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There was a collective sigh of relief from National Research Council staff Wednesday morning as a crane delicately lowered the large radio telescope reflector onto its tower.

The $300,000, Canadian-designed and built carbon fibre dish gained international attention for all the wrong reasons last October when it was damaged in transit by helicopter from Okanagan Falls to the Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory (DRAO) grounds near White Lake.

“We’re pretty excited about this, especially after the last time we were out here,” said SKA (Square Kilometre Array) dish verification manager Gary Hovey, as the final bolts were tightened, locking the 195-squaremetre device into place.

“This is a really important event for us and for Canada. This is the first SKA prototype dish using the advanced technology we have. It puts us on the world stage, we’re back on track.

“Everything went really smoothly and we couldn’t be happier.”

Canada is one of the countries developing a dish to be used in three planned SKA projects in South Africa and Austra-

A CRANE, above, carefully moves the 8.7 tonne carbon fibre radio telescope reflector dish from the ground to a supporting tower Wednesday. The dish is a Canadian-designed prototype which may eventually be used to help make the world’s most powerful telescope. Top right, project manager Gary Hovey of the National Research Council watches as crews prepare to move the dish to the tower.

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lia. At each site, 250 of the dishes will be combined to work as one giant radio telescope allowing scientists to go electronically where they have never gone before.Each fully assembled dish is expected to cost about$900,000.

On this version, Canada has been working in conjunction with the American scientific community, which contributed mainly

to the tower section. The dish mounted Wednesday was the same one damaged in the October incident, more good news for scientists.

“We were able to repair the dish and the surface accuracy which is one the key things that we’re after here and it’s just amazingly good,” said Hovey. “It’s within .9 mm of ideal so this is only

about half a millimetre or so off, about the thickness of two or three sheets of paper.

“It proves our concept is very robust.”

Low production costs and high performance is the ultimate goal of those designing dishes. Someone else with a very vested interest in Wednesday success was Peter Dewdney.

“It is really quite exciting to see this, to see the dish and tower put into one piece. It’s been a long time coming. It’s an innovative design, it’s not like any that’s ever been done before,” said the scientist who has worked on the SKA concept since 1995.

“When this project is complete it will allow us to do early universe studies and one of the big areas

of emphasis is surveying the Milky Way. Curiosity is what drives scientists, it’s like the early days of the explorers, they didn’t know what they would find and that’s why they were exploring. This is the same thing, only on a larger scale. It’s exploring the universe and where we came from.”

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lift of the 8.7 tonne disk fell to Armstrong Crane and Rigging Inc. Company operations manager Greg Nachtegaele was on the ground directing the efforts of his brother Cameron who was at the controls in the crane’s cab.

“Yes, I guess there was a bit of extra stress with this but we were confident we could do the job,” he said, referring to the fact there would be some very anxious onlookers hoping this time would be a smoother ride than the one last year. “This is a first for us, a satellite dish and it was a big and bulky item so it took a lot of planning and everything went just right.”

Although the use of the 3D Computer Lift computer program was invaluable, there were a number of variables such as wind conditions of soil compactness. The next step for DRAO scientists will be to add the remaining components to the dish, checking measurements and hopefully be able to put it into use this fall.

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GiGi Huscroft of the cupcake Lady cafe with the storefront portion of her cake creation celebrating the start of Main street Matters which takes place saturday. the cake, she and husband Derek, worked on for over 40 hours, will be big enough to feed over 500 celebrants at saturday’s party which begins at 10:30 a.m.

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New paint on Main Street takes the cake Steve Kidd

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Recent weeks of wet weather put plans for a makeover of two blocks on Penticton’s Main Street on hold, but the project is back on, along with a celebratory party Saturday.

“It was supposed to start April 21 and the rain pushed it back until April 28, that is when they actually started,” said Kerri Milton, executive director of the downtown Penticton Association, adding that power washing buildings in the 300 and 400 blocks of Main Street is underway, with painting getting started on Thursday.

It’s all a result of the community casting enough votes in an online contest last spring to get Penticton into the top 20 communities of Benjamin Moore’s Main Street Matters contest, and winning paint and services to refresh two blocks Main Street.

“The residents and businesses of Penticton got behind the project with such enthusiasm it

is an honour we were selected as one of three Canadian cities,” said Milton.

The party gets underway at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, with speeches and then the official cutting of an immense cake commissioned from Penticton’s own Cupcake Lady Café.

“It is supposed to be a big party to celebrate our Main Street,” said Milton. “There will be activities all like an old-style photo booth, face painting, a bouncy castle and music from DJ Shakes through to 1 p.m. in the street. “They just want a big party atmosphere.”

When Gigi Huscroft, aka “The Cup Cake Lady,” was approached by a Benjamin Moore representative about constructing an edible storefront re-creation cake capable of feeding upwards of 500 people, she didn’t hesitate to take on the challenge.

“Although I’d never done a cake that size — it was huge — it was just a matter of planning and I didn’t want to go to Kelowna and so I said yes,” said Huscroft, who owns the Front

Street Cup Cake Cafe which the company rep just happen to stumble across during an earlier visit here. “Yes there were times I was worried we couldn’t do it, just the engineering necessary, we had to make sure it would stand up straight and not wobble over and transport it as well, it’s mind boggling.”

The cake will be part of the Saturday’s celebrations and simply because of its sheer magnitude will have to be reassembled and the final icing on the cake done on site. Gigi also credited the decorating talents of her husband Derek (which he did not want people to know about) with the success of the end result.

“I’m just so proud of this, especially for Penticton,” said Gigi. “It was a super delight to do this.”

Representatives from the company said they were working closely with the Downtown Penticton Association and the owners of the local Benjamin Moore franchise, Tracy and John Kelly to determine which blocks would get the

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makeover, and what the colour palette would be. Sharon Grech will be on hand tomorrow to represent Benjamin Moore at the party.

“She is actually the one that put together the colour palette for the city,” said Milton.

Planning that, she said, started with the city’s “Vibrant Penticton” vision statement to select the 13 colours being used for the project.

“I really wanted colours that were bright and made the whole block stand out, so they used that as the jump off point,” said Milton. “It ended up there are some blues, some greens, some golds, and one they call flint, which is kind of a dark grey that has colour speckles in it.”

Reflecting the commitment made by Benjamin Moore to work with local contractors on the project, the painting work is being done by Sylvain Levasseur and his team at Levasseur Painting and Design.

The painting project is expected to be finished by the end of June.

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Another Tim Hortons is on the way for Penticton, bringing the city back up to four of the popular coffee shops.

Council will be holding a public hearing on May 20 on a proposal to build a Tim Hortons, with a drivethrough and indoor and outdoor seating on a currently empty lot at the corner of Main Street and Warren Avenue.

The lot has been vacant since June 2009, when a fire gutted Lee’s Fusion Grill, which had recently reopened after completing extensive renovations.

“It has been derelict for quite a long time and it will be nice to see something positive and physically attrac-

tive on it,” said Mayor Garry Litke.

Along with the Tim’s, the proposal from Windridge Properties Ltd. includes a Federated Co-op convenience store and gas bar.

They are asking for council to rezone the property to C-8, to accommodate their concept.

Though the lot’s current zoning allows for higher density use, the developers contend there has been a longterm lack of interest or demand for those uses.

“This has been evidenced by several years of a somewhat blighted appearance the site has been left in,” read’s their request to council. “Windridge has sourced two major brand occupants for this location who will bring new vitality to this comer.”

A place to stay forever PUBLIC NOTICE SKAHA LAKE BOAT TRAILER PARKING Fees to park your vehicle with attached boat trailers are in effect as of May 1 for the Skaha Lake on-site lot and on-street parking South Main Street.

Half-day permits are $5 for up to 5 hours of parking, and full-day permits are $10 for 5 or more hours. These can be purchased at the ticket machine at Skaha Lake. If you launch your boat and then bring it elsewhere (friend’s house, etc) that allows trailer parking, there is no fee.

Annual Residents Permits are $70 and can be purchased at City Hall. This permit does not guarantee space, but you are able to park your vehicle and trailer in the on-site parking lot or permitted on-street parking. People are asked to provide proof of residency (photo ID, etc.) and permits must be hung from the rearview mirror so they are visible to enforcement staff. For more information or maps or the area, visit www.penticton.ca/ parking or call 250-490-2465.

FLUSHING OF WATER MAINS The Works Division will commence its annual unidirectional water main flushing program within the Municipal area commencing May 12 - June 30, 2014. Advantages of adopting a unidirectional water main flushing program will result in significant system improvements and cost savings such as: • increased water velocity, which promotes better pipeline scouring • improved mineral and biological deposit removal • taste and odour control • reduction of turbidity • elimination of waterline re-fouling • reduced frequency of mainline flushing • reduced water usage

• opportunity for infrastructure preventative maintenance (valve and hydrant exercising) • cost savings over traditional flushing.

This may result in the water supply showing sediment and discoloration in various areas.

This sediment is bacterially harmless, however, may cause some discoloration to laundry if not detected. To avoid any inconvenience check water color prior to using.

If you do experience dirty water, simply run a cold water tap until water clears up. We thank you for your cooperation and apologize for any inconvenience you experience. For more information contact the City Yards at 250490-2500.

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS 2014-PQ-01 The City invites submissions from experienced Electrical Contractors to be included on a pre-qualified contractor list for electrical service requirements. For more information please visit the City of Penticton website: www.penticton.ca/purchasing.

PENTICTON RECYCLING EASY UNDER NEW B.C. GUIDELINES As of May 19, new provincial guidelines on recycling come into effect. Good news: How residents recycle their materials is not changing. Blue bags, blue bins and blue carts are all acceptable methods to putting out recycling materials for weekly collection at the curbside. Multi-family residents will continue to use their existing system.

What’s changing: there are new items that you can recycle in your curbside or multifamily collection: • Gable top cartons – milk, egg substitutes, cream, etc.

• Boxes or cartons, known as Tetra Pak or aseptic packaging – soup, broth, milk

type beverages, etc.

• Aerosol cans and caps – cans must be empty - paint cans are not accepted.

• Spiral-wound paper cans and lids – frozen juice, potato chips, etc.

• Paper or plastic cups with lids for hot and cold drinks.

• Plastic garden pots and trays.

Recyclables you should take to the recycle depot include Polystyrene foam packaging (new this year), plastic bags and overwrap, and non-deposit glass bottles and jars. For full lists of what you can recycle, visit www. penticton.ca/recycling. The City Garbage and Recycling Calendar delivered to your home in June will also have a full breakdown.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT BYLAW 2014-22 - A Public Hearing will be held at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at Penticton City Hall, 171 Main Street, Penticton, B.C. to consider Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 2014-22 to amend Official Community Plan 2002-20 as follows: Part 6 Development Permit Areas and Guidelines: 1) Replace 6.6 Downtown Commercial Development Permit Area Exemptions 6. with: “Buildings additions less than 500 square metres and less than 40% of existing floor area where the building plans substantially conform to the design guidelines and the vision of the Downtown Plan.” and 2) Replace 6.7 Downtown Enterprise Zone Development Permit Area – Exemptions 6. with: “Buildings additions less than 500 square metres and less than 40% of existing floor area where the building plans substantially conform to the design guidelines and the vision of the Downtown Plan.”

ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW 201424 [2007 Main Street] - A Public Hearing

will be held at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 20, 2014 at Penticton City Hall, 171 Main Street, Penticton, B.C. to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw 2014-24 to amend Zoning Bylaw 2011-23 as follows: Rezone Lot A, District Lot 115, Similkameen Division Yale District, Plan EPP19276 located at 2007 Main Street, Penticton, BC from C6 (Mixed Use Commercial) to C8 (Vehicle Service Station).

The applicant proposes to develop a gas station and convenience store under the Co-op franchise and an associated drivethru coffee shop under the Tim Horton’s franchise.

Any person whose interest may be affected by the proposed amendments may appear in person, by petition or by attorney.

Delegations and Submissions will be received no later than 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 to Attention: Corporate Officer, City of Penticton, 171 Main Street, Penticton, B.C. V2A 5A9; Email: publichearings@penticton. ca. No letter, report or representation from the public will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Please note that all submissions are a matter of public record. Those persons with special hearing, language or access needs should contact City Hall at 250-490-2400 prior to the meeting.

The above mentioned bylaw and supporting information will be available for public inspection up to and including Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at the following locations during hours of operation: Development Services and Corporate Administration (City Hall,171 Main Street), Penticton Public Library (785 Main Street) and the Penticton Community Centre (325 Power Street); or online at http://www.penticton.ca/EN/meta/citynews/latest-news.html.

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FortisBC upgrade coming at cost to city Steve Kidd

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Penticton city council has approved a deal with FortisBC to upgrade the Westminster substation, but not before some councillors expressed their concern it still includes an additional $550,000 fee on top of construction costs.

Fortis called it a commercial compensation fee when they informed the city, in January, they were adding it to the nearly $5 million price tag of the upgrade, settled on after two years of negotiations and preliminary planning for the project.

Dennis Swanson, director of regulatory affairs with FortisBC, explained the markup shows that the company is not trying to undercut local contractors and is exercising its primary responsibility to focus on projects of benefit to its own customers.

Originally, the fee was set at $750,000, but Mitch Moro-

ziuk, director of operations for Penticton, said they were able to negotiate a lower fee.

The eleventh hour addition of a commercial fee didn’t sit well with councillors when they were informed of it in January, and several expressed their continuing discomfort.

“I don’t think this is right. $750,000 was too much and so is $550,000,” said Coun.

Helena Konanz, who was the only councillor to vote against going ahead with the deal, adding that it wouldn’t be the last time Fortis would ask for such a fee. “I think we are putting ourselves in a precarious position by doing this.”

Konanz felt it would be better to wait another year or so and work on the city’s relationship with Fortis, arguing that chances of a catastrophic power outage, which the upgrade is intended to prevent, are slim.

A 2011 electrical distribution system plan identified required upgrades to the city’s electric utility, including instal-

lation of a 12 kilovolt transformer at the FortisBC Westminster Substation. The project would increase system security by allowing more flexibility to transfer electrical loads between substations in the event of an emergency.

Moroziuk said they took the increased risk to the electrical utility’s customers that would be caused by a delay in moving forward with this project, as well as the likelihood of success arguing the fee before the B.C. Utilities commission or in the courts, before recommending the city go ahead with the deal.

Coun. Andrew Jakubeit admitted to having “a bitter taste” in his mouth regarding the Fortis fee, but said the city needed to move ahead, as did Coun.

Wes Hopkin.

“This is a somewhat unfortunate resolution to this issue in my opinion. I still maintain it is somewhat of an unjust levy they are putting on us,” said Hopkin. But though he said the

city was being taken advantage of, council needed to move forward and do what is best for the electric utility.

The agreement outlines the terms around the purchase of a $4,967,000 transformer — possibly ranging from 10 per cent less to 30 per cent more — plus the $550,000 commercial fee, which is not due until 2015.

The city has been planning for the financial investment for several years, and the funds will come from the city’s electrical reserve account.

Colin Fisher, the city’s chief financial officer, said the project would put a significant drain on the reserves, but there will still be a positive balance in the account, which is expected to recover quickly in the course of the city’s five- year plan.

Moroziuk said work will start on this project with the ordering of the transformer, which should occur in the next few days. It is expected to be complete by Aug. 31, 2015.

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Penticton is on its way to becoming a free city. A free wi-fi city, that is.

Tuesday, the city announced it had completed an agreement with Shaw Communications to provide wireless Internet service throughout the downtown core of Penticton and selected areas around the city.

The deal provides free Internet access, according to Colleen Pennington, the city’s economic development officer, in key spaces, and will allow not only Shaw customers to access the service, but guest users as well.

“This is a great opportunity for the city of Penticton,” said Pennington, explaining that the concept came out of the downtown planning process, where the need to have better Internet infrastructure in pub-

lic spaces was identified among the top priorities of residents and businesses for creating economic activity.

The installation and operation of the public wi-fi service comes at no cost to the city. Pennington describes the contract as exchanging value for value; the city gains a network, while allowing Shaw access to city facilities at no cost to install the necessary infrastructure.

The service area ranges from the Penticton Library down to Gyro Park, as well as other facilities around the city, like the community centre, the art gallery and Leir House. Other areas included are the Okanagan Lake waterfront, Skaha Lake park and Rotary Centennial Pavilion.

Besides allowing residents to cut back on their cellular plan usage, Pennington said the free Internet access will have other benefits at events and as a tourism draw.

“It will allow events like the downtown

Community and Farmers Market to have access to the Internet for more payment and information options,” she said.

“We are excited to bring Shaw Go WiFi service to Penticton in some of the city’s most popular facilities,” said Ron McKenzie, vice president of operations for Shaw.

“Extending Canada’s largest wi-fi network to Penticton will offer Shaw customers even greater connectivity and access.”

When the initial five-year agreement is up, Pennington said the city will evaluate the success of the projects based on meeting the expectations of our citizens, relative to what their needs are at that time.

“It is pretty hard to anticipate even where you are going to go even in a couple of years with technology,” she said. “I think that five years is a good time frame to allow things to evolve and then we will have to see what our needs are and what citizens’ needs are.”

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A timely response Apathy in the political process has reached an all-time high in recent years, with the perception that elected representatives are not really listening to public concerns. But there is evidence this week that the provincial government is heeding public feedback.

An all-party committee of MLAs has unanimously supported a proposal from Finance Minister Mike de Jong that henceforth all B.C. politicians will publish their expense receipts online. The proposal, clearly a response to the flap over legislature Speaker Linda Reid’s expenses – including nearly $5,500 in business-class air travel for her spouse, since repaid – elicited a few grumbles from NDP MLAs over the work involved.

But it seems MLAs overall agreed with de Jong’s assessment steps need to be taken to restore public trust, after recent “unreasonable” expense abuses in B.C. Meanwhile Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick has apparently taken note of written feedback from B.C. residents in amending the proposed Bill 24, which would make changes to the province’s Agricultural Land Reserve. The contentious two-zone provision remains, dividing ALR land into one area (Metro Vancouver, Vancouver Island and the Okanagan) where farmland would be protected from non-agricultural development and another (essentially the rest of B.C.) where farmers might have options to invite in ‘value-added’ industries that could include oil and gas development.

The amended legislation has received guarded endorsement from the B.C. Agriculture Council, although NDP agriculture critic Nicholas Simons says Bill 24 is still probably the worst piece of legislation he has seen. The actual impact of both of these provincial policies remains to be seen, of course. Politicians generally are past-masters WESTERN in PENTICTON the art of simulated action, and manipulating public opinion through carefully stage-managed response.

But the BC Liberals have everything to gain and nothing to lose by demonstrating a greater level of responsiveness to public opinion – rather than the predictable chorus of partisan support.

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Thailand: waiting for the coup If you are trying to get rid of the legitimately elected government of your country, it helps to have the Constitutional Court, the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) and the Election Commission on your side.

And Thailand’s Constitutional Court has come through for the opposition once again: it has just ousted Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra and nine of her cabinet ministers for improperly removing a civil servant from office.

This is the latest move in an eight-year campaign by the old political establishment and its middle-class supporters in Bangkok to destroy a populist party, twice renamed and currently called Pheu Thai, that has won every election since 2001.

The street protests by the People’s Democratic Reform Committee (PDRC) that have intermittently paralysed Bangkok since last November get the headlines, but the courts remain an indispensable weapon too.

The civil servant who lost his post, Thawil Pliensri, was the head of the National Security Council. He was appointed by a previous government that was deeply hostile to Yingluck’s party, and he was publicly critical of her government. So after winning the 2011 election she moved him to a different post and put in a national security head of her own choice.

The prime minister actually replaced Thawil with a general called Paradorn Pattanatabut, who is not a relation – but his promotion allowed a distant relative of hers, also a general, to move up one rung in the hierarchy. It didn’t give him political power or more money, but any old accusation will do if the court works for the opposition. The Constitutional Court found Yingluck guilty of nepotism and ordered her to step down.

Meanwhile the PDRC’s street protests continue, and Suthep Thaugsuban, the movement’s leader, is brutally frank about their objec-

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Dyer Straits tive: “From a Western point of view, ‘democracy’ is an elected government serving as the people’s representative,” he said. “Unfortunately, elections in Thailand do not represent people’s (real) choices because their votes are bought.”

What he means is that the parties led by Yingluck, and earlier by her exiled brother Thaksin Shinawatra, have “bribed” the poor, and peasant farmers in particular, with policies like a universal healthcare system, microcredit development funds for villages, price supports for rice and low-interest loans for farmers.

In other countries, such policies are seen

as normal and legitimate political tools in the competition for votes.

They have outraged the prosperous middleclass in Bangkok and the south, who were accustomed to having the government devote most of its time and money to their own needs, but they have delivered five election victories in a row for the Pheu Thai party and its predecessors in a country where the majority of voters are still poor farmers.

The PDRC’s solution is to prevent any more elections until an unelected People’s Council, made up of “good people” chosen by the elite institutions that support the opposition, can “reform” the political system by excluding voters who are poorly educated or simply poor.

Then the conservative opposition parties would finally be able to win elections.

Relying on their allies in the judiciary and the various official commissions to prevent elections or set their results aside has served the right-wing parties

well since the original military coup that overthrew Thaksin Shinawatra in 2006. In the last four months, however, they have returned to the streets in Bangkok, and their next step may be to ask the army for another coup.

That is the only thing that could give them their cherished “People’s Council” and the disenfranchisement of a substantial part of the electorate. All their street demonstrations and legal obstructionism are ultimately intended to create a political paralysis that will provide the pretext for such a coup, and they are now probably quite close to achieving that goal.

The only little problem is that a whole generation of Thais has now grown up to expect that they will have a political voice in the government of their country. Another coup, in these circumstances, could well be the trigger for civil war.

Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.

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Thank you for supporting daffodil month On behalf of the Canadian Cancer Society, I would like to thank Penticton for supporting daffodil month during April.

Every three minutes, another Canadian is faced with a cancer battle. It’s likely the disease has affected almost everyone in Penticton, be it a personal diagnosis or that of a loved one.

By wearing the daffodil pin in April, Penticton residents collectively stood together to show people living with cancer they are not alone in the fight.

With the support of our volunteers, donors and community partners, the Canadian Cancer Society is leading the charge in the fight against all cancers — of which there are more than

IODE celebrates over 20 years

The ladies of the Diamond Jubilee Chapter IODE Penticton gathered together for intercession Sunday to worship at St. Saviour’s Anglican Church recently.

Intercession Sunday has been celebrated for over 20 years now, each year a different church is selected and we rotate from year to year. Not too many people know of the IODE and this is an opportunity to chat with the ladies of the congregation and thus enlighten them.

The IODE is non-denominational and has been working diligently since 1900 to enhance the quality of life for individuals through education support, community service and citizenship programs.

Denise Kadatz Communications IODE Penticton

Target those in favour of developing farmland

For the past 100 years we’ve used the path of least resistance in regards to our energy development, in that we extracted the highest quality, cheapest to produce oil, coal, and natural gas first and left the lower quality, more expensive and harder to extract fuels for later.

It’s now later. When you look at the energy picture worldwide there is a huge emphasis on tight oil shale, deep water and bitumen development and that should concern you. We’ll never run out of oil but what we will run out of is cheap, easy oil, the very thing that has underpinned our economy (growth economics) and the high energy lifestyle we’ve become accustomed to for the past 60 years.

For the past half-century there has been a hidden subsidy on food, that is cheap oil and now that we’re moving into unconventional sources the cost of extracting will passed on to you the consumer. The price of food (amongst other things) will continue to rise over the next decade, you are going to pay more for your food which is going to wilt the economy given that people will be spending more on the basics and not much else.

The just-in-time food delivery systems of the past 60 years are complex and susceptible to energy shocks and extreme climate events.

So when complex systems get in trouble they tend to reset to something simpler, in the case of our food, the reset will look like a relocalized and regional food production system.

It’s that simple. Local and regional food will make up a larger percentage of the food you consume, with the hidden subsidy of oil no longer making food sources from other places cheaper to buy.

So what can you do? Well support local farmers for one. The other more immediate thing you can do, is stop stupid agricultural land swaps and start with the people who voted for it in Summerland.

The people opposed to this swap in Summerland should start a targeted campaign to

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Each and every day, we are working hard to accomplish our mission of eradicating cancer and enhancing the quality of life of those living with the disease.

We do this by funding the most promising cancer research, offering vital support to those living with cancer, and trying to prevent cancer in the first place by educating Canadians about early detection and advocating for healthy public policies.

Thanks to the generosity of donors and our more than 7,500 daffodil volunteers, we anticipate the daffodil Month initiative will raise $5 million in B.C. this year alone, which will have a

vote the mayor and city councils who voted for the swap out and vote in people who will repeal this bylaw and protect farmland. Ditto goes for council members and the mayor in Penticton, make it an election issue and target those who are in favor of developing productive farmland.

Cody Young Penticton

Celebrate family caregivers

The South Okanagan Similkameen Brain Injury Society wants to recognize all family caregivers for everything they do. The role of caregiver is so essential in our community.

They provide help to family members and friends who are not yet ready, or don’t qualify for formal support.

The many tasks they do including shopping, booking appointments with medical or other professionals, transportation, cleaning and small house maintenance chores. They are there to offer a listening ear when others are too busy. They are advocates to help people access services in the community.

Being a caregiver is often time consuming and can become a complicated role. There are many organizations that have programs to support caregivers, including ours. If you know a caregiver who is supporting someone who has experienced a brain injury or stroke, please let them know we are here for them, when they are ready. We offer a caregiver support group in Penticton.

On behalf of all people on the receiving end of the support, we appreciate caregivers and all you do for our community members.

Linda Sankey, Executive Director South Okanagan Similkameen Brain Injury Society

Good job PeachFest

Such a fantastic plan to invite Trooper, an iconic Canadian band, back to Penticton Peach Festival.

I was fortunate to catch the 2011 performance with my wife. This is a band that sounds great live. their music is a classic rock style that appeals to a fairly wide age group.

Whole families came and enjoyed the evening of upbeat music with dancing, swaying, singing along, and very little (I hadn’t noticed any) rowdiness, often associated with outdoor rock concerts.

Local RCMP and BCAS members were dutifully on scene and appreciated for being ready to assist.

Thanks to Peter Brothers Paving and all event organizers for taking resources and time to put this family friendly event together.

Looking forward to Aug. 7.

Wil McCutcheon Summerland resident

Political chickens

Just what in hell is Foreign Affairs Min-

substantial and important impact in our fight for life.

The Canadian Cancer Society’s continued impact in the fight for life would not be possible without the generosity of our volunteers, donors and community partners in Penticton.

We are very grateful for your support and wish to thank you for joining us in the fight for life.

Together, we can change cancer forever.

Marlene Gawley President, Penticton Unit Canadian Cancer Society

ister John Baird all about? This guy with the big mouth may bite off more than he can chew and placing Canada in harm’s way as he seems intent on rattling the chain of Russia.

What credentials does this here today and gone tomorrow armchair general have on his resume for war? Was Baird a cadet? Serve in any Canadian active military? Serve in a war zone? Has Baird ever kicked a dog in the ass till the dog bites or is he just a big chicken who clucks and plays with other people’s lives he depends on to keep him safe while staining the earth with innocent blood continues due to know nothings?

My advice to Baird comes from one who survived everyday with perfect attendance during World War Two and lost love of a family I would never grow up with thanks to my lonely exile to a foreign country who’s governments dumped me at the very young age of 17.

Baird, Harper and other comedians in the pack of fools may find out that sending six fighter aircraft, 50 soldiers, one ancient sea bucket and the hot air from the mouth of Baird only adds to a problem that would be none of their business if Uncle Sam was not at the helm of all this latest mess?

Strange that North Korea, Pakistan — with Syria — and many other’s countries in dire straits with thousands being killed has failed to be addressed? Are the above listed in the Western category of all hands off? Please somebody give a transparent answer as to why there are only dirty words and saber rattling or is it just a game of political chicken?

It’s been said before Canada alone could not fight its way out of a paper bag. It’s high time the stay at home ready for market political chickens to realize that.

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In mid-winter an emaciated black bear found shelter in chicken coop in Midway.

Instead of letting common sense prevail by asking a game warden to dispatch this animal, it was decided to transport the bear to Northern Lights, a Smithers animal rehabilitation facility. Apparently 300 bears have received care at this place over the years.

At present they have 10 bears to care for.

Once fit to be released each bear is then taken to the location where the animal was initially found.

Recently, a spokesperson for Northern Lights wants us to know that more donations are needed to buy radio collars so each released bear can be tracked, located in our vast hinterlands. All of the above is so bizarre, so overwhelmingly haywire that it is almost impossible to believe.

Approximately 150,000 black bears hang out in the bush, an estimate by the provincial government wildlife branch. Fortunately, most of us did not fall off the back of a turnip

Gert Hahn Okanagan Falls

Drop in on Computer Club

The Computer Club at 439 Winnipeg St., will continue to hold drop-in sessions on Monday and Friday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

These sessions are for members but is open to non-members for a small fee to help solve problems or give advice or rid your computer of unnecessary junk.

The Saturday morning lectures series has been discontinued until further notice. We are sorry for any inconvenience to members who arrived on Saturdays only to find the Computer Club closed.

The lecture series will continue in September.

Cyril is back teaching how to download pictures from your camera, giving your pictures titles and putting your pictures into folders. This class is on Mondays from 2:30 to 4 p.m.

Doug continues his Wednesday afternoon sessions on pictures, ecards and any other programs he has designed. The time for these sessions is 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays.

Be sure to check the Computer Club’s web page, Doug is always upgrading this site and has many links to interesting information with a few jokes thrown in.

The Computer Club will resume in the September, this will be the time for membership renewal and class sign-up.

Have a great summer and keep on computing.

Evelyne Turner Penticton

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Denesiuk, who lives in Summerland, said she chose to run in South Okanagan West Kootenay rather than Central Okanagan-Coquihalla because of her ties to the area. During the boundary commission hearings last year, she advocated against redrawing the riding boundaries to separate Penticton and Summerland.

Along with being a trustee before and after the Summerland and Penticton school districts amalgamated, Denesiuk also chaired the Okanagan Skaha School District for nine years. She and her husband Bob, she said, both grew up in Penticton and continue to have business interests throughout the southern riding.

“We feel that we have significant connection in the South Okanagan West Kootenay riding,” she said.

“My husband Bob and I have partnered in our construction business, serving the South Okanagan, since 1980. We are proud of our four grown children, and our three grandchildren bring Bob and me great joy.”

Currently, Denesiuk serves as vice chair of the Okanagan College Board of Governors, chair of the Trail of the Okanagan’s steering committee, director for the Summerland Chamber of Commerce, and Summerland Credit Union, and is a member of the leadership board of Summerland Baptist Church.

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It was described as a brutal and cowardly attack by Crown counsel, and a Penticton man will spend the next two years behind bars for it.

Anthony Leonard Samuelson, 20, was found guilty of aggravated assault and assault with a weapon in an incident that occurred on Sept. 7, 2012 where he smashed another man on the head with a rock that was placed inside of a sock.

During sentencing at Penticton provincial court on Tuesday, Crown counsel John Swanson said Samuelson was yelling at a group of men unknown to him while walking near the Penticton Art Gallery, headed to the Barking Parrot. This boiled over into an argument between Samuelson and Michael Ricciardi, 31.

Swanson said Samuelson “ambushed” Ricciardi with the crudely created weapon leaving

him with a gash in his head that required seven staples and after effects including concussion-type symptoms.

Defence council was asking for a suspended sentence while Crown lobbied for a much stiffer three to four year sentence in a federal penitentiary. Swanson said it was only by luck that Ricciardi wasn’t killed.

“Violence against people using public parks and sidewalks needs to be denounced and not tolerated,” said Swanson.

A pre-sentence report and psychiatric evaluation provided to the court after Samuelson was found guilty during his trial in December showed he has a serious problem with alcohol.

Samuelson appeared by video from the Kamloops Regional Correctional Centre offering an apology to the victim, who was not present in the court room, and said he also has a written apology he would like to provide the man.

Judge Gregory Koturbash said

in his decision that he realizes the difficulties Samuelson had growing up without much guidance or someone to teach him a “moral compass.” The judge noted he had concerns sentencing Samuelson to anything more than two years, which would land him a federal penitentiary.

“Given your age and the challenges you have faced you might come out in a worse position you are now,” said Koturbash.

It is why he decided on a two years less a day sentence putting him in a provincial jail. This allowed the judge to impose a three-year probation on Samuelson. Among the conditions he must abide by are not to consume alcohol and a curfew for the first 12 months from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Samuelson was also sentenced on two breach of conditions to 30days concurrent with his sentence.

In those incidents he was found intoxicated and on the second breach he was in possession of a folding knife.

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Nearly 600 wild horses were counted on Penticton Indian Band lands in March during an aerial survey that’s expected to underpin development of a new plan to manage the animals’ numbers.

Wild horses have been a frequent cause of concern for motorists, homeowners and agriculturalists on the West Bench and neighbouring areas from Kaleden to Summerland, but coming up with a strategy to control them has been difficult due to issues arising from ownership of the animals and the lands on which they range.

Now the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen has joined with the PIB and District of Summerland to help develop a long-range management plan to finally address the problem.

“This issue has not happened overnight, nor is it going to be resolved overnight, so I think we’re taking careful steps that need to be done,” project co-ordinator Zoe Kirk told the RDOS board on Thursday.

Dolly Kruger, the PIB councillor assigned to the initiative, said a crucial first step is quantifying the size of the problem.

She told the board a count conducted in 2009 identified 217 horses that belonged to 16 different people, while in March an aerial survey spotted 558 animals.

Options to manage herd sizes range from rounding up animals for slaughter — last done in 2009 — to sterilizing them, then erecting fencing to keep them out of populated areas.

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She said simply selling the horses would be difficult.

“Because there are so many studs out there and because there is so much inbreeding going on out there right now… they’re not healthy,” Kruger explained.

She estimated the RDOS and PIB have spent a combined $57,000 to manage the horse problem since 2009, and her group is committed to finding a cost-effective, permanent fix.

“At our council table, that’s what we see and that’s what we feel: that we’ve moved this for-

ward more than it’s ever been moved forward before.”

Although it was noted the work is heavily dependent upon the availability of grant money, Michael Brydon, the RDOS director for West Bench, said that shouldn’t stop development of a management strategy.

“I don’t think it’s a show-stopper, in the sense that we have to come up with some sort of plan and then say, ‘How are we going to fund it?” he said.

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Incorporation rejected for OK Falls Joe Fries

Western News Staff

Another bid to turn Okanagan Falls into a selfgoverning community has been rejected.

Tom Siddon, who represents the area on the board of the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen, learned in April that the B.C. government chose not to fund a study needed to lay the groundwork for incorporating the community.

He said it was “disappointing” to learn his effort had stalled, but he’s been told the issue is “not dead.”

At present, Okanagan Falls is under RDOS jurisdiction, but Siddon feels residents would be better served with a proper town council that could, for example, fix its own roads, rather than wait for the Transportation Ministry to do so.

“That is why we need to have some form of town council in Okanagan Falls where the community can put pressure on, and ultimately have the budget means to tax and to invest in the improvement of the community,” he explained.

A spokeswoman for the B.C. Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development confirmed the agency denied Siddon’s request for a study, at cost of up to $80,000, but wouldn’t say why exactly.

“When evaluating a request for a taxpayer-funded governance or incorporation study, the ministry… considers a number of factors, including whether there are local issues that cannot be addressed by the existing regional governance system,” Shannon Hagerman said in a statement.

She noted, however, that the ministry “is committed to addressing this issue,” and has offered to send staff to meet with Siddon to discuss other ways to “support the community’s needs within the existing rural governance framework.”

A briefing note prepared for Minister Coralee Oakes stated the last attempt to incorporate Okanagan Falls, in 1989, was considered “contentious” and was later shot down in a failed referendum.

“Since that time, the community has seen significant change in terms of evolution of the local economy, demographics and demand for local government services,” said the note, which was released to the Western News through a freedom of information request, and mentioned previous requests for studies in 2010 and 2012 were turned down due to “fiscal constraint,” The note also pointed out that an incorporated Okanagan Falls would reduce the B.C. government’s costs for road maintenance and policing, but would also result in less rural tax revenue and increased pressure on its small community grant budget.

Siddon said with important upcoming community projects on the horizon, such as the implementation of an Eastside Road transit service and beginning of a downtown revitalization project, he’s going to set aside the issue of incorporation for now.

However, he has had discussions with the RDOS to create a development advisory committee that would act as a “de facto town council” and make recommendations to him that he could then take to the board.

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“I sweep, I mop, I clean tables, do dishes, basically a custodian. A little bit of everything,” said Hansen who has been volunteering at the Shatford for about 2.5 years. “I love being here.”

It is the diverse community that comes to the Shatford for classes, meetings, workshops and events that initially attracted Hansen to volunteer.

“I like to get out and meet people and be in the community. It helps me see what our town is like as a whole,” she said. “I like all the people that come here and it is a great place to be.”

Hansen has previously been part of the Penticton Junior Chamber International where she volunteered at a number events, plus volunteered at the Okanagan Fest-ofAle, did traffic control for Ironman Canada and offered her time and talents to a number of other organizations. She said she especially enjoyed working with kids at the

Shatford Centre okanagan School of the arts volunteer Jill hansen keeps things tidy for the public so they can enjoy the many events and classes held in the historic building.

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Penticton Community Centre, admitting she is a bit of one herself still.

“I would get right in there with the kids and I would play right along with them,” said Hansen. “Volunteering helps people grow and makes you feel better about

yourself too.”

Humbled for being recognized for her volunteer work, Hansen said she doesn’t expect much from anyone in return for her time, either inside the Shatford or just doing good deeds for others in the public.

“Just a smile, or even a wave of acknowledgment is good for me,” said Hansen.

Faith Greenwood, executive assistant at the Shatford Centre, said Hansen is a vital part of their team.

“Part of her appeal

is her reliability. She is here four days a week and it is also a very sunny time of the day when she comes because she is such a bright and cheerful person,” said Greenwood. “She is willing to help and do just about anything.”

Hansen is actually a founding contributor to the Shatford Centre, through her volunteer hours that she contributed to the building.

Jane Shaak, executive director, said they have about 30 to 40 volunteers, co-ordinated by volunteer chairman Judi Ritcey, who help out at the Shatford Centre and they are always looking for more. They ask those interested to fill out a short form so they can match a potential volunteer to the things they like doing best.

“There is lots of opportunity and this is such a nice place to be. We want people to do things they want to do,” said Shaak.

She noted one volunteer, Bud Howell, who previously worked in the building when it was part of the school, as a custodian. Since he retired, he has continued looking after the building as a volunteer.

“It is a community building. We have a very small staff here and when we have events we have people helping or a special project. This is a community centre type of place,” said Shaak.

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Transitioning to a new life Western News Staff

Each year, about 1,200 new Canadians arrive in the Thompson-Okanagan, immigrating to Canada from around the world.

Many of these new imigrants are in their 30s and 40s and are bringing with them univeristy and college degrees, — along with experience — in a variety of fields.

But putting those degrees to use is another matter.

When Pinky Bata moved to Penticton last fall, she joined a growing wave of young professionals bringing their skills and experience to the South Okanagan.

In South Africa, Bata was an international relations specialist and senior strategist, working for the Office of the Premier. Her Masters degree in tourism and postgraduate

qualification in international communications are not yet recognized in Canada.

Bata turned to South Okanagan Immigrant and Community Services for help, and with their support has received Canadian accreditation for her undergraduate degree, allowing her to look for ways to put it to use and contribute to her new community.

“SOICS assessed my skills, provided preemployment coaching and assisted me with the fees and paperwork to make sure my undergraduate degree is recognized here,” Bata said.

“They also introduced me to a network of people and organizations that increased my connection to the community and supported my job search.”

Bata’s help came through the Skills Connect program, specfically targeted at helping skilled immigrants get em-

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Home is where the music is for Anderson Kristi Patton

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Kyle Anderson said he has two passions in life, music and his family.

In an endeavour to combine those two he has created his latest album, A Family Original, based on original songs dedicated to those he loves most.

“This is by far my most personal approach to an album and it celebrates the two most important things to me, my family and music,” said Anderson who is hosting a CD release party at Opus Café and Bistro in the Cannery Trade Centre on Saturday at 8 p.m.

Anderson penned the songs from varying points of view including his grandson’s in Cohen’s Lullabye, channelled his inner Don Alder for fingerpicking skills on Threshold and his own feelings on becoming a grandfather in Younger Every Day. “I am getting younger every day is my new mantra since I became a grandfather. I have three grandkids and it has rejuvenated me,” said Anderson, who produced the album and created all the music himself in his home studio.

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Penticton’s Kyle Anderson is holding a cd release party on saturday at the opus café and Bistro presenting original songs dedicated to his family.

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Band trio in 1997 which became one of the most popular local bands.

They produced three albums of pop/ dance songs and performed on patio’s, at special events and private

parties. The long-time musician caught the bug of performing at an early age.

“I remember points in my life when music struck me. My Sunday

school teacher with a big beautiful red Gibson acoustic guitar and the sound that captured me. I can remember being in Grade 2 sitting in the Carmi School gymnasium

watching a performer that came in and I can even remember the song, Inch Worm. We sang it all together and this singer was magic,” said Anderson. “Those are the moments I try and have with an audience too.

You can see it in their eyes, this look of wonder.”

Last year Anderson created the World’s Largest Jazz Trio, consisting of four people, to add another dimension to his career as a musician. After years of performing, he said it never gets tiring.

“Music transcends. That’s what drives me. I believe in the power of music. That is my religion. I’m an evangelist of music. Seeing the magic when it strikes people in an audience. Whatever the form of music it is, when I see the love for music transcend language, religion, everything, that is what keeps me going.”

Anderson will be at the Opus Café on May 10 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 and available in advance at Opus.

Joining him on stage will be Gail Riddall, who is also featured on a number of tracks on his album. Anderson’s album is available for purchase at the release party, at Dragon’s Den and you can find him on ITunes and CDBaby.com.

concert band students honoured for invite to MusicFest canada Kristi Patton

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Penticton concert band students will be joining 10,000 others from across the country to celebrate excellence in musical performance.

“It’s really, really exciting. This is a huge event for us and being invited is a rare opportunity,” said Chelsea Maxted, a grade 10 student at Princess Margaret Secondary School who plays clarinet, baritone and tenor saxophone. “I hope to become a better player and I look forward to hearing the critiques of our playing because it will help us improve. To be able to listen to other groups is also exciting because then we can see what other students are up to across Canada.”

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MusicFest is an invitation only event where outstanding ensembles had to compete from one of the affiliated regional festivals or through a festival chairman for the right to attend. The Penticton students won their berth through the Okanagan Valley Concert Band Regional Festival held in March at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre.

The festival involves performances, clinics and concerts from internationally acclaimed groups. The three selections the Penticton musicians will play are challenging and will be critiqued to a national standard.

Princess Margaret Secondary School music instructor Don Grant said the whole experience has been a great learning and confidence building opportunity for the students.

“The opportunity to hear what other kids in their age group are doing is neat. There will be lots of workshops, great concerts and it is a week long celebration of music. We want to get as much out of it as we can,” said Grant.

The groups include 73 music students from both secondary schools under the direction of music teachers Grant and Justin Glibbery. For the combined district concert band it speaks to the commitment of the students said Grant.

“We don’t often get a chance to rehearse together, but the kids have been working really hard and enjoying the challenging music.

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Sending the students doesn’t come cheap, often the festival is held in eastern Canada and the costs are too high for Penticton students to go. Students, along with teachers and parents, are embarking on various fundraising initiatives to help bring down the costs to travel to the Lower Mainland.

On Saturday they are hosting a pub night at the Copper Mug Pub. Doors open at 6 p.m. and there will be draws, a silent auction and live music from Random Act featuring Glibbery, Rann Berry, Scott Gamble and Mike Fic. Tickets are $20, available at the Copper Mug, Princess Margaret and Penticton Secondary music departments, and include a roast beef dinner and a drink. The students are also holding a fridge and wine draw. Tickets are available at the Copper Mug and the draw will take place on Saturday.

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t.g.i.f. concerts May 9 — Multi-instrumentalist David Lindley, well known for his many years as the featured accompanist with Jackson Browne, is performing at the Dream Café.

May 10 — 2014 Juno nominee Alysha Brilla at the Dream Café.

May 10 — MusicFest Canada Penticton Concert Band student fundraiser at the Copper Mug Pub. Dance to cover band Random Act, featuring Justin Glibbery, Rann Berry, Scott Gamble and Mike Fic. Tickets are $20 and include roast beef dinner and one drink. Doors open at 6 p.m. Silent auction, draws and more. Call 250-770-7627.

May 10 — Kyle Anderson is hosting a CD release party featuring music from his new album A Family Original in an unplugged setting at Opus Café. Playing his own compositions inspired by family members, Anderson welcomes guest singer Gail Riddall to share three numbers. Tickets are $15 and are available in advance at Opus Cafe or call 778-476-5856 to reserve dinner and the 8 p.m. show.

May 16 and 17 — Rick Fines classic blues guitar picking with Tim Williams at the Dream Café.

May 24 — The Timewalkers perform great pop and rock classics from the 60s and 70s at the Dream Café.

May 25 — Oliver Handbell Ringers present Spring Ring, 3 p.m. at the St. Paul Lutheran Church. Admission by donation.

OK Falls motorbike festival revs up

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The third annual Bike Rally in Okanagan Falls takes place May 9 to 11 at the OK Falls Hotel and Centennial Park. Competition categories on all makes and models of bikes in custom paint, vintage chopped, import, stock, conservative-sportster, semi-custom, trike, flat, tour and the people’s choice.

Live music is featured on all three days with an AC/ DC tribute band playing Saturday at 8 p.m.

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The Trampoline Wall and Power Track Show, presented by the Lakeside Resort, will perform daily in Okanagan Lake Park during Peachfest. The show is produced by world-renowned Milord Entertainment, based in Quebec.

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“The trampoline show is great family entertainment,” said Peach Festival entertainment director Bill Kolter. “You won’t believe what these people can do on a trampoline.”

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Only mad dogs and Englishmen drive open top cars in the extremely chilly B.C. high country at this time of year.

But taking part in the three-day Hagerty Spring Thaw rally, staged by Classic Car Adventures, certainly turned on this Limey to the idea of a B.C. summer ‘staycation’ on roads that show natural beauty at its awe inspiring best.

Since my old U.K. friend George Holt moved to Gabriola Island a few years ago, he’s pestered me to join him on a rally. Wild tales of his racing exploits persuaded me that my participation might make it the last wish on my bucket list. Literally.

When Hagerty Insurance invited me to take part in the non-competitive rally for pre-1979 touring and sports cars, covering almost 1,100 kilometres, I figured this was the time to invite George.

“I’m up for it, Sid, and I have the perfect car,” George responded. You get used to him calling every male Sid and female, Doris.

He worked day and night to ready his 1954 XK 120 Jaguar roadster – it rolled off the production line in the same year I did. It cranks out 200 horses from an inline straight-six cylinder 3.4-litre engine housed under that long hood.

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Sportster, Honda Shadow, Suzuki Boulevard S40, Yamaha Bolt. They might have a higher displacement but they’re going to be easy to manage and work much better with his body. What did he buy? A used 2006 Honda Shadow 750cc. And he loves it.

I recommend buying a bike that you are comfortable on, both physically and mentally.

Test Rides Private sellers won’t generally let you test ride, but ask. Dealers are more open to this, especially with newer models because they have demo fleets.

Mechanical Inspection If you’re buying used, and you are this close to making the decision, before you go to the bank and give up your savings, spend an extra $100-$200 to get a motorcycle mechanic to look at your potential purchase. Private sellers will generally ride the bike down to a location of your choice and let the mechanic work their magic. The mechanic will then let you know what things might need to be worked on in the near or distant future. If the seller thinks it’s too much work, then it’s your call if you want to continue to work with them. I wouldn’t buy a bike without knowing what I’m getting into. alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca

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It will show if the bike has been in any reported accidents and detail the damage. It’ll also show if there is money owing on the bike or if it was reported stolen.

Keep in mind, if the bike is from out of the country, the record likely won’t show.

When I went to buy my first bike, I had my heart set on a beautiful Yamaha R6. It looked brand new and perfect. The seller said it had never been in any accidents and had all original parts. I left thinking that the next day I’d be riding this beauty home. However, I paid my $20 (at the time) and found out the bike had been in two accidents with damage costs of more than $3,000.

If you’re buying through a dealership, they might even have the bike’s history on hand for you. It never hurts to double check.

The Myth of Displacements Many new riders like to set a cap on the displacement they’re willing to get for their first bike. I had a reader write me asking what he should get. He’s 6’2”, 220 pounds and had long limbs.

He didn’t want anything higher than a 250cc though.

I asked him why. He said he wanted something manageable for his first bike.

With long arms and legs, a 250cc bike wasn’t going to fit him! Or vice versa. I told him to look at cruisers, like the Harley-Davidson

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Acura MDX has all the bells and whistles

by Ian Harwood

The 2014 Acura MDX is a perfect example of how technology can change your driving experience.

There is no mistaking an Acura, be it a car, cross-over or an SUV, the front end gives it away. The front air dam coming to a point, the large grille featuring the Acura logo and the swept back sweeping lines set it apart. The

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When you first open the door of the Acura MDX Elite you immediately notice the refinements and how everything flows together very well. The driver’s seat is an eight-way power adjustable with a two-way way power lumbar support, and the passenger front seat is an eight-way power adjustable. The second row is a 60/40 split folding and the third row is a 50/50 split flat folding.

With the third row folded flat, there is plenty of room for cargo.

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There is an available Collision Mitigation Braking system (CBMS), standard equipment on the Elite, which is constantly monitoring the road for you. If it detects you are approaching

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tures start to perform, it became natural and helped me relax and enjoy the drive. It is a powerful and very luxurious vehicle, a real treat to drive. I would like to see a little more headroom and the six-speed transmission seemed to have a mind of its own.

Lots of competition in this segment, from Lincoln MKT, Volvo XC90, Buick Enclave, and the Infiniti JX, so if Acura wants to win you over, they have to keep delivering a great product with as many standard features as they can while keeping the price in check.

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IN BRIEF IronWomen golf tourney supporting SOWINS

The IronWoman Ladies Golf Tournament is returning to Twin Lakes Golf Course on July 25 after a one-year hiatus. The organizing committee is reintroducing the tournament with a charitable focus of “women helping women” with the South Okanagan Women In Needs Society being the recipient of the partial proceeds. Half of the sponsorship money is also going towards SOWINS with 100 per cent of the revenue received from the “mulligan” promotion ($20 per team multiplied by a minimum of 20 teams.) The tournament, 10 a.m. shotgun start, is a challenging four-lady team tournament open to players of all skill levels who have an official Golf Canada handicap. The cost is $80 and includes golf, cart, banquet and prizes. For more information, contact Gayle Bukowsky at 250-497-7177 or go online to http://www.twinlakesgolfresort.com/event-calendar.html for the poster and entry form. Complimentary passes will be given to each participant to come back and play.

ELENA GREIG, middle, had her game face on as fellow teammates Kiera Bourque, far left, Emma Morgan, Sterling-Rae King and Renia Cooper, far right, took on the Salmon Arm Jewels in AAA Okanagan Valley Rugby high school playoff action. The Lakers won the game 22-7. Below, Matt Young of the Lakers junior boys team tries to shrug off a tackle by Summerland Rocket Dawson Jenner.

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Pistoleras and Betties set to duel in roller derby

Emanuel Sequeira

The Penticton Pistoleras roller derby team is starting their 2014 season on May 10 against the Black Diamond Betties from Whistler. Spectators can catch the action at the Penticton Curling Club at 505 Railway St. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., first whistle blows at 7 p.m. Tickets are $8 in advance, $10 at the door (Kids 10 & under are free). Advance tickets can be purchased at Pentagon Boardshop, Sun City Tattoos and Piercing, Black Widow Winery and 30 Minute Hit.

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It wasn’t a gem of a start for the Pen High Lakers senior girls rugby team against the Salmon Arm Jewels in AAA Okanagan Valley high school rugby playoffs.

Lakers coach Ian Butters was nervous before his team prevailed 22-7 over the Salmon Arm Jewels 22-7 at McNicoll Park Wednesday afternoon.

“The first half was scary because it was very much a repeat of some of the games we’ve had that have been weak this season,” said Butters, whose team lost just once this year against the NorKam Saints, 27-7.

Butters watched as his players were unable to get organized as the Jewels were aggressive and their tackling did not allow the Lakers to run free. Kendra Penner of the Lakers opened the scoring, while Elena Greig converted on the kick. The Jewels countered back for a 7-7 score at the end of the half.

Butters felt his players were in their own heads too much, but eventually created their own breaks.

In the second half, Greig converted a penalty kick to give the Lakers a 10-7 lead that gradually grew. Butters said his group dominated and had the game under control.

“Most of it was from the veterans,” said Butters. “Once they remembered the things agreed to do, that changed everything.”

Also playing a big part in the win were the Grade 9s. Butters said a handful

Penticton Basketball Camp

The 33rd Penticton Basketball camp will be headed by Gordie Herbert for the boys July 28-31 and Bruce Langford for the girls Aug.11-14. Herbert is from Penticton and coaches professionally in Germany for the Frankfurt Skyliners. He will be assisted by several UBC-O Heat players. Langford, the coach of the Simon Fraser University women’s Clan, is returning for his 14th year and will be assisted by his players. Information and registration for the camp at the Penticton Basketball Camp website http://www.members. shaw.ca/flfedorak/index.html or calling Fred Fedorak at 250-493-6387.

Penticton trio make U16 BC Hockey Camp

Shane Farkas, Josh Maser and Ethan O’Rourke made the cut of 40 players BC Hockey to attend the 2014 Male Under 16 provincial camp. The camp will take place from July 8-13 at the Nanaimo Ice Centre. The six-day camp will include on and off-ice activities. The players will be introduced to the most up to date information and concepts as they relate to both national and international levels of hockey during the camp. Team BC will consist of 20 players and will compete at the 2015 Canada Winter Games in Prince George from Feb. 13, 2015 to March 1, 2015. The under-16 program is designed as an Josh Maser introduction to BC Hockey’s High Performance Program, exposing players, coaches and officials to short-term competition. For live scoring of games, follow along on Twitter via @BCHockey_MU16BC or by downloading the BC Hockey mobile app for Apple or Android. Maser said he’s excited about it.

“It was hard,” he said of facing the other players. “They have been playing at a high level all year. I feel like I’m a better player, keeping up with the pace. My confidence is pretty good.”

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of them stepped up and made the right decisions, including one that led to a final try scored by Lorreine Stanley.

Butters said the Jewels were the perfect test as they get a second crack at the Saints while trying to defend their Okanagan Valley championship.

Greig agreed.

“I think we learned a lot,” she said, adding that the Lakers picked up their intensity in the second half. “That was

a real fight. Salmon Arm really fought hard. It was a struggle for us. When it was tied up, we were sort of slowed down.”

Junior Lakers crush Rockets

The Lakers advanced to the quarter-final game in junior boys rugby before having to make their first play in a 67-0 win against the Summerland Rockets. The Rockets arrived at McNicoll Park Wednesday with 12 players, so the Lakers lent

them three. Lakers coach Ken Sommerfeldt said it was more of a practice for his team.

He said his group played well and they ran hard with the ball and were strong with tackling. He also liked that his team put a lid on the Rockets’ offence.

Sommerfeldt said their next opponent, which isn’t known yet, will be strong. That game is on May 13 at McNicoll Park and will be the Lakers’ final home game.

Duel in the Desert outrigger event hits the waters of Skaha Lake this weekend. The big boat event on May 10 has six-person teams of men, women and mixed race two laps for a total distance of approximately 16 kilometres. Six-person teams of junior and novice will race approximately eight to 10 km and there is expected to be more than 20 crews. On May 11, one and two-person crews of outrigger canoes, surf skis, kayaks and canoes racing will have men, women and mixed race approximately 10 km. Juniors and novice race 5.33 km. More than 50 boats are expected to compete.

Women’s golf championship coming to Oliver

NK’Mip Canyon Desert Golf Course has been named the host of the Zone 2 Ladies Amateur, Senior and Super (age 70 and over) Senior Golf Tournament by the B.C. Golf Association. The championship will be in Oliver May 25-26. The championship is expected to attract several star amateur players with a handicap of zero to four. The championship is the zone’s format for the amateur and senior team which will represent zone 2 at the BC Championship.

Bowling championship back in Penticton

John Yazlovasky’s team won the provincial Elks bowling championship in Penticton Saturday. Yazlovasky teamed up with Dennis Wagner, Roberta Hall, George Yazlovasky and Bob Groves. Placing second was Jeannine Johnson, Bill Pike, Linda Goode, Fay Newhouse and Clavin Ek. Hall earned the most pins over average for the ladies and Pike did the same for the men.

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Strong defence key as Lakers enter playoffs Western News Staff

The Pen High Lakers senior girls soccer team finished sixth in the AAA Okanagan Valley after settling for a 0-0 draw against the NorKam Saints Monday in Kamloops.

“We played one of our best games of the season against North Kamloops,” said Lakers coach Drew Carlile. “We created a lot of pressure and controlled much of the play. We had a number of chances on net, but just couldn’t score.”

Offence was also a problem for the Lakers on April 30 in a 3-0 loss to the Mt. Boucherie Bears in West Kelowna. One of the things Carlile liked is that

they kept the Bears’ scoring chances to a minimum.

On Thursday, the Lakers face the South Kamloops Titans in a quarter-final game and Carlile stressed the need to finish chances. Carlle said his team needs to play a strong defensive game if they want to advance to the semifinal round, expected to be against the Kelowna Secondary Owls.

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SNEAKING BY — Penticton Expo Khy Cutler couldn’t quite get his glove on a hard grounder Saturday during a mosquito division game against West Kelowna last weekend. The Expos won 12-4. This weekend, Penticton Minor Baseball is hosting a Tadpole tournament starting Friday and ending Sunday at Peach Field on Westminster Ave and in Summerland. On Friday, the Reds face the Expos at 5:30 p.m. Action resumes on Saturday at 9 a.m. with games every hour with the last being played at 2 p.m. between the Pirates and Jays.

On Sunday, the last two games are in Penticton at 2 and 4 p.m.

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The Mustangs opened with a 2-0 win against Trail’s JL Crowe Hawks. The Mustangs received strong efforts from Olfert, McKenzie Ricard, Corrie, and Sydney McKinlay.

Ruocco, Kaycee McKinnon and Jasper Pancratz led the offen-

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The Mustangs sealed their second win, 4-0 against Creston’s Prince Charles Secondary Bulldogs to clinch first place in their pool.

Jordan Broe, Ardessa Alleyn, Gillian Kennedy, Alyshia Coleman, Sierra Voellor, Lyndsey Selles had strong performances. In the Mustangs’ final game before the championship, their dominance over the Oliver Hornets continued in a 4-0 decision.

Bench players Vanessa Harris, Madison and Brooklyn Cook, as well as Sinclaire Lovett played well to help seal

the win. A quick passing game allowed the Mustangs to have outside attacking runs and create numerous scoring chances. Playing without their starting goalie, Rylee McKinlay stepped up to earn four shutouts.

Next up is for the Mustangs to defend the Okanagan Valley.

Buckley, along with assistant coaches Rich Corrie and Mark McKinlay feel the team is playing some of its best soccer.

The Valley Championships are in Kelowna May 13 and 14.

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Coach John Buckley said they used the tournament to help his players develop their team game in preparation for hosting the Provincials May 29-31 at King’s Park. The Mustangs put their undefeated record on the line and in the championship game battled through rain while putting their skills and toughness on display.

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Penticton’s paddling community is going through a change.

Go Rowing and Paddling Association of Canada (GO), a notfor-profit organization, transferred its interest to Don Mulhall and Launa Maundrell. The change occurred after the Victoria Dragon Boat Festival bought GO’s Victoria Centre. Mulhall said once that happened, GO couldn’t exist as it was the administrative centre for regions in B.C. Since then, Mulhall and his wife have

PENTICTON PADDLING teams hit the waters of Skaha Lake last week eager to get their season started.

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scrambled to take over operations and established the newly created not-forprofit Penticton Dragon Boat Festival Society.

They purchased equipment to keep the local

events going. Everything involving paddling will now be locally organized.

Mulhall added that money raised by different paddling centers went to GO so they could distribute it

evenly do other regions such as Penticton for different uses.

“We invest it back into Penticton paddling,” said Mulhall.

There will be no changes to the schedule.

Penticton will host the Okanagan Super Sprints on June 28 and the Raymond Jams Dragon Boat Festival on Sept.

6-7.

Mulhall is excited about the season because teams are established and said some are branching out to festivals outside the city. Find full story at www.pentictonwesternnews.com.

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Splash of colour for charity Joe Fries

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There’s a very simple concept underlying Penticton’s first Colours 4 Kids race.

“Basically, you’re going to run through a zone and get blasted with non-toxic powdered paint, and all the money is going to B.C. Children’s Hospital in Vancouver,” explained Sinclaire Lovett, a Grade 11 student at Princess Margaret Secondary School.

The colour race is set for 10 a.m. on June 7. Racers will leave from Maggie on a fivekilometre loop, which will feature five separate 100-metre zones where they’ll be hit with paint thrown by volunteers.

“You come out looking like a giant rainbow.

It’s just so much fun,” said Lovett, 17.

Entry costs $20 and all proceeds will be handed over to the hospital to which she felt she owed a debt of gratitude after her sister, Bronwyn, died in 2012 at the age of 18 due to a mitochondrial disease.

Penticton student Sinclaire lovett is hosting the city’s first Colours 4 Kids race. Participants in the five-kilometres run will be covered with powdered paint at five different stations. a similar event attracted over 1,000 people in Kelowna.

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“Her life was substantially impacted by B.C. Children’s,” Lovett said. “They increased

her lifespan by so much and I am so grateful for them, and I wanted to do as much as I could to

give back.”

Lovett approached her vice-principal, Sandra Richardson, to inquire about organizing some sort of event to honour her sister, and the plan for Colours 4 Kids race was soon hatched.

“I thought a colour run like this would be spirited, fun and get a lot of interest from families and young people,” Richardson said.

The Grant Thorton 5K Run in Colour last September in Kelowna attracted 1,048 runners and 271 volunteers, according to the event’s website, and Lovett is hoping to attract 300 racers to the inaugural event here.

“It’s just taken off,” she said. “I’m just so grateful for everything that’s happened. I’ve met so many great people because of this.”

Registration in advance is recommended by filling out a form available at Maggie, Summerland Secondary, Tuc-el-Nuit Elementary and Peach City Runners.

Call 250-770-7620 for more information.

Patients breathe easier with hospital equipment Western News Staff

Patients can breathe easier thanks to the recent addition of new equipment in the respiratory department at Penticton Regional Hospital.

Two machines, each about the size of a phone booth and designed to measure a patient’s lung volume, were installed late last year with assistance from TB Vets and the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation.

Inside each sealed plethysmography machine is a chair and a mouthpiece into which a patient breathes. The devices are used to help diagnose and analyze a range of respiratory conditions, ranging from emphysema to asthma to lung cancer.

Scott Frymire, the professional practice leader for the PRH respiratory department, said the new equipment, which also includes analyzers and computer software, cuts in half to about 30 minutes the amount of time it takes to test patients.

Janice Perrino, executive director of the medical foundation, said a $78,900 gift from TB Vets covered the purchase of one machine, while cash from other donors and special pricing from the supplier made it possible to buy the second unit.

“What it means for the Penticton Regional Hospital is that we have stateof-the-art respiratory equipment, more diseases will be diagnosed, more patients supported and most important, more lives saved,” Perrino said.

on hand for the public unveilling of new medical equipment Wednesday was Kandys Merola, executive director of TB Vets, Walter despot, vice-chair of the South okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation, and Scott Frymire, professional practice leader for the PrH respiratory department.

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TB Vets, which celebrates its 70th anniversary next year, was founded to support Canadian military veterans who returned from war with tuberculosis. Its mission has since evolved to help fight a wider range of respiratory ailments.

“This is where TB Vets takes the lead by providing life-saving respiratory testing equipment, particularly in communities where the need is greatest,” said executive director Kandys Merola.

discovery Park playground opens up a world of natural fun Mark Brett

Western News Staff

Play time is going green.

Saturday is the official opening of the new Discovery Park at Skaha Lake, South Okanagan Children’s Charity’s (SOCC) seventh Miracle Fund project.

It was built with the help of the City of Penticton, Rotary Club of Penticton and 19 other businesses and organizations.

“It’s a lot of fun, really awesome,” said nine-year-old Olivia Carleton-Palanio, who was one of the lucky kids who had a chance to preview the playground earlier this week.

“I really like the high wire thing over there, it’s neat.”

According to president Deborah O’Mara of the SOCC, the park is the first “natural” playground and provides an opportunity for children and their families to socialize, explore and discover nature in a community park.

Custom designed and constructed using primarily natural and recycled ingredients, just over $100,000 was secured by the charity in the form of cash and in-kind donations.

“Discovery Park is an incredible addition to Skaha Lake and the vibrancy on our southern waterfront,” said Penticton Mayor Garry Litke in a prepared statement. “This park is an excellent space for young families and truly an amenity the community will treasure for years to come.

“We are so grateful to the South Okanagan Children’s Charity for their work to make the project a reality, and to all the donors who contributed to this park.”

It is among several projects designed to

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enhance Penticton’s waterfronts, an ongoing project that is included in council’s strategic priorities. The city gave the organization $30,000 towards the cost of construction.

Discovery Park is in line with the growing “natural playground” movement, which incorporates elements found in nature into play equipment.

The idea is to encourage children to move and use their imagination, fostering physical, cognitive and emotional development according to proponents of the concept.

Visitors to the playground will find boulders sourced from local rock quarries with ropes attached, balancing logs from pine beetle-infested trees, natural musical instruments and earth-berm slides.

As well, there is an interactive water feature to educate and remind kids about the value of water and the fact it is a limited resource.

The grand opening is at 9 a.m. Saturday The Rotary Club of Penticton will be holding a pancake breakfast, and Sun-Rype juice and Tim Hortons coffee will be available.

Shirts will also be given to the first 200 children in attendance.

Carla Seddon and daughter olivia, 4, enjoy some swing time at the new discovery Park at Skaha Park prior to the official opening Saturday. The facility is the South okanagan Children’s Charity seventh Miracle Fund project.

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Buy The Sea is looking for full-time & part-time permanent staff, looking for people who want to cook, clean & sell fish, must be dependable, reliable, able to multi-task & work hard, good customer service skills are essential, wage is $10.25 to $12 plus possible benefits, apply with resume to #1062100 Main St., Penticton.

Anniversaries

Anniversaries

Happy 50th Anniversary

is hiring for the position of Produce Manager. The successful candidate must have previous experience handling produce, proper prep and stocking of department. Management skills are preferred but not necessary, we will train. Knowledge of organic and natural foods is an asset. We offer a competitive wage, medical program, and other benets. Interested applicants please include a cover letter with resume addressed to Bobbi Krien (Manager) and drop off to #104-2210 Main St. Penticton, resume and cover letter can also be e-mailed to: bkrien@naturesfare.com

POSITION AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Journeyman Automotive Technician Offering Factory Training and Top Wage Pay with Benefits. Contact Service Manager, Email inquiries and resumes to: service1@ parkerschrysler.com.

May 9, 1964 – May 9, 2014

Obituaries

Obituaries

SIMPSON

Bunny & Jack Shelvey

IS PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE

from Sherry, Ron, Dennis, Monica, grandchildren, great-children, brothers, sisters and your many nieces & nephews.

We Love You!

Coming Events

Lost & Found Found, eyeglasses, black metal rims, Warren Ave. East, phone (778)476-1365

3 workers needed from MayOct., 40hr/wk, Provincial set rate, $10.50/hr, jobs include: planting, cultivating, weeding, picking, sorting various crop as they mature, send resume to: brarmomdad@hotmail.com or phone 250-490-5246

Apprentices wanted to develop Factory Trained Technicians. Some automotive knowledge a benefit. Hiring now. Excellent Wage available with benefits. Contact Service Manager, Email inquiries and resumes to: service1@parkerschrysler.com.

Coming Events

Lois Myrna

Lois Simpson of Summerland lost her fight against cancer on May 1, 2014 at the age of 68 years. She will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her husband Mike Jokich, sons Wayne (Sharon), Dave (Lorrie), Stephen (Juanita), Andy (Nancy), Brian, daughter Terry, and stepsons Mike (Carly) and Paul, as well as grandchildren Tom, Troy (Chanel), Katie (Dagen), Natasha, Nathen, Paige, Taner, Chandler, Laura, Luke, Josh, Jade, Nico and Lexi and great grandchildren Aaliyah, Kaden, Izabella, Kinley, Harley, and Rowan. Lois was born in Three Mile Plains Nova Scotia on May 12, 1945 and went to school in Windsor, Nova Scotia. She will be remembered as a loving friend, mother, wife, nanny, and G.G. Every day is a gift; hope for tomorrow. In lieu of a memorial contribution, it was Lois’ wish that you consider giving the gift of blood as it may give someone else a chance to live longer. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hansonsfuneral.ca.

ARBOR FUNERAL CHAPELS & CREMATORIUM

PENTICTON ~ 250-492-4202

NOTICE OF

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Tuesday, May 27, 2014 4:00 pm Location:

Okanagan Regional Library – Kelowna Branch 1380 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC Business to be transacted includes presentation of the 2013 Audited Financial Statements and election of Board Directors.

Voting members are the applicants for incorporation of the Society. Members in good standing have contributed to the immediately prior annual campaign of the United Way of the Central & South Okanagan Similkameen.

Give. Volunteer. Act.

Huber Bannister Chevrolet has an immediate opening for an experienced Licensed Automotive Technician – GM experience would be an asset.

This opportunity represents a full-time position with a dynamic, fast-paced automotive company for the right individual. Great wages, hours and benefits. Please send your resume, and references to rick.smith@huberbannister.com or drop off in person to 933 Westminster Ave. West, Penticton. Must have valid drivers’ license and be able to provide drivers abstract upon hire.

Penticton Western News Friday, May May 9, 9, 2014 2014

Employment

Employment

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

New WestJet flight opens up drivers positions. Ambrosia Tours requires drivers to meet a late evening flight at YLW & transport passengers to homes in Penticton area.

Drivers required for 7 days a week. Must have clean Class 4 DL & prefer a nonsmoker, send resumes to: info@ambrosiatours.ca PENTICTON TOWING is now hiring operators with or without experience for Penticton, Summerland & Princeton. Requirements are a Class 3 Driver’s License with air. Benefits package.

Please send resume to: dispatcher@penticton towing.com Do not attend for interview, candidates will be contacted.

NOW HIRING

426889 BC Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons

1077 Westminster Ave, Penticton, 1697 Fairview Road, Penticton, #100-2695 Skaha Lake Road, Penticton Food Counter Attendant (NOC: 6641) 25 Vacancies Flex Position: Permanent, Full-Time, Part-Time, Shift, Weekend, Day, Night, Evening, $10.25 Hourly + Medical Benefits Start Date: ASAP No experience or education required Apply now to: b.sym@shaw.ca Fax: 1.778.476.5991 Mail: 331 Martin St, Penticton, BC, V2A 5K6

We’re on the net at www.bcclassified.com

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Employment

Services

Services

Help Wanted

Ofce Support

Carpet Cleaning

Structurlam Products LP

BOYLE & Company, a long established law firm located in downtown Penticton, is seeking a Legal Assistant with experience in commercial security and commercial/residential real estate transactions. The ideal candidate will possess a background in the area of property development including subdivisions and drafting covenants, rights of way, easements and related agreements. A working knowledge of Land Title Office and Personal Property Registry practices for searches and registration is required. The position requires strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple demands and priorities is necessary.

Detail oriented with strong organizational and document production skills, you prefer to work independently within a collegial team environment. Flexible work hours could be considered. We offer a competitive wage along with a full comprehensive benefit package. If this sounds like you please forward resume to hr@boyleco.bc.ca. 100 Front St. Penticton BC V2A 1H1

Owner - Operator

Painting & Decorating

Employment

Employment

Help Wanted OKANAGAN Falls Irrigation District-Part Time Water System Operator (Weekends, Stat. Holidays & Vacation Relief). Experience in water system operations beneficial however training provided.

Applicants should be mechanically inclined, physical ability, strength & stamina is required to perform routine manual tasks in the maintenance of the water system. Upon request the short-listed applicants will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check & current Driver’s Abstract. A valid BC Class 5 Drivers License is required. Successful candidate must work towards Operator Certification. Forward a cover letter and resume to: Okanagan Falls Irrigation District, PO Box 110, Okanagan Falls, BC V0H 1R0 or email to ofid@telus.net by May 21, 2014 Peter’s Bros. Construction has positions open for Apprentice Mechanics & Shop Helpers with a mechanical background. Positions are also open for Experienced Paving Personnel. These are full-time positions with a full benefit package. Please pick up applications at 716 Okanagan Ave. E., Penticton, BC, V2A 3K6 between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

The Garage Hair Studio in Penticton is looking for a Hair stylist and Esthetician to join our team. We are a busy Salon in newly developed area looking for someone with a positive attitude and is a team player. Clientele is an asset but not required.

Please Contact Judy with resume and references at 778476-5777

is now hiring for a CNC Operator/Programmer to work on the Creno 5 Axis Machine Centre. Education in mechanical engineering technology is preferred. Structurlam Products is on the leading edge of designing and fabricating glulam and heavy timber structures. We offer competitive compensation and benefit package.

Please submit resumes to: Structurlam Products LP, email: hr@structurlam.com

Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services Penticton Lakeside Resort requires full-time cooks, please complete application and drop off resumes attention: “Chef Remington”

Labourers

Trades, Technical

WAYCON Manufacturing in Penticton is looking for a Painters Helper for the Paint Shop. Please apply in person or to waycon@waycon.net with a Cover Letter and Resume. Applicants with experience in paint prep and clean up will be an asset.

Civil Engineering Technologist II District of Kitimat, full time permanent, wage range $37.94 - $45.90, over two years.

Civil Technologist diploma required. Duties include infrastructure investigations, surveying, design, contract preparation, inspection and material testing on projects related to the municipality’s water, sewer, drainage and transportation systems. Proficiency with electronic survey equipment and AutoCad 3D, plus a valid BC driver’s license a must. Submit resumes by May 30, 2014, 4:30 pm, to: Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H7, fax 250-632-4995, or email dok@kitimat.ca.

Further information can be obtained from our website at www.kitimat.ca

Carriers Needed

2 Days a Week - Early Mornings

The Penticton Western News has Routes available in these areas for Wednesday & Friday:

• Penticton

- Carmi Ave. Area Rte 25 - Orchard Ave. Area Rte 45C

• Osoyoos • Oliver • Summerland For more info please call 250-492-0444 Ext: 219 or 205 or email:

circulation@pentictonwesternnews.com

www.blackpress.ca

BLACK PRESS Busy Press & Newspaper distribution centre in Penticton has an opening for a Collating person. This is an evening shift, hours may vary. You must be able to stand for long hours, be in good health, reliable & eager to learn. Competitive salary & benefits.

Please submit resume to: Penticton Western News-Black Press 2250 Camrose Street, Penticton, BC V2A 8R1 (No phone inquiries please)

(1) 250-899-3163

3 Rooms For $299, 2 Coats Any Colour

GREEN VALLEY CARPET CARE

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

CALL 250-809-4965

Rubbish Removal

www.greenvalleycarpetcare.ca

Garbage hauling, metal hauling, batteries, furniture/appliances hauled to dump, dirty jobs too! (250)488-6707 PENTICTON Junk Removal!

Anything goes!

Household waste, furniture and appliances to the dump 250-770-0827

Green - Clean - Thorough Dry in 2 hours only! or visit:

Cleaning Services

B & C Cleaning, residential, commercial & construction cleaning, yard clean-ups & maintenance, licensed & bonded, Bill & Cheryl Watson, owner operators, (250)4887964

St. Andrews By the Lake Golf Course is looking for full and part time servers, above minimum wage, fax resume to: 250-497-5287 or email: standrews@shawbiz.ca

Be Part of Our Team.

WWW.PAINTSPECIAL.COM

A) MISS MOP N’ TASKER. Licensed, bonded & insured professional house cleaning service. Contact 250-809-7522

SERVERS/ BARTENDERS: The Naramata Pub & Grill, a newly refreshed pub-style restaurant, is looking for high energy and friendly staff to join our team! Serving It Right required. Email resume: info@naramatapub.ca by May 21.

Help Wanted

HERE COME THE PAINTERS, 13 years experience, Interior/Exterior, 250-486-2331 P.A. Design, Interior Decorating consultations, for appointment call 250-490-6756

Services

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

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

Hairstylists Experienced stylist required for full or part time, excellent wage and advanced training opportunities, busy salon with high volume walk-in traffic, resumes to Shingata Salon or call 250-490-5045 or 250492-8285 Wanted for busy well-established salon & spa with lots of walk-ins, great opportunity for motivated stylist or esthetician to build a clientele, drop resume off at Body & Sol, or call Rose at 250-492-4116

Medical/Dental

Countertops REFACE Countertops.

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

Garden & Lawn Valley Wide Lawn & Yard Care. Fully experienced fruit tree and landscape pruner.

Now booking 2014 lawn care packages. Mowing, power raking and aeration. NO charge fertilizer program, free estimates. Phone Gerald at 250493-5161. Serving Penticton to Osoyoos areas.

Home Improvements ARE YOU WANTING TO RENOVATE? Framing, gyproc, painting, ooring, bathrooms, decks, windows and doors 35 years experience home/business References Available Licensed, Insured, WCB Ted Lund (250)490-7991

BELCAN

Painting & Reno’s

licensed, insured, WCB

KALEDEN Tile - Professional installation of all types of tile and stone. Glass back splashes, tile floors, fireplaces, showers and pans. Free estimates, insured, references and pictures available. No Job to big or small. Glen 250-488-1985

Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay Green Oat Hay, square bales, no rain, stored in shed, $4/bale. (250)558-5430

Livestock Premium Wood Shavings New supplier of Animal bedding, starting at $250 for 54 cubic yards delivered, (250)770-0214

Pets HAVANESE/BICHON X puppies, vet checked, 1st set of shots, delivery available.

(250)804-6848

Merchandise for Sale

Antiques / Vintage COUNTRY HOME ANTIQUES New shipment from Sweden Sat & Sun, 11am-5, or by appt. Specializing in Swedish Antiques. 4262 MacDonald Rd (off Otter Lake Rd) Armstrong 250-546-2529

painting, tiling, ooring, kitchen/bath reno’s, carpentry nishing,

Appliances

www.belcan.ca lenmass@gmail.com

Kenmore Washer & Dryer, 1 year old, like new, $400, White Kenmore Fridge, Maytag Washer & Dryer, mint, $300, can deliver, 250-770-0827

Len (250)486-8800

Moving & Storage At U1ST - MOVING 2 men on a two ton truck. $70/hr. Call 250-859-8362.

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

Medical/Dental

MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT Princeton, B.C. Full time position – 40 hours per week

The Cascade Medical Clinic in Princeton B.C. is seeking a Medical Office Assistant to work as part of their team in their fast paced medical office environment.

Candidate must have successfully completed an MOA program or have relevant experience and education.

The successful candidate will require a strong knowledge of computers. Experience working with Med Access is an asset but not required.

Please email resume and references to:

sosdivision@shaw.ca

www.blackpress.ca

Tiling

Or fax: 778-476-5992 Closing date: Friday May 16th, 2014

Firearms Wanted, Winchester Model 88 Lever Action CAL 243, must be in nice condition! alternate could be CAL25-06 but must have clip-in magazine (no junk), 250-488-1808 lve msg.

Furniture Light brown & black corner computer desk, $100 obo, will deliver, 250-809-8772

Garage Sales 2872 Skaha Lake Rd, across from WalMart. 1Day only, May 10th, 8am-3pm. Tools, bikes, toys & more.

Antique Garage Sale Saturday, May 10, 8-12. 154 Pineview Dr., Kaleden, China cabinet, 20’s metal crib, daybed frame, 40’s display cabinet, china, dolls, misc.

Caravilla Multi Yard Sales Sat., May 10, 8am-1pm Drive through 3105 S. Main St & Wilson St. entrances Estate Sale, lots of tools, furniture & more! Sat., May 10, 8am-gone, 2700 Thornber St., Trout Creek (Sum) GARAGE/ESTATE Sale Saturday May 10, 8:00 am. to 1:00pm. 655 Wiltse Blvd. Penticton Garage Sale, 1333 Balfour St., (back patio), Sat., May 10, 8am-noon, rain or shine!

Multi-Family Garage Sale, Sat., May 10, 8am-noon, 250 Greenwood Dr.

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Merchandise for Sale

Friday, May 9, 2014 Penticton Western News

Real Estate

Rentals

Transportation

Legal

Legal

Legal

Auto Financing

Legal Notices

Legal Notices

Legal Notices

Warehouse Liens Act Dong Van TA PLEASE TAKE NOTICE That in accordance with the Warehouse Liens Act, Penticton Towing & Recovery of 1325 Commercial Way, Penticton, British Columbia, claims a lien in the amount of $3146.79 on your â&#x20AC;&#x153;1988 Mazda Black B2200 VIN# JM2UF2135J0373987â&#x20AC;? for towing, storage and administrative costs. If the amount is not sooner paid, the vehicle will be sold at auction on June 12, 2014 at 1 PM to recover the amount owed plus the cost of the sale.

WAREHOUSEMANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LIEN SALE In accordance with the Warehousemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lien Act in the Province of British Columbia, goods and personal property of Dorothy Lynn Holman was deposited with Cookson International Trucks Inc. for storage has been seized and will be disposed of for public sale on May 19, 2014 at 1380 Commercial Way, Penticton, British Columbia to recover the costs of the unpaid storage and all other costs, in the amount of $3862.00. The property for sale consists of the following: 1987 International Van Serial number 1HTLCHXM7HH481974.

The Property can be viewed by contacting the bailiff. The highest bid may not be accepted. All sealed bids must be sent to ALPHA BAILIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AND COLLECTIONS a division of CAC BAILIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AND COLLECTIONS LTD. 1380 Commercial Way, Penticton, British Columbia, V2H 3H6, email:cliff@alphabailiffs.com Phone 250-490-2030.

WAREHOUSEMANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LIEN SALE In accordance with the Warehousemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lien Act in the Province of British Columbia, goods and personal property of Ly Kim Nina was deposited with Penticton Towing for storage has been seized and will be disposed of for public sale on May 19, 2014 at 1380 Commercial Way, Penticton, British Columbia to recover the costs of the unpaid storage and all other costs in the amount of $4310.99. The property for sale consists of the following: 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee serial number 1J4GW58N61C609243.

The property can be viewed by contacting the bailiff. The highest bid may not be accepted. All sealed bids must be sent to ALPHA BAILIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AND COLLECTIONS a division of CAC BAILIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AND COLLECTIONS LTD. 1380 Commercial Way, Penticton, British Columbia, V2A 3H6, email:cliff@alphabailiffs.com Phone 250-490-2030

Garage Sales

Acreage for Sale

Homes for Rent

Garage Sale, 8am-noon, Sat., May 10, 190 Woodlands Pl., cdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, some tools, kitchen table & chairs, kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bikes, clothes, toys, Espresso Maker & more!

6.27 Ac. near Edgewood, full RV hookup, $94,900, cash offers, e mail for pics: selkirk8@telus.net 250-269-7328

Keremeos 524 6th Ave., 3 beds, 2 baths, W/D, fenced yard, $1050/month plus hydro, N/S Pets iffy. Must verify income.

Apply in person evenings.

Linden Estates Annual Garage Sale/moving sale, May 10, 8am - 1pm, 8700 Jubilee Rd E, Summerland. 3x7 rare English pub style pool table, $1000; sunbeam gas bbq, $75; bar fridge, $75; chrome table w/3 chairs, hide-a-bed, floor steamer, vhs/dvd tapes, various tools, household items, misc.

Lots and lots of treasures!

Home decor, household items, new picture frames, casual dining, pottery, collector pottery, vases, jewelry boxes, cactus plants, small furnishings, Sat., May 10 and Sun., May 11, 9am2pm, 4201 Valleyview Road (south end) Penticton MID-CENTURY MODERN ESTATE SALE German Pottery, Glass Collection, furniture (indoor/outdoor) & collectibles, Sat., May 10, 7:30-2pm, 152 Sumac Ave., Kaleden Moving Sale, Fri., May 9, 4-7pm, 135 Greenwood Dr., new lawnmower, kitchen set, sofa beds, household, furniture, garden furniture, & more Moving Sale; sofa, recliner chair, kitchen table set, big metal desk & more, good deals, Sat., May 10, 8amnoon, 107-3400 Wilson St., (The Springs) Multi-family Garage Sale, household, tools, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s toys, misc., Sat. May 10, 8am1pm, 1182 Poplar Grove Rd. Multi-family yard sale, 2636 Cornwall Dr., Sat., May 10, 8am-2pm Oliver Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market Open Every Weekend Saturday, 8am-4pm Sunday, 9am-4pm Turn downhill off Hwy 97 at Chevron Shop or Sell Outside Spaces Now Available Call Cory 250-408-4222 Sat. 8am-2pm, 1655 Scotia St. Furniture, yard items, clothing etc.

Yard Sale, Sat., May 10, 8am3pm, lots of good stuff, 104 Cleland Dr.

For Sale By Owner Open House, Sat/Sun, May 10/11, noon-3pm, 3bdrm, 3bath 1/2 duplex, great location, investors; both sides available, 102-548 Papineau St., (250)770-8690 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 PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS from $140,000. www.orlandoprojects.com Also: Spectacular 3 acre parcel owner financing. 250-558-7888

Recreational From custom building to major repairs, insurance claims, renovations & parts. Free estimates, reasonable rates and seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; discounts available.

For all your RV Needs, call 250-493-7445 Penticton

Rentals

Commercial/ Industrial 5000sqft bldg. & fenced outdoor storage in Kelowna at a great deal! Call 250-878-6455 APPLE PLAZA, Prime Central location, 2300sqft. in busy plaza, ample parking, also 220 sqft. shared office space avail., call Barb 250-492-6319 Industrial area office & yard space, approx. 700s qft office, approx. 1/2 acre fenced yard, contact Ted, 250-490-6415 or 250-493-4545

Farms

Misc. Wanted Wanted, single roll away cot in good condition, Phone (250)493-7404

Musical Instruments EZee Piano Systems Š Sign up for your free introductory piano lesson. www.joannahibberd.com

Sporting Goods RUGER 10-22â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & Remington 597â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on sale. Glock 17, 20, 21, 22, CZ 527 & 452 & 550, Ruger Americanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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

Large, 2bdrm, ground level, laundry, private entrance, across from PCC, avail. May 15, np, ns, $850+util., (250)494-8741

Transportation

Auto Accessories/Parts

Apt/Condo for Rent

For lease - 3 acre Apple Orchard in Kaleden, BC. Nice variety of apples. 252-497-8598

Treadmill, $100, Pilates $100, Tread Climber, $800, 250-492-3018, please leave message

Suites, Lower HIGHLAND motel suites avail now, 1140 Burnaby Ave., 250809-1253, 250-488-2206

Homes for Rent Gallagher Lake Oliver, 4bdrm, 2.5ba, large home, large fenced lot, 5appl., refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & security dep. req., np, ns, $1300+util., (250)462-4007 Small 2bdrm home, Olalla, avail. June 1, $450/mo., 250809-2743

1999 Ford Four Winds V10 Class C MH, 29â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Only 34,300kms!!!

Reduced to $21,900. Walk-around Q-bed with new mattress. Gas range/oven, & MW. Dual 2 door fridge. Generator. New battery. Sleeps 6-8. Pics available by e-mail karenchuck@eastlink.ca Motiv ated to sell! (illness) Osoyoos 250-495-3385 or 250-4861565 or 250-535-0091

Scrap Car Removal *1AA SCRAP REMOVAL. WE WILL BEAT ALL COMPETITORS PRICING, 250-801-4199

Tow dolly for sale. Good condition, spare tire. Asking $895.

Russell at 250-809-5501.

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

We might have what you need. Prices vary according to size and quality. Starting at $25.00. Call us or drop in to Larsens Excel 555 Okanagan Ave East 250-492-5630 Penticton

1984 GMC, 1 ton dually, flat black, rebuilt 454, turbo 400, new interior, cowl hood, headers, lots done, runs excellent, $3000 obo, 778-476-2046 2008 GMC 2500 HD, ext cab, SB, 4x4, auto SLE, gas, 177K, $14,700. obo 250-307-7883

Auto Financing Immaculate 1997 Ford 150xlt

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

Mobile Homes & Pads RENOVATED 1994 2bdrm mobile home with a large addition and a carport, 15min east of Sicamous along the Eagle river on a fenced private acreage. Horses and pets considered non smokers preferred. $650/mo + hydro for inquiries or more information call or text 403-829-1744 or email carly.procyshyn@gmail.com

1982 Okanagan 5th Wheel, 17ft, all amenities, sleeps 5, great cond., $900, call 778476-2046

Towing

1bdrm $650, 2bdrm, $800, adult/senior oriented, clean, quiet, cat ok, 250-492-7328 $600/mo June 01. Character Batch. apt, historic building, lake view, on bus route, clean, quiet, respectful person, n/s, n/p. 250-492-6319

Misc. for Sale

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

Recreational/Sale

Houses For Sale At Skaha Beach, 2 bedroom Modular home, Sun Leisure Park, #47, newly renovated, $46,999 obo, may finance with good down payment, call (250)492-6798

10x20 well-insulated addition, must be moved, can be used as a shed, asking $2000 obo, (250)488-1239 A- STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;45â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 53â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and insulated containers all sizes in stock.

SPECIAL Trades are welcome.

40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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

PENTICTON - Avail. June 1.

Sm. 2 bdrm + den home w/large fenced yard on Bennett Ave., 5 appl. & heat pump. N/S in house. Pets OK. $1025/month + utilities. Damage (& pet if applicable) deposit required. 250-497-5065

$4,250 250-718-4969 (Kelowna)

Apt/Condo for Rent

Apt/Condo for Rent

REALTY EXECUTIVES VANTAGE HOUSES: $975

Some renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2.5 bdrm, 1 bath, grd flr, of four plex, 5 appl, unfinished basement, no pets, no smoking. Avail. NOW (H691-3) Prospective tenants must complete an application form at:

280 MAIN STREET, PENTICTON, B.C. V2A 5B2 PHONE: 250-493-4372 - www.rentalspenticton.com Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Warehouse Liens Act Jeffrey Darrell KIMMIE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE That in accordance with the Warehouse Liens Act, Penticton Towing & Recovery of 1325 Commercial Way, Penticton, British Columbia claims a lien in the amount of $5494.14 on your â&#x20AC;&#x153;1997 Dodge Dakota Black VIN# 1B7GG2349VS292475â&#x20AC;? for towing, storage and administrative costs. If the amount is not sooner paid, the vehicle will be sold at auction on June 12, 2014 at 1 PM to recover the amount plus the cost of the sale.

WAREHOUSEMANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LIEN SALE In accordance with the Warehousemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lien Act in the Province of British Columbia, goods and personal property of Charles Kurt Cornell was deposited with Penticton Towing for storage has been seized and will be disposed of for public sale on May 19, 2014 at 1380 Commercial Way, Penticton, British Columbia to recover the costs of the unpaid storage and all other costs, in the amount of $2720.90. The property for sale consists of the following: 2009 Honda LTDMC Motorcycle Serial number: JH2AF605X9K500693 The property can be viewed by contacting the bailiff. The highest bid may not be accepted. All sealed bids must be sent to ALPHA BAILIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AND COLLECTIONS a division of CAC BAILIFFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AND COLLECTIONS LTD. 1380 Commercial Way, Penticton, British Columbia, V2A 3H6, email:cliff@alphabailiffs.com Phone 250-490-2030

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Friday Social dance at South Main Drop-In Centre, 2965 South Main St. Join us for music by Vince’s Orchestra starting at 7:30 p.m. $6 per person.

All welcome.

S eniorS P enticton comPuter Club dropin sessions Monday and Friday from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

People may sign up for memberships, classes or have computer problems solved. Picture class on Mondays from 2:30 to 4 p.m. eight week grieFSuPPort walking group on alternate Friday and Wednesday mornings starting at the Penticton Art Gallery from 10 a.m. to noon, April 11 to May 30. Please call Andrea at

250-492-9071 ext. 2203 for more information. royal canadian legion branch 40 has daily lunches from Monday to Thursday, with fish and chips on Friday at 11:30 a.m., all-you-can-eat spaghetti at 6 p.m. for $7. the oliver Senior Centre, 5876 Airport St., has bingo with a loonie pot every Friday at 1 p.m.

SeniorS SingleS lunch Club welcomes 65-plus each Friday. For location call 250-496-5980 or 250770-8622. elkS club on Ellis Street has drop-in fun darts and pool at 7 p.m. Mothers’ Day Basket Draw. alcoholicS anonymouS haS a Primary Purpose meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the Heritage Centre on Green Mountain Road. Bring your Big Book.

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890 wing oF South Okanagan Air Force Association meets at 4 p.m. in the clubhouse at 126 Dakota Ave. anavetS haS karaoke with Shawna at 8 p.m., Scotch doubles pool at 6:30 p.m. b ereavement t he reSource Centre at 626 Martin St. hosts a weekly drop in grief support sessions Friday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Adults welcome. For more information on other available programs or support in the loss of a pet, call 250-4901107. eagleS have dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. with entertainment following.

SATURDAY May 10

Pen high StudentS have cancelled their Dry Grad bottle drive and carwash planned for this morning. kyle anderSon iS hosting a CD release party from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Opus Café, featuring music from his new album A Family Original in an unplugged setting at Opus Cafe. Tickets are $15 and are available in advance at Opus Cafe or call 778476-5856 to reserve din-

ner and the 8 p.m. show. the Penticton garden Club’s annual plant sale runs from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Community Market, near Main and Front Street. royal canadian legion branch 40 has crib at 10 a.m. meat draw at 2 p.m. and a dinner and dance with music by Terry Bremner at 6 p.m. elkS club on Ellis Street has crib at 10 a.m., drop-in darts at 4 p.m., meat draw at 4:30 p.m. and dinner at 5:30 p.m.

Fraternal order oF Eagles have hamburgers from noon to 4 p.m.

Beaver races at 4 p.m.

Guests welcome. anavetS haS memberS only pool at noon, dinner by Stu 5:30 p.m. and entertainment by Buzz Byer at 6:30 p.m. alcoholicS anonymouS haS its 12 bells group at noon at the Oasis United Church at 2964 Skaha Lake Rd. The Saturday night group meets at 8 p.m. at 150 Orchard Ave. and in Summerland, the Grapevine meeting is at 8 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. Call service 24 hours is 250-490-9216. charity bottle drive with all money going to

the Penticton Regional Hospital pediatric ward, SPCA and Critteraid. Drop off from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at IGA on Government Street. al-anon meetS at the Oasis United Church at 2964 Skaha Lake Rd. from 6 to 7 p.m. For info call 250-490-9272.

Summerland PleaSure PainterS meet every Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre. New members and drop-ins are welcome.

Contact Ruth at 494-7627 for info.

SUNDAY May 11

SPca Flea market every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1550 Main St. (in Wholesale Club parking lot). bring your mother and friends to the Ladies Auxiliary pancake breakfast from 8:30 a.m. till noon on May 11 in the Penticton Legion, 502 Martin St. $4 gets you pancakes, sausage, ham, orange juice and coffee.

Fifty cents more gives you strawberries and cream.

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Exhibit in the Tempest Room at Lake Breeze Winery, opening with a gala event from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. and featuring the work of 10 local photographers, running until October.

SurvivorShiP’S Flea market runs every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1652 Fairview Rd. For more information call 250-493-6604. come dance to the greatest dance music ever made with D.J. Emil from 7 to 9 p.m. at the South Main Drop-In Centre, 2965 South Main St. $3 per person. All welcome. anavetS haS motherS Day celebrations, horse races and meat draws at 2 p.m. royal canadian legion branch 40 has a meat draw at 2 p.m. church lakelandS holdS Sunday services on the second floor of the Penticton Community Centre from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Everyone is welcome. For more info contact info@ lakelandschurch.com. elkS club on Ellis Street has dog races at 2:30 p.m., M&M meat draw and Last Man Standing.

Fraternal order oF Eagles has wings from

noon to 4 p.m. and a meat draw at 4 p.m.

Members and guests welcome. alcoholicS anonymouS meetS in OK Falls at 10:30 a.m. at 5328 Hawthorne St., then in Penticton at 11 a.m. for the women’s group at the Lawn Bowling Club, 260 Brunswick St. The Sunday 123 group meets at 8 p.m. in the Education Room in the basement of the Penticton hospital.

The closed men’s group meets at 11 a.m. at the Eagles hall at 1197 Main St., side door, upstairs.

MONDAY May 12

evening line dancing every Monday at 7 p.m., line dance lessons for beginners every Tuesday at 10 a.m. and intermediate every Thursday at 9 a.m. All lessons at the Oliver Senior Centre, 5876 Airport St., with teacher Claire Denney.

Call 778-439-2070 for more information. iode thriFt ShoP at 464 Main St. is open from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Clothing, kitchenwares, china items, pictures and more.

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calendar T he P enTicTon AcAdemy of Music presents the last in its series of Coffee Concerts in Leir House from 10 to 11 a.m., featuring the classical guitar duo of Selwyn Redivo and Jonathan Stuchbery.

Join us at 9:30 a.m. for a pre-concert cup of coffee and goodies. Tickets are $10 available at the Leir House. For more information call 250-493-7977.

FiTness Friends meeT at 10 a.m. in the Legion hall at 502 Martin St. Come get in shape. Call Dot at 250-492-5400.

FrATernAl order oF Eagles has pub dart league at 7:30 p.m. souTh mAin droP-in Centre has improver line dance at 9 a.m., Scrabble at 10 a.m., carpet bowling at 10:45 a.m., easy to intermediate line dance at 1 p.m., and duplicate bridge at 1 p.m. royAl cAnAdiAn legion branch 40 has dart dolls at 11 a.m., bridge at 1 p.m. and darts at 7 p.m.

Floor curling AT 12:45 p.m. every Monday except holidays in the Leisure Centre, 439 Winnipeg St. elks club on Ellis Street has Monday night pub league Darts windup at 6 p.m. m enTAl W ellness cenTre has Brown Bag family support group from noon to 1 p.m. weekly and individual support for family members from 2 to 4 p.m. weekly. Call 250493-7338 for more info.

Alcoholics Anonymous nux group meets at 7:30 p.m. in the Heritage Centre at Green Mountain Road and Penticton I.R. Road.

Summerland 12 and 12 group at 8 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. in the United Church basement.

TUESDAY May 13

liTerAcy noW And Okanagan College are partnering to present the fifth annual Adult Spelling Bee Challenge to raise funds for Literacy Now South OkanaganSimilkameen from 7 to 9 a.m. at the Penticton Golf and Country Club.

Visit www.literacynowsos.ca to register a team. It

is only $25 to register (or you can have your family and friends sponsor you).

Breakfast provided thanks to the City of Penticton.

More information at www.literacynowso-s.ca. royAl cAnAdiAn legion has an executive meeting at 10 a.m., Navy Vets lunch and meeting starting at 11:30 a.m. and a service officer at 1 p.m.

PenTicTon Women in Business Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Penticton Ramada.

Weather permitting, this luncheon will be held outside, by the pool.

Guest speaker is Monica Sahlmark. Register by email at pwib@telus. net by May 10.

VisPAssAnA (insighT) mediTATion for beginners or mature practitioners every Tuesday evening from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m.

Please call Debora for details at 250-462-7340.

All welcome, no charge.

Al-Anon For Friends and family of alcoholics meets at 10:30 a.m. at 2800 South Main St. and 6:45 p.m. at 157 Wade Ave. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian. Call 250490-9272 for info.

FrATernAl order oF Eagles has drop-in euchre at 7 p.m. Guests welcome. concerT PenTicTon bAnd rehearses from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Lutheran Church, 1370 Church St. Intermediate to advanced musicians. All band instruments. The band is available for performances. Phone 250-8092087 for info or email info@pentictonconcertband.ca.

ToPs b.c. 4454 has weekly meetings from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at 445 Ellis St. Use back lane entrance. Meetings are downstairs. Phone Susan at 250-496-5931 or Sally at 250-492-6556. okAnAgAn FAlls seniors’ Centre has pool at 6:30 p.m. and music from 7 to 9 p.m. elks on ellis Street has crib wars at 1 p.m. and 10-card crib at 7 p.m.

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Okanagan Air Force Association gets together for a gab and coffee every Tuesday at 9 a.m. at 126 Dakota Ave. yogA mediTATion/VegeTAriAn suPPer is upstairs in the Elks Lodge at 344 Ellis St. in Penticton

Ave. in the Outreach Centre. Call/text Guy at 250-460-2466 or Niki at 250-460-0798.

Beginners’ meeting runs at 8 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church at 157 Wade Ave. 890 Wing oF South

building at 5876 Airport St. in Oliver. Become a more confident speaker.

Call Bill at 250-485-0006 or Melba at 250-4988850 for details.

Alcoholics Anonymous young person’s group at 7:30 p.m. at 150 Orchard

Cherry Lane Shopping Centre. For more info, call Sherry at 250-4936564 or email sherry.wezner@mssociety.ca. o kAnAgAn s ouTh meet ToAsTmAsTers every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the community services

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Donations accepted. All welcome. menTAl Wellness cenTre has individual support for family members in Summerland from 10 a.m. to noon at 13211 Henry St.

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