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Ethan Scott (far left) tries to get the ball from J.R. Lebelt as they try out wheelchair basketball Saturday at Priest Valley Gym as part of Unplug and Play Week, while Art Kelz (above) explains the details of the sport. Anyone, able-bodied or disabled, interested in the sport can e-mail artkelz@gmail.com for information.
School district slashes spending levels KATHERINE MORTIMER Morning Star Staff
While a projected enrolment increase is good news for the Vernon School District, the rest of the picture isn’t so positive. After approving its preliminary budget, the board has announced that there will be job cuts for the 2014/15 school year in order to meet the budget shortfall of $1,489,486. The district is predicting a small enrolment increase at the elementary school level for September. “While this is very Bill Turanski welcome news the district had to reduce expenditures to meet the budget shortfall,” said board chairperson Bill Turanski. The shortfall is due to the following cost pressures not funded by the Ministry of Education: increased Medical Services Plan costs, increased municipal pension costs, increased Workers’ Compensation rates, increased BC Hydro rates, increased CUPE
wage costs, increased teacher and CUPE benefits costs, inflationary costs for supplies. “I am a bit shocked, because the personnel adjustments are all mostly CUPE and that’s painful,” said CUPE president Mark Olsen. “We’re getting told that they’re trying to minimize effects to the classroom and yet they’ve made huge cuts to the education assistants.” Among the expenditure reductions is $342,117 for special education support staff. “It’s ironic because we’re told that special needs student enrolment is up but they’re cutting it,” said Olsen. “And the problem is that we’re not talking just a couple of people being affected — this is about shaving hours off and cutting jobs.” Other reductions include $125,000 in transportation routes, and that means more kids will be walking to school. Olsen, a school bus driver, said five routes will be cut, and how the routes will be restructured is not yet clear. “Definitely more people are going to be walking, but we have yet to see what this looks like because the problem with trans-
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Heather Malcolm said she is sympathetic to support staff. “It’s not good news for CUPE, as they are bearing the brunt of the cuts,” she said. “We are used to the recall list because of our collective agreement, but there will be layoffs of teachers, but how many will be recalled I don’t know. “And as much as we’re told they want to keep cuts away from the classroom, students are being affected. MSP and Hydro premiums are operational costs, so why aren’t they being funded? We are not a have-not province, but our kids receive less than the national average.” Turanski said the board continues to be concerned about the devastating annual underfunding of the education system provided by the government. “Difficult decisions that affect valued employees have been made to balance the budget,” he said. “These cost reductions will result in some reallocation of staff. For some staff members it will translate into reduced hours of work while for others it will result in layoffs. We are currently proceeding with this staff restructuring process.
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Morning Star brings home silver Morning Star Staff So close to being the best. The Morning Star finished second in the B.C. Lottery Corporation Newspaper Excellence Award for its circulation category (highest) by only a quarter of a point at the annual B.C. Yukon Community Newspaper Association’s Ma Murray Community Newspaper Awards, held at Richmond’s River Rock Resort. North Vancouver’s North Shore News edged out The Morning Star, 88.50 to 88.25, in scoring by the category judge. The Abbotsford News, like The Morning Star, a Black Press publication, placed third. The Morning Star finished third in the same category a year ago. “A clean, crisp and comprehensive news package with good photographs and strong sports coverage,” wrote the judge about The Morning Star’s entry. “Well-designed, well-written, and relevant, The Morning Star also has a healthy classified section and op-ed section, both of which show strong community involvement. Good work.” Said Morning Star publisher Ian Jensen, who collected the award Saturday along with managing editor Glenn Mitchell: “It’s a great honour to be a top-three finalist two years in a row, but that shows the dedication and hard work every single person at the paper puts into the product. And I know we’re going to continue to strive to be the best in the province.” There are 11 judging criteria for 100 available points in the general excellence category. The Morning Star finished ahead
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Roger Knox’s photo won third place for Best Sports Photo in its category at the annual B.C. Yukon Community Newspaper Association’s Ma Murray Community Newspaper Awards at Richmond’s River Rock Resort. of the North Shore News in five categories and three items were tied. Morning Star reporter/photographer Roger Knox was a finalist in the best sports photo (circulation 25,000 and over) category, and his shot of a runner stumbling
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Plan to honour councillor targets park cepts were based on 90 responsrichard rolke es provided by the public. Morning Star Staff “The biggest theme Details may soon is something at Polson be known on how Park,” said Coun. Vernon will permaJuliette Cunningham, a nently remember a member of a committee respected civic leadoverseeing the process. er. “The committee is About 15 people looking at something attended an open in the area of the band house Tuesday to Patrick Nicol shell.” discuss plans to honSpecific details are our Patrick Nicol, a still being worked out longtime councillor who died in January. The con- by the committee and a recom-
mendation will be made to city council May 26. “We’re learning towards the whole (band shell) area being identified as a gathering place and there being a memorial to Patrick there,” said Cunningham. It’s hoped that some aspects of the tribute can be unveiled July 1 during Canada Day celebrations, an event Nicol organized for years. “It would be the perfect time to do it,” said Cunningham.
In remembering Nicol, the committee asked for suggestions that reflected Nicol’s values, could be accessed by the entire community and that built on existing infrastructure. Discussions have also been held with Nicol’s family to get a sense of what kind of memorial would be appropriate. “We spoke to Patrick’s brother and it was felt he (Patrick) would be uncomfortable with anything too big,” said Cunningham.
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Bee spells out success for Junction Jennifer Smith Morning Star Staff
The Okanagan College Eggheads may be in the upper echelon when it comes to spelling shenanigans, claiming their third straight win, but everyone is a winner where the beneficiary is considered. A buzz of excitement filled the ballrooms at the Best Western Vernon Lodge Wednesday morning as a record number of 22 teams raised $23,000 just by taking part in the seventh annual Kal Tire Spelling Bee in support of the Junction Literacy and Youth Centres. Despite moans and groans from those who struggled, there were a lot of laughs and cheers as everyone from students to tire sales staff and bankers took part. The College Eggheads claimed victory, once again, spelling all but one of the 15 words correct in the spelling bee. It’s a word which, once announced for the teams to collectively try and spell, produced the following response from many. “Oh my gosh, I’ve never even heard of it.” The Eggheads were off by one-letter in their spelling of guayabera. Team Captain Chandra McCann admits there’s no secret to their success. “We’ve just got some good spellers,” she said, adding that this year they didn’t even study, but they were joined by OC president Jim Hamilton. “We just love coming to support the junction,” said McCann of the importance of literacy in every day life. Whether they got one word wrong or sev-
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Edie Lowes (above left), Chandra McCann and Ingrid Neumann, of the Okanagan College Egg Heads, react to their correctly spelled words at the Kal Tire Spelling Bee in support of the Junction Literacy and Youth Centres Wednesday. Left, Diana Horsley, Barb Overend and Bev Gess total up scores, while Jennifer Smith, of The Morning Star, listens for the next word at the event at the Best Western Vernon Lodge.
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Vernon council joins fight against mussels richard rolke Morning Star Staff
Vernon is demanding senior politicians take the invasive mussels threat seriously. Council will write the federal and pro-
vincial governments, including the local MP and MLA, and urge action to prevent zebra and quagga mussels from arriving in the Okanagan water basin. “It kind of scares me,”
said Coun. Catherine Lord. “The lakes are one of the big attractions we have and we don’t want to see anyone disrupt that.” The mussels are
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“Our whole economy in many ways relies on the lakes so we need some buy-in from the federal and provincial governments,” said Coun. Mary-Jo O’Keefe. OBWB has estimated it could cost $43 million a year to manage the mussels if they arrive in the valley. Sawatzky will contact senior officials about the mussels but he admits letters have been written before. “The complete lack of response is what’s outstanding,” he said.
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ATV crash has crews scrambling aid attendant from the school joined the ATV Lake Country fire rider and went back to crews responded to its the scene, while Lake second ATV accident in Country emergency two weeks as emergen- officials deployed its cy crews were called to specialized ATV to access the a remote area remote locaoff of Beaver tion. Lake Road “We were Saturday able to drive afternoon. in about a A man ridkilometre ing in a group with regular of ATV ridtrucks but ers had rolled then had to his vehicle Steve Windsor use the speand broken cialty ATV his leg in the accident and his leg was and we took our crews pinned between the up there and then transported B.C. Ambulance ATV and the tree. One of the rid- up as well,” said fire ers in the group drove chief Steve Windsor. An air ambulance down to the Heavy Equipment School in was also called in as it Winfield to call 911 and was decided the safest to ask for help. A first- way to transport the kevin parnell
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rider to hospital was by air. It took about 90 minutes for the man to have his leg freed and to be stabilized before being brought out. Windsor said the man was lucky to be riding in a group or it could have been worse. “When you are on a motor vehicle in the back-country, sometimes accidents occur,” he said. “It’s important to be wearing the proper safety equipment and riding with a group. In this case there was an accident but someone was there to stay with him as well as another person to go and get help.” The firefighting ATV can seat four emergency personnel and also tows
a specialized trailer that can store medical equipment and also carries a basket stretcher. Windsor said they get a lot of use out of the ATV that was purchased five years ago. “Buying it was a result of a fire off
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Gord Molendyk thought the RCMP member was pulling his leg when he told them eight vehicles were pulled over on Saturday for not having valid insurance. It was no joke. “One member had four before noon,” said Molendyk, RCMP spokesperson for the Vernon-North Okanagan detachment. Members of the RCMP’s reservists program, along with officers from North Okanagan Traffic Services and the Integrated Road Safety Unit, were conducting traffic enforcement throughout Greater Vernon and south along Highway 97 when they pulled over the offenders. Seven vehicles from the Okanagan and one from Alberta were ticketed for not having valid insurance. Each
now faces a fine of $598. There are some instances where a motorist may have received a new decal prior to the insurance expiring and forgot to put it on the plate, or there are instances when stickers get stolen. In each case Saturday, however, the vehicles were checked with the motor vehicle branch to determine if the car had no valid
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he Perennial (spelled correctly) Bridesmaids didn’t even make it to the church this year. The Morning Star Perennial Bridesmaids, three-times a runner-up by one word at the annual Junction Literacy and Youth Centres Kal Tire Adult Spelling Bee, did not place in the top-three for the first time ever. We weren’t even close. The Morning Star settled for 10 out of 15, and Lord knows what place out of the record 22 teams that took part in the immensely (spelled correctly) popular event. Winners for the secRoger Knox ond year in a row were the Okanagan College Eggheads, who, according to one team member, “has a team captain that can spell anything.” They got 14 out of 15 (and wait til you see the words!) Finishing tied for second, with 13, were the Bold ‘N’ Agers, and a team from Bannister Honda, a squad whose lineup included car seller for a day, former school district superintendent Bev Rundell, and Richard Harrison, a Grade 10 Seaton student. You may have heard of Richard before. He recently finished 18th at the Canadian spelling championships. Yes, teams add ringers. The Morning Star added Fulton Secondary English teacher Jane Maskell to a stellar lineup that included me, fellow reporters Cara Brady, Katherine Mortimer, Jennifer Smith and Tyler Lowey, managing editor Glenn Mitchell and creative Brenda Giesbrecht. Teams will also stoop to intimidation tactics: Bold ‘N’ Ager: “You know why you guys never win? Because you use Spellcheck.” Me: “Spellcheck?” Current superintendent Joe Rogers of the
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school district squad sauntered (spelled correctly) over and reminded Maskell who pays her salary. Seriously, though, the Bee is used as a fundraiser for the Junction Literacy and Youth Centres’ magnificent (spelled correctly) programs. And it doesn’t matter who you have on your roster. What matters is having fun and helping a great cause. This year, the event with its record 22 teams raised $23,000. Beekeeper Betty Selin, co-host of SunFM’s Sunrise Show, reads out five words in each of the three rounds. “You leave here so darn smart,” said Selin. Teams get a minute to confer before the appointed team captain (in our case, the magnanimous – spelled correctly – Mortimer) has to make the final call. The Perennial Bridesmaids were feeling like a giddy (spelled correctly) bride after a perfect first round in which we got shenanigan, persnickety, echelon, beneficiary and delirium correct. Our downfall was the first word of round two: bouillabaisse. We left out the second ‘S.’ We got kaleidoscope and Mediterranean, faltered (spelled correctly) on belligerence and got doughty right (and no, doughty is not the last name of an L.A. Kings’ defenceman. Well it is, but not in this case). After correctly spelling excruciating and heinous to begin the pressure-filled third round, we messed up Monseigneur (although, and I only state this being the team player I am, I got it right), guayabera (nobody on our team had ever heard of the lightweight open-necked Cuban or Mexican shirt before Wednesday and, apparently, neither had the Eggheads as it was the only word they spelled wrong) and isochronous. “I got three words right but I still had fun,” said Bridesmaid newbee (spelled incorrectly but you get it) Lowey. Everyone had fun. See you next year. Like the Eggheads, we’ll don guayaberas (spelled correctly though Spellcheck says it isn’t).
The temporary foreign worker program is unfair to Canadian and foreign workers. This controversy has been an ongoing issue for more than two years. It reared its head again two weeks ago when three Victoria McDonald’s Restaurant locations had hired foreign workers in place of Canadians. Last week, Employment Minister Jason Kenney suspended the food industry’s access to the program, pending a review, amid allegations of rule breaking. It’s easy to suggest the federal government should let free market forces of supply and demand address shortfalls in the labour market. The only problem is Canada doesn’t have enough workers and the situation is only going to get worse without opening the doors to more immigrants. At the moment, one in six Canadian employers is reporting “shortage of un/semi-skilled labour” as a major business problem; nearly a third are reporting “shortage of skilled labour.” Unemployment is near or below what is conventionally considered “zero” in every province west of Ontario (and that’s after the foreign workers have raised those unemployment rates a percentage point, as one recent study suggests). The simplistic solution to the problem is to raise the minimum wage to encourage Canadians to line up and take those jobs, but that won’t wash well with business owners, nor will it help in the long term. As Canadians age (watch out, the Baby Boomers are beginning to retire), workers and tax dollars will be needed more than ever to keep the country afloat. Those who say “Canadian jobs are for Canadians” are right, but what if there aren’t enough Canadians to fill those jobs – or want jobs? Immigration is the only answer. - Black Press
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tourism booth Due to all of the letters of opposition regarding the proposed visitors centre on 39th Avenue, I attended the public hearing as an observer. Residents of the neighbourhood pointed out their concerns. Also, excellent points were made with regards to traffic problems by professionals in this field. According to one article in The Morning Star, Coun. Bob Spiers states he cannot find any one who agrees to the location. Maybe the other councillors did not read the letters or consult with the public. Coun. Juliette Cunningham insists in the same article that council has already made the decision on where the tourism centre will go and rezoning is just a procedural matter. Supposedly a done deal, before any public consideration. Where is the democracy? We have the perfect locations right now for all traffic, especially recreational vehicles, and we do not have to spend $300,000plus to save $70,000 a year. The traffic in Vernon can be very congested on the main route, 32nd Street. It is often backed up well past London Drugs. Also, between 43rd and 39th avenues, there
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ary Cooper's letter, More needs to be done, prompted this letter. He rejects, as do I, Mr. Poole’s reasons for discounting the Moneysense story, in which Vernon placed in the bottom half. One of Mr. Cooper’s points was Vernon’s downtown. The answer lies 405 kilometres south of Vernon. During a brief, late-winter getaway to Wenatchee, Wash., I saw the similarity between the downtown areas of Vernon and Wenatchee. Target and Walmart were both located north of the old downtown. But that’s where the similarity ended. Immediately evident was that not one storefront in the old downtown was empty. No for lease, for sale or for rent signs. The street was the same as Vernon’s, perhaps half again as long. One single lane in each direction. Angle parking on both sides for blocks and blocks. No curb jut-outs at corners preventing turns. No five-minute waits for a traffic light to change to green. No parking meters.
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A sign read: "Three hours free parking,” and only one bylaw officer was seen in four days, chalking tires to ensure people complied. Their old trolleycars, retrofitted with tires, served as oft-running buses. A 10 to 12-storey brick building, probably an old hotel, was festooned with a banner: seniors’ housing. is a pedestrian-controlled crosswalk. It is necessary but it adds to more back-up and at 39th, there is no left-turn signal. Coun. Catherine Lord states a traffic study was done — truckers have no problems making the left-hand turn on to 39th Avenue. Please note that not all RVers are professional drivers. In the past, it has been suggested that drivers in Vernon should avoid left-hand turns on Highway 97, make your rights and come through the controlled intersection. It is safer and keeps traffic moving. Also, when the new running track is completed, more vehicles will be added to Vernon's corridor. The City of Vernon has the statistics. Right or wrong, it is the taxpayers footing the bill. Vernon Tourism should work with the local business establishments and nearby communities to keep tourists in the region. They will visit Vernon. The hotels, motels, restaurants and casino all have good visible signs. With regards to the decrease of visitors at the centres since 2006, could it be due to the weather, forest fires, fuel costs, economy and the high dollar? Situations change. But it should not be the visitor centres.
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Wenatchee’s downtown boasted restaurants, shoe stores, flower shops, sports equipment, furniture and rental shops. You name it, every imaginable business was downtown. And busy. A hive of activity, sidewalks full of people walking, chatting and browsing in shops on that sunny day. The locations are perfect, serving traffic from all directions. They give the tourists that personal one-on-one. This is my opinion and I do not support your relocation plan. heidi bachi
Noteworthy too was that the two parallel streets left and right of Wenatchee Avenue were one-way streets, four and five lanes of traffic (with no parking allowed during rush-hours), moving cars quickly and efficiently, one heading north, the other, south. Their downtown is an award-winner. Wenatchee was nationally recognized as the 2003 National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Great American Main Street Award Winner Not too shabby considering there are more than 1,600 communities vying for this award across the country each year. Oh, and people were so courteous. No one sped on either city streets or the highways. They went bang-on the speed limit. But, no, I didn’t see a tourist booth north of the city. It might’ve been hidden somewhere in the center of town. Hopefully best practices elsewhere will prevail in Vernon. barb mitchell And Trinity’s packed house on April 12 was blessed to have shared it. As one so favoured, I extend thanks and congratulations. christine Pilgrim
aura choir Congratulations to Aura for producing uplifting music in our community for 35 years. Congratulations to Imant Raminsh, its co-founder, who celebrated his 70th birthday the same evening that the choir presented an enthralling performance of Mozart’s Grand Mass (KV 427) in C Minor to honour both anniversaries! The combined sound of nearly 80 spectacular voices (augmented by 33 singers from Vivache Chorale), a 25 piece orchestra and four highly accomplished soloists could well have filled London’s Royal Albert Hall rather than Vernon’s Trinity United Church. Although Trinity’s organ might not compete with that at the Royal Albert, Marjorie Close’s playing was enough to convince otherwise. Congratulations to her too, on her 27 years as choral accompanist with Aura. The Okanagan is fortunate to have such musical talent and prowess in its midst.
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Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers have planted a greener future. The groups helped make up 166 sets of hands which recently planted 750 trees at Fintry Provincial Park through the 2014 Scoutrees program. Since 1972, the national Scoutrees program has planted more than eight million trees throughout Canada, using the experience to educate the young recruits on the important role trees play in the lives of both humans and wildlife, as well as in conservation and climate change. This year’s excursion saw Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers, under the supervision of scouter Glen Dick, planting ponderosa pine and Douglas fir seedlings at Fintry. “The program also provides an opportunity for parents and their children to work together and give back to the environment,” said Dick. In the North Okanagan, Scoutrees has partnered with B.C. Parks, PRT Reforestation and Tolko Industries. “This year’s plant took place at Fintry Provincial Park where parks staff asked for more shade trees to be planted at campsites that were fully exposed to the hot sun,” said Dick. Over the day, a group of 166 people (126 youth and young adults
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Chris Ovens of North Enderby Timber gets a head on the ball as Tyler Johnson of Monashee’s Surveying FC braces for impact Wednesday night at Marshall Field. who layed it off to Brent Poulsen for the tap in. Poulsen added an insurance marker in the 75th minute. Receiving a dynamite ball from newcomer Devin Laughren, Poulsen outran the defence, walked
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Jahnig and Conan Ackert added singles. Jahnig started the scoring from a great defensive run, while Ackert produced a self-driven goal from a short goal kick, battling a defender and delivering a rocket top cheese.
Colton Sparrow failed to lead his team to glory in the Vernon Vipers’ scavenger hunt Wednesday. That’s about the only thing he hasn’t won during the Royal Bank Cup hockey playoff break. The 20-year-old forward pocketed most of the prizes in the B.C. Hockey League team’s golf tournament Sunday at The Rise, coaching links newbie and best-ball partner Liam Coughlin in the process. Then, on Wednesday, the BCHL announced Sparrow has topped the FortisBC Energy Player of the Game playoff voting. Sparrow, who managed 11 goals and 34 points in 50 regular-season games, soared in the playoffs, pushing the Snakes to the Fred Page Cup final with eight goals and 22 points. “Spares has always been an energy-type player and a fan favourite for his energy and jam,” said Viper head coach/GM Jason Williamson. “Certain players are playoff performers and take their game to higher level. I’m not surprised at his playoff success. In his rookie season, he had a great playoff series against West Kelowna. His numbers are pretty huge. That line with (Brett) Mulcahy and (Brendan) Persley was feeling it.” Sparrow plays bigger than his 5-foot-11, 180-pound frame and has thus played injured much of his career. The homegrown winger was basically healthy in the playoff run as the Vipers upset the Penticton Vees in the Interior final before getting swept by the Coquitlam Express in the league showdown. “It’s a combination of being healthy and confident,” said Sparrow, who earned a scholarship with the AlaskaFairbanks Nanooks during the postseason. “The body felt good and being 20 and having been there before, all helped. I tried to keep it simple and work hard every night. I’ve never felt that high level of confidence before; the game just seemed to slow down
around me.” The Fortis regular-season title went to forward Andrew Silard of the Chilliwack Chiefs. The Greenwich, Conn. product won the game award nine times. He had 12 goals and 31 points. Sparrow and Coughlin carded a sizzling 71 in the golf tourney. “That was Couglin’s first round of golf and he chipped in with some good shots,” said Sparrow. “We had to use his drive six times and he was good. I took him to the driving range before we teed off and he was doing the hockey slapshot thing, but he caught on fast. He’s a good athlete.” The two-hour scavenger hunt saw the fivesome of captain Ryan Renz, Ken Citron, Logan Mick, Dexter Dancs and TJ Dumonceaux rack up the most points. The Vipers practised Thursday morning and then headed to Excel Fitness for a workout with Rhonda Catt. They skate today from 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. at Civic Arena. They will bring in some affiliates and players signed for next season to play in a scrimmage Saturday (7 p.m.) at Civic. The Vipers get Sunday off and practise Monday from 1:30-3 p.m. at Civic before returning to Kal Tire Place for a Tuesday skate. Dallas Calvin, who rung up 16 points as the Beaver Valley Nitehawks sleepwalked through the Keystone Cup westerns in Abbotsford, and Blaine Caton of the KIJHL North Okanagan Knights will be on Vernon’s active roster for the RBC. Linden Hora, a former Vernonite now living in Kelowna, Brendan Wagner of Kelowna, Ryley Booth, Jagger Williamson and Matt Halvorson are also expected to play in Saturday’s scrimmage. Hora scored the overtime winner as the Okanagan Rockets clipped the Toronto Young Nationals 3-2 for bronze at the Telus Midget Cup in Moose Jaw. Wagner was captain of the Rockets. Booth, Williamson and Halvorson are all Knights.
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Ross lifts NET Veteran Graham Ross is hardly ready for oldtimers soccer. Young superstar Nathan Whitling proved he is ready to make a name for himself at the men’s level. Both players made an impact as the North Enderby Timber grounded the Monashee Surveying FC 4-2 in North Okanagan Soccer League action Wednesday night at Marshall Field #5. NET opened the scoring in the 20th minute when Ross, their longestserving member, took a pass from Greg Poggemoeller, turned and from 30 yards, curled an outswinging corner top shelf. Monashee tied it when Whitling broke down and chipped the goalkeeper. Zach Sharp fed Whitling in the corner and he beat a defender and calmy deposited it top corner. The Timber tied it up seconds before the half when Jesse Knight walked in from the back line and curled a shot in from 20 yards. NET took the lead in the second half after some excellent work from Ross down the wing. Ross deked a defender and passed it in to big Dan Aikema,
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Zach Dyment of the Knights will also see action Saturday. He is the Vipers’ third goalie for the national tournament. Vernon opens the RBC Saturday, May 10 against the Eastern champions (still to be decided). Meanwhile, Coquitlam lost 4-1 to the Yorkton Terriers Wednesday night at the Crescent Point Energy Western Canada Cup in Dauphin, Man. Playing without injured captain and leading scorer Ryan Rosenthal (knee), the Express were 2-1 going into a Thursday night game against the Dauphin Kings. Yorkton ended the round-robin at 2-2. The winner of Coquitlam-Dauphin (2-1) finishes atop the standings with home ice in the championship game on Saturday. The loser falls into a three-way tie for second which will result in the calculators being used. The Spruce Grove Saints of Alberta (1-2) met the Winnipeg Blues (1-2) Thursday afternoon with the loser being eliminated.
The top two teams advance to the RBC. Williamson has watched the westerns online. “All the teams are pretty close,� said Williamson, who is headed to Dauphin to watch the final. “The Manitoba teams and Yorkton are older, while Spruce Grove is pretty young; they have nine ‘96s (1996 birthdates).� In other hockey news, Vernon’s Ethan King was taken first in the second round, 23rd overall, by the Lethbridge Hurricanes in the WHL Bantam Draft Thursday in Calgary. King is a 6-foot-4 defenceman who played last year with Pursuit of Excellence in Kelowna. “They’re calling me later tonight,� said King, early Thursday afternoon. “I turned my phone off after the first round to save batteries and my buddy told me I was drafted in the second round. It’s pretty exciting. I know a few of the other players they drafted.� Brandon Wheat Kings selected centre Stelio Mattheos first overall. He rung up 103 points as captain of the Winnipeg Monarchs last year.
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The Vernon Kokanee Swim Club had 39 athletes compte in the Calgary Patriots’ 40th Chinook Invitational last weekend with stellar showings. It was the second long course meet of the 50-metre season for Vernon. Wouter Terpstra, in the Boys 15 & Over Division, and Zac Benn, in the Boys 13-14 category, enjoyed spectacular meets. Terpstra won the 50 free (personal best 25.97), 50 m fly, (27.05), 200 free (2:06.25) and 100 free (PB 57.01) and placed second in the 100 fly (59.83), and 200 m fly (2:14.37). Benn ruled the 50 fly (29.92), 100 fly (1:05.69) and 200 fly (2:27.00), took second in the 200 back (2:37.44) and finished third in the 50 back (PB 33.36) and 100 free (PB 1:02.23). Other results are as follows: Boys 10 & under: Brandon Phillips: 3rd in the 100 breaststroke in 1:54.22. Boys 11-12 year olds: Braden Kersey: 2nd in the 400 free with a PB 5:30.57 and a 3rd in the 100 free (PB 1:09.49). Nicholas Phillips: 1st in the 200 breast (PB 3:18.15), 2nd in the 200 back (PB 2:49.28) and 200 fly (PB 3:10.65) and a 3rd in the 400 freestyle (5:30.66). Matthew Winn: 1st in the 200 fly with a PB 2:58.88, making his 1st boys 13 & under B.C. AAA time standard. Swimmers need two time
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The H&L Glass U14 Chili Peppers went 4-0 to win the Kelowna Icebreaker Fastball Tournament at High Noon Park last weekend. Ellen Campbell, Lindsay Crandlemire, and Abby Williamson led the Peppers both on the mound and at the plate. The Vernon girls beat Kelowna Storm, Summerland, West Kootenay, and Kelowna Iron Maidens to com-
plete the sweep of the annual opening exhibition tourney. Vernon’s U16C Army Navy Air Force Jets went 2-2 at the same tournament. The Jets opened by grounding the Westside Outlaws 6-5 before falling 10-4 to the Kelowna Howlers and 11-5 to the Kelowna Royals in Saturday action. The Jets rallied to outlast the Howlers 11-10 Sunday.
Everton Ridge Homes Nor th Okanagan Bantam A2 Legends iced the Kamloops Rattlers 7-2 in lacrosse play Sunday afternoon at Memorial Arena. Kayden Beauregard pulled the hat trick for the Legends who jumped out to a 3-0 lead on goals from Beauregard, Tanner Franje-Gilbert and Kael Black. Black assisted on the first two goals. “The kids are buying into the system and we are starting to see the results of hard work in practice,� said Legends’ head coach Kevin Beauregard. Franje-Gilbert added another goal while assisting on Kayden Doughty’s marker in the second as the Legends’ lead grew to 5-1. Beauregard completed the hat trick in the third period from Jacob Brewer, Cody Webb and Franje-Gilbert. The Legends visit the Kelowna Kodiaks Saturday afternoon at Rutland Arena.
Legends edge Rattlers
The Village Green Hotel North Okanagan Midget A2 Legends shaded the Kamloops Rattlers 7-6 Sunday afternoon at Hassen Memorial Arena in Armstrong. Legends’ captain Steele Pelletier had a game-high three assists, Connor Webb had two goals and one assist and assistant captain Brett Olsen had a goal and an assist. Singles came from Mykl Drabiuk, Cameron Locke and Shelby Connors. “Our powerplay did a great job. Our defence is getting better each game as our players learn the system,� said Legends’ coach Jim Point. Captain Josh Boshur and Ryan Dergousoff led the Rattlers with 1+1 each. The Rattlers visit Kelowna in league play Sunday, May 11.
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Sports
Squires run win streak
CALENDAR FRIDAY
JUNIOR B LACROSSE – Kelowna Raiders @ Armstrong Shamrocks, 7:30 p.m., Nor-Val Sports Centre.
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Dr. Lee/Squires Four Pub continued their dazzling start in North Okanagan Women’s Soccer Association Masters Division play with a 5-0 win over the Chick Kickers Tuesday night at Marshall Field #5. Dr. Lee keeper, Lisa Arrotta, has yet to allow a goal in three games. Jacquie Hansen headed a ball home to open the scoring. Lisa’s twin sister, Irene, scored from 30 yards on a free kick just before half time, her first of two on the evening. Leah Frye outran a few Chick Kicker defenders before rippling the mesh. Hansen scored the fifth goal on a rocket from 10 yards. Dr. Lee is 3-0 and have scored 12 goals. The Chick Kickers dipped to 2-1.
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The Okanagan Sistas hopped into the win column with a 3-0 blanking of the Salmon Arm Setters Pub at Marshall Field #1. Andrea Zubot scored the winner from Angela Otto and Tammy Buick. Dianne Neudorf supplied the final two goals.
Gibson gobbles up Rosters
The Vernon Square Liquor Store VQA stopped Rosters Pub 3-1 at Marshall Field #2. Carla Gibson led the charge for VQA as she opened the scoring on a penalty kick and assisted on the final two goals. KEVIN MITCHELL/MORNING STAR Carly Bibby scored the second goal from Gibson Emily Allingham, left, of the Little Tex Outlaws, and Emma Tassie of the AF Blazers and Harmony Crockett.Teresa Collins later scored on go in hard for a loose ball in Division 1 women’s soccer play Tuesday night. a left-footed bomb from midfield. Karen Benn and Sue Barss split the keeper duties.
Blazers and Little Tex earn a draw
Impact keep rolling
The Longhorn Pub Impact remained undefeated with a 2-1 decision over the Controllers. Amy Shupe was named Lady of the Match as she buried the first goal underneath the crossbar on a feed from Mandy Frederick. The Impact tied and took the lead in the first half. The Controllers’ Val Percy sent newcomer Lena Dean in alone in the second half but was denied by the Impact keeper.
The AF Blazers and Little Tex tied 1-1 in a hard-fought Division 1 battle Tuesday night at Marshall #4. Little Tex leaped out to a 1-0 lead in the first as Samedi Bouchard intercepted a pass inside the Blazers’ midfield. She ran around a few defenders then tucked one under the crossbar from 25 yards. The Blazers evened it up in the second half on a nice goal from Shantell Hayhurst.
Drillers play Merlot to a tie
Salmon Arm powers past Celtics
The Goplen Drillers tied the Shuswap Merlot 1-1 at Blackburn Park in Salmon Arm. Merlot scored on lob that keeper Shauna Nickoli lost in the sun. The Drillers bailed out their keeper with five minutes left. Defender Barb Levesque dished the ball to a wide open Lisa Lanaway for the equalizer.
Glenn Power of Salmon Arm edged the NET Celtics 2-1 at MacDonald Park. The Celtics came out strong as Aryana Jacura headed home their only goal from Carly Smith and Heidi Holtmann. Salmon Arm responded quickly on a nice header that went off the crossbar and then got the winner on a scramble.
Kingfishers stop San Jose for silver Morning Star Staff
The North Okanagan 2005 Kingfishers placed second at 2-1-1 in the Burnaby Spring Showdown AAA tournament last weekend. Comprised of 2005-born players from Vernon, Armstrong, Salmon Arm and Revelstoke, the Kingfishers rallied to clip West Kelowna Knights 4-3 and tie the Vancouver Selects 4-4 while losing 4-2 to eventual champion Vancouver Warriors and bouncing the Bay Area Seals of San Jose, Calif. 3-2. “The kids had to battle back from big deficits in their first three games,” said Kingfisher head coach Tim Milne. The Kingfishers stormed back on goals by Brydon Murray, JJ Milne and Brayden Schwaerzle versus West Kelowna before
Zac Milne scored the unassisted winner on a scramble with 40 seconds left. Deagan McMillan, Logan Killingbeck, Thomas Macdonald and Zac Milne added assists in support of Colton Colmorgen. JJ Milne, McMillan, Taryk Filipuzzi and Zac Milne, with the late 4-4 equalizer, supplied third-period snipes in the comeback draw with the Selects. The Kingfishers were down 3-0 in the third period before JJ Milne and Filipuzzi notched goals to make things interesting. McMillan, Schwaerzle and Wilson scored against the Seals. Zac Milne had a pair of helpers. Colmorgen had the win. “The entire team battled hard all tournament and playing a California team was a cool experience for North Okanagan kids,” said coach Milne. “They had old-
school Golden Seals uniforms and we had fun doing a big group picture after the game.” Meanwhile, the 2005 Kelowna Heat scorched the Vancouver Bulldogs 6-3 in the gold-medal final Sunday at the Vancouver Spring Hockey Showdown. The Heat started the tournament by defeating the Bulldogs 4-1 and then knocked off the Vancouver Jr. Giants 7-0 and the South Surrey Tigers 10-1. The Heat were led offensively by Andrew Isa, Parker MacDonald and Andy Carbonneau, who combined for 18 goals and 26 points. Erik Pastro of Vernon had 1+2 and was relentless on the forecheck, while goalie Austin Seibel of Vernon posted a 0.67 GAA and .934 save percentage with one shutout.
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Bisson superb Morning Star Staff
Cody Bisson supplied the hat trick as Team Crowne stopped Sun Valley Sports 5-2 in Under 18 boys soccer action Saturday at Marshall Field. Midfielder Jeremy Purvis fed forward Liam Curran, who dribbled the ball up the wing and passed it over to Bisson, who buried Crowne’s opening goal. They went up by a deuce when defender Brennan Seltzer passed to Purvis, who sent the ball up the wing to Jordan Bell, who in turn found Bisson for an excellent header. Team Crowne clicked again when winger Aaron Keryluke crossed to Bisson, who finished his own rebound. Sun Valley Sports beat keeper Ezra Stich just before half. Bell crossed the ball to Keryluke, who nicely converted in half two. Sun Valley Sports connected early in the third before Keryluke clicked on a feed by Bell for the final snipe. In U18 girls play, Subway Green had a slow start but picked up the tempo in the second half in falling 4-2 to H&R Block. Cailin Corriea pushed the ball through the middle and put it past the keeper for Subway’s first goal. Amy Parsons buried
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Charli Calvert (left) of the Flaming Tigers and Alecia Hughes of the Maroon Girls battle for the ball in Under 9 girls house soccer Saturday at Creekside Park. a sweet penalty kick for the second Subway snipe. Game MVP for Subway went to keeper Darian Newman. In U14 boys action, the Orange Dudes doubled Team Green 8-4 in a high-paced match Saturday at Marshall. The Orange Dudes opened the scoring when Minkyun Son curled a shot into the far corner from 20
yards. Green equalized soon after which inspired team Orange to a step up the offence resulting in goals by Leon Schenker, Grady Caton, MVP Tyler Jackson and an own goal by Team Green. Highlight of the game was the sixth goal by Steven Benischek who eluded several opponents with some Messi-like magic before clinically finishing
The bantam boys Lincoln Lanes fivepin Youth Bowling team are ready for the 4 Steps to Stardom National Championships at Polo Park Bowling Centre in Winnipeg. The boys earned their ticket to nationals, which start Saturday, with a four-game total of 2,460 pins at provincials in Chiliwack back in March. The four-man team consists of Drew Fiset, Michael Hoyland, Ryan Sarantos, Kohl Killingbeck and they are coached by Bob Dumont. “I wasn’t shocked that we won, these kids love to bowl and love to compete,” said Dumont. Dumont has been coaching since 1990, working with every age group. “It is easy to be around these kids. They love to joke around, but they also know when they need to get serious about the games,” said Dumont. This marks the third year in a row that Hoyland and Killingbeck represent B.C. “I am excited to go to Winnipeg, I
have never been there,” said Hoyland. Hoyland is peaking at the right time. He feels like he wasn’t at his best in Provincials, but bowled a personal best 313, two weeks ago. “It just wasn’t my day. I’m excited I get another weekend to bowl,” said Hoyland. Killingbeck attends Beairsto Elementary and plays lacrosse for the Legends when he is not bowling. Killingbeck is a very steady bowler, averaging 175 pins. Fiset, 10, has been bowling for five years, admits he got into the sport because of his grandma. “My grandma was a big bowler in the 70s. I wanted to be a bowler like her,” said Fiset. The lone southpaw on the team, Sarantos already has visions of winning nationals. “I think we are going to win it all, come back and we are going to have a big pizza party,” said Sarantos. The format in Winnipeg is scratch match play, team score against team score.
from close range. Team Orange started the second half as it ended the first, adding goals by Mathew Jackson and Joseph Bateman. However, Team Green came back strong ,adding three more goals. Team Navy clipped the White Knights 5-4 in other U14/15 action with Reece Hawthorne (3) and Sam Frisby. scoring for the Knights.
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Coach Bob Dumont with his bantam boys at Lincoln Lanes as they prepare for Nationals Saturday in Winnipeg; from left, Kohl Killingbeck Drew Fiset, Michael Hoyland and Ryan Sarantos.
Voltage second in B.C. Morning Star Staff
The Vernon Voltage U13 girls struck silver at the B.C. Club Volleyball Championships in Abbotsford last weekend. The Voltage won four of their first five games to put them in the Division 2 gold-medal match. They bowed 25-20 in the final game of the gold-medal match to the Focus Adrenaline of Burnaby. Vernon defeated the Campbell River Crush, Coquitlam Ducks, Wild Waves and the Focus Strikers, while falling to the Adrenaline in preliminary play. Coaches Aaron Robinson and Marc Jones commend the girls in their skills, determination and improvement over the season. The coaches also gave special praise to the parents for stellar support. The Voltage are: Kyra Olsen, Kaylee Jones, Maggie Van De Leest, Sydney Fillion, Taylor Robinson, Hailey Quiring, Maisa Orosz, Sarah Crerar, Georgia Elliott and Jordan Kaempf.
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News Scholarship projects on display Friends OF Literacy The district project scholarships are open to all Grade 12 students at the five secondary schools in the district. The Ministry of Education provides each winning recipient with $1,000. “We are very proud of each of them and we hope to see you there,” said Don Balcombe, scholarship chairperson, inviting the public.
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Students will have an opportunity to showcase their talents as they compete for one of more than 50 $1,000 scholarships. The awards will be presented during the Vernon School District project scholarship competition today at the Vernon Recreation Complex from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Don’t forget to mark Sunday on your calendar. The North Okanagan Hospice Society holds its Hike for Hospice that day and the event at Polson Park is open to the public. “Bring your family and friends for some fun in the park,” said Ruth Edwards, executive director. “There’s no need to walk, hike or skip. You can just sit and relax and enjoy the entertainment and other fun activities.” If you want to participate as an individual or family or group of friends, visit www.nohs.ca and print a pledge form. “Every dollar counts and makes a big difference,” said Edwards. The event starts with a $5 pancake breakfast provided by the Lions Club. Registration is at 9:15 a.m. and the official walk start-time is 10 a.m. There is a picnic in the park at 11 a.m. There will be crafts, face-painting, games, space for you to bring a picnic and entertainment. “It’s important to know that you don’t have to be on a team or join as a participant to attend the festivities. We really encourage the community to come down and help us celebrate our 30th anniversary” said Edwards. If your company would like to officially challenge another business in the community, contact events@nohs.ca or 250-309-7573.
Dance studio celebrates 10 years Jennifer Smith Morning Star Staff
Cheek to Cheek is packing the dance floor to mark a decade of business. The local dance studio is opening its doors Saturday to celebrate its 10th birthday and it invites everyone to pop by the party from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. But the real fun begins with a special Top Hats and Tiaras party at 8 p.m. “They get three-hours of fun-filled dancing,” said Tracy Holly, dance instructor/star of the show alongside Ruth McGrath and Lorna Robb. Dance lessons, bubbly, cake, a photo booth and Big Band sound will fill the studio for the anniversary event. “We have three really cheeky DJs,” said Holly of herself and colleagues on deck. Tickets can be purchased at the studio via the following emails: lorna@dancecheektocheek.ca, ruthmcgrathdance@gmail.com or tracy@coryholly. com, or by calling 549-2704.
2014: Celebrating 30 Years Sunday, May 4, 2014 Polson Park – No pets please
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Comic takes no prisoners on latest tour No one will be left off the chopping block when Ron James returns to Vernon Kristin Froneman Morning Star Staff
What a difference two years makes. It was May, 2012 when ranting and raving comic Ron James was last in these parts. The world has since revolved, and not exactly evolved, at a nanosecond rate, and that’s why James is taking no prisoners with his latest tour. Even if you haven’t seen the diminutive-sized James jumping up and down live on stage, most Canadians have seen and heard him spouting out his wily observations in a steady stream —with no intake of air, no less— on his CBC television show. With the fifth season of The Ron James Show just wrapped up, and an uncertain future at the mothership, James is back doing what he loves best, performing live in theatres around the country. He launches the B.C. portion of his Take No Prisoners tour at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Saturday. “Vernon is a great place to kick off the tour with its beautiful theatre,” said James. “Vernon also comes to laugh. And as I like to say, if the ushers are wiping down the seats afterwards, then I’ve done my job.” James calls his live tour a boutique operation, in that he usually drives himself to all his shows, including the 25 dates he just completed in Ontario this past winter. “I was white-knuckling it on the widowmaker of asphalt that is the (Highway) 401 in the wake of winter,” he says, in his own eloquent way. “It keeps the costs down. I’ve always been that way. It gives me a chance to clear my head and prepare for the show.” A music fan, James also likes the fact that he can cruise down the highway playing his favourite tunes by Johnny Cash and Steve Earle, along with Canadian faves Neil Young, Ian Tyson and Gordon Lightfoot. “I am also a fan of new alternative, young bands such as Matt Mays, Ron Sexsmith, and Whitehorse. I listen to CBC Radio 2 a lot. I really like (the show) Deep Roots.” Mention the recently announced cutbacks at the CBC, and James has a lot to say, as you can well imagine. His last episode for season five aired April 14, and he says he is unsure about the future of the show. “The CBC is a place dying of a thousand
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Ron James is back in B.C. with his Take No Prisoners tour. The comedic force kicks off his tour at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Saturday. paper cuts. The government has been busy shutting down the voices of dissent. It’s the fractured nature of the media landscape, which is changing nanoseconds fast,” said James. “Having five seasons of a show where I could be affably subversive has been nice. It would have been even nicer to have few more bucks to push publicity, but I’ve had a myriad number of accolades when walking the street and I had a great room of writers, which was a shift of the paradigm. Before I wrote six specials myself, including Up and Down in Shaky Town, so I am looking
forward to a new adventure.” Although he finds himself at a crossroads, James says his true path is performing as a stand-up comedian and calling Canada home. “I came back from L.A. in ‘93 as an actor, not a comedian. It was then that I made a promise to embrace what makes us Canadian and that iconography. I did that through comedy,” he said, adding, “Initially it bothered me that Americans didn’t get me. We are suckers for being put on the altar for Americans, and getting that valida-
tion from them. For the last 15 years, I have been proud to sing a song about the comedic mileage taken from being Canadian to a rapidly changing room.” And as alluded to before, James’ cup runneth over with what he sees as absurd incidents that have taken place in his home country the past two years. (The senate scandal and a certain Toronto mayor are just two that come to mind.) “We have a mayor in Montreal in jail from corruption. The Montreal council should change its name to Cell Block 9. Everybody wants it all and they want it right away. There’s that sense of entitlement. When you have that culture existing at the top, it can’t help but affect the party itself.” That goes triple for Ford, says James. “Every time the guy walks out the door, he makes an episode of Breaking Bad come out like that of someone making an Amish quilt. It’s that clown that broke the stereotype of how Canadians are perceived. It used to be the picture of a moose in sunglasses with the title ‘Canada is cool.’ This dysfunctional oaf is a spawn of reality TV. The Fords see themselves as the Kennedy clan, when in fact they resemble Honey Boo Boo.” Instead of that quick fix of fame, warranted or not, James says he has been happy to take the slow and steady route. His latest adventure is about finding the balance point and walking through the rapidly changing landscape relatively unscathed. “I like that it’s about the long haul. There are no shorts cuts. When a carpenter buys a hammer, he doesn’t build a mansion right away. Fame comes now with virtually no content and has a lot to do with social media. It’s spawned a generation of very needy people. That’s what comedy does, it holds a mirror to society and gets everyone on the same page.” And as rewarding as TV has been, James says he gets his kicks most out of performing live and getting that instant gratification through laughter. “That’s why Seinfeld, Cosby and Carlin, kept touring. In Carlin’s case, it ended when they put the pennies on his eyes. It validates the life we chose and that we can still stay in the game.” Ron James brings his Take No Prisoners tour to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $56 and available at the Ticket Seller box office. Call 250-549-7469 or order online at www.ticketseller.ca.
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cast of thousands, OK, in reality 14, but at times it seems like the energy level of many, many more, brings you the latest offering at Powerhouse Theatre. The time-tested farce A Flea in Her Ear took to the stage Wednesday and after all was said and done one theatregoer exclaimed, “I’m tired from just watching them, imagine how they must feel,” as she smiled her appreciation of what the cast had just successfully pulled off. Indeed. In fact, cast and audience alike shared in the afterglow of a fast-paced, physical affair that explores the funny side of paranoia, distrust, misunderstandings and just generally what happens when you tempt fate and begin to explore the darker side of life. The pratfalls and one-liners are numerous enough to allow us to enjoy the precarious path these characters travel down to chaos. The fine performances and ensemble nature of the play also feeds the feeling that the crowd is along for the wild ride as well.
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It’s ironic that everyone is winded by the end because, on opening night at least, the play was a bit slow to start and stumbled a little out of the gate with a few fumbled lines and at least one door opening prematurely, or the other one closing too soon, it’s difficult to know, really. But the actors soon gained their footing and the pace of the
play picked up once the “scarlet letter” was unveiled and the heart of the matter unfolds. The cast shines and the play reveals its appeal as the madness and deception and misunderstandings multiply. The anticipation with the scene change from the drawing room of the upper-class home in Paris to the low-brow hotel after the first act was palpable. And during the first of two intermissions the set crew magically and wonderfully transformed the stage so the actors could deliver the goods in the second act. Let’s just say the combination of the set, the pace of the play and the
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talents of the actors in the second act leads to an exciting, exhausting but wonderfully funny and fulfilling experience for one and all. And it literally ends with a bang, again perfectly setting up the heartwarming and satisfying final act. It almost seems wrong to single out actors in an ensemble affair such as A Flea in Her Ear – they were all terrific – but Justin Kopy as the befuddled but lovable Camille Chandebise was truly a delight. The two leads, Bev Steeves and Kelly Winston, take on very challenging roles and deliver the goods, while Clif Heinrichs gets more than his share of laughs as Herr Schwartz. It’s ironic that the two characters that drew the most guffaws barely uttered an understandable word the entire play, for entirely different reasons, but that’s the beauty of the play. It should be noted that the costumes are superbly done and help draw the crowd into the period piece for a wonderful trip back in time. Also, thanks to two intermissions, due to set changes and likely to give the actors a breather, the performance is a bit on the lengthy side, but well worth the investment of time. So, if you’re looking for a break from your own obsession with life’s troubles, while learning and laughing while observing others’, get down to Powerhouse and join in the fun. You’ll be glad you did. The play runs nightly today to May 10 at 7:30 p.m. (No shows Sunday or Monday night.) Matineés are Sunday and May 10 at 2 p.m. Tickets are at the Ticket Seller.
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The Other woman
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arly Whitten (Cameron Diaz) is a lawyer who is happy and excited to have finally found Mr. Right in the form of businessman Mark King (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau). He’s handsome, independent and unfortunately for Carly, already married to Kate (Leslie Mann). When Kate and Carly acciTaylor and Howe dentally meet and realize what is going on, they form an unlikely friendship based on hating Mark. When it is discovered that Mark is cheating on both of them with the unfathomable voluptuous Amber (Kate Upton), the three of them decide to plot a revenge against the unsuspecting Mark. We say, “The Other Woman exemplifies the crazy buddy caper movie, but with women.” HOWE: I am surprised that film companies don’t attempt to make more female cast buddy movies like this. There is certainly a niche for them. For example, look how well Bridesmaids did a few years back. There are a few gags in this that did make me laugh a couple of times and most of them are from Mann’s character Kate. She had some really good
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Leslie Mann, Cameron Diaz and Kate Upton are happy to have exacted revenge on the man who cheated on them all in The Other Woman. lines dotted throughout the movie, but I found the longer it went on, the more annoying her high-pitch whining became. TAYLOR: She was sort of distraught, hurt, needy and weak. She spent a lot of time crying, but then got angry and “the fun” began. By fun you can expect the sort of tricks a person might perpetrate on a vain, manly, unsuspecting victim. To tell you about them would eliminate some punchlines and in a movie that’s not particularly funny, such a statement would make your attendance at the film moot. HOWE: Don’t expect anything new from this film. We have seen it before from the stellar cast of Goldie Hawn, Bette Midler and Diane Keaton in The First Wives Club, and I found that slightly better. Don’t get me wrong, this is
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a good movie and the chemistry between the three leading ladies is right on cue. It’s just that I expected a little more from them. TAYLOR: The film wasn’t bad. It made me chuckle to myself quietly a couple times, but it’s not the type of thing that’s worth getting excited over. However, if you want to see something completely unique, I strongly recommend going to Battle at Beaver Creek, which was made in the area and screens only once at 8 p.m. Saturday at the Towne Theatre. (Editor’s note: Brian Taylor is the writer/director of Battle at Beaver Creek.) – Howe gives The Other Woman 2.5 handbags out of 5. — Taylor gives it 2.5 minutes of jogging on the beach out of 5. The Other Woman is currently showing at the Galaxy Cinemas in Vernon.
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Dauna Kennedy Grant. “Our first event was such a The Vernon Public Art Gallery is inviting jewelry success we wanted to do it again. It’s our version of a lovers to attend pARTy Gems, its second annual gal- home jewelry party, but at the gallery. Join us for this fun ladies night.” lery shop jewelry party, Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. Participating artists include Susan Richards of Everyone is welcome and artists will be in attendance with their latest work on display. Those attend- Studio 410, Maude Besson of Ecceterra Design, ing can peruse the gift shop, meet the artists and view Melissa Nasby of Soul Fibre, and jade artist Deborah Wilson. the latest trends by Okanagan artisans. Tickets are $5 each, which goes toward any jewelry Guests will also enjoy music, mocktails and snacks. “This is a great opportunity to purchase gifts in purchase, and are available at the VPAG in advance time for Mother’s Day,” said VPAG executive director or at the door. Morning Star Staff
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Imagine a world where everyone raises his or her voice, not in anger, but for the joy of singing aloud. That’s what Counterpoint Choir plans to deliver when it presents its spring concert, aptly titled Imagine a World, for two performances Sunday at Knox Presbyterian Church. Along with selections based on upbeat music from around the world, the choir, led by director Coreen Smith, is welcoming the W.L. Seaton Secondary C-Tones Honour Choir, directed by Seaton teacher Lana O’Brien. “The choir is thrilled to join the Counterpoint choir for this concert,” said O’Brien. Seaton’s Honour Choir is an
off-shoot from the much larger Seaton Show Choir, and features students from Grade 8 to 12. The students audition to get into the choir, which meets for one hour a week outside of the regular timetable. “The music this group tackles is generally more difficult and covers a wide range of styles including vocal jazz, world music and musical theatre, both accompanied and a cappella,” said O’Brien. Along with the larger show choir, the Seaton Honour Choir backed up local pop star Andrew Allen at his Christmas concert this past December at the Performing Arts Centre. The group also performed
at Creative Chaos, the Rotary Carol Festival, and with the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra at Christmas, and participated in the B.C. Winter Games in Vernon last year. Besides the Seaton Honour Choir, members of the Jabulani drumming group, directed by Ann Dorval, will also join Counterpoint at its concert. Sunday’s event takes place at 2 and 7 p.m. Knox Presbyterian Church is located at 3701 32nd Ave. off Alexis Park Drive. Tickets are $12 for adults and free for children under 12, available from choir members and from Shear Dimensions downtown. For more information, call 250 545-1505.
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ART SHOWS/GALLERIES AshPA nAirA gAllerY 9492 Houghton Rd. 250-549-4249. Open May 1 to Oct. 15 on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or by appt. Season begins with the spring group exhibition, Abstract Break, featuring works in watercolour, acrylic and oil paintings. The exhibition runs to July 27. Admission is free. For more information call or visit www.ashpanairagallery.com. BeAn to cuP Downstairs Gallery, 2903 27th St., 250-503-2222 Art Passion, featuring the watercolours of local artist Renah Woods, is featured until the end of May. centre gAllerY Vernon Community Arts Centre, 2704A Hwy 6 in Polson Park, 542-6243. Showing in May is the Vernon Community Potters: Function and Funk - The Art & Craft of Clay. On display and for sale will be a cornucopia of vessels, wall pieces, sculptures and domestic wares by this talented group of potters. Included in the display will be alternate fired pieces as well as pieces from a recent teapot workshop. The VCAC is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday and occasionally on evenings and weekends. cherrYville ArtisAns shoP 1187 Hwy. 6, Cherryville, 5470020. The shop has new glass and pottery with more to come. Hours now to June 30 are Thursday to Monday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. or by appointment anytime. Call the shop or (250) 547-2070. gAllerY vertigo Suite 1 - 3001 31st St. Vernon, 503-2297. From May 6 to 31, the gallery will be transformed into a orchard in bloom. The orchard will rise against a scale recreation of Vernon’s historic 30th Avenue. Between city and orchard will be the words and images created by young Vernon artists, on their visions for the future of Vernon in the year 2030. Opening celebration is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. May 9. heADBones gAllerY 6700 Old Kamloops Rd., 542-8987. Headbones is open to host artists: painter, ceramist, fabric artist Sandi Sasges, sketch artist Kevin Adamson, sculptor Reg Kienast and local renaissance woman Barbara Hartley as well new resident artist Lauren Olson, who will be working out of the gallery during May. Open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 6 p.m. or by appointment. vernon PuBlic Art gAllerY 3228 31st. Ave., 545-3173. Current exhibition includes The Keeper of Nothingness, paintings by Toronto artist Scott Water, based on his experience participating in the Canadian Armed Forces Artist Program in Kabul in 2011. Also on display is Art and Soul, the annual exhibition of artwork created by secondary students from School District #22. Both continue until May 22.
CONCERTS/DANCE ron JAmes With six critically acclaimed one-hour comedy specials under his belt and a television series in its fifth successful season, comedian James is back on the road with his new show, Take No Prisoners. He stops at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $56 at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca. mAce Vernon band hosts is fifth annual Spring Fling Community Dance and Party at the Elks Hall Saturday. Includes door prizes, snacks, a 50/50 draw and the best in classic rock from 8:30 to 12:30. Advance tickets are $12, available at the Bean Scene or by calling Jackson 549-1086, Don 545-8347, Jeff 546-8947 or Brett 550-6892, $15 at the door. okAnAgAn sYmPhonY Youth orchestrA celebrates its 25th anniversary in Vernon Sunday at Trinity United Church, The concert, starting at 7:30 p.m., includes a commissioned work by the symphony’s founder Imant Raminsh, Beethoven’s 5th, student compositions, and Saint-Saens’ Cello Concerto No. 1 in A Minor featuring guest soloist, alumni Nicholas Denton. Tickets available from OSYO musicians, the symphony office in Kelowna, and at the door. Adults: $15; seniors, alumni and students: $10; children 12 and under $5. FAmilY mAgic shoW Starring Leif David, the Magician, Sunday. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Show starts at 2 p.m. at the Schubert Centre. Tickets are $10/adult, $5/child, three and under free, $25/family (two adults/two children), available at Lincoln Lanes bowling alley, the Schubert Centre and Eagles Hall. Call 250-545-3295 for more info.
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Celebrity imposter Bonnie Kilroe has appeared from Alaska to Antarctica with three suitcases full of costumes and wigs impersonating everyone from Cher, Barbra Streisand and Lady Gaga. She is at the Schubert Centre Saturday with her best solo impersonation as country legend Patsy Cline. Kilroe captures Cline’s vocal talent, performing such classics as Sweet Dreams, Walking after Midnight, I Fall to Pieces, and of course, Crazy. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 at the Schubert Centre (250549-4201) or at the Ticket Seller (www.ticketseller.ca, 250-5497469) or $25 at the door. counterPoint choir Spring concert, Imagine a World, stages at Knox Presbyterian Church, 3701 32nd Ave., Sunday at 2 and 7 p.m. Along with choir selections based on upbeat music from around the world, director Coreen Smith and the choir presents the W.L. Seaton C-Tones Honour Choir, directed by Lana O’Brien, plus members of Jabulani drumming group, directed by Ann Dorval. Tickets are $12 for adults and free for children under 12, available from choir members and Shear Dimensions downtown. Info at 250-545-1505. ZirkA ukrAiniAn DAncers present Seasons, annual dinner and show and family dance, May 10, 5 to 10 p.m. at Trinity United Church, Vernon. Enjoy a traditional Ukrainian dinner of perogies, cabbage rolls, and more. Entertainment provided by the Zirka Ukrainian dancers, door prizes, silent auction sponsored by ScotiaBank, raffle baskets, and a family dance. Tickets are available from De Vine Vintners, Argyll School of Performing Arts & Motion, and from Zirka families. coD gone WilD The Cods will be bringing their brand new album Battered and Fried and their high energy show back to Armstrong’s Royal York Golf Course Clubhouse May 10. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. and tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door (if available.) Tickets are for sale at the Royal York Clubhouse (19+ event.) The restaurant will be open for service beginning at 5 p.m. oso: AsiAn celeBrAtion The Okanagan Symphony Orchestra joins the celebration of Asian Heritage month with music from a rich and colourful tradition at its last concert of the season, May 11 at 7 p.m. at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre. Folk songs of Korea and the Phillipines will juxtapose with Bollywood. Features guest artists, violinist Susanne Hou, Ensemble Liberta, and Yamabiko Taiko. Tickets at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www. ticketseller.ca. morning meloDies Acclaimed Canadian violinist Jennie Press is the next performer in the new series of early morning concerts at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre’s Marie Fleming Rehearsal Hall. Concert takes place May 13 at 9:30 a.m. with refreshment sand a chance to chat with Press, with music to follow. Tickets are at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca.
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Armstrong music 3495 Pleasant Valley Rd. Armstrong, 250546-0087. Jam sessions every Saturday, all day 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. BluegrAss night Vernon Community Arts Centre (in Polson Park) every second Wednesday of the month, 7 to 9:30 p.m. All stringed acoustic instruments welcome, or just come and sing along. Books provided if required. Drop in $4 at the door. Call Sid for more info at 250-549-1024. Blue ox PuB Hwy 6 Lumby. Fifth annual Friday Night Jam, hosted by The Mabel Lickers Band, happens every Friday at 9 p.m. Jamming starts around 10 p.m., so get ready for some good music and fun times. BrAnDing iron PuB 3445 Okanagan St., Armstrong, 546-0044. Karaoke is on tonight, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. eAgles hAll 5101 25th Ave. 542-3003. Karaoke is Friday at 8 p.m. with Brenda Galbraith. enDerBY inn PuB 900 George St. Enderby. 838-7100, or 250838-7180. Karaoke every second and fourth Friday of the month, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Folk & FAvourite night Fourth Wednesday of the month at the Vernon Community Arts Centre (in Polson Park) 7 to 9:30 p.m. All stringed acoustic instruments are welcome. Or just come and sing along. Books are provided if required. Drop in $4 at the door. Call Sid for more info at 250-549-1024. the green in the Village Green Hotel, 4801 27th St. 542-3321. Evolution Dance presents dance lessons with Greg Miller Tuesdays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. $5 per person. No partner necessary. toro’s PuB 1220 Kalamalka Lake Rd, 545-7856. Karaoke is every Thursday at 8 p.m. Hosted by Anita LeBlanc.
LIVE MUSIC IN THE PUBS/CLUBS ArmY, nAvY, Air Force cluB 2500 - 46th Ave, 542-3277. Live music Friday nights Under the Spitfire. Armstrong inn 3400 Smith Dr., 546-3056. The Trips, an alt. bluegrass band from Kelowna (www.thetrips.ca), performs Sunday at 7 p.m. Tickets on sale at the Armstrong Inn Liquor Store. BrAnDing iron PuB 3445 Okanagan St., Armstrong, 546-0044. Saturday is Molly’s Car CD release party. $5 at the door. Starts at 8:30 p.m. May 10 at 7 p.m., metal bands Reality of the Lost and Odinfist raise the rafters. checkers BAr AnD grill in the Best Western Plus Vernon Lodge, 250-541-2653. Tonight is the Shawn Lightfoot Band playing the best of rock and country music with a Neil Diamond tribute. Starts at 8 p.m. No cover. cluB 2929, 2900 29th Ave., 549-7448. Coming in from Vancouver is Stealth Bomb Records founder and president Snak the Ripper. The emcee/entrepreneur has been steadily making a name for himself in the hip hop scene and arrives in Vernon tonight only days after releasing his highly anticipated Just Giver album. Accompanying Snak are his label mates Merkules and Jaclyn Gee. Also performing is San Francisco’s DJ Stylust Beats, a regular at festivals such as Shambhala and Burning Man. Opening is hip hop artist Pyke and 13th Floor’s Purpskurp. Doors open at 9 p.m. Tickets are $10/student, $15/regular at the Downtown Internet Lounge and Bean to Cup, $20 at the door. enDerBY inn PuB 900 George St. Enderby. 838-7100, or 250-8387180. Folk artist Matt Duffus performs May 16, 8 p.m. to midnight. $10 cover.
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THe Green in the Village Green Hotel, 4801 27th St. 542-3321. Enjoy country and rock and roll with Hog Wild tonight and Saturday, as part of the Lucky 7 Team Roping rodeo event after party at 9:15 p.m. both nights. No cover. Thursday, May 8 is tribute group, ABBA Again, playing all your favourite ABBA hits. Tickets are available in advance at The Green. lOrenZO’S CAFe 901 Mabel Lake Rd. (8 km east of Enderby), 838-6700. JP Hoe (guitar, cello and violin) plays Lorenzo’s tonight at 8 p.m. $10 cover. Call to reserve. Saturday, Victoria singer-songwriter and guitarist Sam Weber performs. Cover is $10. Call to reserve. PADDleWHeeler PUB in the Howard Johnson Inn, 1510 George St., Enderby. Classic rock and country rock dance music with the Junk Yard Dogs, May 9. Starts at 9 p.m. No cover. VernOn JAZZ ClUB 3000 - 31st St. Saturday, Aged to Perfection play swing, jazz, bop and Latin standards. Doors open at 7:15. Tickets are $20 at the Bean Scene, Bean to Cup and at www.vernonjazz.ca. May 10, local high school bands heat up the stage for Band Blast. All ages welcome. Tickets $5 at the door.
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A FleA in Her eAr Powerhouse Theatre stages the 1907 penned farce about mistaken identity, directed by Monty Hughes. Runs nightly to May 10 at 7:30 p.m. (No shows Sunday or Monday night.) Matinées are Sunday, May 4 and Saturday, May 10 at 2 p.m.) Tickets at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469. FOOTlOOSe Lights of Broadway presents this stage version of the musicaldrama film at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre May 9 at 7 p.m. and May 10 at 2 and 7 p.m. Originally starring Kevin Bacon, Footloose is the story of teenager
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UPCOMING THirD AnnUAl TUneS FOr TeeTH COnCerT featuring Cod Gone Wild, Lili & Rose and Lent Fraser Wall Trio, May 23 at Vernon Alliance Church 2601-43rd Ave. All proceeds go to the Community Dental Access Clinic (CDAC), North Okanagan’s low income dental clinic. Doors open at 6 p.m., concert starts at 7 p.m. Tickets $20 advance, $25 at the door, available at: Bean Scene, Vernon Alliance Church or at CDAC. Refreshments and silent auction. Call 778-475-7779 for info. SPrinG FeST 2014 May 24, 7 p.m., at Kal Tire Place, featuring JRDN, Karl Wolf, Kardinal Offishall, These Kids Wear Crowns and Faber Drive. All ages welcome. Tickets are $25 adult/student (limit of 2,500 tickets at this price), available online at www.ticketseller.ca, or call 250-549-7469. TA Ki TA A night of East Indian classical and fusion dance takes place May 24, 7 p.m., at the Powerhouse Theatre in Vernon. Feature Vernon’s Ananda dancers performing Bharatanatyamfusion dance, bhangra by local dancers from the Punjabi Heritage Society, kathak (story telling) by Trisha Rampersad from Vancouver, and Odissi by Devaki Thomas from London , England. Also features guest musicians on the sarod and percussion, and a tribal belly dancer Joy Farr of Lumby. Tickets are $35/adults, $20/children 12 and under (includes chai, sweets and appetizers) at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca.
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A helping hand for Haiti Editor’s note: The following is from Water Project for Haiti. Did you drink any water today? How about coffee or tea? Perhaps you washed your hands, took a shower or flushed a toilet. Maybe you did some dishes or started a load of laundry. Did you question whether or not the water was safe? For most of us, access to potable water is taken for granted. We are very lucky people. Globally, more than 3.4 million people die each year from water, sanitation and hygienerelated causes. The elderly and small children are especially susceptible to water-borne diseases. Lack of access to clean water and sanitation kills children at a rate equivalent to a jumbo jet crashing every four hours (source: World Health Organization). In Haiti, the water is not fit to drink. Though the tiny island nation has long had water problems, they were brought to the attention of the international community in a new way in 2010 when a cholera outbreak infected more than 470,000 people and killed nearly 7,000 (source: CDC). Cholera is a disease of poverty and is easily stopped with access to clean drinking water, sanitation facilities and education. That’s where Water Project for Haiti (WPH) comes in. WPH is a faith-based organization based in Vernon that provides clean water solutions to people in central Haiti. Through the production and installation of residential biosand filters, families realize the benefit of water that is 99 per cent free of disease-causing pathogens and microbes. Board president Kyle Adam said the group uses the technology developed by the Centre for Affordable Water and Sanitation Technology, a Calgary company,
Stork Report March 20: Born to Mike and Kirsten Reim of Lumby, B.C., a boy, 6 lbs. 9 oz., named Clyde Darren. A brother for Atlee, 3. A grandson for Wade and Nancy Stone of Cherryville, B.C.; Gary and Kathy Reim of Lavington, B.C.; Jeff Dwan of Lumby, B.C. A great-grandson for Rose and Jim Dwan, June O’Rourke, all of Lumby; Sylvia Damitz of Cumberland, B.C. April 6: Born to Selena and Aaron of Vernon, a girl, 7 lbs. 8 oz., named Harper Bo Nicole. A sister for Tyrni, 3; Mason, 6; Denan; 8; Hailley, 10. A granddaughter for Gail and Bruce of Rycroft, New Additions Alta. A great-granddaughter for Edna of Vernon, B.C.; Joe and Eleanor of Rycroft, Alta. April 8: Born to Kyle Boreen and Tiffany Weatherbee of Vernon, a boy, 8 lbs. 1 oz., named Bentley Derwin Boreen. A grandson for Shelley Beale of Vernon; Debbie Johnson of Lumby; Derwin Boreen, Roxanne Braun, both of Vernon. A great-grandson for Dorothy and Bernard Cavanagh of Clearwater, B.C. April 11: Born to Dustin and Stacey Bengtson of Vernon, a girl, 7 lbs. 3 oz., named Blake Evely Anna. A sister for Loa, 2. A granddaughter for Lesly and Garnie Bengtson of Vernon, B.C.; Tom and Judy Johnson of Fort McMurray, Alta. April 11: Born to Katie and Jesse Quibell of Lumby, B.C., a boy, 9 lbs. 1 oz., named Khallen Robert James. A brother for Jayden, 4. A grandson for Gail and Cecil Quibell, Robert Ward, all of Lumby; Marie Stone of Kelowna, B.C. A greatgrandson for June Ward of Vernon, B.C.; Cecil Quibell Senior of Lumby. April 12: Born to Kody King and Maygen Culp of Vernon, B.C., a girl, 9 lbs. 2 oz., named Madisyn Jade Rose King. A sister for Owen, 3. A granddaughter for Joanne Harris, Corey Chabot, Chris Culp, Margaret Adie, Gerry Head, all of Vernon. April 21: Born to Amanda Balun and Scott Arsenault of Vernon, B.C., a girl, 7 lbs. 4 oz., named Kaylee April Arsenault. A sister for Tayla, 5 1/2; Tristan, 4. A granddaughter for Joanne Hipkiss, Laurie Pochay, Gary Arsenault, all of Vernon. April 24: Born to Jeff and Jennifer Twerdun of Vernon, a girl, 7 lbs., named Brielle Lynn Twerdun. A sister for Claire, 2. A granddaughter for Gwen and the late Dennis Twerdun of Vernon, B.C.; David and Jan Rakoz, Terry and Georgina O’Riordan, all of Camrose, Alta. A great-granddaughter for Peter Fisher, Irene Michalow, Bertha Rakoz, all of Camrose.
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Judy Douglas, a retired registered nurse and volunteer health and education consultant with Water Project for Haiti, takes a break to get a cuddle from a toddler at a women’s health conference in Borel. “It brought 89 women together where they could sleep and be fed and pampered and loved and taught about many different things, as education is so key in Haiti now,” said Douglas. “They are such a resilient people, capable of many things, but have not had the learning opportunities.” to provide biosand water filters. “The filters enable users to filter as much water as they need at no extra cost, making it possible for them to use treated water for many different daily needs. It’s really a win-win, since nearly all of the materials used in production are bought locally and local people are employed.” Adam has been to Haiti several times to work with the team and has seen first-hand the impact clean water can make in people’s lives. Adam is interested in adding some Vernon people to the board of directors. He would also like to get churches, schools, scout troops and others involved in this life-saving work. There are a number of ways to get involved. WPH is a non-
profit organization that operates on the generosity of supporters. A $50 donation covers the production cost of one filter and provides decades of clean water to an entire family. Your donation also helps keep Haitians employed at our production facility in Borel. A personal visit is a great way to see the need and get personally involved. You and your group can experience the beauty of Haiti and work sideby-side with WPH technicians as they visit Haitian homes. Consider serving on the board or spearheading local fundraising efforts. On May 21 there will be a fundraiser which Kyle will be attending for another initiative which WPH supports. OSAPO (www.osapo.org) is a remote clinic/hospital in the
mountains above Montrouis and we are looking to raise money to build on an addition that will house an operating room workroom for decontamination of supplies and sterilizing them, ready for use again where HIV has become a major issue. The event takes place at the Elks Hall in Vernon, with a dinner and silent auction starting at 5 p.m. Tickets are $25, available at the Bean Scene; donations for the silent auction are welcome. WPH is a faith-based organization. We appreciate prayers for the project, our staff in Haiti and our board of directors. For more information, e-mail Adam at kadam@ waterprojectforhaiti.com or visit www.waterprojectforhaiti. com.
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Luke 3:16: The Apostle John speaking: “He (Jesus Christ) shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost and with fire...” Luke 3:22. Jesus also being baptized by the Holy Ghost descended in a bodily shape like a dove upon him (Christ).” Luke. 1:3:5: “The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee and the power of the Highest shall over shadow thee.” Jesus Christ, the Father manifest in the Son, by and through Deity and the Holy Spirit power of the Highest. There can be no Trinity.
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We are both 67 years old. Right now, Cliff spends weekends at my place. When I suggest going to his house on the occasional weekend, he says no, claiming he hasn’t had time to clean or there are no groceries or my bed is more comfortable and my TV is bigger, etc., etc. When I suggested we purchase a house together, Cliff said he will never leave his house. Ever. He thinks I should put my stuff in storage and move in with only my clothes. I feel so defeated. Cliff says he loves me, but admits he likes to live by himself. We tried counseling, but he doesn’t like what they say to him. I broke up with him and have even gone out on a few dates, but it only makes me miss him more. Any advice? — Ohio Dear Ohio: Cliff sounds set in his ways and nervous about changes to his environment. He thinks if he keeps his house exactly as it is, his life will stay
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My wife inherited some money from a relative, but she hoards it for herself. We can afford to travel, but she won’t. Please help me out. I want to see places before I die. — Sam in Atlanta Dear Sam: You will have to see them without your wife. There may be myriad reasons why she doesn’t wish to travel. She could be afraid of flying or of unfamiliar places; she could find travel uninteresting or exhausting; she may not want to leave her great-grandson; she may think she is too old. You could ask whether she would take a short trip to a nearby place — say a weekend in Savannah or a mini-vacation with your great-grandson — and then perhaps convince her to travel farther afield. If she absolutely refuses, look into going on your own through group tours or traveling with friends. But don’t expect her to use her inheritance money for your pursuits. You’ll have to find
another way to pay for this. Dear Annie: Here’s my response to “Not a Lawyer,” whose family told him that lawyers don’t give out free advice: A doctor and a lawyer were walking out of church one morning after services. The doctor couldn’t stop complaining that wherever he went people approached him asking medical questions and wanting free advice. The lawyer explained that he, too, was once the target of people asking him for free advice, but he found a way to end it. “How did you manage it?” asked the doctor. “Oh, that was easy,” the lawyer replied. “I started sending out bills, and soon enough the problem was solved.” The following week, the doctor opened a letter from the lawyer that contained a bill for his services. My wife and I enjoy reading your column every day. — M.S., Montreal, Quebec
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VERNON FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE The 23rd Annual Book Sale takes place May 2, 3 and 4 at the Vernon Curling Club. Thousands of books, everything from children’s books to fiction, non-fiction, videos and CDs. Sale runs today from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 250-549-1466 for more information. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT NOTRA The North Okanagan Therapeutic Riding Association (NOTRA) is still in great need of volunteers to help with leading horses in our 3:30 to 5:45 p.m. classes Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays until mid-June as well as people with flexible schedules to act as floaters to fill in for volunteers who are sick or absent during any of the classes Monday through Friday. We are located at the Historic O’Keefe Ranch north of Vernon so having your own transportation is necessary. Please contact Dani at 250-5490105 or notra@telus.net. THE GOOD MORNING PROGRAM NEEDS VOLUNTEERS We are looking for individuals to volunteer their time making phone calls to check in with the program participants. There will be a four-hour training session soon, at no cost. The training date is yet to be determined. The Good Morning calls are made from the People In Need Program office. If you would like to volunteer or if you have any questions about the program, please call the PIN office at 250-545-8074. KINDALE THRIFT STORE IN ARMSTRONG Silent auction until May 10: come in and make a bid! We have vintage cookbooks and kitchen ware, vintage Barbie, fishing gear and more. We are at 2725 Patterson Ave.; open Mon. – Sat., 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. NORTH OKANAGAN VALLEY GLEANERS plant in Lavington is holding an open house, 973 Whitevale Rd., May 2, 9 a.m to noon. Tours at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. and May 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tours at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. If you’ve never seen how we help feed the world’s hungry with our area’s surplus crops or provide medical equipment and supplies to hospitals and clinics in the Third World, this is a great opportunity You can come and help us process vegetables for the entire period or just come for one of the scheduled tours. Coffee and goodies will be served. On Friday only, we have arranged for Schubert Centre bus to bring guests to the plant. It will leave Schubert at 9:45 and then leave the plant at 11:30. NEw HOPE FOR wIDOw/ERS GRIEF RETREAT May 2 and 3 at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 3412-15 Ave., Vernon. Friday evening is an introduction to New Hope, with guest speaker Brenda Jansen, music and dessert. Saturday includes group sessions and break-out workshops, as well as a delicious lunch. Cost is $75. Check-in Friday is between 5:30-6:30 p.m. for the welcome session at 7 p.m. Saturday check-in at 8:30 a.m, with sessions taking place 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. To register, please contact New Hope at 250-545-6004 or new-hope@ telus.net, and leave your name, mailing address, and phone number. Workshop topics are listed on our website www.newhope-grief.org. This year, we offer a children’s program for kids aged 6 to 10 years old, $35 for the first child and $20 for each additional child. B.c. GOV’T RETIRED EMPLOYEES’ ASSOcIATION MEETS for a luncheon at Schubert Centre May 2 at 12:30 p.m., with guest speaker CIBC financial planning consultant Shawn Gorniak. TRAVELOGUE: SILK ROAD ADVENTURES: AcROSS cHINA will be presented by Givonna De Bruin for Grannies à Gogo: the Vernon - South Africa Connection on May 2 at 7 p.m. at The People Place, 3402 - 27th Ave, Vernon. Admission is $5 at the door. Join us for an inspiring ancient journey far different from the traditional China. www.granniesagogo.com BUDDHIST MEDITATION cLASS with nun Kelsang Chenma, May 2 to 8:30 p.m. at W.L. Seaton Centre, 1340 Polson Dr. Class topic will be “Looking Within our Own Mind.” Drop-in class with guided meditations and a teaching. Suggested donation $10, special rates for students and seniors. Info., www.dorjechang.ca or 250-558-0952. No fragrance please. FALUN GONG/FALUN DAFA An ancient Qi Gong practice for mind and body, falun gong relieves stress and anxiety, increases energy and vitality, greatly improves physical health through five sets of gentle exercises, including a seated meditation. Suitable for people of all ages. Has benefited more than 100 million people world-wide. Based on the principles of truthfulness, compassion and tolerance. Please bring a mat and a firm cushion as we will be doing an introduction to exercise 5 and meditation. 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he sale opens at 8 a.m. sharp and runs to 2 p.m. at the Vernon centre, 3105-28th St. Bigger and better this year with a featured plant table of a large selection of irises including old favourites, new large ruffled bearded irises, miniatures, etc. in a wide array of colours to choose from. As usual, there will be dozens of heritage tomatoes, other vegetables and herbs, annual flowers, geraniums, perennials, shrubs, etc. Gardening books, planters and pots will be available. Flowering planters and hanging baskets are a great gift for Mother’s Day. A free plant for every child plus a special table to choose the perfect pot for their plant and have their picture taken too! New this year is a prize draw entry with your purchase. Demos of Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi will be done throughout the day. except two weeks flanking New Years. Come and experience ARMSTRONG FARMERS’ MARKET Every Saturday 8 a.m. to sustainable, BEE SAFE, GMO free, local food; vegetables, fruits, noon at the IPE Fairgrounds. Produce, preserves, handcrafts, baked meats, cheeses, honey, preserves, baking, gluten-free products, goods, bedding plants, organics and more. May 3, we’ll have live teas, tisanes, coffee, juice, dried herbs and samosas. We are at 9909 music by Vernon Johnson on acoustic guitar. VERNON LAwN BOwLING cLUB SPRING GENERAL MEETING Kalamalka Rd. (across from Centex Gas). ARMSTRONG SENIORS AcTIVITY cENTRE We are at 2520 May 3 at 10 a.m., clubhouse in Polson Park. All members and prospective members welcome. Call Rich at 250-275-3160 or e-mail Patterson Ave. Pool Monday to Friday at 12:30 p.m. MOVE IT AND MINGLE FOR 50+ Customized fitness done at prysjones@shaw.ca for details. your own pace, at the Army, Navy and Air Force Club. Physical FREE xERINDIPITY GARDEN wORKSHOP The Regional District activity and socialization focused on seniors’ health education. of North Okanagan is pleased to announce its first free, Xerindipity Program provided by health professionals, sponsored by Interior garden workshop May 3 from 1 to 2 p.m.! Join local garden Health Authority. Tuesdays and Fridays 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Only experts, father-daughter team John and Buffy Baumbrough for a $50 for 10 weeks. Transportation on request. Call Shannon at 778- one-hour workshop on container and vegetable gardening. The workshop is free to attend, all ages welcome, and registration is not 480-4809 or e-mail Shannon@VitalityNetworkCanada.com ELKS FRIDAY NITE SUPPERS Join us every Friday for Vernon’s required. Contact RDNO for more information at 250-550-3700. most popular and affordable Friday Nite Supper at 3103 - 30th St. wONDERcAFé.LIVE! IN LUMBY presents comedy and fantasy (across from Greyhound). You get a home-made cooked meal that Dogma (1999) May 3 at Lumby United Church (Park Ave. at includes soup or salad, bun, dessert and coffee at 6 p.m. for only Vernon St.) 7- 9:30 p.m. This satire on the use of dogma in a $9. Doors open at 5 p.m. Following dinner we have a mini meat religious context has an R-rating and is not intended for the too draw and 50/50. Everyone welcome. All proceeds go to children dogmatic, this is a mercilessly funny farce. Light refreshments. By donation. Concerns? Dave @ 250-547-368. and charities in Vernon. See our menu on Facebook each Friday. THE LUMBY HANDYMAN SERVIcE available for seniors and ENDERBY & DIST. GARDEN cLUB annual plant and manure sale those with disabilities in an effort to help them stay in their home as May 3, gazebo at Riverside Park, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Plants from $1 long as possible. Jobs could range from fixing a leaking roof, add to $10 along with goat manure for $2.50/bag. Cash only. This is a on a railing, repair steps, doors, windows, etc. For a free estimate very popular item so come early to avoid disappointment. Annual sale is a major fund-raiser that the club uses for community projcall Olena at 250-547-8866. THE HALINA cARPET BOwLERS MEET Fridays from 1 to 3 ects such as tree-planting, Cornerstone Garden maintenance, and p.m. New carpet bowlers welcome; come on out for a fun after- helping with gardens at Parkview Place and Granville Getaway. noon of activity. We are behind the Rec Centre at 3310-37 Ave. Info., call 250-542-2877. THE ScHUBERT cENTRE THRIFT STORE In the basement of Schubert Centre and full of a variety of dress and casual clothes, for men and women, housewares, jewellery, craft items etc. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. We accept gently used clothing, jewelry, household goods, etc. We would love to accept larger donations, but are unable to pick them up. Quality items at low prices. All electrical items are cleaned and tested for working order before TH RD being sold. During the last week of every month a special sale will be held. Open Wednesday to Friday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm VERNON MS SOcIETY DROP-IN cENTRE and Saturday 10 am to 4 pm. Located in People Place, #105, 3402-27th Ave., call 250-542-2241. We are open Monday, Thursday and Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (closed for on selected items. lunch noon to 1 p.m., Tuesday 9 a.m. to noon (peer counsellors available). Yoga Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. in room 006. All welcome. SUPPORT LOcAL BUSINESS NORA (North Okanagan Referral Association) meets Fridays … + NO TAX! at 7:15 a.m., The Pantry. Call Les Fresorger at We have: Chesterfi elds, hide-a-beds, 542-7181 or see www.nora.ca.
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Vernon’s repair Café Back by popular demand, the café will be held in the Okanagan Science Centre parking lot May 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your broken books, things that need gluing, dull knives and tools, musical instruments, torn or moth eaten clothing, dysfunctional bicycles, small appliances, and we’ll help you fix them! There will be a food vendor on site for munchies and beverages. Brought to you by Vernon In Transition, in cooperation with the Okanagan Science Centre and the Regional District of the North Okanagan. saturday morning nature watCh & Coffee May 3, from 9 to 10 a.m., Grey Canal Trail, Foothills. The North Okanagan Naturalists Club invites you to a walk on the Grey Canal Trail. Meet in the trail parking lot on Blackcomb Way, after turning left off Silver Star Rd. Optional coffee stop afterwards. the okib elders host huge garage sale in their hall May 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Canteen features Indian tacos. Everything from a bird cage and stand to leather bean bag chairs. Rental tables available $7.00. Call Peggy @ 250-542-2745. Our hall is 12 km south on Westside Rd. beside the Firehall. We are inside so weather does not matter. Enjoy some time with us. kalamalka fly fishers polson pond fish out Hey Kids! Do you want to go fishing? The 13th annual Kalamalka Fly Fishers Polson Pond Fish Out is May 3 and 4; 1000 rainbow trout will be put into the Polson Pond for you to catch. Each trout weighs about ¾ of a pound (12 to 16 inches). You can keep two fish each day to take home for dinner. Polson Park main pond, fishing starts at 9 a.m. and goes to 4 p.m., both days. Bring your fishing rod, bobbers, barbless hooks, and worms. This is a free fishing event and is open to kids ages four to 14, an adult must accompany children under the age of 12. night sky storytelling planetarium show May 3 at 3:30 p.m. Go low-tech for Unplug & Play Week at the Okanagan Science Centre with some of the oldest stories on earth, the legends behind the constellations. Astronomy expert Kevin Aschenmeier will guide you through the galaxy, discussing how people have read the riddles of the stars– thousands of years before guides on computers and mobile devices! Free for OSC members, regular admission for non-members. CraZy Contraptions unplugged Free outdoor event at Okanagan Science Centre parking lot May 3 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Staff scientists will be in the repairing and re-purposing spirit of Vernon’s 2nd Annual Repair Café, making crazy contraptions from simple machines and running activities with recycled materials. Bring egg carton and coffee can lid, old stockings, or a 2L pop bottle, and we’ll turn it into something to play with and learn from! solar saturday serious fun! Free outdoor event at the Okanagan Science Centre May 3 from 1 to 3 p.m. Head outside to the OSC parking lot to break an important rule: “never stare at the sun!” Staff scientists and Royal Astronomical Society of Canada members will be on hand with daytime astronomy expertise and special instruments, allowing you to get a safe, up close look at our sun and its sunspots. trinity united ChurCh spring tea May 3 from 2 to 4 p.m. bC 4-h 100th anniVersary Celebration May 3, Vernon
Young Riders 4-H dinner and dance at the Cattlemen’s Club Restaurant at O’Keefe Ranch. Chicken and rib dinner, door prizes, and silent auction. Live band Salt Water Cowboy. Doors open at 5 p.m. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. For tickets, call Lorna at 250-545-7140. kidston sChool hosts ford driVe 4ur sChool May 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Kidston elementary school. Come down for a free test drive of one of Ford new vehicles and Ford donates $20 for every test drive to go towards new sport equipment for the school! Coffee, muffins and barbecue lunch. Grade 7 students will collect empty bottles so bring your empties. There will be face painting by the Grade 7s, who will also offer babysitting services for your little ones while you test drive a vehicle. Also, to tie in with unplug & play week, there will be Sport Ball sessions for the kids from 9 a.m. to noon. For ages two to three, 9 to 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 to 11 a.m.; three to five years old, 9:30 to 10 a.m. and 11 to 11:30 a.m.; six to nine years, 10 to 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to noon. free ComiC book day at the Vernon library May 3, free comics while supplies last, starting at 10 a.m.; at 11 a.m., we’ll have face painting, games with special guest Spider-Man, make a superhero bracelet or bookmark; at 2 p.m., we’ll have superhero trivia for teens. Just drop in for this free
needles up! The Vertigo Knitting Circle meets at Gallery Vertigo 10 a.m. to noon the first and third Saturdays of each month. Knitters of all experience levels welcome. Resident knitting gurus Janet Armstrong and Allison Griswold will help you get started or help you over hurdles. Cost is $5 donation to support Vertigo’s SMARTIES family art program. Coffee and cookies are served. Home baked goodies are invited. Bring your yarn and needles and join us! We are upstairs at Suite #1, 3001-31st St., Vernon.
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It’s spring car cleaning time, inside and out If a road trip is part of your vacation An easy check and repair item is plans this summer, it’s time to get lighting. You may need some help the horseless chariot prepared. confirming that the brake and That means cleaning it inside and backup lights are functioning at out and performing some important the rear. Otherwise, it’s a simple maintenance to ensure you get the walk-around check that should best fuel economy. include the turn signals and headIn most parts of B.C., the swap lights (both low and high beams) Unnecessary from winter tires to all-season or weight increases fuel and don’t forget the license plate summer tires is already well under and those little side marker lights. consumption and way (studded winter tire removal is If you’ve got a vehicle with a mandatory by April 30). Winter tires some of that extra headlight (clear plastic) cover are made with a softer and stickier weight could be in that’s showing its age, there are rubber compound that wears faster the form of mud and some good products on the market and increases fuel consumption at now that help restore clarity. dirt on your vehicle’s Wiper blades are another easy higher temperatures. They also tend to be noisier and you’ll hear them undercarriage. check and replace item. A buildeven more, now that you can finally Bob McHugh up of grease or grim on the roll down the windows. windshield will also reduce the You may also be dragging around effectiveness of the wipers. Clean too much junk in the trunk, like that snow shovel the rubber wiper blade with a soft cloth soaked you always pack during in the winter months. in the glass cleaner. In B.C., those windshield Unnecessary weight increases fuel consumption wipers typically work harder than anywhere else and some of that extra weight could be in the in Canada and life expectancy can be less than form of mud and dirt on your vehicle’s undercara year. If they’re still streaking, chattering or riage. Road salt is probably also trapped in that generally not doing the job – replace them. muddy mess, which is a corrosion accelerant that Getting back to tires, a loaded vehicle driven at your vehicle’s body doesn’t need. highway speeds for prolonged periods in hot While you’re poking around in the trunk, take a weather conditions can be a punishing test for look under the floor cover. Water leaking into the tires and the dreaded blow-out is a real concern. vehicle tends to accumulate in the lowest spots, Even a tire that looks okay and has plenty of or maybe that’s why it’s called a spare-wheel tread remaining may not be in great shape. The well. If the spare is a conventional tire, check its “best before” date on most passenger tires is inflation pressure and, while you’re at it, make eight years old and you should be able to find sure that the emergency jack and tool kit are a date of manufacture stamped somewhere on also in good working order. sidewall of the tire.
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prime influences for the above-mentioned Toyota as well as the famous Datsun 240Z. Its extreme long hood, short rear deck design and covered headlight styling cues also continue to show up in Jaguar’s own products like the XK8 and the new F-Type. After all, it was by rival Enzo Ferrari’s own admission the most beautiful car in the world. 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback: Long before Ford went retro with the 2005 Mustang, they knocked off their own design for the original pony car with the European Ford Capri. Toyota went one step further with the 1973 Celica Liftback, a virtual ¾-scale replica of the Mustang Fastback. Even the upper crust Aston Martin with its V8 Vantage model of the 1970s went to the Mustang well. The 2015 Mustang still sports design cues from the original 1965 Mustang fastback. Rob Sass is the vice-president of content for Hagerty Insurance. Hagerty is the world’s leading specialist provider of classic car and boat insurance. Learn more at hagerty. ca and you can email rsass@ hagerty.com
show up almost unaltered in the latest Toyota sports car concept, the FT-1. Incidentally, Toyota has probably had the last laugh here, as the 2000 GT is now the only Japanese collectible car worth $1 million. 1967 Cadillac Eldorado: The ’67 Eldorado is one of the great overlooked post-war American classics. A Bill Mitchell design triumph, it’s an ageless design that wouldn’t look out of place in a showroom today, particularly since Cadillac continues to revisit the ’67 Eldo rear end, one of the greatest ¾-views of all time. 1954 Jeep CJ-5: The original Jeep CJ may well be the most knocked-off vehicle of all time, inspiring the likes of the Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser, Nissan Patrol, Suzuki Samurai, etc., not to mention, of course, the current Jeep Wrangler. Jaguar E-Type: The E-Type was one of the
Certain cars just won’t recede into the automotive fossil record. Designers (particularly those from their company of origin) keep going back to the well. And why not? – It’s almost impossible to top the cars on this list: 1967 Toyota 2000 GT: The gorgeous Toyota 2000 GT sports car was a giant commercial flop when it was introduced. The status of Japanese cars in the U.S. market at the time was roughly the equivalent of Korean cars about 15 years ago, and a Japanese car that cost more than a Jaguar E-Type, a Corvette or a Porsche 911 found few takers. Just over 300 were built and the model’s failure continues to haunt Toyota. The roofline and greenhouse of the 1967 2000GT
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I was getting good at this, so I purchased a used vehicle in the U.S. and imported it. It didn’t have any airbags, so the warning lights were on. But I wasn’t picky. I knew, based on my other tricks, I could solve that before I had it inspected and registered. You just couldn’t be too worried about the truth. I Googled airbags. I saw I had three options. Get certified replacements installed at a repair shop. Buy some and install them myself. Or, override the warning light. I called and found that the first option was out of the question. Way too expensive. But, option two had some promise. There were cheap ones online. Of course, there were some warnings about dangerous fake airbags. Option three, overriding the warning lights, went too far – even for me. You can find how-to videos about anything on the web. So, I ordered cheap ones and had them sent to my U.S. mailbox. I used a buddy’s garage and put them in. Bingo! The warning lights went off and I was on my way. Soon, I had an ad up on several classified websites: Great car for sale. Moving out of the country and need to sell fast! Good condition. Recently inspected. Call cell. I’m flexible on price!! I couldn’t believe how many calls I had. I found my buyer not long after. A nice man about my age; divorced with three kids. That’s all I know about him – I don’t like getting too personal. I was actually honest about the vehicle this time. I told him that the car had been in an
accident and was from the U.S. I asked if he wanted a vehicle history report*, but he declined. He appreciated my honesty, as he’d gone through a few bad deals. With the transaction done, we parted ways. Then I got a call from my buddy. Being a curious person, he’d read the boxes the airbags came in that I’d left at his shop. “You installed counterfeit airbags,” he said. “So? They look identical to the original airbags,” I said. “I’ve seen videos of bogus airbags catching fire and with metal bits exploding when they deploy. They’re not safe,” he scolded. I’ll take my chances, I thought. It would only be a problem in an accident. The next day, my buddy left a message. He ended our friendship. Whoa, chill out. A guy’s got a right to make a few bucks.
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Ormie passed away peacefully at Noric House on April 19th, 2014 at the age of 89. He is survived by his two sons, Wayne (Pam) of Whiƫer, California and Darren (Joanne) of Coldstream; four grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Lucy, in October of 2013. CremaƟon. Inurnment took place in Pleasant Valley Cemetery April 30th, 2014. Flowers are gratefully declined. Those friends wishing to make memorial contribuƟons in memory of Ormie may do so to the B.C. Cancer FoundaƟon, 399 Royal Avenue, Kelowna, B.C. V1z 5L3 or to a charity of personal choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Pleasant Valley Funeral Home, Phone͗ 250 542 4333. Condolences may be oīered at www. pleasantvalleyĬ.com
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friends Marchand 16, family 1952 – to join March us in 8, celebrating 2014 the Life and Times of Gary Hammond this We Sunday,welcome May 4th all in friends and family to Peachland, BC. A brief ceremony will be held at the ũoin(located us in celebraƟng Peachland Cemetary at 2pm, about 3.5 the Life and Times km up Princeton Ave and then left on Vernon Ave) of Gary by Hammond thisatSunday, May Heritage 4th in followed a gathering Peachland’s Peachland, A brief Park (BeachBC. Ave. & 1stceremony Street). will be held at the Peachland Cemetary at 2pm, (located about 3.5 Gary away Saturday March 8, km upHammond Princetonpassed Ave and thenonleŌ on Vernon Ave) 2014 in Salmon Arm BC. His memory will be forever followed by a gathering at Peachland͛s Heritage cherished byAve. his wife 41 years, Liz, and children Park (Beach & 1stofStreet). Steven, Brian (Cynthia) and Kim Noble (Dan) Gary Hammond away 8, brothers David, passed Paul and JeffonofSaturday Ontario,March brother 2014 in Salmon Arm BC. His memory will be forever and sister in law Woody & Doris Schut, Ed & Janice cherished by his Taylor-Lowen. wife of 41 years, Liz, and children Schut & Rene “Grandpa Gooey” Steven, Brian (Cynthia) and Kim Noble (Dan) will be forever remembered by his grand children, brothers David, Paul and Jeī Kntario, brother Natalie Warnes, Meghan & of Lauren Hammond and sister in lawAB. Woody Doris Schut, Ed & by Janice of Edmonton, Gary&was predeceased his Schut & Rene Taylor-Lowen. “Grandpa Gooey” parents and infant son Nelson. will be forever remembered by his grand children, Natalie Warnes, Meghan & Lauren Hammond of Edmonton, AB. Gary was predeceased by his parents and infant son Nelson.
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JAHRAUS, Kathleen Josephine It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Kathleen on April 26, 2014 in Vernon, BC. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.myalternatives.ca Arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866
VYE, Melbourne (Meb) Ferguson March 18, 1920 - April 23, 2014
Born March 18, 1920 in Salmon Arm. Passed away April 23, 2014. Survived by his children Nancy (Ted), Bruce (Kathleen), Karen (Rob) and grandchildren; Courtney, Sean, Teagan, Sarah, Dane and Roxanne and great grandsons Hunter and Kai. Predeceased by son Douglas. Dad was very proud to be a WW // veteran. He reƟred from BC Hydro in 198ϱ and enũoyed his reƟrement years gardening, Įshing, playing crib and taking road trips. A CelebraƟon of dad͛s life will be held Saturday, May 24, 2014 at 12 noon at First Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1155 Fort St. Victoria BC. /n lieu of Ňowers, donaƟons to the Kidney FoundaƟon or BC Children͛s Hospital would be appreciated.
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Richard G. Rimell Dick died peacefully on Jan. 29, 2014 at the age of 87. He was born in Enderby and lived in the area for most of his life. He was predeceased by brother Jack. Survived by brothers Frank (Bessie), Bill (Jackie), Jim (Eve) and several nieces and nephews. Will also be greatly missed by his good friend Pat. His life was well lived with no regrets. There will be a gathering at the Enderby Legion on May 17 at 1pm.
Norma Winnifred Baker
We the family of Norma Winnifred Baker sadly announce her passing aŌer a brief illness, on April 25, 2014, at the age of 77. She was born Feb. 18, 1937 to Herbert and Winnifred Turner. Norma has two brothers, Vance (Bea) and Dick (Bertha - Colleen & Janet). She was a loving mother to daughters Bethany (Ron), Sherry (Alan - Tim & Adam), Tara (Darin - Dallas & Tye) and Tessa (Russ). She will be missed dearly. At her request, there will be no service. In lieu of Ňowers, donaƟons could be made to Kamloops Hospice Society.
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Was born on June 5, 192ϲ in Straƞord, Kntario and passed away with his wife by his side on April 25, 2014 in Trail, BC. He is predeceased by his parents and also by his Įrst wife, Mary. He is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Kathleen, his children; Anne (MarƟn), Catherine, 'eoī (Deb) and David (Mina) as well as his grandchildren Kathryn and James. Reverend 'arwood devoted his life to 'od, his family and the theatre. He was always concerned with the care of others and true social ũusƟce. A CelebraƟon of Life will be held on Wednesday, May 7th, 2014 at 3͗00pm at St. John͛s Anglican Church in Fruitvale. 'wen iprick of AlternaƟves Funeral and CremaƟon Services has been entrusted with the arrangements. zou are invited to leave a personal message of condolence by visiƟng the family͛s online register at www.myalternaƟves.ca. As an expression of sympathy your donaƟon to The Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.
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Donna Mae Westman 1935 - 2014
It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our dear mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend on April 27, 2014, at 11:00 pm. Donna was born in Llyodminster, Sask, on July ϲ, 1935. She spent most of her life in BriƟsh Columbia and lived in Armstrong for most of her senior years. Predeceased by her son Robert Alexander Matheson, she leaves behind two sons and two daughters: Rick Matheson, Ron Westman, Priscilla Weninger, and Donna Sands She will also be missed by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, nieces, nephews, and extended family. Donna will always be remembered for her total devoƟon to family. She was always able to see the good in each family member and she loved them uncondiƟonally. She loved to bake special treats for each of us on special occasions and she enjoyed family reunions when we could all be together She had a strong faith and looked forward to seeing her son, Bobby, again in her beauƟful Heavenly home. We wish to say a very special thanks to all the wonderful caring staī and volunteers at Hospice House in Vernon where Donna was allowed to be peacefully ushered into the presence of the Lord with the least pain and discomfort possible. In lieu of Ňowers, the family requests that you send a donaƟon, in any amount, to The Okanagan Hospice Society (3506 27 Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 1S4). A CelebraƟon of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2014 at First BapƟst Church (3185 Becker Street, Armstrong). Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.MyAlternaƟves.ca CremaƟon arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FhNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866
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Kevin Kenneth Leier joined his Lord and Saviour in the early hours of April 25, 2014, in his own personal paradise in Isla Mujeres, Mexico, surrounded by his wife and many friends. He was 51 years old. Like his favourite cake, Kevin was born in the Black Forrest of Germany in Zweibrücken on February 10, 1963, where he lived brieŇy before being moved to Cold Lake, Alberta. He played hockey throughout his teenage years in Vernon, B.C. before leaving for zellowknife at age 18. He would return to B.C. for knee surgery before meeƟng and marrying his wife on October 13, 1990. He graduated from OhC in 1993 with a “disƟnguished” diploma in business. The self-proclaimed “Colonel”, although son of a military man, not one himself, simply loved Mr. Sander’s chicken and coincidently resembled his features. OŌen changing ranks, the “Captain” adored far more his wife, Sandra and two sons, Josh and Kyle. He is survived by not only the three but also along with his mother, Ollie; brother, Dale (Ruth); and sister, Bren (Wayne). His late father, Arthur, predeceases him. Together with numerous nieces and nephews, his inlaws, the Egertons, will dearly miss Kevin. Kevin was an inventor, a visionary, and a character. He was an entrepreneur, operaƟng a successful business for much of his life. He was an avid reader, oŌen losing himself in the pages of his adventure-Įlled novels. He loved to golf and was unbeatable at pool. Never Įnding any disappointment in his loved ones, it was another love, which caused much angst nearing the end of his life. He aƩributed much of his deterioraƟng health to the disappointment suīered at the hands of the Toronto Maple Leafs, and he was vocal about it. Please, come remember the wiƩy, uninhibited, loving character that was Kevin Leier by aƩending a CelebraƟon of his Life at the Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Home, Hart Chapel, 1099 Gordon St., Guelph, on Friday, May 2, 2014 at 1 p.m. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park, Guelph. Condolences may be leŌ online at www.gilbertmacintyreandson.com.
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BIG RESULTS the classifieds 250-550-7900 Career Opportunities SERVICE Writer/Warranty Administrator required immediately for busy Heavy Truck repair shop in Kelowna, BC. Parts and/or service experience in the industry an asset. Attention to detail, clear communication and organization skills a must. Competitive wages and benefits reflecting experience. Please forward all resumes to jdiesel1@telus.net.
Education/Trade Schools APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING
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HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS
INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853
Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Highway linehaul Owner Operators based in our Kelowna terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving experience/ training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package.
To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract & details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com Call 604-968-5488 Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted. Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
TAYLOR PRO TRAINING LTD ❖AIR BRAKE COURSE Wed, May 14, Thur, May 15 Sat, May 31 & Sun, June 1.
❖CLASS 1 – 4 DRIVER TRAINING Vernon: 250-542-6122 or 1-855-549-6122.
Help Wanted ARMSTRONG COLLISION Immediate opening for an AUTOMOTIVE DETAILER Must have valid driver’s license. Apply in person with resume.
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CASUAL RESIDENTIAL WORKER Licensed Specialized Care Facility
TWIN CEDARS We can offer you the following:
• BCGEU wages • Benefits • Friendly/fun environment If you have; certificate and/or experience with mentally challenged adults, current first aid, a valid drivers license & cooking experience is an asset, then send us your resume and come join our team!
Tel: (250) 542-4983 Fax: (250) 542-4924
Help Wanted Care-Aide (RCA)
to support a female in Vernon. 35 hrs p/w. Non smoker. Fwd resume to kareaide11@gmail.com Attention Hair stylists chair rental aval, full/part time, Memphis Hair Group, call Steve @ 250-558-6565
The Armstrong Regional Cooperative is looking for a positive & conscientious team player to provide excellent customer service to our existing and future bulk fuel customers while delivering fuel & lubricants. The successful candidate will be computer literate, with good interpersonal, organizational and planning skills. This is a permanent, full-time driving position with a competitive pay package including extended health benefits and pension plan. The successful candidate must have a clean driving record with a minimum Class 3A license. Please bring your resume and drivers abstract to apply in person at 973 Otter Lake Cross Road, Armstrong during business hours or contact us at info@armstrong.coop to arrange a more convenient time.
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An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.
CARING People Needed. Join a team who makes a difference in the lives of the elderly. Provide non-medical companionship and in-home help. P/T day, evening and weekend hours. Contact kfuoco@kelhisc.com
SUB CONTRACTOR REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY!!
Busy Vernon Automotive shop requires 3rd/4th year Apprentice or Journeyman Automotive Technician, permanent F/T Fax resume to 778-475-5915
SHEET METAL WORKER Chapman Mechanical Ltd (CML) celebrates over 30 years in the construction industry. CML is proud to have been a leading mechanical contractor, on numerous projects, throughout British Columbia and Alberta over the past 30 years. Our goal is to provide cost efficient quality workmanship, adhering to the standards of the industry. We are currently recruiting JOURNEYMAN & APPRENTICE SHEET METAL WORKERS. Must be reliable, self-motivated, have the proper skills, experience and certifications. Qualified candidates will possess the following: • Valid provincial driver’s license • Basic First Aid • Be able to pass a criminal background check • Possess verifiable references To be considered for this position, please email or fax your resume. admin@chapmanmechanical.ca • Fax: 250-454-4711
Now hiring SEASONAL NURSERY WORKERS for seedling thinning, PRT ARMSTRONG, VERNON & COLDSTREAM Nurseries. Work begins mid May, lasting 6 - 8 weeks With prospect of further summer work Mainly piece work – potential to earn good $$ Appropriate clothing required (outdoor work) Full training provided
Apply in Person between 8–4, Monday to Friday PRT VERNON 7501 Bench Row Rd Vernon prt.vr@prt.com
Vernon Nissan is looking for a top performing sales person. We have a great training program, a great starting salary and a signing bonus of up to $5,000 dollars or more! If you know you have what it takes to give exceptional customer service and perform at a high level we would like to hear from you. We promote from within and have a lucrative pay plan with great benefits. Vernon Nissan is a top performing Nissan store and one of the top performing pre-owned dealers in the Okanagan. If you have what it takes to be the best email: brianwestwell@sentes.com
Vernon Nissan
ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? Relief is only a call away! Call Renee Hubert or Marie Harding Estate Administrators at 250-545-2136 to set up your FREE consultation in Vernon. Donna Mihalcheon CA, CIRP 33 years experience. BDO Canada Limited. Trustee in Bankruptcy. 202-2706 30th Ave., Vernon , BC V1T 2B6
Now hiring for
DAY TIME & OTHER PART-TIME POSITIONS ALL VERNON LOCATIONS
Apply in person with resume at 2601 58th Avenue or 5420 25th Avenue Vernon
Energetic stylist / esthetician required for Gabriella’s Salon. Chair rental. Bring resume to 3334 - 30th Avenue or call 250-260-3565 or 250-549-1515
CONTRACT SALES REPRESENTATIVE Central Hardware is seeking an experienced and reliable Contract Sales Representative for a full time position. Looking for 3-5 years of related experience; knowledge of building materials and experience with point of sales systems required. Job Description: • Contract Sales • Quoting • Blueprint take offs • Purchasing
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Qualifications: • High School Diploma • 3-5 years of related work experience • Computer Fluency • Read & Interpret Blue Prints • Experience with building materials and/or construction experience • Customer Sales Experience
Submit Resume in person at Central Hardware, 701 Bass Avenue, Enderby Or by email dave.kehler@centralhardwareltd.ca
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Sunshine Autobody, Vernon is looking for a painter (Automotive Refinishing Technician) Please apply with resume at 4504 29th St. or call 250.542.4811 Excel. wage & benefit pkg.
6417 Hwy. 97N, Vernon
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PRT COLDSTREAM 10003 HWY 6 Coldstream elizabeth.brown@prt.com
ARMSTRONG RT 512 - Rosedale & Colony Ave • 91 papers BX RT 36 - 43 Ave & 24 St • 140 papers CITY RT 129 - 27 Ave & 35 St • 81 papers COLDSTREAM RT 214 - Westkal Rd • 76 papers RT 216 - Giles Dr & DeJong Dr • 92 papers RT 240 - Middleton Way & Courtland • 134 papers RT 241 - Mt Ida & Mt Tanner • 109 papers EAST HILL RT 61 - 30 Ave & 16 St • 115 papers RT 74 - Pleasant Valley Rd & 32 Ave • 132 papers LAVINGTON RT 233 - Angus Dr & Dawe Dr • 73 papers LUMBY RT 603 - Fairview Ave & Catt Ave • 59 papers RT 605 - Park Ave & Wood Ln • 50 papers MISSION HILL RT 21 - 18 Ave & 31 St • 90 papers RT 92 - Argyle & Okanagan • 139 papers RT 71 - 20 Ave & 36 St • 74 papers RT 122 - 17 Ave & 34 St • 54 papers OKANAGAN LANDING RT 419 - OK Ldg Rd & 6902 OK Terrace • 40 papers RT 423 - Long Acre Dr & Klinger Rd • 92 papers SWAN LAKE RT 313 - Scenic Valley MHP • 83 papers
MUST BE RELIABLE AND ABLE TO MULTI TASK. MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE AND CLEAN DRIVER’S ABSTRACT. MUST HAVE RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION. SOME SORT OF INSULATION AND/ OR CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE IS A MUST. PLEASE FAX RESUMES TO (250) 546-6233 OR CONTACT OFFICE AT (250) 546-3456
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3201 - 37th Avenue Vernon, BC • V1T 2Y4
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We are the largest business organization in the North Okanagan. Our primary purpose is to advocate for the business community and to make Greater Vernon a vibrant place to do business. We are seeking an energetic and outgoing marketing professional to join our team. Our Membership & Events Coordinator is responsible for sales to new and existing members as well as to help create, organize and execute programs and events that continually add value to our members. Required Skills & Experience • • • • • • •
A proven track record in sales Excellent customer service skills Marketing experience including social media Desire to contribute and work as part of a small but energetic team Self discipline to work independently and keep accurate records Strong organizational skills particularly in event management Knowledge of content management software (Joomla) an asset
Remuneration will be based on salary plus performance based bonuses commensurate with skills and experience. Group benefits and a car allowance provided. Applications can be made before closing date of 4:00 pm Friday, May 9, 2014 to: The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce #102 2901 32nd Street, Vernon, BC V1T 5M2 Email: manager@vernonchamber.ca • Fax: 250-545-3114
Proudly Canadian Yard and Warehouse Team Member Part time There is a career opportunity available at Rona Home Centre – Store 130 – Vernon for a Yard and Warehouse team member who provides exceptional assistance and service to Rona customers with their lumber yard product needs. The yard team member works primarily in an outside work area and is responsible for maintaining department standards to ensure we meet customer needs. Responsibilities: • Demonstrate and encourage RONA values in all decision and actions • Provide all customers with exceptional customer service thought the use of RONA’s values and customer service programs • Assist customers by transporting and loading purchases into vehicles • Initiate contact with every customer, guide customers to departments, and provides product and services • Learn and operate computer systems necessary for position • Other assigned duties as needed.
Qualifications: • Customer service skills • Ability to perform work duties that involve stretching, bending, lifting, and carrying medium to heavy products • Excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to work independently, take initiative and demonstrate flexibility by providing support to other team members • Detail oriented and strong organizational skills • Equipment experience (forklift, reach, picker) an assets • Valid Driver’s license
Please submit a copy of your resume and cover letter via email to the following: Rona Home Centre – Vernon – Store 130 Attention: Human Resources Dept. Email: srh.61300@rona.ca Closing Date: May 9th, 2014
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CLASS 1 Driver required. local (Okanagan route) weekend and stat holidays off. Must be mechanically inclined, min 3 years driving experience. Current Drivers abstract and resume with wage expectations emailed to rellishtransport@telus.net. References required. (must not be family or friends). Job posting is immediately, this is a salaried position, long term. Must have basic knowledge of computers and good hand writing skills. This job requires some physical activity, yet not demanding. Single and tandem axle tractors pulling 53’ Vans. Experience with electric pallet jacks an asset. Safety oriented and willing to learn. All above items required for consideration. COOK Req. F/T for Rosalinda’s Filipino Kitchen 2810 33rd Street Vernon, BC. $11.50/hr. Cook / Prep / Clean. Filipino / Canadian experience & High School Preferred. Please send resume: t_smelser@yahoo.ca EASYHOME - FT Leasing specialist. Some retail experience,friendly outgoing personality. Incentives & benefits. Please apply with resume #E560-4400 32nd St, Vernon EDO JAPAN Hiring ft/pt all positions Cook/ prep/cashier/sushi. Mature, with experience would be an asset. Full benefits. Apply at the Fruit Union Plaza. Housekeeper to do all housework and laundry. RR. 1-2 days per week. Reply to Box 14 c/o The Morning Star, 4407 25 Ave, Vernon, BC. J&M SANDHER ORCHARD looking for farm workers. Pruning,thinning/harvesting fruit and other labour work. Up to 40hr/wk, $10.33/hr. 250-5582988 and/or email jmsandher@hotmail.com LOOKING for longterm worker. Experienced in Residential Framing & Form Work. In Vernon area. Call Cory 250-3065058 Now hiring part-time positions @ The Garden Ice Cream Parlor. Drop resumes off @ main office of Blue Stream Motel 4202 32nd St., Vernon, BC PART-TIME general labourer/site assistant needed for new home construction company. Must be flexible regarding work hours. Must be willing to work at a variety of tasks at various job sites located in Vernon. Vehicle is necessary. Solid experience in the construction industry is preferred. Carpentry skills an asset. Please send resumes by email only to info@evertonridge.ca PhoFusion: Assistant Cook & Kitchen Helper, 103 5100 Anderson Way apply with resume Server Temporary (3 months) P/T, morning shifts. Apply in person to Great Wall Restaurant, Armstrong.
EMPLOYEES wanted as residential support workers with three homes in Vernon. Requirements are a course, knowledge, and/or experience in dealing with a disadvantaged population with the emphasis on mental health, mentally handicapped, and aging with possible onset of alzhiemers. There are requirements of current CPR First Aid, a criminal record search, and a strict time frame to acquire a restricted class 4 drivers if not already held. This ad is to obtain casual employees to work on call 24/7 with shifts that are days, evenings, and nights however there are currently PPT positions available to be filled within the guide lines of BCGEU to persons with the required qualifications. Email your resume to lamton@western.ca or too spartan@western.ca.
Handymen: Repairs, Reno’s, Painting, Window Cleaning, pressure washing, dump runs and More!! 250-550-9099
FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687
GOOD quality horse hay, small bales (250)835-4748 or (250)833-9595
WESTERN RIDING Lessons, with EC Certified Western coach. All ages. Also remedial & rehab work. (250)766-1975. www.tranquillefarms.com
Vernon Animal Care Society featured
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Trades, Technical Transportation / Heavy Duty Mechanic required in Nakusp, BC. Must be Red Seal Certified, able to work on a variety of makes, models of trucks, trailers, components. A CVIP Certificate, welding skills an asset. Full time position with flexible hours. Group benefits. Competitive wages. Fax or email resumes to: 250-2653853 or whrepair@telus.net
Work Wanted *1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449 A1. Dump runs, yard clean up, weed whacking,hedge trim, painting.Paul 250-550-4256
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Psychics Colleen Tealeaf readings, spirit medium (250)308-4954
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Kitchen Cabinets Bring your Cabinets back to life with Remedy Cabinets. Renewing and Updating with savings for 22 years. Free estimates 250-309-9673
8X8X20 New Containers Household/ Commercial rentals. $110/mo. Your place or mine. Warren 250-545-8118 Vernon. Rent, Sale or Lease.
Affordable handyman services. Dump Runs, Lawn Care. Pressure Washing. Gutter cleaning, tree trimming,local moves.Kris 250-308-4100.
At U1ST - MOVING 2 men on a two ton truck. $70/hr. Call 250-859-8362.
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Single mom of 7 looking for her forever home. Shady is about one year old and has now been spayed. She was a wonderful Momma, now she is ready to be your BFF. Shady is available for adoption at Paws & Claws 250-503-0055
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BOOSHAY’S TRAINING ACADEMY Novice obedience classes, all age & breeds welcome. New class June 4th. Enroll now, class fills fast. (250)558-5322
Rubbish Removal *1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449
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Medical Supplies
New Shoprider Scooters 889’s $250.off, 888’s $175.off, & Power Chairs $200.off website prices. www.okmobility.ca Kamloops: 250-377-3705 Kelowna: 250-764-7757 Vernon: 250-542-3745 or call TF 1-888-542-3745
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Car Dolly - New Tires $750. Call 250-306-1741
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2009 Specialized Roubaix Great road bike! 54 cm Medium full carbon frame with 105 components. Low mileage, great condition. Never crashed. Black w/silver trim. Only $1500. Call 250-307-4478
BRIDGESTONE POTENZA TIRES 2 fronts - 225/40R18 OEM BMW run flat tires in excellent condition. Used only 5 months. Paid $950 new, will sell for $450. Call 250-3074478. Composted horse manure, no shavings $20. loaded for you. 250-546-6968. Crosman Mark II Target .177 cal co2 Rugur $125; Pump .177 cal pellet gun w/case $30.00 call 250-309-9925
20hp Evenrude, good running order $600; .22 Hornet Bolt Scope, full box of ammo $225; Snow blade for Suzuki ATV $175 250-308-6421 4 Wheel scooter; Bow Flex $150; W/D $100; Patio table/chairs $100; Hammond Organ $300; Jet oven $50; Oak tv trays $50; Deep freeze; Call 250-306-5694 A- STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’ 53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. SPECIAL Trades are welcome. 40’ Containers under $2500! Also JD 544 &644 wheel Loaders JD 892D LC excavator Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
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Independently owned and operated by the Raffan Family since 1963. Household, Estate, Warehouse Dispersals and Miscellaneous consignments.
ON-SITE FARM SALE Sat., May 3rd • 10:00am Joe Deli (Spallumcheen) (signs will be posted)
Watch for further details or check our website
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Owners & Auctioneers: Don & Peter Raffan
• Helps adjust pH in alkaline soil, ideal amendment for poor soil and improves soil structure. • Complete soil for flower beds, vegetable gardens, shrubs and lawn.
QUESTIONS?
mazerjan@hotmail.com Equipped to cut larger lawns power raking & aerating 250-550-5386
Hide-a-bed, fair cond. obo. 250-545-8527.
• Excellent waterholding capacity.
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• Rich in organic matter and nutrients, contains natural beneficial microbes.
EVERCARE LANDSCAPING
250-558-5342 • 250-550-9405
Topsoil screened by the Load or by the Yard. CALL FOR PRICING.
ORGANIC (OMRI LISTED) NO BIO-SOLIDS CHEMICAL FREE
• HEDGE & SHRUB, TRIM & SHAPE • FRUIT TREE PRUNING • TREE REMOVAL • WEEDS • MOW • PLANT • CLEAN-UP • DUMP HAUL
Call Penny & Bryon Home 250-558-5376 Please leave message
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250-542-6004
Book Now For Weekly H A RoTrkSs LAWN MAINTENANCE w Yard
FOR SALE - EMERALD & PYRAMID CEDARS. Also Golden Globes & Skyrockets.
LAWN MOWING Retired guy looking to keep busy. Reasonable rates for weekly or one time work. Call Warren
Blast Rock by the Load or by the Rock. CALL FOR PRICING.
6’ to 7’ - $20.00
Pruning • Mowing • Shrub & Hedge Shaping Call or text Jake 250-550-5849
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SPRING CLEANUPS, YARD HAUL AWAY, POWER RAKING, CORE AERATION, MOWING, PRUNING AND SHAPING, TREE REMOVAL, RETAINING WALLS & LANDSCAPING.
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Call in your ad 250.550.7900 or email classifieds@vernonmorningstar.com
Garage Sale booking deadline is 4 pm Wednesday. Call 250-550-7900 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? JD 345 20hp ride on 44� cut $1650.obo; Craftsman ride on lawnmower $700.obo; UsedPallet Rack 10 frames 42� x 12’ high $72.ea. 42 beams 4’x8’ @ $24. ea; 22 beams 6� x 12’ @ $53.ea. 250-558-0618 Moving Sale! Cars, fishing boat, RV stuff, gardening tools For more info 250-260-0588 Moving to Mexico! Everything must go! Household furniture and numerous smaller items. Call for more info 250-3070619 Top Dollar Paid $155./complete scrap vehicle. Delivered to our yard (cash). Pick up available. Commercial & Farm equipment. Top price paid for scrap. (250)503-7003 WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240
Misc. Wanted Collectors Currently Buying: Coin Collections, Antiques, Native Art, Old Silver, Paintings, Jewellery etc. We Deal with Estates 250-863-3082 PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670 Wanted 14� Funfinder Travel Trailer or similar size unit. In good cond. call 250-548-3484
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Merchandise for Sale
Rentals
Misc. Wanted
Apt/Condo for Rent
Wanted: Kash for copper/ brass- radiators, wire, plumbing. Also clean up yards/metal haul away. 250-546-3556
Sporting Goods RUGER 10-22’s & Remington 597’s on sale. Glock 17, 20, 21, 22, CZ 527 & 452 & 550, Ruger American’s, all in stock at Weber & Markin Gunsmiths, The Best Little Gunshop Around 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tues-Sat. 10-6 facebook.com/ WeberMarkin
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FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES SUNDAY BREAKFAST & FLEA MARKET 5101 - 25TH Ave. EVERY SUNDAY 8 am - 12 pm CALL 250-542-3003 Armstrong: 2300 Keevil Rd, Sat, May 3, 8-1. Gazebo, tools, nintendo 64, household.. Armstrong 2422 Hayden Dr, Fri & Sat, May 2 & 3, 8-3 Last weekend for sale, new stuff!! Armstrong 3945 Highland Park Dr, Sat, May 3, 8-2 Portable d/w, computer stand Armstrong: 4382 Hullcar Rd, Sat, May 3, 9-1. Spring Downsizing! Tools, household, art.... BellaVista-7149-Lakeridge Dr, Sat, 9-1pm. Furniture/antique sale! BOOKING DEADLINE FOR A GARAGE SALE AD IS 4:00 P.M. WEDNESDAY WE DO REQUIRE PREPAYMENT FOR ALL GARAGE SALE ADS. 250-550-7900 Coldstream: 554-Mt.Ida Dr, 8am-1pm,Sat, May 3rd. Furniture, household, childs stuff. Coldstream: 8019 Whitestone Dr, Sat, May 3, 8-3. Lots of tools, antiques, gold genie, etc Coldstream: 8853 Braebern Dr. Middleton. Sat/Sun, May 3/4, 9-2. No Early Birds! Coldstream Mt Tanner Pl Garage sales! Sat, May 3, 8-2 Multi Family huge garage sale! Enderby 51 Potrie Rd (25k on Mabel Lake Rd) Fri/Sat/Sun, May 2/3/4, 9-3 Rain or shine
COLDSTREAM: Neighbourhood garage sale. Inverness Drive. Saturday May 3rd. 8am-12:00 noon. Lots of household items, C.D’s, garden tools, childrens toys, books, boys/youth name brand T-shirts,(Quick Silver, Volcom, etc) jeans, name brand ski suits, and lots,lots more!
Community Garage Sale! Vernon: Skyway Village, 4740 20 St. Fri & Sat, May 2 & 3, 8-2
Several Units & Clubhouse Various Household Articles, Tools, Bathroom fixtures, etc Follow the Balloons!!! GARAGE Sale. May 3 from 9 -4. No early birds please. 2059 Hunter Crescent, Armstrong.
HUGE MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE
VERNON: 8000 Highland Rd- (Swan Lake Recreation Resort) below Swan Lake Nursery Land.
Sat, May 3, 9am-12:00 Lots of Good Stuff Weather permitting
Multi-Family Sale! East Hill - Vernon 3930 20th Street (Parkview Place) Saturday & Sunday May 3rd & 4th, 8 am -4 pm Oyama 15561 Old Mission Rd Sat, May 3 & Fri & Sat May 9 & 10, 9-4, Moving Sale!! Dining room set $900 250-5483342
GARAGE SALE
Treasures Sale, Sat/Sun, May 3/4, 10-4. 1350 Stepney Cross Rd, Armstrong.
TRINKET LADY GARAGE SALE 1001 Mt. Atkinson Pl. on Middleton Way Fri, May 2, 12-5 Sat, May 3, 9-3 Vernon 1909 44th St, Sat, May 3, 8-4 Misc household, ladies clothing, outdoor items Vernon 2367 15th Street, Sat, May 3, 8-12 Furniture, outside toys, clothing & misc.... Vernon: 2825 Richfield Dr(off Heritage Dr) Sat, May 3, 8:30-2:30.Collectables, household, linens,tools,bedding. Vernon 3005-11th St (East Hill), Sat, May 3, 8-1pm Water skis, tablesaw, luggage, misc. household, new & used items. Watkins products. Vernon: 3301 9th St, Sat, May 3, 8-4, Camping Supplies,Misc appliances, household items... Vernon 3-4610 20th St, Saturday, May 3, 8-1. Multi Family Sale!! Rain or shine! Vernon: 3504 19th St. Sat May 3, 8-2 . Guy stuff & house hold items.
VERNON 3900-27th Ave.
Spruce Landing Complex Multi Family Garage Sale Sat & Sun May 3 & 4 8am - 1pm
Lots of Great Items!!! Vernon 4205 26th Ave, Sat 9-12, Furniture, vehicles, Twin mattress, crystal, pre moving sale! The
Vernon 4109 27 Ave, Sat, May 3, 9-2 Multi Family! Baby items,tools, electronics, scrapbooking, furniture, household & air cond. NO EARLY BIRDS!!! Vernon: 4407-25 Street, May 2,3,4, 9am-4pm. Large carport sale! Lots of stuff for everyone. Rain or shine. Vernon:4506-23 St, May 2,3. 8-1pm. Lots of great stuff! Vernon: 4740 20th St,In Clubhouse: Elvis Golden Records, buttons, cards, stamps,Tuxedo Vernon: 5616 Willow Dr, Sat, May 3, 8-3, Multi-Family! Golf clubs, costumes, toys, crafts.... Vernon:6594-Herry Rd, Sat, May 3, 8am-2pm. Threaders, tools, kitchen,bikes, lots more. Vernon 713 Cavalier Ct, Sat, May 3 ,8-3. Housewares, bedding, 1988 Camry, books Vernon 7272 L & A Rd, Sat, May 3, 7-2 Down sizing! Household, garden, shop tools, classic cars/parts Vernon: #81 12560 Westside Rd, Sat, May 3, 8-2, Two houses moving into One. VERNON: #82 3900 27th Ave, Sat, 8am-3 Attention Artists! Frames, Artist Books, & Misc. Vernon:(East Hill)4208-Wellington Dr, May 3rd,8:30 noon, Vernon:“Multi-Family Neighbourhood Garage and Moving Sale. Upper Allenby Way/ Bella Vista area.Sat. May 3 & Sunday, May 4th.8 AM – 2 PM.Lots of great ‘Stuff’ Watch for signs.
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250-542-1701 GREEN VALLEY ESTATES Armstrong
Seniors 55+ 1 & 2 bedroom Apartments Walk to downtown Covered parking From $765 per month Call Troy at 250.546-3933 or cell 250.833-9158
Thor Chinchilla REALTOR® PROPERTY MANAGER
250-309-1742 Bachelor suite, shared washrooms, some furnished with TV. $500 including utilities & cable TV. vernonhomes.ca/forrent
1bdrm suite in quiet D/T location, 40+ H/W cable incl. a/c, coin laundry, elevator, no/pets, $675+DD. 250-549-4220
250-503-1257
A New Tradition of Quality Living
1bdrm, level entry, quiet convenient location near Schubert Center & bus rte. incl. h/w, cable, parking F/S. NS, 50+, $630 Call 250-309-3763 1LARGE 2bdrm apt. $750 /mo.+hydro, prefer NO PETS (will consider small pet) Avail Now. 250-869-9788. 2BDRM, 1bath, condo, Middleton, $800/mo. Avail Immed. 250-275-3223. 2bdrm apartment in six plex near hospital. f/s incld, n/p, util extra $600/mo 250-308-8500 Updated central 2 bdrm condo, top floor, view, $875/mo. RR. 604-727-1518
Commercial/ Industrial NEAR HOME BUILDING CENTRE Overhead door - 9’x9’, 1528 ft. $1100 month gross Call Ray @ 250-549-0198
5000sqft bldg. & fenced outdoor storage in Kelowna at a great deal! Call 250-878-6455 Doctors office, 3 to 4 offices, very bright, basement storage, parking. $1250./mo. 3403 28th Ave. (250)308-1917 For lease 960 sq.ft., shop space for rent/lease, 14’ high overhead door, 3 phase power, gas, seperate meters, Spall Industrial Park. Call Jack 250549-0141 for info.
Duplex / 4 Plex 1bdrm bsmnt, separate entry, small pet, n/parties, $550/mo util. incld, no laundry 250-5451429 2 bdrm duplex, 1 bath. $900/mo + utils. Avail immed. Small storage. (250)545-1340
Apt/Condo for Rent
Townhouses
Family Oriented Complex Units have been freshly painted, new flooring and carpets. Three bedroom, 1.5 baths, full basement, near hospital and downtown area.
Serious inquires call …
250-549-4467
Fundraiser for the Salvation Army
Lots of household items, CD’s, garden tools, children’s toys, books, boys/youth name brand (Quick Silver, Volcom, etc.) T-shirts, name brand jeans, ski-suits like new & much more!
On-site Resident Manager Nice, quiet building. 4900 Okanagan Avenue
Renovated condos with private courtyard — enjoy air conditioning and large deck, located in a convenient location right in the heart of Vernon. Affordable family living. In-house manager. Ask about rental incentives. 2 bdrm … $825 per month 3 bdrm … $925 per month To view, please call:
Very close to bus routes and short walk to “Wholesale Club”.
2829 34th Street, Vernon
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F/S, W/D, DW, AC, heat, hydro and hot water included. Designated parking. NO smoking, NO pets.
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Commercial/ Industrial
OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE 1000 sq. ft. to 4200 sq. ft. of premium office space in a modern building. Excellent quality leaseholds including: Boardroom, finished perimeter offices with ample natural lighting, open layout for cubicles (which can be finished into interior offices). Wide hallways, tile floors, glass doors, large common area washrooms. Centrally located in business / shopping district, public transportation nearby. Parking: Onsite stalls plus 150 stalls on adjacent lot.
Call (250) 862 7785 or email: devco@shaw.ca
Rentals Duplex / 4 Plex 3bdrm, + full basement, carport, np, $1025 +util, DD, ref’s 250-542-9591 3bdrm+garage, Harwood area Prefer N/P, small pet ok. $1275 + 60% utils or $1390. all inclusive. Avail Now. 250869-9788.
Homes for Rent 3BDRM, full basement, No smoking, quaint, spacious, bright, private, large yard, $1000./mo 250-558-6837. 5bdrm, 2bath, S.Vernon, quiet cul-de-sac, n/s, no pets, f/s w/d $1100+util 250-307-3586. Silver Star Executive Gorgeous 4bdrm, 3.5bath home, tastefully furnished & fully equipped, avail. now to Nov. 30, NS, NP, $1400/mo. +util. (250)309-3934
Rooms for Rent Seeking professional/retired tenant, private room & bath incl util & cable, fully furnished, $650. Avail Immediately. Short term rental 2 to 6 months. Call 250-351-4511 leave message.
Seasonal Acommodation Silver Star house - suite, sleeps 6; No smoking/pets. www.silverstarskichalet.com 250-718-1240
Shared Accommodation 1bdrm, D.T. $475 incl.util. furniture, cable. N/P, N/S. 250-549-0644
Storage
DOWNTOWN STORAGE WANTED Single or Double garage for Personal things, tools - household. Prefer 32 Ave to North end. Approx. $100/month
Call 250-308-6025
Suites, Lower 1bdrm furnished (or not) bsmn’t suite, jacuzzi tub, f/p, wireless internet & cable, n/s, no parties, no drugs, pets negotiable, mature adults only, $800./mo Please email trishperreault@gmail.com call 1-780-740-5656 2-bdrm, $850/mo incl util, own laundry, storage, sep/entry, f/s, w/d, parking, fenced yard, n/s, n/p, close to downtown. 250-558-3664 2bdrm walk-out, Middleton Mtn $1200 util incl., n/s, no parties, n/p. May 1st. 250-275-3188. Bachelor, n/s, n/p, no laundry, suits single person. $600.incl utilities. 250-549-0738 Coldstream acreage, bright 2 lrg Bdrm, ns, walkout, covered patio $800w/util 250-545-0234 EastHill new 2 bdrm walk-out suite, stainless appliances, full size laundry, n/s, n/p, $1000. util incl. (250)309-7695
Want to Rent Quiet retired lady needs a home. 2bdrm preferably,n/s. 250-545-0422. Wanted to rent by end of June, 1 or 2 bdrm cottage/mobile for financially secure healthy senior. Must have fenced yard for small dog. Garage would be great, carport ok. May buy in Vernon, but would like to rent for 10-12moths while deciding. Email firethorn@shaw.ca or 778-476-2992
Real Estate Acreage for Sale
COLDSTREAM SMALL ACREAGE $187,500 MLS
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Call or email for information. Bjorn Edblad 250.308.7134 bjorn@vernon4sale.com Royal LePage Downtown Realty
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6.27 Ac. near Edgewood, full RV hookup, $94,900, cash offers, e mail for pics: selkirk8@telus.net 250-269-7328 TEXAS USA BEST BUY. Own a 20 acre ranchette in sunny Texas. Now only $395 per acre, $99 per month. Financing and brochure available. Call 1-800-875-6568.
For Sale By Owner Beautiful 3bdrm condo overlooking OK Lake, 1623sqft 7922 Ok Landing Rd #103, Asking $351,900. 250-5455546 or 250-550-4669
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Trucks & Vans
2005 Cougar fifth wheel 26’. Light weight, Winter polar pkg, slide out, bike rack, solar panal, pwr front jacks, tv/stereo & lots more! $16,500. Call 250-308-6499
2014 Jeep Wrangler Sahara rims & tires $1400.obo original 18� Jeep Logo Aluminum rims, Bridgestone Dueler A/T P255/70R 18 tires. Practically new. (250)545-9211 RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINES 2 Year, 60,000 km, Warranty. 250-542-2685. WRECKING GM FWD CARS, motors from $250; trannies from $200; doors from $50. All parts on shelf. Since 1994. Armstrong. 250-546-9055.
Car Dolly - New Tires $750. Call 250-306-1741
Immaculate 1997 Ford 150xlt
HOOK ON AND GO CAMPING!!-2005 Keystone Sport Hornet 5th wheel/hitch.Many features.Extra’include TV,dishes,bedding camping gear,BBQ,anything you need for camping!! Call now.Excellent condition! $12,800.00.CALL-250-549-2885 OR email-themcs@telus.net
Extra cab, short box, 2wd, automatic, 4 speed, 5.4 litre, V8, brake controller, tow package, keyless entry, power windows, doors & mirrors, 181,539 km Excellent condition Inside & Out
Thinking About Selling Your RV, Car or Truck? Tesko Auto Sales Park & Sell Program. 250-938-1258 www.teskovernon.com
Auto Financing
Owner financing 4bdrm, 2.5 bath home on acreage, near Enderby. In-law suite, fruit trees/berries etc, pasture/barn, will take mobile, rv or property in trade. $399,000 Call 250309-1506
$4,250 250-718-4969 (Kelowna)
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Houses For Sale LARGE COLDSTREAM RANCHER on small acreage with creek
$592,000 MLS
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Homes Wanted Medium to large home with land desired, owners may stay in home for 5-7 years, until I retire. In Vernon only. 250500-3193
Adult Escorts
1980 Dodge Aspen, 2 door, slant 6 engine,easy antique restoration, ex mechanical cond. Still being driven. 250550-7446. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire, 4 door, 176k, very clean, good cond., asking $2,000 open to offers 250-542-2072 or 250-3095068
Open Houses
Jessica blonde BBW, 42DD beauty. In/out independent 250-540-8064.
Sport Utility Vehicle 1988 Jeep Cherokee Pioneer, offers. 250-503-1034.
MALE 4 Male Erotic Massage $95., Winfield, 9-9 Daily 250-766-2048
Recreational/Sale
Recreational/Sale
Time to UPGRADE!
Cars - Sports & Imports
Open Houses
Gentleman’s Leisure, Vernon. Beautiful Attendants. Short notice apt, discrete, in/out 250-307-8174
#1Summit Auto Recycling, fair value for your unwanted vehicles 250-307-8869
Cars - Domestic
ClassiďŹ eds Get Results!
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4HP Evinrude out board motor like new $1000. (250)5454315 or 250-558-9413.
*1AA SCRAP REMOVAL. WE WILL BEAT ALL COMPETITORS PRICING, 250-801-4199
2001 PORSCHE Boxster S, $17,000 - Custom painted matt gun metal grey, plastidipped wheels, custom painted rims, tinted headlights, fogged out tail lights, new roof, new battery, this Porsche Boxster S turns heads and looks brand new. It’s got plenty of power under the hood to back up its look. 140,000 Km. Contact Isaac for more info: isaac@strawhouselabs.com (250) 801-3761
Call or email for information Bjorn Edblad 250.308.7134
19� Mirage Bow Rider, 4.3 Merc Cruiser, V6, black & white, good cond., $8,400 obo 250-558-0618
Scrap Car Removal
Recreational
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL INVESTMENT with up to 15% equity return
Recreational/Rent
#11AAA Automotive recycling will meet or beat all competitors cash offers for your scrap vehicles. (250)808-1894
Best pad in park with 3 bdrm double wide, custom cabinets. Interior drywalled. $85,000. 250-542-8406.
Revenue Property
1989 24’ Larson cabin cruiser & trailer. $9,000. obo. 250545-4315 or 250-308-9413.
2000 27.5� Custom Coach 5th wheel, 1 owner, $5,800 obo clean, call 250-558-0618
Mobile Homes & Parks
From custom building to major repairs, insurance claims, renovations & parts. Free estimates, reasonable rates and seniors’ discounts available. For all your RV Needs, call 250-493-7445 Penticton
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OPEN HOUSE WEEK-END DRIVE
ARMSTRONG 13, 2395 Pleasant Valley Rd Sunday, 1:00 - 2:30 $244,000
COLDSTREAM 11802 Tassie Dr Sunday, 1:00 - 3:00 $519,900
EAST HILL 705 Cavalier Crt Sunday, 12:00 - 2:00 $449,900
HARWOOD 3, 4402 - 25 St Sunday, 1:00 - 2:00 $314,900
MIDDLETON MOUNTAIN 560 Mt Thor Sunday, 1:00 - 3:00 $579,000
3417 Lockhart Cres Sunday, 1:00 - 3:00 $359,000
EAST HILL 2005 - 28 Cres Sunday, 1:00 - 3:00 $374,900
ENDERBY 8, 501 Kildonan Ave Sunday, 1:00 - 3:00 $154,800
LAVINGTON 5791 Learmouth Rd Sunday, 1:00 - 3:00 $429,000
OKANAGAN LANDING 7373 Brooks Lane Sunday, 1:00 - 3:00 starting at $549,900
BELLA VISTA 1104, 4900 Bella Vista Dr Sat & Sun, 1:00 - 3:00 from $289,900 424 Silversage Pl Sunday, 12:00 - 1:30 $519,000 COLDSTREAM 8128 Stoneridge Dr ED ELL- 2:30 Sunday, 1:00 C N CA $729,000
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48, 1220 - 25 Ave Sunday, 1:00 - 3:00 $324,000
404 Baird Ave Sunday, 12:00 - 2:00 $268,800
1098 - 11 Ave Sunday, 12:00 - 2:00 $364,900
FOOTHILLS 437 Fortress Cres Sunday, 2:00 - 4:00 $669,000
2100 - 25 Ave Sunday, 1:30 - 3:00 $365,000
HARWOOD 31, 4701 Pleasant Valley Rd Sunday, 1:30 - 4:00 $49,900
MIDDLETON MOUNTAIN 523 Middleton Close Sunday, 1:00 - 3:00 $549,000
SWAN LAKE WEST 7148 Old Kamloops Rd Sunday, 12:30 - 2:00 $362,000
1043 Mt Ida Dr Sunday, 12:00 - 2:00 $469,000
7825 Old Kamloops Rd Sunday, 2:30 - 4:00 $789,000
593 Middleton Way Sunday, 1:00 - 2:30 $565,900
WESTMOUNT 101, 3020 Allenby Way Sunday, 12:30 - 2:00 $169,900
Open Houses
WESTMOUNT 103, 3020 Allenby Way Sunday, 2:00 - 3:15 $214,500
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