.E.I. had six seats when it entered Confederation in 1873. Eventually, concern over the continuing loss of seats by some provinces prompted Parliament to adopt the Representation Act, 1974, which guaranteed that no province would lose seats.
in turn, would tell me the amount, take my money, and bring my purchase out to me with big smiles on their faces. It would seem that it made them feel good for helping someone, and certainly it helped me so very much. I thought your readers might enjoy knowing that the world isn't as bad after all, and given half a chance, people are right there willing to help others. I'm proud of these people, and want to thank them so much. Please keep up the good work. M. Nelson ODE TO SPCA Thirteen years ago we found our precious 'Nandra.' She was a pup waiting for adoption at the SPCA here in Vernon. For us she was the perfect companion and when she died last year the grief was more than I expected. It took me one year to come to a place where I felt I could even consider another dog. I decided instead to begin walking other dogs waiting for adoption at the shelter. It was a way for me
The intent was to provide representation bearing in mind the historic undertakings arising out of Confederation and its responsibilities. The greatest beneficiary of this rule was Quebec, which continues to have 75 seats, rather than the 68 warranted by its population. The Representation Act, 1985, brought into effect a new "grandfather clause" that guaranteed each province will have no fewer seats than it received with the 1976 redistribution or had during the 33rd Parliament, when the Act was passed. Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta (my emphasis) are the only provinces that usually have their seat entitlements decided solely based on their populations. The others benefit from the application of the "senatorial" and "grandfather" clauses. The federal legislation enacted over the years makes it impossible to address the imbalance without increasing the number of seats in Ontario, B.C., and Alberta. We have no choice. Linda Wills
to give back, to say "thanks for our Nan." Well, one month later and I am committed. All one has to do is go up there and spend some time with these animals to see how much this can help. Little by little, walk by walk. Yes the first few weeks were challenging. Being an animal lover it is difficult not to feel some sadness. All dogs, cats and domestic animals should have a home and a "someone special to bond with." For those that do not, thank goodness there is the SPCA shelter, with their wonderfully dedicated staff (all women), all the generous volunteers and a palpable heart doing its best to care for all these animals. So if you ever think you might like to walk a dog, do it. There is such a need for this simple act. If more people volunteered to walk a dog, even just twice a week the benefits for all greatly increase. You get exercise, the dog gets a much needed walk, and the stress on the underfunded staff is reduced considerably. This act of kindness is incred-
ibly rewarding and there is always a waggy tail to greet you. Treya Doga
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thoroughbreds. June wanted to share the benefits and joys of riding with as many people as possible and was one of the founders of the North Okanagan Therapeutic Riding Association. She provided the horses and Bill built the specialized equipment needed. “She loved to see the children on the horses, forgetting their problems and having a sense of freedom for that time,” said Ted. “She touched so many people’s lives. She was an extrovert, always positive and accepting of everyone she met.” She was a life member of the Vernon and District Riding Club, Girl Guides of Canada and the Coldstream Women’s Institute. She kept horses on her farm and was able to spend time riding her mare, Java, last summer.
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June Osborn loved life, her family and friends and horses. Osborn, a Coldstream resident for almost 75 years, died Sunday. She was born June 5, 1912 in England and moved to Vancouver Island with her family when she was four. When her older brothers left her sitting on a horse alone one day when she was four, she decided to go for a ride by herself and it was the beginning of a lifelong love affair with horses. Her expertise with horses led to a job as a riding instructor in New Hampshire in 1932. In 1936, she married Bill Osborn and moved to the Osborn family farm in Lavington. The couple had four children — three boys and a girl — and owned a Jersey dairy herd but June always found time for her horses. Many family memories and life lessons learned include horses. “Horses were always part of our life. I was on a horse at three,” recalled her son Ted Osborn. “Horses helped us learn humility, respect and friendship for them and for people. We also learned about overcoming obstacles and dealing with loss when we lost a
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he harmonized sales tax (HST) is the most important thing that can be done to improve our economy. This is important for everyone, but especially for our seniors. As the baby boomer generation approaches retirement, it becomes increasingly necessary that B.C.’s economy also booms. There are many misconceptions surrounding the HST which should be clarified. The HST is not an additional 12 per cent sales tax. It is the current seven per cent PST and five per cent GST combined. Instead of paying two separate taxes, you will pay only one tax at 12 per cent. This reduces administrative costs for businesses. It also reduces administrative costs for the B.C. government. Those savings will be reinvested in services such as health care. As with PST exemptions, many products and services are exempt from the provincial portion of the tax under HST. This is particularly important for those in care facilities. Care facilities will not pay HST on hydro costs,
and they will be eligible for a 57 per cent rebate on the provincial portion of the HST on services that are contracted out, such as laundry and cleaning. They will also not pay the provincial portion of HST on rent. Gasoline, books, children’s-size clothing and footwear, and car seats and booster seats are also exempt from the provincial portion of the HST. There are also several zero-rated or HST-exempt goods Eric Foster and services such as basic groceries, prescription drugs, medical devices such as hearing aids and walkers, personal-care services for the underprivileged or disabled and more. For seniors on a low, fixed income, the B.C. HST credit will offset incremental increases due to the HST. The credit pays $230 for individuals with income up to $20,000 and $230 per family member for families with incomes up to $25,000, and is paid quarterly with the GST credit. The credit will benefit more than 1.1 million British
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Columbians. A value-added sales tax, like the HST, is not uncommon. More than 133 countries have a value-added sales tax. In Canada, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Nova Scotia have had HST for several years. Quebec also has a value added sales tax and Ontario will shift to HST this July. Already, B.C. is on its way to being the most competitive tax regime in Canada and HST is just another step in the right direction. In fact, B.C. will have the lowest HST rate in Canada. When all is said and done, what is really important about the HST is the economic benefits it will bring to our province. In an ever-shrinking world, it will keep us competitive. The HST will help companies remain solvent in a recovering economy – companies that employ British Columbians. This means there will be jobs in B.C. for our children and grandchildren. We never again want our families and young people fleeing from B.C. like they did in the 1990s. The HST will help your families be happily employed, here at home.
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If there’s one thing Goodbye Beatdown has in spades, it’s a little luck of the Irish. Formed on St. Patrick’s Day 2009, the band’s first year in business reads more like the promo for a 10-year reunion tour than a whirlwind breakout on the indie music scene. About to headline a show at Sneakers Sports Bar in Vernon Thursday, May 6, the band has already won one of the oldest live music competitions in Canada, opening for Bif Naked at the Commodore Ballroom as their “platinum winners” prize; played with idols they watched growing up such as Swollen Members, and warmed the stage for the likes of Default, Finger Eleven and Sean Kingston. Oh, and on the 12th day –– 12 days into the existence of the band that is –– CBC personality and Canadian rock fan/journalist George Stroumboulopoulos gave them their name. “We were volunteering at the Junos and we asked George Stroumboulopoulos what he thought and that’s what he came up with. So after we received the name, we proceeded to go to the studio and record some music,” said the auspiciously named Mark Luongo, who just happens to share a last name with his hometown’s Olympic Canuck hero Roberto Luongo. Like the man in the net, the band’s lead man makes it all sound simple, though realistically, their meteoric rise has taken the best of timing, happenstance and dedication to pull off. From the time the band connected, it only took them three months to lay their first tracks, meaning they’re both driven and incredibly hardworking.
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Goodbye Beatdown, winners of the 2009 CFOX Seeds contest, play Sneakers Sports Bar May 6 with opening acts, Vernon’s Poor Little Rich Girl and Burlington Ont.’s Walk off the Earth. This Luongo golden boy says one of his favourite experiences as a band member thus far was opening for Sam Roberts at the Surrey Arts Centre’s main stage during the Winter Olympics. The band played a tricked-out rendition of the national anthem with the guitar amp cranked so high it even blew the band members’ minds. “It was amazing on a whole other level,” said Luongo. “I don’t think I’ve ever quite had a patriotic moment of that magnitude.” Since the performance the band has expanded.
Newest member James Kennedy decided to leave his day job as a disc jockey at Vancouver’s 99.3 The Fox after the band won the station’s long-standing Seeds live independent rock contest with the first song they ever recorded. The original members laid the track last June and spent the summer touring as the contest wound its way to the grand finale in August. Along the way they played a couple of gigs with Kennedy and, last fall, after watching the group walk away with the contest title, he decided to put his on-air personality
pursuits aside and give the band his “once in a lifetime” best shot. “It was a tough decision because he knew he couldn’t be an aspiring DJ and in a rock band,” said Luongo, who credits the Seeds win with solidifying their presence as a B.C. band. Building their name throughout the province is going to be very important for the group as they head into their second year and they’re hoping their upcoming concert at Sneakers will go a long way toward establishing that presence. Doing all the promotions off the side of his desk while running his own business as a music teacher has made the band’s first year pretty tough for Luongo, though he appears to do a good job of it. His description of the concert suggests the band will meld “the best dance-floor elements of roots-rock, reggae, electric blues, funk, soul, and urban hip-hop into a modern boogie mélange which recalls the energy of Sublime and the Red Hot Chili Peppers while maintaining a sound and image all their own. Opening for Goodbye Beatdown is Poor Little Rich Girl, whose new lead guitar player Luke Mortenson is a rebirth of the popular Vernon band. “(He) is incredibly talented, and our sound has become much more diversified and impactful,” said PLRG vocalist/guitarist Cory Myraas. “We’re currently in the process of tracking instruments for our debut 11-song CD, hopefully coming out in autumn 2010.” Also opening is Burlington, Ont. trio Walk off the Earth. The May 6 triple bill at Sneakers (in the Village Green Hotel) starts at 8 p.m. There is no cover charge.
Fans drink up tickets for SodaPOP feat. Hannah Montana sidekick Morning Star Staff
OK tweens, get ready to scream. MuchMusic’s SodaPOP music festival is hitting the road for its first annual nationwide tour, which brings some of today’s hottest international and domestic pop artists to 16 Canadian cities from Vancouver to Halifax, and yes, it includes Vernon. Headlining this year’s festival is Hannah Montana’s Emily Osment, supported by Toronto-born singer/songwriter Jesse Labelle, R&B sensation Danny Fernandes, dance-rock outfit The New Cities and introducing pop phenom Alyssa Reid. The events kicks off June 5 in Vancouver, and makes its way to the Vernon Performing
Arts Centre June 6. The MuchMusic sponsored festival is a young adult focused lifestyle event that promises to be more than just a concert. As a fully interactive experience it will incorporate large screens with featured video footage from the artists and MuchMusic, gaming stations and interactive booths. The festival also offers audiences a unique opportunity to interact directly with the artists through a post show Fanfest/ autograph session that will take place following each night’s performance. The event is in support of UNICEF and its efforts in the earthquake ravaged nation of Haiti. With nearly half the population of Haiti
under the age of 15, it is fitting that the festival’s young artists and audiences should have the opportunity to assist UNICEF in their efforts, said Susan Larkin, director of community engagement for UNICEF Canada. “The tour gives Canadian youths the opportunity to help their Haitian peers who are the most vulnerable during this disaster,” she said. “We sincerely thank the tour organizers, sponsors, artists and fans for helping us to raise funds that will put Haiti’s children at the centre of reconstruction for a new Haiti.” At the end of each night’s performance all participating artists will join together in an
updated rendition of the ‘80s hit single Pop Goes The World. A studio re-recording of the song by all the artists will also be made available for sale digitally with profits going to UNICEF’s Haiti efforts. In addition, festival organizers will be selling SodaPOP 2010 souvenir balls, which act as the purchaser’s pass to the post show Fanfest/autograph session. A portion of the sales from these balls will be donated to UNICEF. Tickets to attend the SodaPOP music festival are $34 and as of press time were close to selling out. Call or visit the Ticket Seller box office (250-549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca) for availability.
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Art is blossoming once again in Oyama. Artists from both the North and Central Okanagan are about to come together for the 17th annual Spring Splash art show and sale. The event takes place Sunday at the Oyama Community Hall. “Over the years, this popular show of original paintings and sculptures has seen a steady increase attendance,” said Vernon participant Evalynne McDougall in a press release. “Patrons enjoy the friendly atmosphere, light refreshments and especially the opportunity to talk with participating artists.”
RETIREMENT ANNOUNCEMENT We are honoured to host a retirement social for Judy Heaton, Finance Clerk who is retiring after 12 years of service to the City of Armstrong. Please drop by on Thursday, May 6, 2010 between 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Armstrong City Hall, 3570 Bridge Street. Refreshments will be provided. Mayor, Council & Staff
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North Okanagan residents Mae Roberts (back, left), Margaret Foster, Beryl Goodall, Gail Short (front, left) Michael Jell and Gary Whitley are some of the artists showing their work at Sunday’s Spring Splash in Oyama. Gladys Goode, a favourite of artists and Spring Splash followers alike, has donated a framed original painting for a draw to take place during the show. Proceeds go to the Canadian Cancer
Society in memory of cancer victim and Spring Splash founder Carol Amyotte. This year’s Spring Splash participants include Cindy Downey, Margaret Foster, Beryl Goodall, Audrey
Hobos play bluegrass from P.E.I. Morning Star Staff
Get ready for a foot stomping, hollering ruckus at the Armstrong Inn Saturday when the Grass Mountain Hobos play music more akin to the Ozarks than the red sand beaches of P.E.I. Hailing from the small island province nestled in the Atlantic, Hobos Josh Ellis (lead vocals/guitar), Peter Cann (guitar), Peter Webb (banjo), Thomas Webb (big bass bull fiddle), Thomas Kirkham (mandolin) and Gordie MacKeeman (fiddle) promise to put on a doozy of a show. Winners of the 2009 and 2010 East Coast Music Association’s Bluegrass Recording of the Year award and five Music P.E.I. awards, the Hobos are steeped in old-time bluegrass music. With two albums under their belts, their self-titled debut and latest release Zoot!, this is the Grass Mountain Hobos’
fourth cross Canada adventure. The band just finished playing 10 shows in Vancouver during the Winter Olympics, and were met with rave reviews as well as featured on Canada AM live from the Athletes Village in Whistler. They have also played at many festivals, including the Cavendish Beach Music Festival, StanFest, Lunenburg Folk Festival and the Fred Eaglesmith Picnic. Those wanting a sneak sound bite of the Hobos’ music can download the band’s song Whiskey Night for free at www.grassmountainhobos.com. People can also request songs for the band to play at www.facebook.com/ GrassMountainHobos. The Grass Mountain Hobos start their show at the Armstrong Inn at 8 p.m. Advance tickets are $12. Call 250546-3056 to reserve.
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This year’s guest artist is Diana Palmer. Spring Splash takes place between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the Oyama Community Hall off Highway 97. Turn on to Oyama Road in between Wood and Kalamalka Lakes and look for the directional signs. “We look forward to seeing you at the best little art show in the valley,” said McDougall.
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John Bell makes his acting debut as Tomás (here with his seal pup friend) in A Shine of Rainbows. nous stone tower that’s reputed to be the petrified remains of an ancient king. However, his new mother does everything in her power to give him the security he’s never had, to discover there can be joy in life, and to see colour where there was none before. Thanks to her influence, Tomás begins to feel at home on the island, and discovers the value of kindness by befriending an abandoned seal pup. The film was directed by Vancouver-based Vic Sarin, who also wrote the script. As a successful member of the Canadian Society of Cinematographers, he was also director of photography. It was on his insistence the film be shot on film negative rather than the digital (i.e. HD tape) format popular with many lower budget films. The rugged and often remote region of the Innishowen Peninsula in Northern Ireland provided idyllic shooting conditions. “Once we decided
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The North Okanagan Regional District continues to make progress on its regional growth strategy. NORD is looking for public opinion and what options should be included in the strategy. “Surveys and open houses will be held later on in 2010, and all residents of the North Okanagan are encouraged to get involved in the discussion,” said Anthony Kittel, regional growth strategy co-ordinator. “If you have an opinion or would like more information,
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Communities in Bloom is inviting Greater Vernon residents to get growing. The inaugural Greater Vernon landscape and garden contest is underway, with categories for residential yards, residential patios or decks and businesses. “Entry forms for the contest must be received by June 19 at 4 p.m., and can be submitted online to cibvernon@gmail.com, or dropped off at either of the sponsor businesses,” said Tannis Nelson, the North Okanagan Regional District’s community development co-ordinator. The competition is being sponsored by Art Knapp Plantland and Swan Lake Nurseryland. Entries will be shortlisted, and only those entries that have made the shortlist will be contacted. On-site judging of the shortlisted gardens will take place between June 27 and 28, and winners will be announced at an award ceremony after July 6. Entry forms are available at both sponsor locations, as well as at Vernon city hall and online: www.vernon. ca/communities_in_ bloom. Pick up an entry form at Swan Lake Nurseryland or Art Knapp Plantland, and for information, call Nelson at 250-550-3689.
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North Okanagan residents can give mothers and babies a boost simply by turning on their radios. Sun FM will hold its annual National Day of Caring for Kids Radiothon at the Village Green Mall, Thursday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Village Green Mall. The goal is to raise funds to equip a labour delivery recovery and post partum room for the maternal/ child unit at Vernon Jubilee Hospital. “Our listeners and this Betty Selin community have come through year after year to support our local maternal child unit and I know they’ll come through again,” said Brian Martin, co-host of Sun FM’s morning show. “It’s 12 amazing hours and I’m looking forward to meeting lots of great people.” The event kicks off with a drive-thru coffee, by donation, at Starbucks at the Village Green Mall from 6 to 9 a.m. Betty Selin, who also hosts the morning show, describes the radiothon as her favourite day of the year. “We get to hear the stories of the great experiences parents have at Vernon Jubilee,” she said. “People may not realize how busy the maternal child unit is, but 823 babies has been born since the last radiothon. We’re so excited that when the new tower of care opens, one of the birthing rooms will be funded thanks to the generosity of
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Since last year, members of the Lower Shuswap Stewardship Society have been working to preserve the river in the Enderby area. The public is invited to attend the society’s annual general meeting at 7 p.m. May 5 at the Riverside Community Hall in Ashton Creek. “There will be three guest speakers following the committee and financial reports and election of officers,” said president Jean Clark. “Bob Harding, from the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, will be speaking about the Shuswap River mapping project, while Jamie Felhauer and biologist Mike Wallis, from the Salmon River Watershed Society, will be talking about what their organization has been doing to preserve the Salmon River.” People will be able to renew their memberships at the meeting, or buy a membership if they are not yet a member of the LSSS. “Everyone will also be able to sign up for two different field trips,” said Clark. “One will be a biodiversity tour of the middle Shuswap River (Silver Hills Ranch in the Cherryville area) on May 14 and 15, and one will be a field trip of the restoration work that has been done on the Salmon River.” For more information about LSSS, go to lowershuswap.org.
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Vipersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; forward Sahir Gill (above left) tries a wraparound on Spruce Grove netminder Vince Marozzi in Game 7 of the Doyle Cup Championship Sunday night at Wesbild Centre; Right: Vernon captain Kevin Kraus hoists the Doyle Cup following the Snakesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 7-3 win over the Saints in Game 7 of the regional series. Vernon advances to the Royal Bank Cup, which starts Saturday in Dauphin, Man.
Snakes stop Saints for RBC return GRAEME CORBETT/KEVIN MITCHELL Morning Star Staff
The No. 1 ranked team in the Canadian Junior A Hockey League is going home. The No. 2 seeded club is off to Dauphin, Man. to defend the Royal Bank Cup Championship. The Vernon Vipers stopped the Spruce Grove Saints 7-3 Sunday night in Game 7 of the regional Doyle Cup series before 1,770 fans at Wesbild Centre. It was Vernonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seventh Doyle Cup title as they finally solved Saintsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; netminder Vince Marozzi, beating the Edmonton product five times on 29 shots, before adding two late empty-netters. The Snakes open the five-team national Junior A tourney Saturday (5 p.m. PT) against host Dauphin Kings. They then tangle with the Western champion La Ronge Ice Wolves Sunday (5 p.m.) before getting a rest day Monday. At noon Tuesday, Vernon goes up against the Central champion Oakville Blades before ending the round-robin Wednesday (noon) against the Eastern representative Brockville Braves. Vipers head coach Mark Ferner credited the Saints for pushing Vernon, a team with a dozen returnees, to the limit after falling behind 3-1 in the series. Spruce Grove forced Game 7 after outlasting the Snakes 3-2 in Game 6 Saturday night before 2,564 fans. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Your backs are against the wall. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to think that Spruce Grove had the momentum winning the last two games. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s either win and move on, or lose and go home,â&#x20AC;? said the former NHL defenceman. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All our guys who have been here before set the tone early.
It looks good on them, they deserve this. And that was a great hockey team we played, so this was very rewarding for them.â&#x20AC;? The Snakesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Jonathan Milhouse used his speed to set up the opening goal in the first period, hustling for a loose puck in the neutral zone to earn a partial shorthanded breakaway. After missing his shot, the Yorba Linda, Calif. product collected the rebound and set up Braden Pimm for a point-blank blast at 9:30. On the very next shift, Vernon defenceman Kevin Kraus, also a California import, covered the puck in the crease during a goalmouth scramble, forcing referee Trevor Hanson to award the Saints a penalty shot. Jordan Draper beat netminder Graeme Gordon high, but rang his shot off the crossbar. Spruce Grove equalized shortly after, as Scott Allen took a feed from Kodie Curran on a broken play and slid his shot under Gordon. Curran and Allen were healthy scratches for Game 6 after they broke curfew with netminder Travis Rolheiser. The Saints dressed call-up netminder Jordan Cooke in place of Rolheiser, who was sent home Saturday. The Saints briefly took the lead when Viper d-man Curtis Gedig giftwrapped a clearing pass from behind the net to Liam Darragh, who beat Gordon (26 saves) low at 16:34. Vernon responded just 13 seconds later by rattling off three goals in a two-minute span to close out the first period. Pimm started the shooting spree as he cruised up the left wing and wired a shot top shelf over Marozziâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shoulder. Cory Kane then took a feed from Kraus, and beat Marozzi from the high slot at 16:47. Kellen Jones finished the onslaught
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with 65 seconds left in the frame, taking a drop pass from Sahir Gill and ripping a shot by Marozzi. It was one of the few times the Grove keeper has been caught out of position in this series. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tonight it seemed like they were hitting posts instead of us,â&#x20AC;? said Pimm, a third-year forward handed BCHL Player of the Week with 3+4 in the series. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were getting the good bounces so I guess the hockey gods were smiling on us today. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These games you play all year for. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Game 7; when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a kid you dream of playing in these kinds of games. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good to play in them and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good to be on the right end of it.â&#x20AC;? Pimm, who has a scholarship with the NCAA Northeastern Huskies, was one of 11 Vipers playing his last game in Vernon. The likeable Fort St. John product made his way to the Snakes as a 17-year-old from the Notre Dame Hounds program in Wilcox, Sask. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been away from home a lot since I was a kid. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot different here than Fort St. John. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot nicer and all the nice looking ladies, including my billet mom (Marlene Stark),â&#x20AC;? smiled Pimm. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ask for a better place.â&#x20AC;? The Vipers made it 5-2 midway through the second period as Connor Jones got a stick on Krausâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s knuckleball point shot. The Saints salvaged a little momentum while on a powerplay in the final minute of the second as Draper crept in from the sidewall to fire a shot that snuck under Gordonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arm. The Vipers went into survival mode in the third period, putting up a defensive wall, and collapsing around Gordon whenever the Saints got a whiff of the net.
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The Vernon Vipers celebrate on the ice after earning a 7-3 win in an action-packed Game 7 of the Doyle Cup regional hockey Sunday night at Wesbild Centre.
Viper veterans cherish playoff drive Continued from B1 Connor Jones and Robbie Short recorded empty-netters 30 seconds apart in the final minute. Short, a 20-year-old local product who will join the silver medalist junior B lacrosse Vernon Tigers after the RBC, was asked if winning ever gets old. “It never gets old,” said the power winger, after his 293rd game as a Viper. “We kind of put ourselves in a tough position, Game 7, but there’s no more excitement than that and I think we came out and we were excited and we were confident and that’s what got us the win.” Short said the Snakes tweaked their powerplay and talked about having fun while going hard. “They have a good team. They never quit, at any point in any of the games. They came back on us a couple of times and they were down 3-1 and they came back so obviously a good character team. They obviously deserved to be No. 1 in Canada, I thought. They had an amazing season. It’s too bad we both can’t go on to the RBC.” Kraus, who hoisted the Doyle Cup but is saving a victory lap for another trophy, echoed Short’s comments about success. “It will never get old. It’s a great feeling. It was a good series. We were up 3-1 and we kind of got away from our game-plan for two games there and let ‘em back in the series, but we came back to win Game 7.” Kraus, 20, figured the Vipers definitely brought their best to the final dance. “We had a couple of let-downs in the first period, but other than that, we played a great, solid game. The fans were unreal. They’ve been unreal all playoffs. All three years I’ve been here, they’ve always came out and support us. It’s great to see them support my last game, personally. I’ll never forget this place. It’s going to be tough leaving and hopefully I’ll leave with another ring on my finger.”
Added Connor, who led the Vipers with six goals and four helpers in the Doyle series: “Everyone bought into our systems and we just played simple, and I think there’s no team that can outplay us when we play like that.” A gracious Hamilton realized the Saints went up against an extraordinary, high-end Vernon team, the type of club which only comes around so often. “It seems like kind of a skewed system when you have two teams of this quality facing off a week away from the big prize. I would have loved to have the opportunity to keep it going, but it wasn’t in the cards. In a different time maybe we would have had a lesser opponent, but it wouldn’t have been the same. This is the way it was meant to be. We gave them everything they could handle and I’m proud of that. These guys (Vipers) are an outstanding club and that was a lot to grind out for seven games.” A red-eyed, numb and classy Tomlinson choked back the tears as he discussed the agony of defeat. “This is definitely the lowest of all blows,” said the 21-year-old native of Irma, Alta. “We’re 83 games in this year and we put far more effort into this than we’ve ever done before and to lose is definitely a heartbreaker.” Tomlinson said the Spruce Grove dressing room was rather surreal. “It’s pretty quiet in there. Pretty silent. A few tears being shed. No words can explain it right now. It’s just a tough time.” The gritty Tomlinson realizes his teammates will be soulmates for life after a record-setting season. “What we’ve done is awesome and I’m super proud of the guys and the effort and battle and fight they all have, but the ultimate goal was to go to the RBC and win it of course and we came up short.” Defenceman Wes McLeod, exchanged hugs with
the Jones twins – teammates for Team West in the World Junior A Hockey Challenge last November – in the handshake. The 20-year-old Kamloops product who will play NCAA in Anchorage, Alaska next fall, had a strong game, skating well and making some pinpoint outlet passes. “I haven’t felt this numb in my entire life,” said McLeod, 15 minutes after the loss. “It’s a tough feeling, it’s tough to swallow. He (Hamilton) hasn’t really said much to us. Everybody’s kind of down in the dumps right now but I’ve never been part of a team this close before in my entire life and we stick by each other the best we can. They’re a good team over there and the game could have went either way.”
ROYAL BANK CUP, MAY 1-9, DAUPHIN, MAN. VERNON VIPERS SCHEDULE DATE TIME OPPONENT Sat., May 1 5 p.m. (PT) Dauphin Kings Sun., May 2 5 p.m. La Ronge Ice Wolves Tue., May 4 Noon Oakville Blades Wed., May 5 Noon Brockville Braves Sat., May 8 Noon 4 vs 1 semifinal 5 p.m. 3 vs 2 semifinal Sun., May 9 TBD Gold-medal game
DAUPHIN, MAN. – When the Manitoba Junior Hockey League season began Sept. 11, the Dauphin Kings were favoured to win the Turnbull Trophy. According to head coach/GM Marlin Murray, the team had set a goal of 48 wins. “We felt we needed that to get to first place,” he said. “Obviously by having 50, we surpassed that goal.” From day one of training camp, expectations have been high for the Kings, who open the Royal Bank Cup Saturday night against the Vernon Vipers. “Right from day one, the goals were high and we wanted to have a winner here in Dauphin,” said Murray. “After it’s all taken place and you look back at it, you just kind of say, ‘wow.’ But expectations around the dressing room and for the staff is we want to win this thing.” The Kings won the MJHL title at 50-11-1-0, setting franchise records in wins and points. Murray said the chase for 50 wins kept the Kings focussed and motivated after they had clinched first with about 10 games left in the regular season. “We wanted to keep the guys active and hungry. And once we got to the playoffs, we were playing some real good hockey and we just kept that going once the playoffs got started.” While the Kings are obviously a highly skilled unit, Murray cites three keys to the team’s success – work ethic, attention to detail and structure. “We don’t get outworked very often. We’ve played upwards of 80 games this year and even if we didn’t get the result we wanted, for the most part we’ve been the hardest working team in those games,” he said.
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Spruce Grove Saints’ Kodie Curran (above left) and Jesse Slobodian (right) console netminder Vince Marozzi (middle) after an agonizing 7-3 defeat in Game 7 of the Doyle Cup Sunday night at Wesbild Centre; Right: Vernon Vipers’ Kellen Jones (from left), Curtis Gedig and Graeme Gordon celebrate the win.
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Kirsten Dodds pulled the hat trick as the Vernon United grounded the Penticton Pinnacles 5-2 Sunday in Thompson Okanagan Under 17 Girls Rep Soccer League play at Marshall Field. Vernon played a good first half, setting up several opportunities to cash in on two goals by Dodds. The Pinnacles kept it close by scoring a give-me goal as a result of a 10-minute lapse by United. In the second half, Vernon took total command carrying the play to the Penticton goal at will. Dodds, Michelle Smith and Maria Thorlakson each scored nice goals. Vernon's defensive pair of Shelby Price and Mary Bennett shut down Penticton's go-to forward limiting her to very few chances. Jasmine Whitling and Summer Jespersen were stellar, while Lindsey Krause made some huge stretched-out saves. "From a coach's perspective, it makes a huge difference how a team plays when they can rely on their goalie to make the big saves," said United coach Rick Price. "We were able to go offensive all game and take the play to them with the great goal tending we had. Vernon Unitedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s U15 girls bowed 2 -0 to Penticton Pinnacles Sunday at Kings Park. United started strong with Sam Ferrier and Tessa Coulthard linking beautiful passes down the left side. Kaelyn Parmalee ruled the midfield and also generated some creative attacking plays. Glen Coulthard and Tom Ouchi saw the fruits of their coaching when United linked some Barcelona-like passing that led to an excellent chance by Kaelyn Parmalee who fired her shot just wide of the post. Although Penticton countered well, Unitedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Marisa Berg and Danika Damini were solid in central defence. Pentictonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only chance in the first half came from an opportunistic deflection that striker Amber-
Lee Wilson ran onto and fired a perfect shot just inside the right post past United keeper Candice Lipski. As the second half wore on, Unitedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s depleted bench could not match Pentictonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fresh legs. Outside midfielders Emma Byskov and Alex Carter played with determination and pace to control the ever-present Penticton squad. Defenfer Lisa Stewart also had a strong game as Penticton gradually increased the pressure. Keeper Candice Lipski was equal to the challenge and had to make an excellent save to keep United in the game. However, midway through the second half, an outstanding 20-yard strike from Pentictonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Megan Bradford into the top right corner sealed the home teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s victory. Although defeated on the day, United are showing the character and intelligent teamwork that will challenge any team this season. In boys Rep exhibition play, Vernon United U18 battled a talented Prince George team to a scoreless draw Saturday morning at the Singh Park Sun Bowl in Kamloops. After early defensive wobbles, the Vernon back line found their stride fending off numerous attacks in the opening 15 minutes. While Prince George were playing their first outdoor game, the quick passing and movement showed that they have just come off a successful indoor men's league season. Vernon had a few forays into the Prince George half but it didn't amount to much. Albert Goldnik in goal for the blues had to stay alert but, with all the Prince George posession, was not tested fiercely. The game almost took a shocking turn as Vernon's Nick Pantaleo, after some strong tackling, sped into the PG penalty area only to be pulled down with a mistimed slidetackle. The Prince George keeper made an excellent penalty save and thwarted the rebound as well.
Coach John Farina had encouraging words for the boys at half time, and after the break, it showed with Vernon making a game of things. In more open play, both keepers had to make excellent saves with Ryo Tanaka leading the charge up front for United. With five minutes left, Willy Winkler fired a driving shot from the left over the keeper only to see the cross bar save the day for Prince George. The Vernon U13s enjoyed two strong performances, starting with a 7-0 Sunday exhibition win over Prince George at Marshall Field. The tone of the game was set less than two minutes in when defender Michael Smith pushed forward and created a turnover. Two passes later, striker Sam Bozak found the back of the net. Calling the back line was always dependable Bryce Dyck, who led by example on several tackles. Man of the Match Brandon Melbourne scored two goals, as did power forward Zac Kronbauer. Singles came from Cameron Hitch and Ben Weeden. Several starters got to watch from the bench for the second half enjoying some rare time off. United brushed back host Salmon Arm 3-0 in league play Friday night. A very strong back line, led by Man of The Match Jonas Bateman, Dyck, Shayne Groeneveld, and Jason Reich limited Salmon Arm to just five shots on goal. Vernon controlled much of the play, with great positional play and excellent support. Goal scorers were power forward Zac Kronbauer, shifty Liam Ross and speedster Matty Kreutz. Parnells TV & Appliance took over first place after beating City Furniture 3-0 in U18 girls house action. The shutout was shared by Lindsay Krause in the first half and then a split by Carol-Ann Bourdon and Dana Lazar for the second half. Eva Acri was on fire with a
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Vernon United's Brianna Thalheimer puts a tough check on Penticton Pinnacles' Emily Jones during U14 girls rep soccer Sunday at Marshall Fields. goal and an assist. Silken Smart scored the first goal with a beautiful set up by Leyenda Pettit. Acri took the ball straight up centre from the half line with aggressive speed and brilliance for the second goal. The TV crew completed their offence when Kirstan Moore capitalized on a gorgeous feed from Acri. Player of the game Jennifer Borchert maintained her left line throughout the whole game with her first-to-the-ball attitude along with defensive partners of Mackenna Johnston, Ivy Strother and Wren Ellis. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The girls ran down everyone that passed through their zone," said coach Shelly Johnston. Powerhouse Carol-Ann Bourdon kept the middle clean and clear setting up many plays for the running midfielders and forwards. Jennifer Lipski was unable to play due to her broken toe but cheered the other girls on from the sidelines.
Wurz blazes course record for Rattlesnake Morning Star Staff
Vernonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Justin Wurz set a course record and pocketed a 50-inch LG television while winning the Rattlesnake Open Sunday at the Osoyoos Golf and Country Club. Wurz carded a scorching 7-under-par 64 Sunday, breaking the old record by one on the established Park Meadows 18-holer. He opened the tournament with a 5-over 76 Saturday on the Desert Gold track. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a great day,â&#x20AC;? said Wurz, 19, of his course-record jaunt. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was hitting it to within eight, 10 feet and rolling in the putts. I missed a couple of greens, but I was able to get up and and down.â&#x20AC;?
Wurz, a Fulton grad trying to secure a NCAA scholarship, plays to a plus 2.6 handicap. He posted nines of 31-33, scoring birdies on all but one of his opening five holes. He finished with five birdies on the front and four on the back. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had two lip-out eagle putts on the first five holes,â&#x20AC;? said Wurz, who works for Golf Experts at SportChek. Wurz, who enjoyed stellar success as an amateur last season, will again strive to qualify for the B.C. Amateur this summer. D.J. Szestopalow of Vernon shot 75-77152 to share 15th place in the field of 160. Meanwhile, Conner Kozak led all Okanagan golfers at the Pacific
Championships, an RCGA CN Future Links event held at Tsawwassen Beach Grove Golf and Country Club. It featured 75 of the top junior boys from across the country. Kozak tied for 14th with rounds of 75-77-69-221, his 2-under par 69 on Sunday tying the winner Adam Svensson of Surrey for low 18. Kozak reeled off five birdies and had three bogies, while putting lights out Sunday. Beach Grove was a real challenge with the wind off the ocean and tight fairways. Dallas Pepper of Vernon tied for 40th spot at 230.
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D-backs pummel Pirates Morning Star Staff
The Vernon ANAF Diamondbacks started with hot bats, and finished with the brooms, as they swept the Penticton Pirates in Okanagan Major Baseball League play last weekend. The Diamondbacks capitalized on mistakes made by the Pirate defence, got clutch hitting, and great pitching for the four-game sweep, starting with a 23-0 shellacking in the first of two games Saturday in Penticton. Josh Wade lead the way going 2-for-4 with a triple, double and five RBI. Tyler Amiel added three ribbies, Geoff Cleavely had two, while Oggie Ortman, John McInnis, Aaron Himelson and T.J. Novakowski also drove in runs. Lost in the offensive outburst was the solid start by Kevin Cross, who pitched four innings of no-hit baseball, striking out eight. Jeremiah Allison took over in the fifth, and combined with Cross on the first no-hitter in Diamondback history. McInnis took the mound for the second game , tossing four innings, allowing a run on three hits. He gave way to Kyle Anderson, who threw three shutout innings, including six strikeouts, to save the 5-1 victory. Wade continued his hitting assault, going 2-for-3 with
another triple and an RBI. Peter Ortman, Novakowski, and Oggie Ortman added RBI. Sunday at Marshall Field, Peter Ortman tossed four innings, allowing a hit and two runs as Vernon earned a 5-2 decision. “It took a while to get used to the new mound, being so high up in the air like that. Once I got my breathing regulated at altitude, I was alright,” joked Ortman. The ANAF crew chipped away at the Pirates’ starter all day, scoring singles in the first, second and third innings, before adding a deuce in the fifth. Allison pitched 1 1/3 innings, with Cross returning to get the last four outs for the save. Ryan Boe and McInnis each had an RBI. In the final game, the D-backs held a 1-0 lead through three innings before torching Penticton for five runs with two out in the fourth. Boe added a two-RBI double as Vernon earned a 6-3 win. Penticton replied with three runs off D-Backs’ starter Mike Patitucci in the fifth. Patitucci gave up two earned runs on four hits, while striking out four. Jarred Sochan picked up his first career OMBL strikeout in two innings of relief.
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Penticton Pirates' Landon Racicot makes the play at second as Diamondbacks' Ryan Boe slides in for an out during Okanagan Major Baseball League action Sunday at Marshall Field. Cleavely made an outstanding diving catch with the bases loaded to end the fifth inning. “I just saw the ball off the bat well and got
a good jump, I just figured it was time to end the inning,” said Cleavely. Anderson picked up the save.
Bosman boys maul Rented Mules for rare win Morning Star Staff
Forget watching the upcoming World Cup in South Africa. The highlight of the Bosman Accounting (formerly De Dutch) season came Monday night when they grounded the Kelowna Rented Mules 1-0 in Rutland. With just 10 players, the accounting crew posted their first-ever shutout, and only their second-ever victory in the Okanagan Oldtimers (35+) Soccer League. Midway the first half, forward Steve Smith took a nice feed from midfielder Mike Gilman. Smith had a rush on the right wing, but his shot landed just wide next to the post. The Mules tried to play the long ball over the BA defence, but captain and central defender Henk Bosman directed the offside trap with precision, resulting in multiple offsides for the Mules. Just 10 minutes into the second half, midfielders Wes Vanderveen and Marcel Korver had some good action going on the right wing when Korver crossed the ball in the penalty area where Erick Burnet took a one-timer and hit the ball high in the right top corner giving BA the well deserved 1-0 lead. Five minutes later, Burnet was sent on a breakaway after a long pass from Bosman. Burnet dueled with two Mules defenders and was taken down on the way to the net just outside the penalty area. Burnet took the free kick but curled the ball just over the crossbar. The Mules turned up the pressure in the last quarter of the game trying to tie the game, but defenders Mike van der Kraats and Gerard Geelkerken did an outstanding job holding off the Mules. Keeper Robin Ollenberger earned the shutout.
In other play, Vernon Toyota defeated Eco-Wise Water 8-1 at Mission 71 Park. Eric Ladner returned from a suspension to register the hat trick for the car crew. Ladner scored his first of the season two minutes into the first half off a nice chip feed from Mark Budgen. Marty Steele, Mike Sandstra, Darrin Collie, Iain Butler and John Orton rounded out the scoring. Penticton toppled the Vernon Liquor Store Camels 5-1 at Mission 73 Park. Mike Daly received a pass from Dave Marshall and chipped the ball over the Penticton keeper before running on to it and finding the net for the humpbacks’ goal. The Camels had several scoring chances, only to find the crossbar three times and the post once. Camels’ keeper Mike Moorlag made numerous fine saves, getting his hand on one successful penalty kick. In Capri Insurance Men’s Over 45 Soccer League action, the Hi-Pro Sportswear Camels brushed back the Big O Tire Ogopogos 2-0 at Marshall. Gord Howard, on a pass from Rob Parkin, and Al Murphy, on a giftwrapped rebound, scored for the Camels. Man of the Match for the 3-0 Camels was midfielder Brad Hansen. Dave Dutcher earned his third straight shutout, getting strong defensive help from Parkin, Rob Hulstein and Jim Mottus. Big O keeper Yogi Kongsdorf was stellar, his best stop coming when he stoned Kevin Mitchell with a diving save on a seven-yard left-footer headed for the right corner.
Brad Conlin played a great defensive role for the Ogopoos, who lost roadrunner striker Leo Nadeau with a pulled hamstring early in the first half. Rubin Cerventes was his usual energetic never give up, never surrender-self, while Rob Culos and Dave Hampton also played well on the back line. Gary Dill also played well against his old club. A dazzling 40-yard penalty kick goal from Camel veteran Ron Krause in the opening half was nullified by an a strange obstruction call. The Silver Stars iced the shortstaffed Lake Country FC 4-1 at Beasley Park in Winfield. Playing with only nine men, Lake Country actually dominated the first half and scored early in the second which seemed to ignite a limp Stars team that responded with two quick goals. Two more late in the game made it 4-1 for Silver Stars. John Matejicka scored two for the Stars, along with a 30-yard blast from Ian Murphy and a tap-in from John Garner.
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Vernon Jubilee Hospital Auxiliary Garden Fair convener Connie Lang (left) and past-convener Gladys Schroeter are getting ready for the Garden Fair May 8 in Polson Park.
Garden fair grows at Polson Morning Star Staff
The Vernon Jubilee Hospital Auxiliary Garden Fair in Polson Park has become a Mothers’ Day weekend tradition in Vernon. It’s a great chance for the whole family to get out, do some shopping, enjoy the entertainment, take part in children’s activities and have lunch or a snack. The auxiliary recognized its Garden Fair conveners and supporters at a lunch recently. “We can’t do this by ourselves and we appreciate all the help we get from the community,” said last year’s Garden Fair convener Gladys Schroeter. Vernon Mayor Wayne Lippert said, “I have had to use this facility myself and I’m here to thank you and promote the hospi-
tal. You all do make a difference.” The auxiliary received $1,450 in donations from representatives of the Coldstream Women’s Institute, VJH Medical Staff, Lavington Ladies, St. Josaphat’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, the Edelweiss Society and the Ukrainian Catholic Women’s Association. Representatives of the VJH Foundation and Health Services Administration North Okanagan were also guests at the lunch. Money raised from the Garden Fair will go towards the auxiliary’s commitment to provide $160,000 to furnish an intensive care room in the hospital. This is in addition to the $100,000 the auxiliary raises annually to buy equipment for the hospital.
The 43rd Annual Garden Fair takes place May 8 at Polson Park from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a concession stand, entertainment by the Chilly Creakers, Second Wind Community Band and the Sentimental Journey Band. There will be a Kids’ Corner as well as lots of great shopping, including the auxiliary’s renowned knitting and crafts. In case of rain the fair will be held at Vernon secondary school, 2303-18 St. Organizers are still collecting items for the fair, including: white elephant items, books, toys, jewelry, accessories, perennial plants in pots, anything clean and saleable. For pick-up, please call Connie at 250-545-5595, Sharon at 250503-1045 or 250-542-1322 or Linda at 250-558-3720.
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ay 1 is a good day to visit Enderby, where you will see a large plant sale. They are also offering bags of aged llama manure. The sale runs from 8 a.m. to noon at the Lions Gazebo at Riverside Park. This is one of the best plant sales around. The summer of 2010 will be very interesting, as we’ll have heavy water restrictions, and many of our pesticide and funFred Lyall gicide chemicals are no longer available. Have you ever tried a spoonful of vinegar placed right on top of the dandelion centre? It does work. The only fungicides now available are sulphur-based items. I have also used baking soda as a fungicide; it does work. There is a move towards more concentrated gardening. One of the great advantages of so-called square foot gardening is the savings in the amount of water used. A four-foot square will produce as many carrots or onions as a long row, using about
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1/3 as much water. One of the real garden pests are the very beautiful pheasants that can be a nuisance. They love strawberries, peas and early in the season they will feast on any sprouting seeds such as beans. The only defence against pheasants is baby chick wire, which can be used to lay over some items or as an enclosure around peas that are growing on wire fences. I was told recently that deer will not eat daffodils. I do not know if that is true. I have talked to some gardeners that have had less than good results growing potatoes. In most cases they wanted to grow the very popular russet variety. Russet varieties are very fussy about the type of soil they are planted in. They prefer a sandy loam soil and will not do well in clay-type soil. If you do have heavy clay-type soil, you should try growing some of the later varieties such as Kennebec, as they will grow in soil that is on the heavier side. As well, there is an early variety called Warba that seems to grow anywhere. And there is a mid-season variety called Norland that does well under a variety of conditions. They have red skin, but a very nice white flesh.
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Local bridge enthusiasts have a chance to learn how to improve their games from Barbara Seagram, internationally renowned Canadian bridge instructor, June 6 and 7. The Vernon Bridge Club hosts seminars which will be Seagram’s first visit to the North Okanagan. Seagram ran
one of the largest and most successful bridge clubs and bridge schools in North America which she sold in 2007, and now concentrates on teaching and organizing her popular bridge cruises around the world. She and her husband, Alex Kornel, own the Barbara Seagram School of Bridge based in Toronto where they
teach more than 1,000 students a year. Seagram is a Master Teacher of the American Bridge Teacher Association and has achieved the rank of a Silver Life Master in the ACBL. She pioneered the bridge movement called Zero Tolerance, which is summarized as, “Be pleasant to your partner and opponents — or go home!”
She is the co-author of 16 books, most notably, 25 Bridge Conventions You Should Know, which has been translated into Japanese, French and German. All players interested in improving their bridge and meeting fellow enthusiasts are encouraged to attend these informative and humour-filled sessions. The seminar takes place
June 6 and 7 at the Army, Navy & Air Force Hall. A STaC game will be held Monday after-
noon following the morning seminar. The closing date for registration is May 15. For
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Rice Box cooks up a fundraiser Morning Star Staff
On Ouchs is happy with his life in Canada but he has never forgotten how his parents had to flee from Cambodia, then come to Canada from a refugee camp in Thailand. Last year, he decided to use his business, The Rice Box, in a Wokathon to help raise money for the Vernon Jubilee Hospital and the Cambodia Support Group which helps to restore the country and aids immigrants to settle in other countries. “People in Cambodia do not have the privileges and luxuries as we are used to in Canada,” said Ouchs. “We don’t realize how lucky we are to come home with a roof over our head or worrying if there will be food on the table or having money to buy medicine or go to the hospital when you
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are sick. My relatives in Cambodia are still pumping water from a well and living in a hut with no electricity.” He and his staff donated more than $7,200 last year with sales, staff wages for the day and tips, and had to shut the store down early because they ran out of food. This year Ouch is ready to have the Wokathon again with proceeds to SunFM Have a Heart Radiothon and the Cambodia Support Group. “The Cambodia Support Group bought me and my family freedom and that’s hard to pay back, and the hospital can always use our help,” he said. The Rice Box Wokathon runs Thursday, 11a.m. to 7 p.m. Customers are encouraged to order by phone at 250-545-9929 for pick-up to avoid long waits.
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Amber is ready for her forever home. Amber is a seven-pound apricot poodle and at least 10 years of age. “Although she has some hearing and vision loss, she is incredibly affectionate, intelligent and responsive,” said her foster family. “Amber enjoys an occasional good walk, lots of naps and plenty of cuddles. She also likes car rides, cucumbers and relaxed grooming. She will be a delightful companion for someone who has time at home and wants this sweet little four-legged friend.” To learn more about Amber, call her foster home at 250-542-6385. ■■■ To continue helping dogs like Amber, and all animals needing forever homes, the Vernon SPCA is holding its annual garage sale Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Wesbild Centre.
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y rant for this week is about hockey, or perhaps I should say hockey fans. For weeks we’ve been treated to exceptional live hockey play-offs by our very own Vernon Vipers. It ended Sunday night in an exciting game seven against the Spruce Grove Saints. The Vipers won and will be heading to the national tournament Cathi Litzenberger for the sixth time. Way to go, Vipers! My beef is this: where were the fans? Oh, sure there were some 1,700 fans there, but it was a poor showing for a game seven year-ender. Sure the Vancouver Canucks were playing on the tube, but so what? It’s early in that series and it was the last game of the year for Vernon. Now that hockey in Vernon is finished for another season, it’s time to prepare
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for the Stanley Cup gatherings we’re sure to be entertaining for. Both of today’s recipes are ideal for serving while watching the game. Toasted Tootsies in Blankets 12 slices white bread 1/4 cup sweet mustard 3/4 cup minced onion 12 all-beef hotdogs 2 tbsp. melted butter or vegetable oil Cut off crusts from bread. Using a rolling pin, roll each slice to 1/8-inch thickness. Brush with mustard; sprinkle with onion. Place 1 hotdog on edge of each slice; roll up tightly to enclose. (Make-ahead: layer between waxed paper in airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 weeks.) Place on rimmed baking sheet that has been greased or lined with parchment paper; brush with butter. Bake in 400 F oven, turning once, until bread is crisp, 20-25 minutes. Cut each in half. Serve with barbecue sauce, smooth salsa or ketchup for dipping. Makes 24.
Hoisin Pork Ribs 3 lbs. (1.4 kg.) pork side ribs or pork back ribs 1/2 cup hoisin sauce 2 tbsp. rice vinegar 1 tbsp. liquid honey 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp. minced gingerroot 1/2 tsp. hot red pepper flakes 1 tbsp. toasted sesame seeds 2 green onions, chopped Cut ribs into 1-rib portions. Place in large pot and cover with cold water; bring to a boil and skim off froth. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes; drain. In a bowl, combine hoisin sauce, vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger and hot pepper flakes. Arrange ribs on foil-lined rimmed baking sheet; brush with half the sauce. Roast in 425 F oven for 7 minutes. brush with remaining sauce; roast until browned and slightly caramelized, about 7 minutes. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
Young student writers share their talent Editor’s note: Below are two selections of writing by students in teacher Dan Osborn’s Grade 2/3 class at Ellison elementary school. Teacher Dan Osborn is proud of his students and thought Morning Star readers might enjoy some writing samples from his Grade 2/3 class. “One is a short piece of writing where students were supposed to describe a scene that involved all the senses; they were encouraged
to show me (by their descriptions) rather than simply tell me,” he said. “The second is from a poetry writing assignment where students wrote what ‘happiness’ was for them.” Miss Betsy’s Bakery Mmm...I sigh as I walk through the wooden doors, surrounded by the heavenly aromas of fresh baked cakes, muffins and pumpkin pie. I walk to the counter and slide my hand on its smooth glass. Behind me I hear the slurps of
coffee and munches of French bread. The warm air melts the cold snow off my head, and makes me feel at home. I press my face up on the glass, and now I can see it. Finally, they got the new caramel apple pie and the mousse cake! Which one should I pick? I think I’ll take... both! They fill my tummy with delight — delicious! I will never forget this. — by Colton Day, nine years old Happiness is... What is happiness?
Happiness is finding a lucky charm in your backyard. Happiness is when you score a three-pointer in basketball. It’s when you get a free ice cream cone. Happiness is a cheese pizza. Happiness is playing with a best friend. It’s when you go to exciting birthday parties.
Happiness is when you get an A+ in Science. Happiness is chicken fresh from the barbeque. It’s when your parents say “Good job!” It’s when you finish your math. That’s what happiness is. — by Karan Malhotra, eight years old
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Community Calendar APRIL 28
Feature Event: Scotiabank Summer of Science Camps, Okanagan Science Centre
LUMBY SENIORS’ DROP-IN WELLNESS PROGRAM Hosts two foot care specialists April 28 from 10 - 11 a.m. with Nina Lutzenko and Natasha Dwan at Glencaird St. Blood pressure checks available by a nurse before presentation. Tea/coffee on the house; lunch available for $5 per person. ROYAL ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY OF CANADA Okanagan Centre Vernon, meets at the Okanagan Science Centre April 28, 7:15 p.m. Joint Meeting with Kelowna and Penticton members. Tom Landecker of Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory will talk about “Reflections on the History of Astronomy” and the important people. All are welcome. THE GEORGETTE SHOP We’re celebrating Volunteer Week with a dress sale. All dresses — short, long and in-between — are 1/2 price. Visit us at 3100-28th Ave., behind Sir Winston’s. END THE HST! Any voter registered with Elections BC for this riding (Vernon-Monashee), wishing to sign the official Citizen Initiative Petition to repeal the Harmonized Sales Tax, please come to The Shops at Polson Park (Hwy 6 & Kal Lk Rd), inside main entrance April 28 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. THE VERNON CHAPTER OF THE MS SOCIETY Hosts a yoga class for people with MS, every Wednesday at 10.30 a.m. at the People Place. FREE FENCING FOR TEENS AND ADULTS Want to try a new sport? Get some more exercise? Do a sport with a friend or family member? Try fencing! Fencing runs Wednesdays, 5:45 to 7:45 p.m. at Harwood elementary gym. No experience or equipment necessary. Please call Matt at 250-306-9253. PREGNANCY SUPPORT Every Wednesday we offer two drop-ins: lunch from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., and supper from 4 to 5:30 p.m. We offer a free and confidential service to help you have a healthy baby. We are accepting donations to the program of maternity and infant clothing and double strollers. We are at 2902-29th Ave. For information call 542-5448. HEPLIFE Hepatitis C Society of the District of North Okanagan B.C. HepLife Support Group meets the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., the People Place, 3402-27th Ave. For more information, please contact gdmcclure@shaw.ca or P.O. Box 1580, Vernon, B.C., V1T 6M4 or Gordon at 260-4122. CODA MEETS Codependents Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women working to build healthy relationships with self and others. We meet Wednesdays at 7 p.m., at Seaton Centre on 14th Avenue (off Kal Lake Rd.) NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS OPEN MEETING Meets Wednesdays at 8 p.m., at the Gateway Shelter. Please call our 24-hour hotline at 250-503-3260 or 1-866-918-3574 if you need to talk or for more information. WESTSIDE RESPONSE SERVICES SOCIETY WRS offers blood pressure testing, Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. - noon at the Killiney Beach Hall and Annex on Udell Road. AA MEETINGS ON WEDNESDAYS Upon Awakening meeting, Monday to Friday 7 a.m., Anglican Church, 320527th St. (back door), Vernon. Nooner Solution Group Monday to Friday, noon, open, VTC, 2810-48th Ave., Vernon. Open meeting (X), 8 p.m. at VTC, 2810-48 Ave., Vernon. Tradition meeting (X) closed meeting, 8 p.m., Albert Place, 3610-25 Ave, Vernon. AA meeting (X), open, 8 p.m., at VTC 2810-48 Ave. (H) Handicap access. (X) no handicap access. THE VERNON DIET CLUB MEETS Every Wednesday in the basement of Peace Lutheran Church. Weigh-in between 8:30 and 9:30 a.m. Short meeting to follow. Anyone wishing support in weight-management is welcome. Call 542-3252. IS SCRABBLE ON YOUR “TO DO” LIST? Join the local “Scrabblers” every Wednesday at 10 a.m., Schubert Centre. Come out and learn with us! Call 542-0892 for more info. TIMBRETONE MENS’ BARBERSHOP CHORUS Meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m., at the North Okanagan Community Life Society (NOCLS), 2400-46th Ave. All male singers any age are welcome to join us. For more information phone 2604435 or 503-2552. THE SCHUBERT CENTRE We have many activities for seniors 50+ to enjoy. We’re open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., seven
ummer is right around the corner and the OSC and Scotiabank are gearing up for another summer of science fun! In addition to popular favourites such as Crazy Chemists and Spy Science, the OSC is excited to be piloting several new, hands-on camps including Lego ® Mindstorms ® , and mini Mythbusters. Call the OSC at 250-545-3644 to book your space and avoid disappointment. For the 2010 summer camp schedule, visit www.okscience.ca
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days a week. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The pool room and coffee shop are open daily. The Thrift Shop is open Monday to Friday. For more information, please call 250-549-4201. Thursdays it’s tai chi, seniors’ support group (fourth Thursday), Fun Time for Seniors, line dancing, exercise class, wood carving, Friday’s it’s canasta, mah jongg, happy hour with live music. PARENT AND CHILD WALK IN THE PARK Hosted by Aboriginal Infant and Early Childhood Development Centre. Everyone welcome, meet 10 a.m., Wednesdays at 2905-29th Ave. Meet other parents, get fit and win a prize. Step challenge, pedometer supplied for the walk. Join anytime. For more information, call 542-7578. ENDERBY WHEELS TO MEALS Every Wednesday, fullcourse meal for $6, for seniors at the Enderby Seniors Complex, 11:30 a.m. Call Melody at 250-838-6439 for info. ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 25 VERNON Meat draw, pool and darts, Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
NORTH OKANAGAN HOME LEARNERS SUPPORT Parents’ meeting is the last Thursday of the month at 7 p.m., Bean to Cup in the basement. New members welcome. Please call Jill Catlin at 545-2681 for more information. OUR WORLD COMMUNITY COLLECTIVE Meets the last Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. We are a network of concerned citizens in the federal riding of Okanagan-Shuswap who are willing to put varied amounts of energy into projects to improve the state of the world Call Darren at 275-7420 or see www.votetoday.ca THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS TCF is a self-help organization for parents who have experienced the death of a child at any age, from any cause. Meetings are held at 7 p.m., on the last Thursday of the month at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Call Darlene at 558-5026, Natalie at 558-7605.
APRIL 29 FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY DISCARD BOOK SALE The Vernon Friends of the Library will be holding their annual discard book sale at the Curling Rink, April 29 to May 2. Hours are as follows: Thursday, 3-9 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featured will be all categories of fiction and non-fiction, children’s books, special books, and audio-visual material. For more information, call Linda at 549-1466. VERNON OUTDOORS CLUB BIKE RIDE First ride of the season April 9. Leave from Village Green Mall parking lot behind Esso at 9 a.m. for carpool to Silver Creek Community Hall for 59 km ride to Salmon Arm and return, elevation gain of 50 metres. Helmet a must. Bring picnic lunch. Call Colette at 250-542-1614 for more information. ADAM LEWIS SCHROEDER DOES READING Local novelist will read from his second novel, In the Fabled East, April 29, 7 p.m., Vernon library. Discussion to follow. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Discussion group meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. at the Alliance Church, 2601-43rd Ave. Our 24-hour helpline is at 250-503-3260 or 1-866-918-3574. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME AT THE OYAMA LIBRARY Every Thursday until April 29, children aged 2-5 years old with their caregivers are welcome to enjoy stories, songs and puppets. This is a free, drop-in program. The library is at 15718 Oyama Rd. For more information, call the branch at 250-548-3377. SCHUBERT SINGERS Until further notice, we meet Thursdays at 11 a.m. at Schubert Centre. Anyone wishing to join for fun and songs would be most welcome. Call Wilf at 250-549-2352. VERNON 9/11 TRUTH MEETS the last Thursday of every month to discuss how best to educate others locally about the actual events of 9/11, 2001. For more information contact Mike at 503-1009 or visit www.vernon911truth.org.
North Okanagan Hospice Society Invitation to Join the Board of Directors Join us in creating the future of hospice palliative care in the North Okanagan. The North Okanagan Hospice Society is a community based charitable organization whose purpose is to provide respect, comfort and compassion in life’s final journey for all in the North Okanagan. NOHS was initially formed in 1984 as a small volunteer organization with a visiting program. The Society is seen as a leader in providing hospice palliative services in the BC Interior. In 2008, we completed a major expansion at Hospice House. Our twelve-bedroom facility staffed by a care-giving team of staff and volunteers provides individualized physical, emotional and spiritual support to those with palliative diagnosis. We are seeking individuals to join our Board of Directors. If you have experience serving on a board of directors, expertise in one of the following areas; business management, human resources, legal and risk management, health care, community engagement, finance and accounting and can commit an average of up to ten hours per month, we invite you to consider joining our board of directors. Those seeking more information about the North Okanagan Hospice Society are encouraged to visit our website www.nohs.ca or to contact either Ron Allen at ron.allen@shaw.ca or Gladys Fraser at glfraser@telus.net. If you are interested in becoming a member of our Board, we would welcome an indication of your interest, Attention: Ron Allen, either via email at ron.allen@shaw.ca or a letter which can be dropped off at Hospice House 3506-27th Avenue Vernon, BC V1T1S4 by May 14th, 2010.
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Bridge by Phillip Alder George Henry Lewes, an English philosopher and critic who died in 1878, said, “We must never assume that which is incapable of proof.” At the bridge table, we make assumptions. The accuracy of these is not really proven by the actual deal, because a play that is theoretically best might not work on any given deal. In this example, how should South plan the play in three no-trump after West leads the spade three? When East opened one spade, South hoped East would end in one spade doubled. But North did not have a suitable hand for a balancing takeout double, being too short in hearts, the unbid major.
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Harley Dale Neufeld June 1 1946 - April 22 2010
It is with deep sadness and an aching heart we announce the passing of Harley Dale Neufeld on April 22, 2010. Surrounded by his loving family and friends, after a four year battle with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Harley was born in Matsqui, B.C. and moved to Lumby in 1959 with his family. Harley worked in the forest industry all his life. Survived by his loving wife of 41 years Linda, son Shane (Janine) and daughter Shawna (Shawn). Grandchildren Jaden, Hunter, Cohen and Everett. His mother Eva and ďŹ ve brothers, (Ron, Howard, Doug, Ben and Rod) and four sisters (Marilyn, Bev, Dianna and Judy) and their husbands and wives, many nieces and nephews. We would like to thank Dr. Abdel-Kader, nurses and staff at Polson Special for their tender and loving care of Harley. Harley will be missed dearly by those who knew him, but we also have peace knowing that the suffering is over. An infectious laugh as big as the world, he brought smiles and warmth to everyone he met. There will be a celebration of his life, May 1st 2010 at 1 p.m. upstairs at the Vernon Curling Club 3400 39th Ave
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A thousand times we needed you A thousand times we cried If love alone could have saved you You never would have died A heart of gold stopped beating Two twinkling eyes closed to rest God broke our hearts to prove he only takes the best
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Softly the leaves of memory fall Gently we gather and treasure them all Unseen, unheard, he is ever near Stil loved, stil missed, stil very dear Death leaves a heartache no one can heal Love leaves a memory no one can steal
His memory is my keepsake, With which I’ll never part, God has him in His keeping, I have him in my heart. The three years you’ve been gone, My Sweetheart, have seemed like an eternity to me. Always loved and Remembered Your beloved wife Marlene, We all Love You
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Kal Tire is Canada’s largest independently owned tire dealer servicing the commercial and consumer markets throughout Canada. The company is headquartered in Vernon, BC, and has over 220 company-owned and associate dealer stores, 10 retread facilities, 1 OTR plant, 4 warehouses and approximately 3,500 employees. Kal Tire is looking for an Equipment Division Manager with a strong mechanical knowledge to build and foster relationships with suppliers while ensuring Kal Tire Aims are always met. Our Equipment Division supports all the divisions of Kal Tire and consists of a team of Journeymen, Apprentice Welders and Technicians, Tool Repair Team Members and Administrative Support. In addition to a competitive salary range and benefits package, employees share in a company-wide profit sharing plan that recognizes individual and team contributions. A detailed job description and list of qualifications along with further information regarding Kal Tire may be viewed on our website at www.kaltire.com/careers. Interested applicants should submit their resumes to Jolene Campbell, at Kal Tire, 2501– 48th Ave., P.O. Box 1240, Vernon, BC V1T 6N6 or fax 250-558-3296 or email careers@ kaltire.com by May 7th, 2010.
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A position is open in September 2010 for a piano instructor at the Vernon Community Music School (vcmsonline.org). The successful applicant will have completed an ARCT and/or B Mus, be highly skilled in the instruction and performance of classical piano and have experience preparing students for RCM exams. VCMS is a highly unique and supportive environment and we require an enthusiastic team player. Please send your resume to 1705 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 32nd Avenue, Vernon, B.C., V1T 2J3 or e-mail it to vcmsinfo@shaw.ca. Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted. Deadline May 14, 2010
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Help Wanted Tow Truck Driver required for Vernon company. Drop off resume and driver’s abstract to 4407 - 31st Street or fax to
250-549-2057 ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? Relief is only a call away! Call Harry Martens, Estate Administrator at 250-503-5300 today to set up your FREE consultation in Vernon, Donna Mihalcheon CA, CIRP, KPMG Inc. Trustee in Bankruptcy, #300 - 3205 32nd Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 9A2
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#1 IN PARDONS. Remove your criminal record. Express Pardons offers the FASTEST pardons, LOWEST prices, and it’s GUARANTEED, BBB Accredited. FREE consultation. Toll free 1-866-416-6772 www.ExpressPardons.com ATTN: 33 Overweight People needed. We pay you for pounds you lose on our program. 1-877-677-9891 (Dawn) Carpenter Experienced framer required ASAP to frame decks/garages in Vernon.Must have own truck/tools and be able to work independently. Call Dave @ 250-306-7128. CDA for Vernon office MonThurs. F/T, experience pref. Fax resumes 250-542-5398 CHEAP TELEPHONE RECONNECT! Paying too much? Switch, save money and keep your number! First month only $24.95+ connection fee. Phone Factory Reconnect 1877-336-2274 www.phonefactory.ca CHILDCARE WORKER for part-time work with children 12 months to five years in licensed center. Ideal for experienced parent. 250-306-8936. Cleaners required, must be experienced. Call 888-3065720 ext 2506 Driver wanted for local escort service. Pay per trip. (250)558-5500
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Help Wanted GENERAL Laborer req. to work with Brush Clearing Crews. Working in the Southern Int. Seasonal & Full Time. Drivers licence and clean abstract req’d. First Aid Cert., Herbicide Cert. are assets. Fax resume: 250-861-8737 Jim’s Place req. Cook /Prep & Frontend Customer Service People. (P/T+) Apply w/resume 1600 32nd St. After 3pm Journeyman Painter wanted. Min. 5yrs experience. Drivers Licence, Criminal record check. Must be able to work independently and in team environment. (250)372-9923 or email resume to rneil2@shaw.ca Looking for Housekeeper for Motel. $12/hr, Apply with resume. 250-549-2231 Manager with ECE License to Practice. In Penticton, call 250-492-7775 NEW local Asphalt Paving company hiring experienced asphalt paver, class 1 license an asset, wages and benefits depending upon experience. Mail resume to: Job posting, Box 1462, Vernon, BC, V1T 6N7 Now hiring Pro shop/snack shack position available. Please bring resumes to the Spall Golf & Country Pro Shop. P/T Room attendant & maintenance person req’d. Drop off resume to Tiki Village, 2408 34th Street, Vernon. Require Careaid who lives in Vernon to work in private residence, female/non-smoker need only respond. (250)5585148, or fax 250-558-5285 REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY: Licensed Automotive Technician and an Automotive Apprentice. Competitive wages and benefit package. Please send resume to: ATTN Service Manager, Sunrise Ford Sales Ltd, PO Box 1510, 100 Mile House, BC V0K 2E0, (250)395-2414 or email to helsfsl@telus.net Required liquor store clerk. ft/pt, Bring resume (10am3pm.) At the Enderby Inn. THE Prestige Hotel in Vernon is looking for exp. front desk clerks. Please apply in person w/resume to Angie or Darren directly at property. Tupperware is hiring. Sales Consultants in your area P/T or F/T Opportunities. Call Regional office for B.C. Carmen 1-250-434-6634 Waitress required. Bring resume to Alpine Centre. (250)558-4966
Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services Looking for Commercial Kitchen Space to Rent/Share. I am flexible as to hours. I am open to different scenarios, For more info contact Dave, (250)503-7879, or email: bcfirefly@gmail.com
Medical/Dental 4330022 DENTAL RECEPTIONIST Required for bustling, cheerful, downtown Vernon office. Minimum 2 years of dental experience required. Please send resume in MS word format to dent026@shawcable.com
Classifieds We’ve got you covered! 550-7900
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Retail PETALS AND Leaves Garden Centre in Lake Country seeking a qualified assistant manager/sales associate with horticultural experience. 4-5 days week, must be available on weekends. apply to harmony@petalsandleaves.ca
Work Wanted DAY HIRES Skilled and Unskilled Labourers available for both BUSINESSES and RESIDENTIAL “Seasonal Pickers, Landscaping & Yard Maintenance Skilled Trades People”
Contact Workfirst 250-545-5764 Dethatch, Lawn Cut, DUMP RUNS, YARD CLEAN UP. Paul (250)550-4256 HANDYMEN SERVICES Home, Mechanical, & Lawnmower repairs (Small engines) Reno’s, Window cleaning, pressure washing, ODD Jobs, dump runs. 250-550-9099 Lawn & Yard maintenance. Small renovation jobs & house repair. We build decks, railings, stairs, fences etc. No job to small so give us a call. Kevin 250-307-0157. Mark’s Yard Maintenance Tree pruning, hedges, yard clean up, dump runs & tree removal. Call (250)307-0683 Prof. pruned trees, haul garbage, yard maintenance, move furniture. Also Dry Fir, Larch firewood $160/cord. (250)549-0537 Will clean up your junk scrap iron, dead batteries, etc. Call us first, 250-546-2416, Russ.
Help Wanted
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RENOVATIONS Complete Renovations, Roofing, & other Odd Jobs. Reasonable rates. Call Bob 250306-5741 Vernon & Area.
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* Relaxation Massage * Reiki In Home Visits For appointment call Linda @ 250-545-4509 Res. 778-930-0383 cell
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Delivering the newspaper is a great form of exercise. What better way to burn calories, enjoy the outdoors, and make a bit of extra cash. Consider being an independent adult carrier for The Morning Star. You will earn extra dollars three times a week to deliver our award winning community newspaper to the homes in your neighbourhood.
Call us for more information on how you can become a carrier in your area.
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We are currently looking for a F/T delivery driver/crane operator for our 5 ton Hiab. A Class 3 license with Air Brake Certification, clean driving abstract and a Certified Crane Operator certificate are required. Forklift ticket, lumber and building supplies knowledge an asset. We are also looking for production line workers in our busy in-house door shop. Knowledge of woodworking and power tools is a must. The successful candidate will show a proven track record of diligence and attention to detail. We offer a great working environment, competitive wages, benefits and employee discounts. Please respond with resume and abstract to the Assistant Store Manager, 4601 27th Street, Vernon.
Mechanical Designer We have an immediate opening for a mechanical designer to join our engineering team. The primary responsibility of the position will be the design of custom electrical enclosures. Knowledge of Solidworks and sheet metal parts is an asset. Valid Manufacturing is a growing manufacturer in Salmon Arm and has competitive salary, benefits and pension plans to complement a dynamic work environment. Fax : 250-832-7746 hr@validmanufacturing.com
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Home Care CERTIFIED Care Aide (female) avail for short-term care. Before or after surgery, waiting for placement, respite, live-in. Call for detailed information. Maylene 250-540-9955.
ALLIUM LAWN CARE Lawn Maintenance, Clean-ups. Experienced & Insured. Call Wesley @ 250-307-4933
Help Wanted
Nature’s Fare is looking for an experienced bookkeeper to join our Head Office Accounting team. Must be familiar with all steps in the accounting cycle, and be proficient in Simply Accounting, Excel and Word. Duties will include payables, payroll, bank reconciliations and preparation of month end financials. We offer competitive wages, a great team environment and opportunities for career advancement. Please send resume by Please send resume by email: careers@naturesfare.com email: jane_lavoie@naturesfare.com
Part time help required for Convenience Store, 20-30hrs/week, experienced cashiers please. Drop resume off at 2409 34 St. Vernon. EXPERIENCED LOG truck drivers wanted for permanent full-time position in the North Okanagan. Fax resume to (250) 558-6145. Full time position for “Qualified” major appliance Technician. Gas ticket an asset. Drop resume @ Interior Appliance, 1009 Kal Lk Rd., on-line: interiorappliance@shaw.ca. No phone calls please.
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HOME MAINTENANCE / RENOVATIONS CONSTRUCTION
Quick uick Erec rectt Framin raming & Renos enos
Home Makeovers Bathrooms, Kitchens, Additions, Decks, Woodworking, Painting, Flooring, Fencing. Free Estimates.
Len 250-260-6666 * We specialize in insurance repair *
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• Concrete Repairs • General Construction • Mold Removal & Remediation 25 Years Exp.
Terrence John Interiors
ARMSTRONG CONSTRUCTION Journeyman Carpenter • Renovations • Remodelling • New Construction
Kevin 250-308-9592
RedTruck Renovations Your one stop home repair company
Custom bathrooms, cabinets, tile work, laminate, hardwood, doors and trim, basement suites, decks, sheds, play structures, general repairs Mike Muller Owner/Craftsman mullerm@shaw.ca cell: (250) 938-8133
home: (250) 275-6412
HANDYMAN
Decks, Porches, Patios
HANDS Affordable Home Repairs & Renovations
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Free Estimates • Kevin Schuler
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Drywall, Tile and All Flooring For Free Estimate Call
CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT
250-550-7900
Alex 250-309-1684
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
QUESTIONS? CONTACT
Lonestar Custom Carpentry
Journeyman, Licensed, Bonded Framing, Tile, Flooring, Bathroom, Decks, Custom Finishing, Window & Door Installs, Renos and Accenting, etc. Dana Ross 250-308-7540 DIY Consulting and Recommendations
Mark of Excellence • Full Renovations • Cert. Vinyl Deck Inst. • Elect./Plumb.• Painting & Home Design
WHITESTONE
PAINTING & RENOVATING Quality Since 1989 • Handyman Services • No Job Too Small
Mark Usselman • 250.308.9384 M Supplier & Instal Installer of Windows & Doors ~ 25 Years Experience
TOM: 308-8778
Jalon Construction EXPEREINCED CRAFTSMEN QUALITY WORKMANSHIP SERVICE YOU CAN TRUST
• Kitchen • Basement Remodels Finishing • Painting • Tile Work • Plumbing • Much More Licensed, Bonded & Insured 250-545-3130
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WINDOWS & DOORS “For all your window and door needs GOVERNMENT GRANTS - WE CANwindow DO IT!” $70 per
Quality Professional Installations See us at our new location
NEW 2001 43rd St Vernon, B.C.V1T 6K7
New Construction or Renovations KV Fairglass is the authorized dealer for Milgard Windows in the North Okanagan
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C: 250-309-0621 H: 250-838-0449 Fax: 250-838-0459
• Bath Remodels • Decks • Drywall
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Ron @ 250-309-0435 or 250-542-1419
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Additions, Suites and Interiors “The Affordable Professional”
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Toll Free 1-800-661-8003 1044 Middleton Way, Vernon • 545-6096 • Fax (250) 545-1977
ONLY 5 MONTHS LEFT! The Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) is scheduled to come into effect July 1, 2010. If you need renovations or other updates done to your home then call these trusted companies to
GET THEM DONE BEFORE HAVING TO PAY EXTRA!
*Renovations *Basement Development *Additions/Garages/Shops *Quality Woodwork & Trim/Millwork Installations
Residential & Commercial - Fully Insured & Licensed Journeyman Carpenter(1983) Jim Hiebert 250 306-9410
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DECKING
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250-545-8294
PAINTING
SUPERIOR DECK LTD VINYL DECKING • ALUMINUM RAILING
Kelowna Winfield 250-212-3075
Vernon Salmon Arm 250-550-4598
Marcel Labrecque, 15124 Middle Bench Road Fax: 250-548-4045 Owner/Operator Oyama, B.C. V4V 2C4
GUTTERS & SIDING
BOOKKEEPING
Phone: 250-306-1227 E-Mail: tlangner@shaw.ca
T. Langner Bookkeeping
PAINTING & RENOVATING Quality Since 1989 • Handyman Services • No Job Too Small SENIORS DISCOUNT
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• Seamless Gutters • Vinyl & Hardi Plank Siding • Fascia & Soffits • Exterior Painting
Tanisha Langner
WHITESTONE
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250-542-2599 250-540-3484
DL Decor & Painting
“EXTERIOR’S ONLY”
Rainbow City Painters SPECIALIZING IN EXTERIOR FINISHES HARDI - BOARD - STUCCO - CEDAR - VINYL - DECKS & FENCES All work guaranteed • Free Estimates Serving Vernon since 1990 Ask us about our 5 year warranty Get my quote and compare 250-542-1347
SIMPLY CEILINGS AND WALLS
Repaints our specialty! • Walls • Doors • Windows • Trim • Textured Ceilings Painted - Repaired or Retextured GET MY ESTIMATE OR PAY TOO MUCH! Free Estimates • www.timetopaint.com or
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250-260-6756
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Tazz’s Concrete RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL Call Kevin 250-308-8268 • Foundations • Concrete Floors • Sidewalks • Retaining Wall • Engineered Wall • Driveway • Suspended Slabs
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back filling rock walls general excavation landscaping preparation skidsteer services shrub and brush removal driveway prep Owner/Operator Gord Kennedy • Email: gordiek@telus.net • Cell: 250-308-7373
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WATER SYSTEMS
Cell: 307-7769 Ph: 250-542-5226
STONE & TILE INSTALLATIONS
OKANAGAN WELL & PUMP SERVICE
ROTOTILLING
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Sales, service & installation
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250-550-5553
ROTOTILLING GARDENS & HEDGE TRIMMING Get Your Garden Ready for Planting!
GARDEN CENTRE
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250.938.8133
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Hanging Baskets, Moss Planters, Annuals and more ...
CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT
250-550-7900
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All Your Drywalling Needs
CUSTOM HOME DRYWALLER NEW OR RENO BOARD, TAPE & SPRAY CALL KYLE 250-308-4663
Additions, Basements, Renovations, Steel Stud Framing, Drywalling, Taping, Dropped Ceilings Call Attila: 250-546-6282
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PLUMBING
- Hot Water Tank Replacement (gas/electric) - Plugged Drains, Water Softeners - Kitchen/Bathroom Renovations - New Construction *CertiďŹ ed
LAWN CARE
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LAWN MOWING
Retired guy looking to keep busy. Reasonable rates for weekly or one time work. Call Warren
250-545-2298 or 250-306-3395
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250-550-7900
www.vernonmorningstar.com
Wood Flooring, Log Siding, Log Cabins, Decking, Fencing & T&G U Joint. www.rouckbros.com Rouck Bros. Lumby, BC 1-800-960-3388
Landscaping
SCREENED TOP SOIL
2250/yard C.O.D. 250-558-8822 $
or 250-542-9394
Ground maintenance & garden tilling, grass,shrub/tree trimming.250-549-2815 LOCALLY Grown Pyramid Emerald Cedars 6’-7’ $20. 7’+ $25. Also assorted Junipers, Globes, Dwarf Pines Forsythias, Spireas & many other shrubs & trees. 250-542-6004
Moving & Storage OUTBACK STORAGE for secure access off quiet, no-thru BX. RV’s, sleds, watercraft, containers. $50/month 20 foot & under. Incentive rates for pay up front. Call 503-7735
Roofing & Skylights EAGLE ROOFING. CEDAR CONVERSIONS, NEW CONSTRUCTION, REROOF. FREE EST. CALL 826-3311
Rubbish Removal ✔✔✔ THAT GUY & His Work Truck LTD. Junk Removal & Bin Rentals 10,15 & 20 yard Bins. We haul EVERYTHING Home or Jobsite, Renovations Cheapest rates in the Valley www.thatguysworktruck.com Call 250-307-8998
Tree Services Cheap danger tree removal by Certified faller. 250-838-6229 or 250-804-5113
Boarding Good Horse pastures, shelters, tack barn, close off-rd access to R. Cl. Coldstream 250-545-0955, (604)925-4214 Horse boarding in Coldstream/ Lavington, 100x130 riding arena, Paddocks with/without Shelter, access to crown land Certified trainer on site. Call 250 545 1082 after 5:30 pm
Equestrian Natural Horsemanship Clinic With Larry Stewart Building A Partnership On the Ground/Riding May 1 & 2/29&30 Paradise Hills Ranch 648 Creighton Valley Road Lumby 1-877-727-3554 www.paradisehillsranch.com Stallion Service. Red Dun AQHA Palomino Appaloosa and Paint horses for sale. Young horses started, 2010 foals are here. www.keremeos.com/3winds 250-499-5397
Feed & Hay GOOD quality hay, alfalfa grass mix, square bales, barn stored. 250-542-9419, 250309-5956. Good quality horse hay, alfalfa grass mix, barn stored, $5.50 square bales 250-542-3610 *HAY SALES GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail. (250)804-6081,(250)833-6763.
Hauling 2005 HOT SHOT Stock Trailer 16’’ Gooseneck $8200 obo 250-547-0256
Livestock 11yr old reg. Paint Gelding, good on trails, around cattle, some arena exp, good working gelding for pleasure or ranch work. $3000 (250)832-3322 3 Red Angus Cow Calf Pairs. Call (250)379-2609 Naturally raised weaner pigs, ready to go. 250-547-6390, 250-547-9832 lv-msg. Registered Paint Quarter Horse, 6yrs old, green broke, nice temperament. $1000 (250)545-6405
Pets
Pets
Appliances
Furniture
ANIMAL CARE SOCIETY
Maremma/Kangal and Akbash/Kangal puppies, guardian,predator control ,1.shot/deworming.$300.-400.250 547 6253. WHOODLES: (soft coated Wheaton Terrier cross small standard poodle), non-shedding, non-allergenic, family raised, intelligent/easy to train, vet checked, 1st shots, 1yr health guarante 250-838-5500
Washer & dryer, in good condition, $200. 250-260-7047 White Microwave, 900watt, .9cuft, exc/cond. $20. (250)260-3720
Queen mattress & base, leather couches, dining table & 6 chairs, $150/ea 8 & 10 drawer bureaus $75/ea.250-558-3747 QUEEN pillowtop mattress, box. Brand New! MFR warranty. Worth $1100, sell $390 250-550-6647 QUEEN size memory foam mattress. Brand New! Retail $1400 sell $495 250-550-6647
Cats and kittens available for adoption to approved homes. Neutered, tattooed & vaccinated.
Phone 542-7203
www.vernonanimalcare.com 2yr old female Papillon, house trained, intelligent, complete medical records, all her supplies, $500. (250)548-0088 AUSSIE Shepherd/Border Collie pups, Bi-color, Tri-colors, $450. 250-769-6795 Behavior training for your dog. Much more than obedience. Begins April 28 & May 1. Call for info & reservations, 250-309-7115. BOOSHAY’S TRAINING ACADEMY Novice obedience classes, all age & breeds welcome. New class June 10. Enroll now, class fills fast. (250)558-5322 Chihuahua, male ready to go end of May & 8mth old male $450/ea (250)492-7775 CONFIDENT CANINE Obedience Training. Basic to Advanced. Great introductory rates! (250)540-4468 GOING TO be Big and Beautiful Brown and White Malamute Puppies. 12 weeks. All shots and health care cards with 1 year guarantee. Wormed. Home raised. Great temperaments and loving. View Parents and Grandma. $450. 250-547-9763 for details. GOLDEN Retriever Akbash cross, 8wks old, 1st shots & dewormed, gaurdian, family dogs. $250ea. 250-265-4675 Golden Retriever puppies, registered, guaranteed, vet checked, ready May2, $700. call (250)546-4089 Armstrong. K9ER (X-RCMP) DOG TRAINING Obedience classes, all ages Tracking, S.A.R. K9ers.training@gmail.com 250-558-8332, 250-549-2318 Leonberger/Ackbash pups, 1st shots, females $500, males $600. 250-547-0003.
Tack/Supplies Braided bridle, reins, romel show halters, skid boots, bits, etc. 250-558-8068
Antiques / Vintage Jardin’s Estate Jewelry and Antiques is OPEN! Mon-Sat, 10-5, 5221 Hwy 97, Okanagan Falls, 250-497-6733
Appliances #1 Choice, Washer & Dryer $250. Many other items. We also buy appliances. Wayne 250-549-6649 5 Appliances: SXS freezer fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer & dryer matched set, all ecru & black. $650 takes all. 250-307-0248. A1 Apt. sz Fridge $180. Washer $150. Dryer $100. Other items/Delivery avail. Warrantied. 250-549-6042. Beamark 30” self cleaning stove $100 obo. (250)5459715 Front load Washer & Dryer. $300, Stove $100 call Wendy (250)503-2355 Gas/Propane GE fullsize range, w/electric controls, good shape $180 obo (250)558-3567 GE self cleaning smooth top stove, black, asking $275. obo. Call 250-545-8498 leave msg. Kenmore Washer & Dryer, exc/cond, $250/both or $125/ea OBO (250)545-2458 Washer/Dryer $250. Stove $125. (250)549-3781
Landscaping
Landscaping
Auctions Farm & Ranch Equip. Auction Sat. May 8th 11 am @ BC Livestock in Kamloops. An amazing list for sale.View full list & pictures at bclivestock.bc.ca.FMI 250-573-3939
Building Supplies 1800SQ.FT wave cut cedar siding, you remove- you can have it. (250)542-6556
Farm Equipment 2006 Supreme 300 feed mixer wagon, very good condition incl. scale, will consider delivery. $18,000. 780-694-2836.
Furniture 6PC Cherry sleigh bdrm set. Queen bed, dresser, mirror, chest, 2 night stands. New!! Still boxed. Worth $5000, Sell $1295 Can deliver. Call 250550-6647 KING size pillowtop boxspring & mattress. Brand New! Worth $1300,sell $495 250-550-6647 LARGE cherry oak entertainment center, 65”Hx60”W, exc.cond $225 obo. 250-5457005, 250-308-9642. NEW 3-pc Sectional Sofa w/ottoman, In orig. pkg. Worth $1499, Must Sell $899 250550-6647 can deliver Oak Entertainment Centre, 52”x68”h, holds 27” T.V, exc/cond $350 (250)546-8028
Misc. for Sale
Downsizing or Upsizing Upsizing??
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2006 Beachcomber 6-person hottub, loaded, lights, insulation pkg, like new. $9000 new, Asking $4800. 250-549-6005. 20 quart mixer, $350 obo. (250)309-4481 2 area rugs, 6x9, approx. 3/4” thick, cost $1300 ea, asking $500 ea. obo. (250)542-7167 7 wood CASEMENT WINDOWS w/sealed unit dbl pane glass. 1-60”x60”, 2-24”x60”, 1-60”x42” w/lever opening sash, 2-48’x42’ w/lever opening sash, 1-24”x36” obscene glass w/lever opening sash, $50 for each window, very good cond. (250)838-7755 A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE - Get your first month free. Bad credit? Don’t sweat it. No deposits. No credit checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines today toll-free: 1-866-884-7464 Aluminum loading dock plate $500 obo. (250)309-4481 CLASSIC COUNTERTOPS & CABINETS Quality cabinets at factory direct prices. 250-549-2875. Coffee table, dark mohagony carved leaf design, blk & green marble top, very fancy $500 Firm. 250-503-5498. Computer & 20” LCD monitor $400. (250)260-6112 Countertop 2 barrel ice cap machine, hot cappuccino machine, & microwave, perfect fry self contained countertop deep fryer. Call for details & prices, 250-306-9909 CRIMINAL RECORD? Only PARDON SERVICES CANADA has 20 years experience GUARANTEEING RECORD REMOVAL. Call 1-8-NOWPARDON (1-866-972-7366) www.RemoveYourRecord.com Crocks, jugs, flat irons, etc. plus wheel chair & medical needs plus, plus. 250-5493581
Livestock
Livestock
Free, no obligation current market evaluation.
Beth Marks the Spot! Realtor®
Garden Equipment 12hp lawntractor $500. Free pick up dead lawn/garden tractors. (250)260-5819 2 gas lawnmowers.$80/$100. SP free p/up dead garden/lawn equipment. 250-2605819. 2 Snapper ground drive lawn mowers. 1 pull start. $125. 1 electric start. $175. 250-5503318.
www.okanaganhome.ca Century 21 Executives
250-306-2384
Ron Marchand
the Video Man SALMON ARM
Heavy Duty Machinery
Fruit & Vegetables Fruit Trees: black red currant $5, apricot $10, cherry $10, plum $10, apple $10, walnut $10, grape $6, lilac $6, rose $6, maple $5-$10, Mtn. ash $8, cranberry $5, blackberry $6, boysenberry $5, chestnut $5, raspberry 10-$8, hazelnut $8. Tony (250)558-0501
Misc. for Sale
250-832-3320
Home Improvements
Wednesday, April 28, 2010 - The Morning Star B19
2003 EX 200 LC c/w Q/A & new cleanout
bucket, 3200hrs, very clean machine $69,500 obo.
Len 250-550-4100. Bobcat 337D excavator, 11,000lbs,3buckets,hydraulic thumb. $25,500. 250-5478993. Electric winch w/cable 3/4hp, like new, use for boat & truck, etc. $200. Russ 250-546-2416
Medical Supplies LIKE NEW must sell electric wheel chairs, power lift recliner, assist pole, transfer chair 250-546-8047 Mobility scooters, power chairs, lift chairs, walkers, Shoprider Dealer 250-542-3745 www.okmobilityscootersplus.com
MEMORIES ON DVD! Films, slides, photos & video transferred to DVD.
videoman@sunwave.net 12v 1500lbs warn winch, good for Atv’s, trailers, boats, handheld controller, brand new $80. 250-542-0531. 12’x5’ Cedar panel, 10’x3’ white aluminum railing, $70. 250-260-6112. #1A STEEL BUILDING SALE! Save up to 60% on your new garage, shop, warehouse. 6 colors available! 40 year warranty! Free shipping, the first 20 callers! 1-800-457-2206.
Shoprider Deluxe scooter in new cond. Cost $4200, will sell $2650, also walker $100 obo. 250-542-2427, 250-540-2427.
LIVESTOCK HAULING
Auctions
Reliable and committed
Auctions
Call Paul:
250-938-0868
Convenient IN TOWN Location • Delivery Available • FREE Onsite Loading
• Topsoil • Bark Mulches • Decorative Rock • Flagstone • Landscape Supplies
OWNERS: KEVIN & LORI WOURNELL
Authorized Dealer
250-542-8191
4620-23rd Street
www.vernonlandscape.com • Behind ICBC OFFICES, OFF SILVER STAR RD.
TOPSOIL
LANDSCAPE PRODUCTS WE LOAD PICKUPS, TRAILERS, ETC. WE DELIVER: Lava rock, bark mulch, landscape rock, sand and gravel, screened topsoil, manure, Nature’s Gold organic products. SPRING HOURS: Monday to Saturday, 7 am to 6 pm
Selling by auction is the most competitive and effective way of marketing new or used merchandise, everything from household items to complete estate and warehouse dispersals. Let our staff with over 37 years of experience help you market your goods the auction way. Hauling is also available.
MACHINERY SALE SATURDAY MAY 15 - 8:30AM
NEXT REGULAR THURSDAY SALES APRIL 29 & MAY 6
www.valleyauction.ca or call us at 250-546-9420 903 Hwy. 97A, Armstrong, B.C.
Owners & Auctioneers: Don & Peter Raffan mail@valleyauction.ca • www.valleyauction.ca
Misc. for Sale
Misc. for Sale
BARK MULCH
FIR
OR
CEDAR
- Regular & Screened Sizes -
Shavings & Sawdust 10 to 150 yard loads REIMER’S FARM SERVICES
250-260-0110 Garage Sales
Garage Sales
s Dodd Dodd s WEDNESDAY APRIL 28 • 6:00 P.M.
AUCTION
PRYCE LANDSCAPE PRODUCTS
542.7520
Independently owned and operated by the Raffan Family since 1963. Household, Estate, Warehouse Dispersals and Miscellaneous consignments.
ACROSS FROM VERNON GOLF COURSE ENTRANCE
609 KAL LAKE ROAD
LARGE. SMALL 250.541.0111 VISA DECORATIVE HOURS DEBIT Mon. - Fri. MASTERCARD LAVA ROCK INTERACT 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Saturday SENIORS DISCOUNT 8:00 am - 4:00 pm SLATE Sunday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm LANDSCAPE Closed Stat Holidays BLAST ROCK WHITE DOLOMITE BARK MULCH www.justrocks.org TOP SOIL SAND & GRAVEL 186 GREENHOW RD., VERNON 1 KM NORTH OF SWAN LAKE NURSERYLAND
NO ROCK TOO BIG NO PURCHASE TOO SMALL
New Fine Jewellery ... Gold, Silver, Genuine Gem Stones FURNITURE: Oak Table w/6 Chairs, Matching Buffet & Hutch, Dark Table w/6 Chairs, Antique Table w/4 Chairs & 1 Leaf Ant. Table (No Chairs), Glass Table (No Chairs), 6 Pc Oak Finish Bedroom Set, Modern Green Bedroom Set w/Mirror & Headboard, Ent Centers, Overstuffed Brown Micro-Suede Couch & Loveseat, White Floral Couch & Loveseat, Antique Dressers, China Cabinets, Dark Buffet & Hutch, Dressers, Microwave Stands, Recliner Chairs, New Barristers Bookcase, Ant Organ, Washed Oak Fireplace Mantle, White Computer Desk, Wicker & Wood Plant Stand, Lamps, Pictures, Washed Oak w/Glass Coffee & End Table Set, Wood Cabinets. APPLIANCES: Maytag Double Door Fridge, Eaton Viking Fridge, Frigidaire Gas Stove, Maytag Washer/Dryer Set, Kenmore Washer & Inglis Dryer Set, Maytag Modern Dryer, Marquette Lge Freezer, Kenmore Apt Size Freezer, Frigidaire Built-In Dishwasher, Cypress Portable Air Conditioner, TV’s, Stereo Equip, DVD Player.
New Hardwood Flooring, New Custom Made High End Blinds, New Rolled Carpet Rolls, Victory Medical Scooter TOOLS & MISC: 2 Delta Scroll Saw & Delta Grinder, Coleman Generator, Karcher Pressure Washer, Delta Chop Saw, Paint Sprayer, Mosquito Magnet, Bada 1500 lb. Winch, Weed Eaters, Binks Compressor, Cordless Drill Sets, Floor Nailer, Screw Guns, New Rear Tractor Tire and more.
1995 Dodge Neon, 1993 Chev Van, 1965 Boat w/700 Volvo Motor & 2005 Utility Trailer 4 1/2x8’
www.doddsauction.com Viewing all day Wednesday at 3311-28th Avenue in Vernon Open for consignments: Mon - Fri 8:30 to 5:00 • Sat ‘til noon
DODDS AUCTION
250-545-3259
DEADLINE
2 PM Wednesday 3 lines or less (Approx 10-15 words) Include: Date, Time & Address
$
15.00 + GST
Includes 2 Garage Sales Signs “Please take Garage Sale Signs down immediately after Sale ends”
B20 Wednesday, April 28, 2010 - The Morning Star
Misc. for Sale
Misc. for Sale
Dahlias Toobers, mixed colors, 10 for $10 per bag. (250)545-9747 DO YOU NEED LARGE AMOUNTS OF FREE FILL? no trucking charge 250-307-3839 Dacron Enterprises LTD. Entertainment Centre, new $70, Inglis Washer, good shape $90, Bandsaw on wheels $40 (250)260-6188 FAR-INFRARED SAUNAS: Demo Blowout Models starting at $599. FREE Shipping, setup. FREE Trials. Showroom 1888-239-9999 Kelowna. www.SOLARUSsauna.com FRIDGE, 31” $300, electric stove $175, Makita table saw $100. 250-542-4716. Fridge, Stove, washer, dryer $100/ea or $350 for all. 300 interlocking blocks $150. 16 concrete sidewalk slabs 24x24 $8/ea. 250-558-0871. FUTURE STEEL BUILDINGS. CLEARANCE pre-engineered & Custom sized to your requirements. Factory-direct pricing. Some models discounted to half-price to clear. Call for FREE brochure & quote. 1-800-668-5111 ext 170 **HOME PHONE RECONNECT** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid long distance specials! Feature pkg special! Referral program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to connect! 1-866-287-1348 HUMAN touch massage chair, model #HT-2720 w/foot massage. New cond. Reasonable offer. 250-545-2775. Ladies 18 spd $100. Fancy bird cage $200. 270+ VHS movies $100. 2 tier water fountain $100. 250-503-5498. Lennox corner natural gas f/p, direct vent, 16,000 BTU output $350 (250)542-0891 Like new kitchen & bathroom countertops, $175. 250-5423424 Locally grown pyramid cedars 3+C, 1 gallon Mogul pine & Blue spruce, your choice $10 each. 250-308-9607 Microwave or TV stand w/drawer and double door $25. 250-545-6783. Moffat Stove, Fridge, Dishwasher $350all, computer desk $100 (250)545-4820 Moving Kimball piano. $350. Girls single Ikea daybed + mattress. $100. 250-546-3693. NEW Norwood SAWMILLS LumberMate - Pro handles logs 34” diameter, mills boards 28” wide. Automated quick-cycle-sawing increases efficiency up to 40%. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT - FREE Info:1-800-566-6899ext:400OT REBUILT electric furnace $300 obo. (250)309-4481 *STARCHOICE* Satellite T.V. Sales, installations & accessories. For best prices and service. Call 250-545-0012. **STORAGE: Boats and RVs any size. Seasonal and household goods. Elephant Storage Centre. Safe, affordable storage. 6136-Okanagan Avenue. 250-549-2255.
TWO chimney cleaning brushes with long handles $35. (250)549-1798 Used kitchen cabinets (large kitchen) incl. light box with st. glass, $700 obo 250-546-0366 White fiberglass shower base, approx. 41x47 $700 new, asking $200. (250)503-2155
Houses For Sale
Houses For Sale
Misc. Wanted WANTED: 4x8’ pool table in good condition. Call (250)5457849 Wanted: Cash for: Copper/ Brass- Radiators, wire, plumbing, etc. Will also haul away unwanted metal 250-546-3556 WANTED: Cement patio blocks. Call after 5pm. 250542-0974. WANTED: Coffee machine – Tassimo or Nespresso. call Dave 250-275-3219 Wanted:Parking for our 36’ motorhome in Harwood area. 250-260-6621. WANTED to purchase, eggs of all types & sizes, except chicken & wild bird. For egg shell art. (250)542-2859
Musical Instruments Stringed Instrument Repair Hustler Guitars 250-549-6520
Sporting Goods CHILD’S tandem bike attachment, 1yr old, in good shape, $75. (250)260-1978
Tools 3 1/4hp Freud router w/stand, Delta 13.5” thickness planer, Shopsmith w/chisels, Delta jigsaw,misc tools. 250-546-9593. Complete basement shop system for sale, all tools incl. plus some materials. Call Stan at 250-542-4244 for details
Acreage for Sale 5.5 acres flatland, fully serviced, pics at monashee-recreation.com. Arrow Lakes area. 250-269-7328 SHUSWAP RIVER FRONT 11.3 acres w/shop $400,000. 1985 house on 22.5 acres $800,000. 15.9 acres $400,000. Water and services. 250-838-7660. SHUSWAP RIVER FRONT 11.3 acres w/shop $400,000. 1985 house on 22.5 acres $799,000. 15.9 acres $400,000. Water and services. 250-838-7660.
Apt/Condos for Sale 1bdrm condo, close to downtown, Vernon, storage, balcony, $119,900. 250-838-6904 2 BEDROOM 2BATH condo near downtown Vernon. Recent upgrades include laminate and tile flooring, new appls. In suite laundry. Secure parking. Balcony. Asking $148,000 Ph 250-832-3277 Urban Pointe Condominiums 3800 28 A Street. Pricing from $139,900. 250-307-5522.
PROPERTY NOT SELLING? sells more Real Estate in the North Okanagan than all other real estate companies.* Why not call a top negotiator today at Vernon 549-4161; Armstrong 546-3119; Lumby 547-9266; Enderby 838-0025 (Not intended To Solicit Properties Currently Listed For Sale) *OMREB MLS North Okanagan Listings 12/31/07
#112 - 3506 - 38th Ave 3 B E D 3 B AT H 2 1 0 0 s q f t . Home in Park Ave Estates. Adult Complex 45 Plus Bare land Strata
www.vernonmorningstar.com
Business for Sale
Lots
OWNERS RETIRING $ 100,000+ INCOME!
BEST LOT in the Foothills, 75x150, Whitecourt Place. No GST $309,900. 250-558-7792 EXCEPTIONAL LAKEVIEW Lots from $160,000. Also; 1 panoramic 3 acre parcel. Owner financing. 250-307-2558 www.orlandoprojects.com LUMBY: 3 view lots on new subdivision (Schunter Drive) Lot 2: $115,000 + GST. Lot 3: $120,000 + GST. Lot 4: $125,000 + GST. Call Mike 250-547-9402, 250-309-1042
LOCAL BUSINESS OF 20+ YEARS All offers considered
Call 1-877-509-9009 O’KEEFE2 Team at Century 21 Executives Realty, Vernon
Mobile Homes & Parks
For Sale By Owner 1/2 duplex, 2bdrm/bath/kitchen down, 2bdrm/bath/kitchen upstairs. New roof & deck, fenced back yard, $235,000 obo. (250)558-9294 Near downtown Vernon, 2bdrm, security exc.cond. 250275-7497, 1-250-763-7436
Houses For Sale
FOR SALE BY OWNER • 2.5 park like acres • South B.X. • 3 bed., 2 bath character home • 800 sq. ft. heated/AC shop and much more
$679,000
HOME & LOT PACKAGES AVAILABLE
250-832-6699
HOME & LOT PACKAGES AVAILABLE
250-832-6699
DISTRESS SALES
www.countrysidemanufacturedhomes.com
FREE computerized printout of foreclosure properties www.OkanaganForeclosures.com Salt Team, Re/Max Vernon
250-549-7258 ******* OKHomeseller.com Where smart sellers meet smart buyers! View Thompson Okanagan properties for sale.// Selling? No Commission. (250) 545-2383 or 1-877-291-7576
3 BDRM, 1.5 BATH TOWNHOUSE recently reno’d with hardwood flooring, paint, new hot water tank located on creek close to town. Small strata with low fees. Call Greg at Remax 250-308-4520 for details. Armstrong, 3bdrm, 2bath rancher, very private large corner lot, dead end street, shop w/220 power. 250-546-9593. EXECUTIVE 5 BED HOME WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS IN DESIRABLE FOOTHILLS, Quality custom built 3 level home, huge landscaped backyard backs onto a natural ravine, 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on one level, gourmet kitchen, gleaming hardwood floors, fully finished basement, double garage, covered deck, RV parking. $539,000. 250-550-0238. Thinking of Buying or Selling? Do you know someone who is?
Call Bobby Mitchell with Century 21 and learn how to put money in your pocket! 250 550 4464
Okanagan 3 BDRM 2 Bathrm both floors completely updated. Window coverings, New cupboards with granite counters, New Furnace, Central Air and Water Softener. Excellent views from deck and large fenced yard with RV parking. Driveby 3407 Okanagan Ave. (250)275-2685 Open House: Sunday 12-3pm
Apt/Condo for Rent
Mortgages BANK ON US! Mortgages for purchases, renos, debt consolidation, foreclosure. Bank rates. Many alternative lending programs. Let Dave Fitzpatrick simplify the process. Mountain City Mortgage.1-888-711-8818 dave@mountaincitymortgage.ca
Townhouses 2bdrm, 2bath, 7appl, single garage, centrally located, walk to Kin beach, pet friendly, no age restriction, large yard. $327,000. 250-503-1488. BELLA VISTA Motivated Seller! 2yr old End Unit Townhouse. 3bd, 2.5 ba, hardwood, ceramic, 1585 sqft + 608 sq ft in part fin w/o bsmt. Huge Master bed with w/i closet & ensuite bath. Remaining New Home Owner Warranty/Low Strata Fees/ Beautiful! Asking $330,000 OBO Call Markella 250-275-1344 or email markellamildenberger@yahoo.ca
Apt/Condo for Rent
1 BDRM - $625
Apt/Condo for Rent
BRENTWOOD APARTMENTS
ALEXIS PARK MANOR
PARKSVILLE Beautiful ocean front 2 bdrms, fully furnished/equipped private rental condo in resort setting. Sandy beach, golf, walking trails. Spectacular view of sea life, cruise ships & mountains. Weekly/monthly. N/S, N/P. Call 250-949-6702 or email: shaross2@gmail.com Silver Star, furnished studio, May 1. Monthly until Nov 30. $650 util/incl. 250-542-7084. Studio condo at Silver Star, furnished, avail Imm, monthly or long-term lease, all util/incl. $675/mo 250-558-1870.
Apartments for rent … in quiet Senior-oriented building. Large deck, air conditioning, laundry facilities on each floor. Heat included. Close to bus stop, Schubert Centre and downtown. N/P To view, call
250-545-0962 or 250-503-7977
Westmount Apts 2 Bedroom Secure Senior Building No Pets, No Smoking, Covered Parking, Elevator, Cable Included.
ON 2ND FLOOR
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
*Apartments * Condos *
2 bdrm 2 bath condo $1175+elec 3211 Centennial Dr 6 appls incl. Avail. mid May 2nd floor bachelor suite with sundeck $495+util Includes Fr St 2 bdrm 1 bath level entry lower duplex $750+util 3408 21 Ave incl Fr St Avail. now
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CONTACT DOUG WILLIAMS 250-260-0198 See pictures & maps at
www.buyokanagan.com
FREE Rental List at 5603 - 27 St., Vernon
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980/mo
F/S, W/D, D/W, A/C, plus heat, hot water and hydro all included. Great quality living in a clean and spacious secure building. N/S, N/P. Good building for Seniors! On-site Resident Manager.
Valleyview Apartments
2BDRM, 2-bath suite, downtown location, a/c, f/s, balcony, dishwasher, parking, $800/mo. N/P, 250-549-0644. 2-bdrm apt/condo in Armstrong, n/s, n/dogs, Avail May 1, $800/mo, (250)546-8177 Adult 55, 2bdrm apt. elevator, covered parking, near Schubert, insuite laundry, ac, avail now. N/P, N/S, $850/mo. +Hydro 250-260-1031. ADULTS 55+ 2bdrm central, $750/mo. RR. 250-558-8261 ARMSTRONG: 2-bdrm, $725 + 1-bdrm, $550, heat incl, Ann (250)546-0993 Ref. please Bachelor, 1 & 2-bdrm, adult building, F/S, N/P, near Schubert, heat & hot water incl, $650-$750 250-260-8454. CALL ABOUT OUR RENT INCENTIVES” 1bdrm & 2bdrm, SENIORS spacious, very clean and well maintained buildings. Centrally located, close to downtown Safeway & Schubert Centre; n/s; n/p; available immediately, Century/Arlington 250-275-8066 Call for rent incentives! Large 1bdrm, $740. 1bdrm +den $790. F/S, DW, AC, balcony, NP/NS, clean, centrally located, on-site managers, quiet building, (250)5455773, 250-550-0243 Clean 1-bdrm apart, Dwntown, a/c, n/s, R.R. $675/mo Avail Now, (250)269-0048 Condo for rent, May 1st or earlier, 2-bed/2-bath in quiet area near creek and golf course, includes FS/WD, strata fees incl, $1150/month + util, call 250-306-3672 EXECUTIVE, 2bdrm, 2bath, f/s, w/d, air, view, central, adult building, underground parking, storage, avail immed., $995 +util. 250-549-4822. June (1) Large 2bdrm, top flr, S.Vernon 6plex. Incl. heat, hot water, laundry, covered parking, $670. 250-503-0903 Large 1bed, deck, view, Alexis Pk, clean, reno’d, n/s, May 1, $795 Vernon. (250)260-8511 LARGE 2bdrm apt. $850/mo. +hydro, NO PETS, Avail. Now. 250-869-9788 MAPLE RIDGE GARDENS Deluxe 2bdrm, 2bath, spacious condo, w/large wrap around balcony w/city views, gas fireplace, new appl. insuite laundry, secure adult building, u/g parking & guest suite, ns, small pets welcome, $985/mo. (250)308-9402 MOUNTAINVIEW PLACE 3700 28A St. 1 bdrm downtown, secure bldg, balcony w/nice city view, recently renovated, dw, f/s, a/c. Small pet ok. NS $800/mo 250-558-2928 NEW 1bdrm condo on OK Lake, hot tub, private beach, underground prkg, $1275/mo. incl: hydro/gas/cable/phone & internet. 250-308-0793 NEW 2bdrm 2bath, avail. Imm. A/C, s/s appl. W/D avail, np, ns. $1050 & up (250)938-4185 Nice 2-bdrm, downtown Falkland, f/s, $650+util, May1st call Roy at (250)868-7690 RICKFORD Manor. Call about rent incentive. 1bdrm apt. utilities extra, ns, np, adult bldg. 250-545-1412
✔ Senior Building ✔ 1 & 2 Bedroom Remodeled Suites ✔ Incl: Heat, Water, Elevator, Parking, Coin Laundry No Smoking / No Pets
250-558-9696
Horizon Apartments 1903 - 31A Street ■ Available Immediately 1 & 2 bdrm $ 595/mo to $795/mo + hydro ■ Adult 40+ ■ N/P ■ N/S ■ Balcony ■ Coin Laundry ■ Covered Parking ■ Close to Hospital
250-558-9696
MORRIS MANOR Spacious 1 bedroom suite. 2 bedroom corner suite. Senior oriented building, downtown across from Schubert Centre. Heat included. For more information call
Hawthorn Lane
1 & 2bdrm, secure building, reno’d, close to downtown, $800 & $850, 250-307-7117, 250-549-9465
AVAILABLE MAY 1ST 2 bedroom suite $
250-542-1701
1604 - 31st Street
250-542-8989
Renovated town homes with private courtyard — enjoy air conditioning and large deck, located in a convenient location right in the heart of Vernon. Affordable living. 2 bdrm … $825 per month 3 bdrm … $925 per month To view, please call:
250-503-1257 A New Tradition of Quality Living
1bdrm, quiet location, level private entry near Schubert Centre & bus route. Includes cable, TV & prkg, F/S, N/S, 50+ $620/mo. (250)309-3763 1bdrm, recently reno’d, adult oriented, pool, on-site laundry, covered parking, NS/NP, $685/mo +util. 250-938-3959. 2BDRM, 1bath, F/S, A/C, NS, onsite laundry, close to amenities, R.R. small pet okay, $750-$850/mo. 250-3068252, 250-545-8252 8am-8pm
Commercial/ Industrial
The CLIFFS
250-545-7251
GREEN VALLEY ESTATES Seniors 55+ 1 bedroom Apartment 660 sq. ft. Walk to downtown $ 700 per month Call Troy at 250.546-3933 or cell 250.833-9158
250-549-2770
REFERENCES REQUIRED SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY PLEASE
Discover the Secret!
Armstrong
• Bright 1 and 2 bdrms. • Renovated, Spacious, Air Conditioned Suites • Adult Oriented • Close to Bus • Park-like Settings • Clean, Well-Managed Building
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New lino & paint. Suitable for one. Available now. Quiet, No parties/ pets or drugs are tolerated. 250-558-5020 for interview or leave message.
R.V. Parking 250-545-1908
418,000
Apt/Condo for Rent
Available May 1 www.countrysidemanufacturedhomes.com
834 25th Avenue View by appointment
250.558.8277
Apt/Condo for Rent
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WAREHOUSE/ OFFICE SPACE
North end location 960’ - $700/month 1528’ - $1050/month 2160’ - $1475/month Loading dock access • 5342’ - $3650/month • All units with overhead doors Call Ray Stafford - Vernon Management 250-549-0198 QUONSET Barn building, 30x40’, 12’ high doors for shop or storage, lower Silver Star Rd, (250)542-1996. Retail commercial office space approx. 1544sqft in busy Spallumcheen Industrial park, avail. immed. rate neg. 250-549-0141 Retail/Comm, high exposure, in busy retail area. Avail immed, rate neg. 1m3500sq.ft., Vernon. 1-250-7177488. Shop for rent in Vernon 1250 sqft. Roll up door, gas heat Comes with or without paint booth. Lots of parking $900/mo util. 250-549-4500 UP to 4000sq.ft. high exposure retail/commercial space. 250-558-1166 WAREHOUSE, office, shop, retail, wholesale, very good rate. 1-250-314-7225, 250550-4178.
Duplex / 4 Plex New 2 Bdrm. Unit For Rent
In an adult building. No smokers, no pets. References & one year lease required. $750/ mo., utilities included. Call Rose after 6:00 p.m.
250-542-7104
2-1bdrm suites avail. close to town, f/s, w/d, ns, 1 cat ok, $675/mo. Chris (250)542-0657 2bdrm, 1bath, downtwn Lumby, $800 incl.util. n/p, Ref. Avail May1 250-550-0361. 2bdrm duplex, furnished apt. 1 min from Okanagan lake, private beach, garden space, quiet area, 20 min from town, $895 incl/util. Avail. May 1. 250-549-1702 2bdrm upstairs, 1bdrm inlaw suite down, new paint, carpet, $1250 NP, F/S. 250-545-9063. 2BD spacious unit New Paint, Laundry, large yard on creek $850.00 Call Sean 250-3060959 or view at www.arttales.ca 3bdrm, 2bath, recroom, fenced yard, family neighborhood, $1200/mo. 250-308-7040. 4-PLEX unit, 2 bdrm. + den, W/D h/u, gas f/p storage shed, ground floor unit, recently painted. $850/mo. + Hydro. Avail. immed. 250-547-6060 AVAIL June 1, duplex, Lumby, 3bdrm, 2baths, new kitchen, close to schools, parks, & shopping. $1100/mo +util. R.R. 250-550-6279. Clean bright 2-bdrm, lower suite, close to D.T. $900/mo incl/util, n/s, n/p, 250-306-4088 “Cool in the summer” New 3bdrm, AC, laundry, util/incl. $1300/mo. 250-558-7814. Fully reno’d 2bed +den, laundry hookup & conveniently located, $979 +util. Avail. immed. ns, np, 250-938-3101 Large 2-bdrm upper suite in fourplex, adult oriented, close to Kin Beach, n/s, n/p, util incl $800 (250)838-9657 May 1. 3br up, 1 dwn, 2bath, carport, np, $1100 +util, DD, ref, 250-542-9591 after 5pm
Classifieds We’ve got you covered! 550-7900
www.vernonmorningstar.com
Mobile Homes & Pads Clean, quiet 2bdrm trailer, located on Good Water Dr. off Westside rd, Vernon BC. $850/mo, propane not incl. F/S, W/D incl. Darcy 250-3099919 or 250-275-6582.
Homes for Rent
Thor
vernonhomes.ca/forrent
250-309-1742 • Bachelor suite incl. util, shared bathrooms. $550 • 3 bdrm townhome. 1.5 bath, nice, cat OK. $950 • 2 bdrm condo, very nice, hardwood floor, new cupboards. $1100 • 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, large upper suite w/util. $1300 • 1 bdrm bsmt suite, big living room. Incl util. $775 • Lumby 1 bdrm above ground suite, new, bright, 800 sqft. $800 incl utilities
2-bdrm, 1-bath Rancher, Grandview Flats, newly reno’d, 1000sqft, unfinished bsmt, large kitchen, laundry up, all appl, pets by approval, n/s, May1, $1150 250-851-1885 3 BD main floor house for rent. Newly reno’d, a/c, covered carport, Large yard with 2 decks. Avail. June 1st, $1250 mo. + 1/2 utils + dd. n/s & pets neg. Please call 250-542-2117 3bdrm, Bella Vista home w/OK Landing lakeview, Vernon, huge backyard, garage & carport, beautiful deck & sunroom, Avail May 1. $1600/mo. Keith 250-503-1642. 3bdrm house for rent, avail imm, near downtown, 250549-6554, 250-372-4842.
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Homes for Rent
Homes for Rent
RV Pads
Suites, Lower
Want to Rent
VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 – 35TH Street, Vernon
Brand new 2-bdrm unit in park with lakeview, N/S, N/P, $925/mo incl pad rent, Avail Immed, RR Kristen 250-3065604 BX area, 3bdrm, 5appl, 1.5bath, NS, pets neg. $1300/mo +util. Ref’s & Lease agreement. 250-542-3827 Coldstream, 3bdrm, 3bath, fenced yard, inground pool, hot tub, close to schools. $1800. July 1st. 250-558-1896 Coldstream school, beautiful 4bdrm, 2 bath, 2300 sq.ft., high-end reno’s, 1/3 acre, a/c n/s, n/p. $1675 +util. June15th? 250-558-8243 EastHill, 3bdm, 2bath, appl. sundeck, large yard, NS, $1600/mo +util, Avail Imm. 250-938-4124. For sale or rent 3-bdrm w/den, private yard, spacious, centrally located. (250)542-0060 Fully furnished,4 bdrm, 3.5bath, executive strata home at Silver Star, avail. immed to Nov. 30, $1500/mo. +util. NS, NP, (250)549-7016 Furnished, 4bdrm, 3bath, executive, Silver Star, April 1. ns, np, $1099+util. 250-558-5045 House for rent in North BX 6298 Rimer rd. $1300+util (250)545-1780 INCREDIBLE RENTAL Canadian Lakeview Estates. 2800sqft. stunning lake views, natural park-like setting, incredible yard $1900/mo+util n/s, n/p, Ref. private boat launch, beach access. (250)558-4698 LARGE 3 Bed/ 3Bath home, available May 1st. With a large open concept living, dining and kitchen this home is fantastic for entertaining! Featuring; a full appliance package, pantry, laundry room, walk in closet off the master suite and gas fireplace in the living room. Close proximity to schools, transportation and all your shopping needs! Asking $1300 per month, plus utilities. For more information please call (778) 340-2230 LUMBY private detached furnished bachelor suite, suitable for 1, on 1 acre, 1 mile from town, $600/mo. +DD incl/util & cable. 250-275-5032 Rent our home! Overlooking Kal Lake, 2bdrm + office, all appl, parking, n/p, n/s, $1400, May1. 250-558-4867. VERNON, 3-bdrm, 1.5-bath, all appl, n/s, n/p, $1295/mo, by Walmart (250)548-3378
Private Lot Swan Lake Rv Resort. $550. Long term. Accom., larger Rv’s.778-930-0372.
CAN’T SELL? Ideal renters, mature couple looking for Vernon home w/large shop, long term, non smokers, no pets. Exc references. 250-542-2785. LOOKING for long term lease farm house pref, have 2 dogs. Good ref’s, rent range: $800$900/mo. Lumby area also. 250-442-7255 MATURE, reliable professional male looking for 2bdrm home, cottage or suite on small acreage. 250-275-0705.
Office/Retail
Storage
1700SQFT w/office & storage space. Ideal location for small business. Lots of parking. For further info please contact 250-542-8566, 250-309-9246
2500sq.ft storage space in downtown Vernon on Main St. bsmn’t, rent negotiable, 250550-4295
2bdrm clean daylight avail. immed. util/incl. np, ns, $750/mo. (250)542-5962, 250540-1797 2bdrm daylight suite, f/s, w/d, n/s, n/p, avail. May 1, $800. 250-306-9909, 250-306-0821 2bdrm, heat, cable, hydro incl, Suits single/prof. couple, Ref., n/p, n/s, $850. 250-307-4343, 250-545-8583. 2-bdrm, level private entry, newly reno’d, f/s, w/d, util/incl, n/s, n/p, Ref & DD req. May1, $900/mo (250)558-9656 2bdrm, pet friendly, lakeview, Westshore Estates, $800/mo, hydro sep. 250-307-3567. 2-bdrm suite, all new, above grd, private entry, parking, WD h/u, n/p, $1000 inc int/cable, Ref & DD Req. (250)542-3201 3920 21A ave, 2bdrm, everything incl. sep.entrance, $695. 250-308-0445. $650 1 bd bsmt, incl util, wi-fi, sat tv. priv lndy, pkg, ent. n/s, n/p. May 15. 542-8847 Avail Apr 30. 2bdrm bsmn’t suite, clean, n/p, no-smokers, for quiet person, level entry, 39th Ave. $800. 250-545-5841 Avail. June 1, large living rm & 1bdrm, priv/entry, NS, F/S, $600 incl/util. 250-545-6515 Brand new 1bdrm daylight suite, approx.1000sqft, adult oriented single family home on 15acres hillside w/beautiful view, very priv.setting, only 10mins drive to Vernon, fully equipped large kitchen w/4 appl. radiant floor heat, wood f/p, w/d, carport, avail May/June $850 250-542-8004. Bright, open, 1bdrm. Sep entrance & parking. NS/NP, $800 incl utilities + $400 DD. Avail May 1st. 250-309-7267 Coldstream, 1-bdrm & den, ground level, 950sqft, reno’d, n/s, n/p, laundry, May 15? $875 incl/util, (250)558-8243 East Hill 2-bdrm, bright, new, $950 util/incl, n/s, n/p, f/s, d/w, shared laundry. 250-545-8688 Furnished 1 bdrm, n/p, n/s, w/d access. $625 util incl. Avail April 31. 250-260-2807 Furnished bachelor suite, Fulton area, avail. immed. $575. util/incl. (250)549-2502 LARGE 1 bdrm suite $800. private entrance, parking, and w/d. wireless internet, sat cable, and all utils incld. 250275-7552 leave a message MIDDLETON: AVAIL May 15/Jun 1, large 2 bd, 6 appl, patio, n/s, $1100/mo. incl. util. 250-306-3036 NEW 1bdrm suite + den, big windows overlooks OK lake & Kin beach, Quartz countertops, new s/s appl. W/D, priv/entry, security system, own prkg, suitable for mature person with ref. NP, NS in/out, $1000 incl/util. sat. TV & wireless internet. (250)542-1614 New Large 1-bdrm bsmt suite, private entrance, furniture & appl incl, Middleton area, R.R. Avail Now $900/mo util incl, (250)545-6601 Newly reno’d, 2bdrm, bsmt suite, $875 mo. Incl., all util/cable, shared laundry, avail May1. D.D. N/s, n/d, n/p. 250-545-8654. Superb fully furnished & equipped ski chalet, 2bdrm, 1bath, Sleeps 6, Avail Immed Oct31 $795/mo 250-661-9914.
THE ROCK, Near new 3 Bd townhome, great location & view. 5 appliances, central air. $1,400/mo. plus water. Family welcome. Available June 1. Sorry, NS, NP. COLDSTREAM, Great 3+1 Bd family home, awesome view. Great neighbourhood, F/S, D/W, W/D. $1,600/mo. Available May 1. Sorry, NS, NP. OKANAGAN AVE., 1 Bd bsmt suite, F/S, shared laundry, close to town on bus route. $650/mo. utilities incl. Available May 1. Sorry, NS, NP CHEW ROAD, 1 Bd suite. Ideal for single person, F/S, D/W, W/D, valley view. $700/mo. utilities incl. Available May 1. Sorry, NS, NP COLDSTREAM, fully furnished, includes utilities, Longlake Estates. Awesome Kal Lake view, 3 bdrm, available May 1st. $1800/mo.
250-542-5580 AVAILABLE MAY 1st 20 acre Lumby Property 3 bd 2 ba. w/d fenced for horses. $2500/mo. please call 250-864-0853. BX/Silver Star Area, 3-bdrm cottage home, f/s, n/s, n/p, $900 + util, (250)545-5004
Property Management
Property Management
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES Executives Realty Ltd. #101 - 2901 32nd Street Vernon, BC V1T 5M2 Bus. (250) 550-2120 Fax. (250) 549-2106 C21property@century21executives.com www.rentalsvernon.com
• Rental Management • Strata Management • Investment Property Management Call Maria or Diana Today for a detailed information package 250-550-2120
AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY • FULLY RENOVATED TWO BEDROOM CONDO – Fresh paint and new laminate throughout this condo make it bright and spacious. Located in Alexis Park it is close to transit, shopping and schools. Includes F/S, D/W and air conditioner.
RENT: $990.00 per month plus utilities • TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT – On Okanagan Avenue in Regency Gardens. Rent includes F/S, D/W, & on site coin laundry.
RENT: $775.00 per month plus electricity • LUMBY - 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT - Second floor – above downtown business.
RENT: $750.00 per month includes heat, water, & sewer. • ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT – on 43rd Avenue, on site coin laundry, close to shopping and bus routes.
RENT: $575.00 per month plus utilities
AVAILABLE MAY 1ST • COLDSTREAM RANCHER – Three bedroom, two bathroom home with laminate floors, all the appliances and fully wheelchair accessible. Beautiful views of the valley in the front and a large patio in the back this home also has a garage. Rent includes F/S, D/W, W/D, Central Air Conditioning. Pet Friendly with deposit.
RENT: $1,500.00 per month plus utilities
AVAILABLE JUNE 1ST • BEAUTIFUL TWO BEDROOM CONDO – Just off Kal Lake Road this condo is situated between the Vernon Golf Course and Kalamalka Lake. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, hard wood floors, air conditioning, gas fireplace, open concept floor plan. This is a must see.
RENT: $1,100.00 per month plus utilities • FULL HOUSE WITH TWO BEDROOM SUITE UP AND TWO BEDROOM SUITE DOWN UPPER UNIT – This two bedroom upper floor suite has large bedrooms, separate dining and living space, wall unit air conditioner, single car garage, and back patio. Includes F/S, D/W, W/D. Pet Friendly, with deposit. RENT: $1,300.00 per month includes utilities LOWER UNIT – Bright and spacious two bedroom basement suite this unit includes F/S. Pet friendly, with deposit. RENT: $900.00 per month includes utilities
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Recreation
Senior Assisted Living
1 Bedroom Suite Available in the Victorian. Please inquire for a viewing Elly 250-545-0470
ABBEYFIELD HOUSE SUPPORTIVE LIVING, vacancy 10 seniors only, (250)542-3711, 250-308-2148 Respite care at Casa Soraya Licensed registered care aide at private home for independent & semi independent, complex care. Per day or month. Call to reserve & or prices. 250-307-5576.
Shared Accommodation 1-BDRM in large 3 bdrm to share. Female pref. w/d d/w f/p f/s $500/mth 250-308-0675 ph Carol for appt. Aval Immed. 1BDRM, no-drugs, no-parties, downtown. $450/mo incl.util. furniture, cable. 250-549-0644 Close to town, 1bdrm, shared bath, $425/mo. + SD. standard util/incl. (250)308-1147 FURNISHED room for rent, incl, cable/util, $400/mo +DD, (250)550-4740 Great space to share, own living rm, bdrm, bath, patio, must be honest, clean, quiet & considerate, $500. 250-260-2662 Lrg. private 1bdrm, 1bath, shared kitchen, pool, beach, tennis, hiking,mtn biking. $500 incl/util, HD TV. 250-306-8052. Private bedroom in beautiful home overlooking Swan Lake. 7 mins from town on bus route. Includes all utilities, available immed. 558-3302 778-475-5911 or 778-9300181 Sue $500.00
Suites, Lower
FURNISHED East Hill $500/mo all inclusive, R.R. D.D. NS/NP. 250-549-2815.
1 BD + den, off street parking, shared laundry, hydro and heat incl’d $700 250-503-7418 1bdrm close to Kal Beach, Furn/$900 Un-Furn./$800 incl/util., June1, long-term pref. prof/re-tired couple, NS, W/D, DW, sat./int. priv/entry, sm. dog ok. 250-549-2178 1BDRM +DEN East Hill area, 5-appl. daylight, priv.entry & driveway, f/p, ns, np, avail. July 1, $775 +util. (250)275-1659 2bdrm bsmt suite, private laundry, level entry, f/s, w/d, pet ok. Avail June.1 DD req. $800 incl util., located between Vernon & Armstrong. 250-5428231.
Homes for Rent
Homes for Rent
EXPLORE in style! 2010 towables & motorhomes for rent from just $582/wk! Call Kelowna Truck & RV today @ 250-769-1000. KALAMALKA LK. Seasonal camping lot for rent. Tween Lk Resort. 780-462-6052. Rental Mobile Recreational united NEEDED July 16 & 17, for family Reunion, Armstrong, by reliable older folks. Call 250-549-6763
Rooms for Rent
SUPER-SIZED RENT-TO-OWN Bright family-sized eat-in kitchen. Sparkling hardwood floors. Private fenced-in yard. Lovely home on quiet tree-lined street. Credit problems OK. Call 1-877-509-9009 or get info at VernonRentToOwn.com
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
*Houses *Twnhme * Furnished Accommod. * Vernon * Armstrong 3 bdrm 2 bath Parker Cove home $1150+util #3 Lakeshore Rd Includes F,S,W,D,DW Avail now 3+1 bdrm 4 bath custom exec home $1800+util 501 Whitecourt Pl Incl F,S,DW. Avail May 2010 3 bdrm 3 bath townhouse $1150+util 1607 43rd Avenue Includes Fr St Available April long term 2 bdrm 2 bath Foothills townhome $1400+util 6964 Manning Place Includes appl.. Avail now 2 bdrm 1 bath one level downtown home $1125+util 2802-38St Includes appl Avail April 4 bdrm 3 bath furnished executive home $1500 incl util & appl 18451 Crystal Waters Rd 3 bdrm 1 bath renovated home 2113 34 st $1100+util inc FSWD avail now 4 bdrm 2 bath Coldstream home $1700 + util 7604 Birch Lane Fr St included Available June. CONTACT DOUG WILLIAMS 250-260-0198
www.buyokanagan.com FREE Rental List
See pictures & maps at
www.buyokanagan.com
at 5603 - 27 St., Vernon
Antiques / Classics 1958 Metropolitan Conv. coral & white, very straight body, older body off resto, in storage for past 5yrs, lovely little car, price incl. $2000 of just purchased new parts, plans have changed, $7500. Call (250)558-2971 to email pics. 1965 Ford Galaxy 500 XL. New-top, brake cyl. & brakes, shocks, dual muffler, RAD, tires. Overhauled 390 motor. Leather int. new. Ex. driver. $10,000. 250-763-3465 1972 Lincoln Continental, 4dr, low k’s, exc.shape, collector plates. $6800 or consider trades. 250-503-2160. 1989 Trans AM GTA original Pristine, black/black leather 350 T-tops, 21,000km original, show rm cond. $28,000 obo. (250)558-1194, 250-241-0627 ‘71 Chevy pu, stepside, LB, 350 auto, #’s match. Runs great,ex. body$1800 763-5462
Auto Accessories/Parts 2003 Vista Range, Canopy 6’’ with sliders $850.00 (250)2755014 BRITISH CAR parts garage sale. 40 year collection must go. Too much to list. Evenings this week from 6.00 pm and all day Friday April 30. 250-5450419 evenings. Gord. FREE Removal of unwanted vehicles etc. Dead or Alive Auto Recycling. Call Leo (250)550-5245 GMC Sonoma fiberglass canopy, $200. Mazda B2200 fiberglass canopy, teal green, $200. (250)260-0394 Hood for ‘55 Chev with Bird & Emblem, $1200 250-5428317. RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINES 2 Year, 60,000kms, Warranty. 250-542-2685. RIMS $25/ea, tires $45/ea, P205/75R14, fits 2000 Caravan. 250-545-1414. S10 Truck & Blazer parts. Boxes $200 & up, Doors $75 & up, Windshields $100. 250503-4523. White lined fiberglass tonneau cover for Chev Silverado 6’6” box, made by ARE, $1400 new, offers. (250)503-2155 WRECKING GM FWD Cars, all parts on the shelf. Motors $300 & up. Doors $75 & up. Since 1994. Armstrong. 250546-9055.
Auto Financing
Auto Services TIRE CHANGES FOR $5 PER TIRE. 250-546-6934
Cars - Domestic
ARMSTRONG AUTOPLEX 1995 HONDA CIVIC
2 dr, 4 cyl, 5 spd, very nice
sold STK#3433
$
2,995
1992 FORD RD RANGER P/U
3.0 L/V6, auto, clean
STK#3432
$
1,895
1997 FORD ORD ESCORT
4 dr, 4 cyl, 5 spd, CD stacker
STK#3410
$
2,100
1998 HYUNDAI UNDAI ELANTRA
4 dr, 4 cyl, 5 spd, CD player
STK#3338
$
2,200
2000 HYUNDAI NDAI ACCENT GSI
2 dr, 4 cyl, 5 spd
STK#3420
$
3,300
2002 NISSAN SSAN SENTRA
4 dr, 4 cyl, auto, loaded
STK#3428
$
3,650
2002 HYUNDAI UNDAI ELANTRA
4 dr, 4 cyl, auto, air, loaded, 160,000 kms
STK#3434
Suites, Upper
$
4,100
1999 FORDD TAURUS WAGON
V/6, auto, loaded, clean 1 owner, 133,000 kms
1bdrm, full bath, newly reno’d, n/s, n/p, avail now. $650 util incl., 250-307-8747 after 3pm. 1bdrm priv/entry East Hill, adult preferred, ns, np, ref’ & DD req., avail. May 1, util/incl. $600/mo. 250-558-9656 1bdrm, quiet neighborhood, walk to downtown, newly reno’d, plus garden, f/s, w/d, util incl., n/s, suits single, ref., $750. 250-308-0669 or 250-542-3234. Detached 2 bdrm suite, natural gas fireplace, available immediately, N/P,N/S. $750/mo 250-938-1040. IMMACULATE 3-bdrm 2-bath, f/p, WD, large yard/deck $1200/mo. (250)306-0046 Upper floor, 2bdrm deck, f/s, w/d, n/p, n/s. DD. $850/mo incl utils. May 1st, 250-542-3309
STK#3408
$
4,100
1990 FORDD F250 XCAB 4X4
V/8, auto, air, new tires, brakes & front end, 184,000 kms
$ STK#3435
3,750
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Townhouses 2 BDRM Townhouse, 1.5bath, f/s, w/d, dw, NP/NS, pool, parking, great location. $1000/mo + utilities. Avail. May 1, 250-542-0407
Auto Financing
Classifieds 550-7900
1977 Corvette, Teal, T-roof, 4spd., ex. mech., ex. body, $10,900. aft. 5pm. 763-8648 1991 Ford 1/2 ton p/u, no rust, 220,000km, in great shape. $1200 obo. 250-307-4451. 1995 Chrysler Sebring coupe, great student car, $2000 obo. 250-307-2303. 250-542-6006. 1998 Mercury Sable 4dr, good cond, $2500 (250)542-5591
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Cars - Domestic 1996 Grand Prix, V6, cruise, PW/PL, student car, service records, $1200. 250-308-6038 1997 Chev Cavalier, red, 2dr, sunroof, standard, brand new winter tires, 236,000kms. $2500 obo. 250-886-6821, 250-545-1987 eve. 1998 Chevy Cavalier 4dr white stereo air, good A-B runner $2000 obo. 250-938-4370 1998 Dodge Stratus, excellent condition, 182,000 kms. One lady owned car. Asking $3,995.00. Call 250-260-1908 1998 Ford Escort 4dr auto, 4cyl, 152K, exc. cond. $2950. 250-938-0012 1998 Ford Escort wagon, 5spd, 285,378kms, runs good $900. 250-549-2389. 2002 Century, auto, 159K, keyless entry, 31mpg, $4900 OBO. 250-260-8617 2003 PT Cruiser, red, 176K, exc/shape, $5000 (250)5459144 2004 Z06 Corvette, six speed, 405 hp, very clean, 22,000 kms, $42,500 250-542-8317. 2007 Kia Rio 5spd, p/w, p/l, a/c, $6800 obo. 250-549-9121 2007 Mustang Convertible, V6, many extras, low mileage, exc/cond incl, 2 full sets of custom wheels. $19,500 OBO (250)542-8157 A 2007 Kia Rio 5, 4dr, low kms, 5spd, warranty (no air) $6800. (250)309-1365
Cars - Sports & Imports 1981 Mercedes 450SL Conv. 2nd owner, exc. cond. open to offers.250-547-6303 after 6pm 1991 Mercedes Benz 300E 161K in exc. cond. asking $6000. Jerry 250-542-4440 1997 Mazda 626, exc. cond. fully serviced, 8 tires, $3000. 250-550-4551 1998 VW Jetta gl, std, ac, 196,000km, good condition, all brand new brakes 3200.obo 250-309-8507 1999 Toyota Tercel, well maintained, great gas mileage, $4995 obo. 250-503-5244. 1999 VW Jetta 4dr auto, new winter tires, runs good, $4200. (250)308-0793 2002 Acura/TL 3.2 type S. pearl white, leather, sunroof, mags. $9500 (250)308-8915 2004 Acura TL, full load, leather, roof, dealer serviced. $15,750 OBO (250)545-6396 2005 Acura EL, silver, 4dr, sunroof, heated leather seats, climate control, 53,000kms, manual, all serviced at Acura. $12,950. 250-309-4920. 2005 HONDA Civic SE, Coupe, A/C, CD, 106K kms, 1 owner, no accidents $8700 OBO. 250-275-0644 2005 Toyota Echoe, red, 4 dr, Sedan, air, power locking, cd player, 14,000kms orig/owner, like new. $10,000. obo. 250558-4158.
Motorcycles 1981 Suzuki GS 1100 G exc. cond. new battery, tires, lots more, saddle bags, $2300 obo. 250-503-8101 1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R exc. shape, $2495. (250)546-9972
Motorcycles
Recreational/Sale
1999 Yamaha V-Star 650, pristine cond. 17,000 miles, extras $3900. 250-503-4685 2000 Honda CR250 many extras, $2800 obo. (250)5457655 2004 YZ250 & 1999 GSXR750 many after markets, $3300 each obo. 250-308-8728 2008 HD XL1200 Nightster, warranty, 3000k, factory order, $10,000 obo. 250-307-2227 $AVE E-SCOOTER $ALE *Brand New* E-Scooters $779 Kids Dirtbike/ATV Start@$249 Adult@$1499 Buggy,UTV,etc www.KDMSports.com 1-866-203-0906/250-863-1123 LEARN to ride from the most experienced instructors in the BC interior. Small class size; courses start every two weeks. Use our bike for the road test at no extra charge. www.vtwinokanagan.ca or 250-764-7075
2005 Sportsmaster 237TS travel trailer, 26’ total length, front queen walk around bed, slide w/couch, sleeps 6, exc cond., fully loaded, Inc equalizer hitch, Asking $15,500. 250-838-6242 250-503-8901. 2008 5TH WHEEL & 2004 FORD DIESEL P/U Jayco Eagle Super Lite 28.5’ RLS, 12’ Superslide, 20’ electric awning, outside BBQ & ent.centre, queen bed, 4-chair dinette, hide-a-bed, built in vac, filtered water tap, 2 flat screen TV’s, gen set, as new. Ford 350, 4x4 superduty shortbox crew, full leather, loaded, 120k, records since new. Package cost $90k, asking $55k. For pictures and more info email jshurey@telus.net or call 250-549-3788. 2008 COUGAR 243RKS trailer & 2008 Chev Silverado 2500HD Classic duramax diesel. Like new condition. Rear kitchen, livingroom slide, 24’ trailer with upgraded queen bed, WeberQ200 bbq, other extras. Truck fully loaded crew cab, leather, spray in box liner, rollup cover, step bars, sun roof, bose sound, remote start, Kenwood system with satellite radio and Nav system. Only 35,161km. Package $59,900. Call 250-762-4306 36’ 5th Wheel Prowler Deluxe, 4 slides, island kit, f/p, heated tanks, immac cond. $53,000. 250-765-3137. DIFFERENCE BETWEEN Men and Boys? Men fix their toys! Become a Outdoor Power equipment technician. Work on watercraft, ATVs, snowmobiles, etc. Credit towards apprenticeship. GPRC Fairview College Campus. www.gprc. ab.ca/fairview 1-888-999-7882 If you are looking for a great MH, don’t miss this one. 2000 40’Damon Escape, Cummings diesel, Allison 6spd, auto tranny, 14’ slide, fully loaded. $65,000 obo. 250-545-0790
Off Road Vehicles 1990 Honda 300, Four-trax, Quad, new tires, good cond, $2500 OBO (250)558-0553 1995 Polaris Scrambler, 400, 2stroke, 4x4, reliable & fast. $2800 (250)546-3524
Recreational/Sale 1983 25’ Citation Class C, M.H. Ford 460, 77,884kms, $10,000 250-558-1646 or view @ classified.castanet.net 1989 Corsair 5th wheel, 35’, new tires & batteries, awning. $5,000. 250-550-3318. 1989 FORD CAMPER VAN w/roof air & Onan powerplant, like new cond. To many extras to list, only 105miles. MUST SEE! $11,000. (250)549-3499 1990 Corsair 27’ MH, 96,000kms, runs on gas or propane, 2 solar cells, twin beds, very comfortable rig. $15,500. 250-547-2308. 1994 Northernlite W.T. 9.5’ Camper, well kept, $9300 OBO (250)558-3567 1997 20.5’ Slumber Queen 5th wheel, queen bed, rear dinette, very clean, $9500 obo. 250-542-9968 1998 25’ Springdale travel trailer, slide, exc. shape, many extras, sleeps 6, $8900 obo. (250)549-2311 1999 Corsair Excella 28.5’ 5th Wheel, c/w Slide - loaded. Offers. (250)503-8489 2000 - 27’ GM Corsair Class “C” Motorhome. Never any smokers or pets. 37,000 Km. Incl generator and TV. $28,500. call 250-540-4439 or alszeliga@telus.net to view. 2003 Hitchhiker 5th wheel, 2 slides, queen bed, shower, large windows, immaculate cond. $21,500. (250)549-3339 2004 20’ Mallard Travel trailer, 3600lbs, as new, $12,000. 250-542-6776 for more info. 2005 Fleetwood Toa’s pop up tent trailer, used only 4 times, new cond. Cost $8500 Sell $5000. Bill or Irene to view 250-545-3252. 2005 GMC 3500 diesel, 2007 9’6 Okanagan camper. Will sell camper sep. 546-6625.
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Scrap Car Removal FREE Removal of unwanted vehicles etc. With or without papers. 250-938-6777 SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equipment. $2 and up/each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288
Sport Utility Vehicle
Trucks & Vans
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Escorts
2003 Jeep Liberty, loaded, auto, 4WD, exc.cond. Only 63,900kms, $14,900. 250-5426042. 2003 Nissan XTerra S.E 4wd, loaded, V6, auto, only 85,000k, exc cond $13,500 250-492-8087 2004 Porsche Cayenne S, AWD SUV, Mint condition, 91,000kms, all service records, white ext, new tires, 19”rims, Sunroof, $29,999. Ph. 250-938-0913 2006 GMC Envoy SLT, executive driven, 78,000K’s, all options, new tire. Impeccable. Serious inquiries, only $17,900 Richard. (250)309-2436
2007 Chevy Silverado, 4x4, 2500HD, 4dr, full load,6’6”L box. Still under warranty. Equipped with On Star. $21,500. 778-475-0521Vernon 2007 Dodge SLT 4x4 2500 6.7L diesel, 4dr, p/w, p/l, custom group, 62,235km, still on warranty $35,000. 250-5428962 evenings. OLD BEATER Ford 1994 4x4, totally rebuilt, everything new, except body, $3200 obo. (250)549-7359
BAILIFF SALE 2004 Ford F350 diesel c/c, 2004 Chev Silverado c/c, 2004 Hyundai accent 4dr, 2001 Skytrack 8042 Telehandler (zoom boom), 2004 Cat Skidsteer, 2006 Bobcat S185 Skidsteer, 2001 Genie S60 boomlift, 1999 Genie Z60 manlift. Call Shuswap Bailiffs 250-503-6897
ALL Pro Escorts. Female & Male Escorts & Strippers. 24hr fast & friendly service. Cash/Visa/MC. Always hiring. Penticton:250-487-2334 Kelowna:250-860-7738 Vernon:250-542-8448 Salmon Arm:250-832-6922 www.allproescorts.com or www.allprostrippers.com
Trucks & Vans 1981 Jeep J20 3/4 ton pickup, blue, standard transmission. As is - runs, rusty, has been well maintained. Matching canopy, bush bar & extra tailgate. Tires new on in 2007 & new clutch in 2008. $1800.00 obo. Call evenings only to view. 250-546-3606 1989 Ford F350 4x4, 5spd, gas/propane, 184K, reg cab, l/b, $2900 obo. 250-549-4656 1992 Bronco 302 5spd, 8000lb worn winch, $1095. Bell express & guns. 250-545-0110 1994 Ford F250 S/C, 4x4, diesel, 318,000K, new paint and restoration in 2006. (250)542-0891 1994 Mazda B400 4x4, standard V6, $3700 obo. (250)545-9715 1998 3500 work van, propane, insulated, headache rack/firewall $6500 Paul 250-503-5558 1998 MAZDA MPV 7 psgr 4 dr van. 4WD/AWD. 207K. $5000 OBO. 250-542-7180. 2001 Ford Ranger, 5 cyl, 5 spd, 2wd, reg cab, immaculate 109kms, cd, $6,450. 250-9381419 2002 Dodge 3/4ton 4x4 cummins diesel 159,960km, senior owned, best in valley, $20,400. (250)542-7379 2003 Ford F250 S/D, 4x4, diesel, auto, 200k, loaded, good cond. $10,900. 250-308-2225. 2004 GMC 2500 HD 4x4, ext. cab, long box, 6L, both gas & propane, well maint, 244K, $7950 obo. (250)542-2822 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 DENALI, 96,000kms, fully loaded, crew-cab $24,500. 250-540-3650.
Recreational/Sale
Utility Trailers For Rent. New 7x14 Cargo Tandem Trailer. Reasonable Rates. 250-546-6214, (250)307-5131 TRAILERS All types, all sizing, excellent pricing. Pleasant Valley Trailers, Vernon. (250)545-2000
Boat Rentals LAKESIDE BOAT RENTALS Why buy when you can rent? Rent 19’ Bowriders, serving the Okanagan Valley. Book Your Boat Now! 250-307-7368
Boats
Sport Utility Vehicle 1994 Toyota 4Runner, 265,000kms, runs great, some rust $4000 obo 250-558-8298 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, full load, auto, 4x4, straight 6, tow pkg, low kms, very clean. $11,900. 250-2751212.
Escorts 1ST Class Mystique Escorts. Gorgeous Ladies & Men of all ages to suit every need. 24/7 out calls. Quick arrival time reasonable rates. 860-6778 (Kelowna), (250) 558-5500 (Vernon). NOW HIRING. www.mystiqueescorts.ca 30 year old, petite, attractive, brunette is available from 11:00am-12midnight in Vernon. 250-260-3946
Casey, new friendly, open minded & reasonable rates. (250)307-1668 Christy, 21yrs, Dirty Blonde, pretty & petite. Looking to meet new friends. (250)3069464 MALE 4 Male Erotic Massage, $95. Winfield, 9-9 Daily 250766-2048
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22 cubic foot fr idge with bottom freezer
$300 OBO
12’ Alum boat & tailer, 2.5HP gas motor & electric motor. $2800. 250-546-9399. 12’ aluminum boat with oars, $400 obo. (250)503-1793 14’ Aluminum boat & trailer. Incl 9.5hp mtr, 5hp motor, elec motor, $2500. 250-765-3137. 14’ fiberglass boat w/trailer and 9.8 motor, electric start. 2008 5x10 inclosed utility trailer $2500 obo. 250-558-0871. 1993 230 Sea Ray Sundancer, express cruiser, tandem trailer, 480hrs on 5L merc cruiser, sleeps 4, extremely well-maintained and clean, all records, $22,500obo, (250)276-6213 2005 Bayliner 192 Cuddy Cabin, fish finder, 3.0L 4cyl Merc, $13,900. 250-938-0231. 2006 Searay Sun Deck, 20’ Bowrider, CD/XM radio stereo, 5.0L Merc, very low hrs, Bimney & snap on canvas, mint cond. $28,900. 250-938-0231. $5000 REWARD Offered for return of two seadoos and trailer stolen in Coldstream Saturday April 17, 2010. Don at prosul@shaw.ca 250-5493383 LASER SAILBOAT Good cond. incl.trailer, new tiller w/extension $1100 obo. 250-275-6362.
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Further information, Specifications, and Quote Forms may be obtained from the City of Vernon website www.vernon.ca, or the office of the Purchasing Agent, Operations Yard Office, 1900 48th Avenue, Vernon, B.C. between the hours of 8:00 - 4:00 Monday to Friday.
Snowmobiles 2003 Polaris Vertical Escape 159 track. Piped. Good condition. 1550 miles $4999. 250 814-0055
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Mobile and In-Shop RV Repair • Fiberglass & Gelcoat Repair • RV Customization • Woodwork & Cabinetry • Detailing of RVs & Boats • Parts and Accessories Call Craig Mayall 250-549-0019 • craig@gilmay.ca
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City of Vernon REQUEST FOR QUOTE FOOTHILLS DRIVE PAVING PROJECT QUOTE #PW-10-36 Faxed Quotes will be received at the office of the Purchasing Agent at 250-550-3523 up to and including 2:00 p.m. local time Friday, April 30, 2010. Quotes must be submitted on the Invitation to Quote Form # PW-10-36 for the following paving project: Foothills Drive north of Fortress Cres: 1 lift of asphalt, total thickness of 75mm, estimated quantity 255 metric tonnes.
The City of Vernon reserves the right to accept or reject all or any Quotations and to accept the Quotations in total or in part, or to accept the Quotation which it deems most favourable in the interest of the City of Vernon. The lowest or any Quotation will not necessarily be accepted.
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