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The RCAF Snowbirds landed at the Penticton airport on Monday to prepare for their show on Wednesday at 6 p.m. for opening day of the Penticton Peach Festival. The show is sponsored by Peters Brothers Construction.

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Canada’s iconic aerobatic aviators will once again take to the skies Aug. 5 to officially kickoff the five days of free family fun that is the Penticton Peach Festival.

The RCAF Snowbirds air demonstration squadron arrived earlier this week and are scheduled to begin their 30-minute show at 6 p.m. over the waters of Okanagan Lake.

Peach Fest organizers are estimating between 15,000 and 20,000 people will crowd

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the shoreline and other nearby vantage points to see the skilled pilots put the familiar red and white Tutor jets through their paces.

Once again this year the aerial ballet is courtesy of the generosity of Peters Bros.

Construction which provides full sponsorship.

The team last performed in Penticton in 2013 and this year the pilots will also be on main stage at Okanagan Lake Park (next to the Lakeside Resort and Casino) at 9 p.m.

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“Having the Snowbirds back is great for Peach Festival and it’s always a highlight and a great way to kick off the event,” said festival president Don Kendall. “And without Peters Bros. we wouldn’t have them.”

Since arriving in the Peach City it’s not been all work for the squadron. Aug. 4 was, for the most part, a day off for the team which included two dozen members enjoying a leisurely float down the Okanagan River Channel.

“It was really a lot of fun today,” said Lt. Patricia Brunelle the public affairs officer

travelling with the squadron. “It’s important to be able to do this, because things get pretty busy and this is such a beautiful place.

This is great because it lets people relax and take time away from a job that can be a little stressful at times.”

Another fun event some of the team will be taking part in is the second annul peach bin race sponsored by the Downtown Penticton Association. It takes place at noon Aug. 5 on Main Street.

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Federal election campaign begins Steve Kidd

Western News Staff

The date for the next federal election remains the same, but Canadian voters are now in the longest election campaign in recent history.

Sunday, Aug. 2 marked the beginning of the 2015 federal election campaign, 11 weeks ahead of the scheduled election date of Oct. 19.

“Eleven weeks is a long time for people to listen to the campaigning and to see the signage littering the countryside,” said Liberal candidate Connie Denesiuk. “I think it is going to be wearisome for the public, but at the same time, I am excited to be kicking off the campaign locally.”

Across the country, 87 per cent of the ridings have had boundary changes, with OkanaganCoquihalla split into two new ridings by drawing a new boundary between Summerland and Penticton, and merging the southern half with the West Kootenays.

With incumbent Conservative MP Dan Albas choosing to run in the new Central OkanaganSimilkameen-Nicola riding, and Alex Atamanenko, NDP incumbent for the former B.C. Southern Interior riding retiring, the field for the new South Okanagan West Kootenay riding was left open.

The three current challengers for the riding are Denesiuk, Marshall Neufeld for the Conservatives, Richard Cannings for the NDP and Brian Gray as an independent. The Green Party have yet to name a candidate for SOWK, but say they are planning to field a candidate.

Cannings said he expects the riding will see a hard fought race between the Conservatives and the NDP. “It gives us a riding where we have a real chance of winning. We think we have a very good chance of defeating the conservatives here,” said Cannings.

Neufeld, who was selected as the Conservative candidate in 2014, has been campaigning for some time.

“I have been door-knocking

for a couple of months now,” said Neufeld, adding that he doesn’t expect the lengthy election period to affect his plans, though he admits it will be a hard battle for the Conservatives to take the new riding. “It is certainly going to be a tighter race. I believe it is going to be a tight race between the leadership being offered by Stephen Harper and the economic and foreign affairs policies of Thomas Mulcair.”

Political pundits atthreehundredeight.com have SOWK heavily slanted to the NDP, projecting 47.5 per cent of the vote. Conservative is projected at 29.4 per cent, and Liberal at 13.2.

“If we had a NDP government under Tom Mulcair, just think of the changes that would happen,” said Cannings, pointing to policies like affordable child care and increased corporate income taxes.

“The Conservatives have tried to paint themselves as good fiscal managers, but they have run seven consecutive deficits.

“The economy is faltering as the American economy is revving up to the south. It is really time for change.”

Denesiuk said the Liberal platform is geared towards change.

“Substantive change is what we need, is what I am hearing, and that is exactly what our plan is going to do,” she said. “Conservatives have the worst economic record since the 1930s. Our economy is in a dismal state and we have to get back on track.”

Neufeld describes himself as bringing both political and business experience, if elected.

“I have been in politics for 15 years now, starting off as a volunteering for Stockwell Day during his leadership race and having worked for 2.5 years as his parliamentary assistant in Ottawa. I understand well the duties and responsibilities of an MP,” he said.

“I feel I am well positioned to be a strong voice advocating for the riding.”

Like Neufeld, Cannings has never been elected, though he has run for office for the B.C. NDP provincially. A noted author, he said his professional background as a biologist and ecologist set him apart.

“I think it would be really important to have more of a scientific voice in parliament,” said Cannings, adding that the Conservative government has been muzzling scientists for far too long as well as damaging laws protecting the environment. “I think we need to hear the voice of reason in our government.”

Denesiuk, a former school board chair, said that after serving on the boards of many advocacy groups has given her wide political experience.

“I know what it takes to represent people with a strong voice.

I’ve done it at the provincial level, I have done it at the local level and I have done it at the national level,” she said. “This is a very diverse riding, with more than 40 communities. We need to bring the riding together and I am good at that.”

Independent candidate Brian Gray could not be reached for comment, but in his campaign literature he said he chose to run to “offer Canadians an alternative to the bankrupt and dying City of London/Wall Street Banking Empire and the desperate British/US/ NATO axis’ unjustified and unwarranted war drive against Russia and China.”

“The underlying issue and critical imperative of my policy platform is for Canada to align with the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) nations and to join the Chinese initiated (AIIB) the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank,” wrote Gray.

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The first plane to arrive at the airport this week was Snowbird 10 flown by Cpt. Greg Mendes of Calgary, Alta. with Ottawa’s Cpl. Andrew Valentine, the team’s technical co-ordinator avionics technician at his side.

“It’s a dream come true for me to have the opportunity to fly the Canadair Tutor and be part of the Snowbirds,” said Mendes who is in his second year with the team. “I think the thing I’ve learned the most being part of the team is the type of honesty and self regulation of doing this job. For every 30 minutes of flying during the show is an hour and a half of debriefing.

“It brings a lot of self analysis and being honest with ourselves with the types of errors we make and that’s what keeps the show safe.

That’s the type of teamwork and skills that I’ve learned and I like it.”

During the show, Mendes is on the ground and is in constant communication with the ThE RCAF SnowbiRdS move along the tarmac to the parking spots following their arrival at Penticton Regional Airport, Aug. 3. Snowbirds aviation team lead in the sky and the technician Andrew Valentine (below left) explains some of the Tutor jets internal workings to Connor Robinson of Penticton.

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“This is a beautiful area and we love doing shows over water,” he said. “It’s gorgeous and we love being here.”

For technician Valentine ,most of his work is behind Western News Staff the scenes which is just the way he likes it.

The City of Penticton and BC Transit are ofHe admitted there are perfering extended hours in support of the Peach sonal challenges about being Festival from Aug. 5 to 9. on the road for much of the Route #5, Main Street to Skaha Lake, will year. be modified to better serve residents and visi“It’s a different lifestyle, tors who are attending the festival.

I miss my dog, I miss doOn Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sating work on my truck and urday evening hours will be extended from the working on things around the current 6 p.m. until midnight. Sunday service house, but the rewards are on the Route #5 will be introduced for Aug. 9 definitely worth it,” he said. only with service hours from 8:48 a.m. to mid“Absolutely this is like famnight. ily and the reception we get The last bus leaves the Peach Festival site wherever we go is unreal. I at 11:38 p.m. A temporary bus stop will be set wouldn’t trade it.” up at Okanagan Lake Park for the extra serPilots have accepted the vice. Regular fares apply. challenge to race in the Peach For more information on fares, routes, maps Bin Races on Wednesday at and schedules please consult bctransit.com/ 11:45 a.m. in front of City penticton/home or call 250-492-5602.

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No impaired drivers on long weekend Dale Boyd

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Protest at city hall — Duane Martin (front) and chris MacKay, part of an organizing crew, hang up protest signs at Penticton city hall on tuesday to show city council their objection to allowing a private development take place on a leased portion of skaha lake Park. about 100 people were outside city hall by 5 p.m. in advance of a council meeting. Protest organizers said they have 3,000 signatures on a petition calling for a referendum.

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Hotel proposal back on city council agenda Steve Kidd

Western News Staff

A hotel proposal that has been stirring controversy in Penticton is back on city council’s agenda.

Earlier this year, the city brought forward the possibility of building a new fivestar hotel as part of the South Okanagan Events Centre complex, and asked for expressions of interest.

Colleen Pennington, the city’s economic development officer, confirmed staff has evaluated two expressions of interest, and will be taking the results to city council on Aug. 4.

“We have finished the evaluation. That is what we are presenting at council and looking for them to make a recommendation on where they want to go next,” said Pennington.

Pennington will be presenting the results to council at an in-camera meeting which occurs after the Western News press deadline. She hopes council will be able to report the outcome at the regular council meeting.

“Hopefully we can just go public with it right away,” she said. “We are hoping to resolve it as soon as possible, just to make sure there is certainty and everybody

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knows what the outcomes are.”

The request for expressions of interest was issued on May 15, with an original deadline of June 15. That was eventually extended to July 23 when additional research turned up a century-old indenture on the land that limited its use to park, sports and recreation, a horse racing track or public benefit.

The indenture specified that any other use required a referendum: “the assent of majority of the city’s duly qualified electors expressed in the same manner as at a vote for elections of members to a municipal council.”

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Penticton RCMP noticed an improvement over years past as people headed out on the water for August long weekend.

RCMP Cpl. Don Wrigglesworth said police checked nearly 100 boats with no incidents of impaired drivers, or even suspicions of impaired drivers.

“There were no impaired boaters found and even a person at the OK Marina said there was a huge difference this year that he saw for this weekend. Often they are having to call in for people drinking and boating,” Wrigglesworth said.

Police took to bikes, ATVs and boats and were joined by bike patrol volunteers as they ramped up their presence for the weekend.

“Generally, the whole dynamic of August long weekend here was pretty family friendly.

Lots of families in town,” Wrigglesworth said.

“When I was out on the water everyone was safe and respectful, not a lot of complaints from other boaters about that boater kind of thing.”

However, Wrigglesworth said he did see a lot of people who were towing skiers or tubers improperly, a more serious offence than some may realize.

“The one thing that was surprising was people towing skiers or tubers without a spotter.

That’s a Criminal Code offence,” Wrigglesworth said, adding that the fine comes with not just a ticket costing upwards of $250, but a court date as well.

Around half of the stand-up paddle boarders out this weekend didn’t have the required safety equipment, which is the same as a boat. A life jacket, a sounding device like a whistle and a 15-metre rope.

The fine can reach up to $230 for operating a watercraft without a life jacket.

“Some rental companies are telling people that life jackets are optional,” Wrigglesworth said. “It’s very important that you have these things with you on a paddle board.”

which has the potential for serious impacts to the ecosystem and community.

Residents are asked to reduce their water use by 30%:

Save water – reduce your use by 30%

• If you normally water your lawn for one hour, only water for 40 minutes.

• Decrease the frequency of when you water from 3 times a week to 2 times a week.

• Avoid washing your car for a few weeks.

Due to the very dry conditions, the Government of B.C. has announced a Level 3 drought rating for the South Okanagan –

Every drop counts! For more information, visit www.penticton.ca/water or call 4902560.

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A structure fire that broke out on Joy Road around 6:30 a.m. on July 31 had local fire crews and the Ministry of Forests fighting to contain the blaze.

There was nobody reported injured and no one in the house, which was under construction, at the time.

Police and ministry workers have yet to determine the cause of the fire.

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Rash of break and enters Western News Staff

Summerland RCMP and other detachments are continuing to search for a large, dark-coloured 4X4 pickup truck in connection with four, vehicle-ramming break and enter incidents.

According to Cpl. Don Wrigglesworth of the Penticton RCMP, Summerland Pharmasave, Summerland Golf Club, Kettle Valley Steam Railway and the Sumac Ridge Winery were all hit by the vehicle overnight Aug. 2.

The truck, possibly grey with a red Tidy Tank visible in the box compartment, was last seen leaving downtown after the Sumac Ridge Winery break and enter.

Attempts by police to stop the pickup were unsuccessful. Both the buildings and the vehicle suffered extensive damages according to Wrigglesworth. The suspects in the case reportedly stole a number of items including golf clubs.

In another incident police are also looking for suspect(s) in connection with a break and enter at Tickleberry’s ice cream shop in Okanagan Falls early Aug. 3.

A nearby neighbour was awakened by a large noise and audible alarm. The witness then noticed a vehicle had backed into the shop knocking out a door and wall.

When police arrived and cleared the building they found a safe had been targeted but no entry was gained. Tinted glass at the scene indicated the vehicle’s (possibly a Ford Explorer) rear window my have been broken.

Although nothing was taken there was thousands of dollars in damage to the building.

The following day RCMP in Keremeos spotted a vehicle simi-

lar to the suspect one and when they attempted to question the driver the person fled on foot.

At press time police were trying to get a search warrant to enter the motel unit where the suspect was thought to be staying. The matter remains under investigation.

A break and enter was attempted on 705 Birch Ave. when suspects tried to break into the laundry room of the building. The attempt on the evening of July 31 failed, but Wrigglesworth said these types of break-ins come in patterns.

Another break and enter occurred at Sally Beauty Supply on Skaha Lake Road July 31. The front door glass was smashed and an undisclosed amount of cash was taken from a safe as well as hair extensions.

Overnight July 28 police reported multiple vehicles broken into with windows smashed in and dashboards ripped apart in attempts to obtain stereo equipment.

In a span of four days a number of vehicles were stolen in Penticton, Summerland and two dirt bikes from Naramata.

Kids left in hot car

RCMP are investigating charges of child endangerment after two young children were left in a hot car and sent to the hospital.

Police attended a call of children left in a hot car in the Walmart parking lot on July 30 and found a one year old and a three year old in the car. RCMP said there was no parent around and the children were crying in the vehicle. Officers were able to unlock the vehicle and get access to the kids and reported it was quite hot inside the

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A few encounters with inert explosives has RCMP reminding citizens not to move a device they believe to be dangerous.

On July 28, hand grenade was found by a 10-year-old girl and turned into police by her father.

The girl was playing outside when she found the grenade and brought it home. The spoon was missing from the grenade, but the pin was still in. The police explosives unit was contacted and determined the grenade was inert.

Due to the risk that remained with firing pins, explosive crew members attended the Penticton detachment and dealt with the grenade.

On July 30, Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen workers found a pipe bomb at the reservoir in Summerland and brought it back to the RDOS office. RCMP attended and photos sent to the explosives unit were able to determine the bomb was no longer active and disposed of the device.

“If you see something like that I would leave it in the location it is,” said Penticton RCMP Cpl. Don Wrigglesworth. “Just moving something depending on its age and everything else could cause something to set it off ... leave it where it is and notify us.”

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Defining openness It seems that openness and transparency at the council table are regular topics of conversation during just about every municipal election, both among the voters and those running for office.

Public engagement is another popular concept, but the way city council has handled the ongoing controversy over Trio Marine Group’s plans to build waterslides in Skaha Lake Park makes us wonder if Penticton city council has any idea what is meant by these words.

Case in point: After a special council meeting last week, council went into a closed meeting, where one of the topics discussed was whether council should revisit the decision made on June 29 to green light the Trio Marine project.

When they reconvened in public, the mayor called for a straw poll to advise him, and when council’s response was negative – with the exception of Coun. Campbell Watt – chose not to use his mayor’s privilege to return the matter to council for more discussion. That was followed by 90 minutes of opponents giving council their view – that is, those few members that chose to stay and listen.

Council should have listened to public input before discussing or making a decision. The mayor has stated several times that public engagement was poorly done in regard to this project, but has he learned anything?

Then, too, there was no reason to go in camera. The public still has no idea why most of council supports this project so strongly – a frank, open discussion would have been better.

While the municipal charter permits in camera meetings, it only lists relatively few items where PENTICTON WESTERN council must go behind closed doors.

Secrecy has been a problem right from the start with this project. Early on, Trio Marine spokespeople said, on more than one occasion, that city hall had advised them, insisted, that they not divulge even a general idea of their project.

It’s time for secrecy to stop. Not just in terms of this project, but all council operations.

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B.C.’s biggest investment Now that the political back-and-forth is over, there are two questions left about the Petronas-led proposal to make the biggest private-sector investment in B.C. history.

Will it actually happen? And is it a good deal or a bad one?

Premier Christy Clark ducked the first question on the day the project agreement for Pacific Northwest LNG was approved by the B.C. legislature.

“After many predictions about the Canucks and the Alberta election, I don’t make predictions any more,” Clark said.

“But I can say that this project has gone farther than any of our critics said that it would.”

For what it’s worth, my prediction is on record: it will go ahead.

The latest evidence is the company’s continued, costly effort to gain federal and local approval for a suspension bridge to Lelu

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BC Views Island to minimize the marine impact.

Lax Kw’alaams Band members could not have had details on that change from an underwater pipeline when they voted to oppose the project in May. Is it a good deal?

The mayors of Prince Rupert and Port Edward have made their views clear – they see it as a lifeline for an area that has struggled for years with a faded forest and fishing industry.

The B.C. NDP is also now clear, having voted against the proj-

ect agreement in the brief summer session of the legislature that concluded last week.

Whether the project proceeds or not, this will be a key election issue in 2017.

NDP leader John Horgan and other MLAs made much of the lack of job guarantees, pointing to similar projects in Australia.

Natural Gas Development Minister Rich Coleman issued a statement with excerpts from the state of Western Australia’s agreement for the Gorgon LNG project. The so-called guarantees contain qualifiers like this: “... except in those cases where … it is not reasonable or economically practical to do so, use labour available within Western Australia.”

Obviously there were no job guarantees, which could only exist in a command economy, in other words a communist dictatorship.

Everyone agrees that specialized trades such as welding alloys for low-temperature operation will be brought in. And LNG processing trains will be shipped in pre-fabricated from places like South Korea, as they have been in Australia and elsewhere.

Pacific Northwest LNG is on record with federal regulators that in the latter stages of construction, the use of foreign labour for the project could reach 70 per cent. Does that make it a bad deal?

Perhaps B.C. could attempt develop this expertise from the ground up. It seems to me that was tried with aluminum ship fabrication, and it didn’t work out too well.

For David Keane, president of the B.C. LNG Alliance, the question is how many large LNG projects, pipelines and all, can be managed at the same time as the Site C dam is being built.

It was skilled labour shortages, and particularly a shortage of supervisors, that caused Australia to lose some of its proposed projects.

Keane said all LNG proponents here want to use as much local labour as they can, because it’s less expensive and it builds local support. And he disagrees that B.C. is a sweet deal for the industry. Among other things, pipelines have to be built across two mountain ranges.

Not only that, B.C. producers would pay an LNG income tax, which is a first in the history of the industry.

Add to that PST, GST, payroll taxes, municipal taxes and federal and provincial corporate income taxes. Add aboriginal revenue sharing, and we have a deal.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. tfletcher@blackpress. ca.

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I (heart) Penticton Penticton was recognized by Huffington Post as one of the top 10 places in the world to visit (alongside places like Granada, Spain and Hoi An, Vietnam) based on positive feedback from social media posts, and I couldn’t be happier or more grateful that I can call it home.

There’s so much for citizens and visitors alike to enjoy year-round, from festivals and concerts to stunning vistas and plenty of outdoor/indoor recreation, quality community programs and services, not to mention the art, markets, music, trails, beaches — I could go on for ages about how much I love this community. We have a vibrant, beautiful city we should be proud of.

Despite living in paradise, Pentictonites are suffering from a bit of a morale problem. I believe this is because Penticton is so ideal, and yet it is also brimming with unlocked potential. We love our city the way it is, but we also love the idea of it becoming more. It’s a multi-faceted gemstone we can enjoy in its raw form or polish to a highgloss shine, and we all have differing opinions about what to do with this precious commodity we all place high value on.

Everyone has a strong opinion about change because we have so much love for Penticton, past, present and future.

We are simultaneously afraid to damage its perfection by becoming stagnant and letting potential new opportunities pass us by, or by enacting changes we may not be prepared for. Every time an issue comes up, it is immediately

Pentictonites are suffering from a bit of a morale problem. dubbed controversial, leaving us with a polarized debate that all too often escalates into energy-draining anger and frustration. Often we forget to get all the facts, jump to conclusions, bring up old debates or drag in alternate agendas. We are all guilty of this, because we care so strongly.

Feeling passionately, having an opinion, and disagreeing with one another about those opinions is an inevitability of life. What is not inevitable is how we treat each other: we have the ability to have dialogue and discussion without being disrespectful, we can voice our opinions and listen to what others have to say in return.

We can open our minds and consider other perspectives. We can gracefully accept when things don’t go our way, or refrain from gloating “I told you so” when they do. This is what is truly threatening our beautiful city; not radical changes nor stagnation, but failing to treat each other with respect and kindness. If you truly want to see this city as I do, or the way the tens of thousands of visitors see it every year, I have this advice: Be kind, be grateful, be open-minded. You won’t regret it.

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Raises funds for the medical facilities throughout the region, including the Penticton Regional Hospital, Moog & Friends Hospice House, Trinity Centre, Summerland Health Centre and Extended Care, Princeton General Hospital and Ridgewood Lodge, South Similkameen Health Centre and Orchard Haven in Keremeos, South Okanagan General Hospital and Sunnybank Centre in Oliver.

Volunteers Bobbie Manning and Kathy Smith at The Care Closet serve up some of the downtown Penticton thrift store’s 25th anniversary cake on July 23.

Thanks to all the volunteers at The Care Closet, a jointly run operation benefiting the Penticton Hospice Society, Penticton Hospital Auxiliary and South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation.

Rick Bumby of the Fraternal Order of Eagles presents a $1,000 cheque to Janice Perrino of the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation during the Eagles’ recent convention in Penticton.

The Foundation salutes the generous community support from the Eagles and other service organizations in the South Okanagan-Similkameen.

Louise Komick, right, of the Penticton Kinettes presents a $1,000 donation to Leah Schulting of the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation. The money was part of the proceeds from the Kinettes’ annual Rubber Ducky Race down the Okanagan River Channel in May. Thank you to the Kinettes and all those who bought a duck.

Manda Maggs Penticton

Developers should pocket (taxes) and then are for people, all peohave to pay to get inside ple, and are free. not dictate My wife and I are totally opposed to taking away public park lands.

Once the park lands are gone they are gone forever.

What a legacy to leave our children. Let the developer find private land to put up their version of Disneyland.

Why anyone in their right mind would even consider such a foolish move, to allow a private developer to steal much needed parkland is beyond us.

I don’t think city council was voted in with that mandate. Let them have a look at the 2002 referendum.

Private developers should not dictate to the public what they want to do. Afterwards, it will become a cash cow to the developers because of the freebies associated with it. Makes me think: why city council would even consider it?

And what about Joe Ordinary Citizen who paid for it out of his/her

this labyrinth of amusement of Wally World.

Give yourself a shake council and throw the park proposal into basket 13. Put an end to this very ridiculous request.

Georges and Cheryl Jansen Penticton

Leave the parks Beaches and parks

Can you imagine Peachland council trying this stunt with their lakefront green spaces?

Why do we need to fight city hall every few years over parks?

Mayor and council learn your lesson, leave our parks alone and get to work on other city problems.

Garry Crassweller Penticton

We want to hear from you The Penticton Western News welcomes letters to the editor for publication. We suggest a maximum length of 400 words and reserve the right to edit letters for length, brevity, clarity, legality, abusive language, accuracy and good taste. All published letters remain the property of the Penticton Western News, which is the sole judge of suitability for publication. Letters must include the writer’s address and daytime phone number, which will not be published. Letters should be signed with the writer’s full name and be sent by e-mail to letters@ pentictonwesternnews. com; mailed to the Penticton Western News, 2250 Camrose St., Penticton, B.C., V2A 8R1; or faxed to 250-492-9843.

Olive and “Amigo Diego” Alcaraz join Janice Perrino of the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation after donating $1,000 to the PRH Patient Care Tower equipment campaign. Diego has truly become the goodwill Mexican musical ambassador for Penticton since moving to the South Okanagan years ago. Thank-you Olive! Muchas gracias Diego!

We would like to thank all the individuals, service organizations and business groups for their dedication and thoughtfulness by making donations to the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation.

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Council not out to destroy the city It really disturbs me when I see our intelligent, competent and conscientious elected officials constantly being harassed by a hand full of uninformed individuals that don’t even bother to talk to them before they start a campaign trying to destroy all the research and work that has been done.

In every case their input would be analyzed and appreciated. The Lakeshore walkway was falling apart and desperately needed refurbishing. The demonstrations and protests almost killed this fantastic improvement which everyone now loves.

On the money My compliments are sent to the reporter Dale Boyd for a very well written opinion piece (Western News, July 24, Ramble on: Fear and loathing in Penticton).

I think his observations are right on the money.

We lived in Penticton for 15 years that spanned over the riot. We saw this same attitude expressed that Mr. Boyd describes so eloquently. I believe many have come to PTown to retire and slip away in a state of supreme tranquility. No distractions please. And no regard for the families

Fortunately the protest to putting in seven day mooring slips has died, but what a ridiculous thing to object to — safer parking for boats that visit our city. For years boaters have been legally beaching their craft so they can visit the museum, the restaurants and attractions around the SS Sicamous All this talk about losing park land is nonsense. What parks has the city developed?

They are called Rotary Park and Gyro Park because these organizations stepped up to the plate to create them. The Japanese Garden would still be a jungle if a society hadn’t taken

required to supply the care taking of the tranquil.

They do not realize they require youthful hospital workers, grocery baggers and hearse drivers. Most importantly, if they moved here from elsewhere, they have no vested interest in the area for the long term. They do not realize that a vibrant economy provides a safer and more vibrant community. Would they rather be surrounded by crack houses?

This dig in your heels over everything attitude is selfish and short-sighted. We were in PTown

last weekend visiting. We enjoyed Skaha Beach. The parking lots were jammed and the beach was packed with sun and water revellers.

I looked in the distance and I saw countless hives of retirement homes, quietly dotting the horizon.

Can’t we just get along?

Brenda Davidson Salmon Arm

RE: Ramble on I would suggest that the RCMP were called in a little late. June 29 is when fair and equal discourse flew out the window. Did you personally witness that council

it on and the SS Sicamous would have rusted into dust without that society.

The now LocoLanding area was a ruin until the present managers built a commercial venture on the site and pay money to the city every year for the privilege of operating it. The Peach and the other beach concessions are run by private individuals who pay rent to the city.

The Rotary water park which is on its last legs and all the city facilities in the area will be rebuilt and upgraded at no cost to the tax payer with the Skaha Marina/waterslides development. A lawn will be turned into a fun play-

meeting? I did. Have you read how the mayor and council interpreted that meeting? I have. I can only call it dizzying.

In a democracy, we have the right to be and to be called NIMBY. We are not afraid to question or speak our minds. All of us wanted to be heard.

None of us wanted a riot.

Would you have us follow like sheep?

Yes, you are right, no lives are on the line, only democracy. Does your hometown have a park or two? Democracy put them there. In the slums around the world, poor people form groups to

clear little areas in the filth for play areas for kids or libraries offering books and legal help.

Yes, they would laugh because if they didn’t they would just cry and do nothing. Architects of Change is a TV series showcasing groups worldwide tackling huge problems that started out small. This park won’t save the world and it won’t reverse climate change, but it will do its tiny part towards that end. That is what fixes big problems, lots of tiny actions.

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ground for all to enjoy. Yes the marina will profit, as will the city. This is called progress.

The mayor and council are not stupid people out to destroy our city. They study every proposal and make an educated decision with far more information than any of us possess and make decisions because that is what we asked them to do. If after they have served their term and we feel they didn’t do a good job they can be replaced, but give them a chance.

“Doc” Holloway Penticton

have helped change the world, women’s right to vote and own property, Green Peace, Umbrella Movement, Mandela, Rosa Parks to name a few. Sometimes those movements were neither polite or peaceful.

So Mr. Boyd I will at last close with these thoughts. The rendition of This Land is our Land was most respectfully done. As someone who wants a referendum on this issue I keep hearing AC/DC Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap.

comments, which express the range of concerns about this project that we have also seen in letters to the editor. They vent dismay that Mayor Jakubeit and his council have embarked on a project that will destroy such a well used and lovely section of the premier park of Penticton for a pittance of its value. An amusement park with a waterslide would be better built elsewhere, not in Skaha Park.

These comments should remind the mayor and council that these public lands have been created with great cost, effort and foresight by past administrations and should not be disposed of so lightly. We request that they will live up to the accomplishments of their predecessors and do the right thing. We ask them not to sign these leases. Hold a referendum.

Lynn Crassweller Penticton

Thousand say no We began an online petition (ipetitions.com/ petition/save-our-greenspace-in-skaha-park) June 22. By June 28, we had a total of 1,021 signatures. They are mostly those of Pentictonites, but they also include tourists, who know and love Skaha Lake Park.

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BROTHERLY LOVE — Lead singer and guitarist Gabe Penner (left) shows off his unique picking method during Her Brothers performance in Gyro Park on B.C. Day. The Lower Mainland group has won several competitions and earlier this year released their first CD. Drummer Levi Penner (above) bangs out the beat.

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54-40 brings 30 years of material to the stage Dale Boyd Western News Staff

Their first gig was New Year’s Eve 1980, and 54-40 frontman Neil Osborne is still shooting for the stars.

“We’re still trying to make it,” Osborne laughed. “Never quit.”

The alt-rock group out of B.C. has been making music together for over three decades, and while the industry has taken some twists and turns in that time, the heart of what draws people to music is much the same for Osborne.

“I think the things that appeal to people in music, in a way, hasn’t changed a lot. Either they like a certain voice or a lyric, but mostly people like a good groove and a melody, I don’t think that’s really changed,” Osborne said. “Certainly the way it’s marketed and produced, the industry and all that, that’s changed and evolved, but the music itself, it still comes through.”

Osborne and the rest of 54-40 are returning to the Penticton Peach Festival for a free show Aug. 6 in Okanagan Lake Park, hoping to recreate some fond memories from their appearance three years ago garnering one of the biggest crowds in PeachFest history.

“It was a really nice night, playing outside and just the whole vibe of it, it just felt good,” Osborne said.

Osbourne is making the stop in his home province in between trips to Ontario this summer, working in some recording time along the way for two new albums including an unplugged project set for release Oct. 2. The idea for an acoustic album, cleverly titled La Difference — a line from their 1994 hit Ocean Pearl, came about during a retuning of Crossing A Canyon.

LEAD SINGER for 54-40 Neil Osbourne performing at Okanagan Lake Park during Peachfest in 2012.

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“Dave, our guitar player, decided it might be neat to try a different approach with a piano and making it a minor key instead of a major key to give the lyrics a bit more, I don’t know, depth,” Osborne said. “Then we liked that so much we thought what if we used piano for some of our songs and bring in a violin player and singers and see how they get re-interpreted.

“We quite liked it and did a bunch of shows with it and decided to go into the studio to make a record out of it,” Osborne said. “It’s a little more intimate.”

After three decades of playing music, it

wasn’t a terribly difficult adjustment to a softer, more up-close setting. However, changing up the wardrobe for a more elegant style of show was a new hurdle.

“The biggest challenge was the fact that we dressed up in suits,” Osborne laughed.

The unplugging also had an effect on the currently untitled album shaping up to be released in spring of 2016.

“It was a nice way to inform some new writing,” Osborne said. “That helped for a different approach to writing some of the songs that will be on the, I guess regular new album, I don’t know what you’d call it.”

The untitled project is taking on a new spin as well. The band sent out song demos to six different producers asking them which songs piqued their interest. 54-40 is set to produce a couple songs with Canadian singer-songwriter Hawksley Workman, and just wrapped up a session with Gavin Brown, a musician/producer who has worked with artists like Three Days Grace, Billy Talent and the Tragically Hip. “We said whatever you think you have a vision for, or identify with, or for whatever reason it hits you, that’s the one we’ll do. So that’s been kind of cool,” Osborne said.

With over 30 years worth of material, the set list for their PeachFest appearance will divvy up between old and new, with a lot of material that will lend well to the summertime atmosphere.

“We’ll throw in a couple of new songs then we’ll do what we call ‘the hits.’ The ones people seem to know and want to sing along to. It is a good time, summer thing, so we’ve got no problem doing that,” Osborne said.

There is one member missing from the lineup, the iconic Smilin’ Buddah Cabaret neon sign they obtained from the East Hastings nightclub when it closed in the early 90s.

The Buddah sign joined them across the country on tour, but now resides in the Vancouver Museum’s neon exhibit.

While it was a fun memory of the neonbathed East Hastings of old, it was a bit of a space-taker.

“We were just tired of storing it. It was actually stored in our rehearsal storage space.

The only place it fit was we had to take a wall down and put it in between the studs of the wall. We thought, this is ridiculous, we got to give it to somebody,” Osborne laughed.

Four chefs ready to battle at Penticton Peach Festival event Western News Staff

On Friday, Penticton’s first ever Chef’s Cook Off in Gyro Park, will have chefs putting up their best dishes — sponsored by Eckert Electric and hosted by the Downtown Penticton Association and Peachfest.

The Chef Cook Off will start its opening introductions at 2:30 p.m. to four of Penticton’s finest chef’s including: Chris Remington of the Lakeside, Chris Boehm of Burger 55, Kaila Klassen from the Guilty Kitchen and Darin Paterson of Bognars.

These four chef’s will square off

in round one, whipping up an appetizer and main dish with a meat from Tony’s Meats, fresh veggies from Corbishley Farms and Upper Bench Fruit Farm.

Then comes the surprise ingredient. At the end of round one only two chef’s will remain to go head-to-head and create a deli-

cious dessert — there will only be one Master Chef standing. To keep the crowd entertained there will be live music in the bandshell and MC Dennis Walker will keep the energy flowing. Andre’s Electronics has supplied two big TVs so everyone can watch the action.

This is a first time event for the

Downtown Penticton Association in honour of the ongoing Peachfest celebrations. The event is free and the public is welcome to bring a blanket or chair so you can watch the excitement.

Round one judging is at 4 p.m. with round two following immediately. Final judging will be at 5 p.m.

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The son of Blue Rodeo’s frontman is taking a run at his own musical career — and his next stop is in Penticton.

Devin Cuddy, son of Jim Cuddy, is carrying a new torch out of the family business, and he’ll be taking the fire to the Dream Café on Aug. 6.

Finding the Canadian sound came naturally to Devin, having grown up in the Cuddy household.

“I didn’t know anything else. It was just what our dad’s job was,” he said. “It was certainly cool and allowed us to meet some really cool people.”

Cuddy, who’s now in his late-20s, said his dad’s influence became more rampant upon the start of his career five years ago. Reflecting back, Devin said growing up in the musical household didn’t seem any different at the time.

“It didn’t really occur to me at first, I didn’t know anything else it was just what our dad’s

Devin CuDDy is performing at the Dream Café in Penticton on Thursday.

job was. It was certainly cool and allowed us to meet some really cool people.”

Having cut his teeth as an artist, it gave him a newfound appreciation for his father.

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their offstage talents that they have as well; the ability to work very hard and put on a good show every night,” he said.

“Professionally, I’ve taken more from my dad in the last four years than the 30 prior.”

He said he began embracing the country elements of Blue Rodeo’s music during his teenage years, and has blended in his own flavour of New Orleans jazz.

Cuddy has two full albums and is in the process of writing his third.

He said the Dream Café performance is where audiences will have the first chance to hear some of his new songs.

“They’re a little different in that they’re maybe a little slower, and more introspective,” he said. “(The concept for the new album) falls from a few different styles. I’ve been listening to more new music and been trying to integrate that into the old sound.”

Just like his father’s band, Cuddy’s music is indicatively made in Canada. He said the Canadian sound is difficult to define sonically, but you know it when you hear it.

“A lot of the Canadian sounds comes from Americana, but what makes it Canadian is the perspective that it’s

presented from ... applying the Canadian experience to the sounds of the country and the people.”

Anybody who can enjoy a beat will have the feet stomping along.

“Even though there’s not a lot of space to dance people at least try to move around in their chairs as much as possible,” he said. “We’ve always prided ourselves in having an extremely diverse crowd, young and old — everywhere we go we always seem to have a pretty good mix of people.”

Cuddy leads his band on piano and vocals, and is backed by a drummer, guitarist and bassist.

“We put on a rather high paced show — we’re going to play lots of up-beat tunes which has been displayed on our first two records.”

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Kiddies dress up downtown for parade Dan Walton

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To kick off the final day of Peachfest, youngsters will be closing down the streets of Penticton to show off their splashed out rides.

“It’s their turn to dress up and have fun and walk down Main Street to show off what they’ve done,” said Kerri Milton, executive director of the DPA. Just before noon on Aug. 9, the Downtown Penticton Association (DPA) is inviting children from throughout the South Okanagan to bring a set of wacky wheels to the Kiddies’ Day Parade.

“There are secret judges, and they choose who they think was dressed the best in a variety of different categories, and we also have the very famous peoples choice where people vote on their favourite one is,” Milton said. “There have been

KIdS WILL ParadE down Main Street on Sunday for the annual Peach Festival Kiddies day Parade.

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themes from the Snowbirds, (Disney’s) Frozen to you name it — there are all sorts of costumes and themes.”

The rider with the coolest creation will be going home with a new bike from the title sponsor Bike Barn.

“They can come dressed however they

want but it’s more about what they’re bringing, like bikes, trikes, wagons – decorating that kind of this.”

Judges will decide the winners for the top three entrants, and another winner will be declared by the “famous” peoples’ choice award.

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they think was dressed the best in a variety of different categories.”

The parade kicks off the A&W Kiddies Day at Peachfest, which runs at Okanagan Lake Park until 3 p.m., followed by regular Peachfest entertainment until 10 p.m. The event will commence with an escort

by the Cranbrook Girls’ Bugle Band and the Vancouver Travelling Band.

“Then the fire department is involved, leads of the parade with one of their trucks which is one of the highlights,” said Milton.

Kids who want to be a part of the parade can asked their parents to print off applications from downtownpenticton.org, or call their office at 250-493-8540.

“They love being able to come walk down Main Street and push their bikes. they get all excited and dressed up — sometimes I think it’s the parents that are more excited than the kids because they get to deck them all out.”

The parade lasts about 30 minutes and begins in the city centre parking lot at 11:30 a.m.

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Six Penticton athletes walked through the arrivals door at Penticton Airport to a loud reception Monday night.

Jake Huff, Chad Conlon, Lynden Hicks, Margaret Burnell, Kevin Ellis and Avery Newton wore smiles as bright as the medals they won during the Special Olympics World Games in Los Angeles held July 25 to Aug. 2. The athletes’ family members and volunteers from Special Olympics B.C. awaited their arrival and gave them a cheer and applause.

“I feel really happy that they came to support us,” said Huff, donning his Team Canada outfit.

“They were very proud of us. I’m very proud of everybody.”

Newton had four medals (two gold, two silver) hanging from her neck.

She set a personal best time in the 100 metre freestyle swim, in which she earned a silver medal.

“I had butterflies in my stomach the entire time,” she said. “I was just happy. I didn’t even know that I was going to bring medals home.”

Burnell was Canada’s eldest member at 69 and part of the first team to represent Canada in bocce at the World Games.

She returned with two bronze medals in team play and doubles with Ellis.

“I’m so happy I got those,” said Burnell, adding that the experience

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Among the family waiting was Lynden Hicks’ mom Gloria and her niece. Hicks is proud of her son and it was hard for her not to be in L.A. as she has always gone to his competitions. Traveling to the Games was too costly for her so she watched on TV, which was still hard for her. She was overjoyed about seeing her son win gold in singles play and bronze in team action.

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tunity. It’s amazing that they can go this far and do as well as they do. We gotta be proud of them.”

Lynden felt nervous during play, but said he was able to pull through.

“They were tough. It was tough for me for singles and doubles. Other teams were harder. The U.S. was a hard one to beat for doubles, same as Jamaica. We played our best,” he said.

Lynden added, “It’s awesome” to be the first bocce team to return with medals.

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Huff was the lone bowler and captured gold in the team event, silver in singles and placed fourth, receiving a ribbon, in doubles action.

“It was one huge, great, amazing experience,” he said. “It was awesome to be part of Team Canada. It’s just one of the most amazing experiences I will ever have.”

Facing the best bowlers wasn’t an easy task said Huff.

“There were other bowlers out there that were awesome. Some of them would bowl seven strikes in a row,” he said.

“I had a great challenge ahead of me.”

Amanda Schleppe, who stayed in L.A. with family, won a gold medal in the 50-m backstroke, silver in the 4x50-m freestyle relay with Newton and bronze in the 50-m breast stroke.

The Games had 7,000 athletes competing from 177 countries. Overall, Canada won 144 medals, 71 gold, 47 silver and 26 bronze.

Brodeur to help protect Vees net Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

Bye bye Hunter Miska, welcome Anthony Brodeur.

That’s what the Penticton Vees have done after their top goalie decided to join the United States Hockey League’s

Dubuque Fighting Saints last week.

Brodeur, the son of three-time Stanley Cup champ Martin Brodeur, the winningest goalie (691) in NHL history and the record holder with 125 shut outs, joins the team for the upcoming season.

Anthony, 20, was a seventh round pick

of the New Jersey Devils in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft. He joins the Vees after two seasons in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League with Drummondville and Gatineau. see BRODEUR on pg. 15

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AUSTRALIA’S KATE BELIVAQUA set five records en route to becoming to first female to win Ultra520K Canada in Summerland on Aug. 3. Among her record times was finishing the 84.4 kilometre run in seven hours and 32 minutes.

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Australia’s Kate Belivaqua made history at Summerland’s Memorial Park on Monday.

She became the first woman to win Ultra520K Canada.

Belivaqua came into the final leg of the grueling, three-day, 520-kilometre race in secondplace, 26 minutes behind Dustin Gilbert. She finished the 84.4-km run, arriving in Summerland in seven hours and 32 minutes, nearly 50 minutes ahead of Gilbert. That records was the final one of her five records over the weekend. On day one, she completed the 10-km swim in 2:27:57. Her second record was for total time on day 1 at 7:26:38.

Her day 2 record was her total time of 16:44:21.

Her fourth was the total time of 24:16:27.

After crossing the finish line behind Spain’s Juan Arroyo (finished the run in 7:17:32), the male winner who clocked a total of 24:42:02, Belivaqua had to wait nearly 10 minutes to see if Gilbert would come in on time to claim the overall victory.

“That’s a little bit stressful, but no, for me my goal was to have a good run. I had just personal things I wanted to achieve,” said Belivaqua, a three-time Ironman champion. “If I got the overall victory, that was just a bonus. That wasn’t what I was here for. I was here just to experience the whole Ultra520K.” On Day 2, Belivaqua completed the 275.8km bike in 9:17:43. Gilbert clocked the fastest bike time in 8:55:33, while Bautista clocked in at 9:12:14.

She said the last 100 km of the bicycle component were the most difficult part of the entire race.

While she was disappointed with her finish on Sunday, her crew members helped her prepare for the double marathon on Sunday.

“My goal was to have a good run,” she said.

“And the run was beautiful.”

She was impressed with the organization of the endurance event.

“It definitely exceeded all of my expectations,” she said. “I had an amazing time.”

After Day 2, Gilbert’s time was 16:32:28, Belivaqua was 16:44:21 and Arroyo at 17:24:30.

Speaking through a translator, Arroyo said the swim portion was the most difficult, but the run on Monday was the highlight of the event.

A DELIGHTED 65-year-old Gerald Streefkerk comes out of the water, finishing the swim portion in just over four hours. He finished 15th overall in 32 hours, 18 minutes and 33 seconds.

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He said he was happy with his results.

A total of 25 competitors, all of them previous Ironman finishers, were entered in the Ultra520K triathlon, although five did not complete the threeday event.

Athletes from Canada, the United States, Australia, Spain, Singapore, the United Kingdom, Japan, Kazakhstan, Mexico and Guatemala competed.

There were six women and 19 men in this year’s event.

To qualify, athletes must complete at least one iron-distance race in 14.5 hours or less during the past 18 months.

Story written with files from the Summerland Review.

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Duncan Keith celebrated his third Stanley Cup win in six years where hockey started for him: Fort Frances, Ont. A story on Keith from NHL.com featured on the Chicago Blackhawks website, reported that Keith, a former Penticton Panther, spent part of his August long weekend in Lester Beach, Man., and Fort Frances. Keith began his time with the Cup with a stop to Lester Beach with his parents and son Colton on July 31.

On Aug. 1, they went to the Memorial Sports Centre in Fort Frances. Keith started playing minor hockey there until the family moved to Penticton when he was 14.

A crowd of nearly 2,000 showed up for pictures with the Cup and autographs with the Blackhawks defenceman.

“It’s hard not to be pretty humbled to come back and see this kind of event and the amount of people that came back and have come out to it,” Keith said Saturday to the Thunder Bay Times. “It’s been incredible and a lot of credit has to go to the people who put this on and did a lot of work behind the scenes.”

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Tim Daniels, father of American pro BMX rider Dominique Daniels, worked with the group for nearly three hours.

Daniels, who helped coach his daughter to seven pro championships and two world titles, liked what he saw at the Lion’s Park track.

“You have three or four kids who are really going to be excellent riders. I don’t mean down the future, I mean in a month or two. They have already got the fundamentals,” said Daniels, one of five American pro coaches. “I try to point out different things that are going to help them become better riders. One thing that I probably focus on more than any other coach is I spend quality time with the parents. I think parents really need to understand the sport.

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Jeff Babuin, a member and coach for the club, said the clinic went very well.

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Brodeur excited to join Vees, wants to win from BRODEUR on pg. 13 Previously, Anthony won a U-18 national championship with the powerhouse Shattuck St. Mary’s program.

“While we were disappointed by Hunter’s decision to leave us so late in the off-season, I’m a big believer that everything happens for a reason,” said Vees coach-GM Fred Harbinson in a team statement. “We received a ton of calls from people around the hockey world, including USHL goalies ready to make the jump to us. We are very excited that Anthony chose to finish his junior career as a Vee.” The goalie is equally excited.

“I’ve heard nothing but good things about the team, the organization, the city and the fans,” said Anthony. “I’ve heard it’s a great place to play and I have nothing but excitement leading up to camp.”

Becoming a Vee came together the

day news broke of Miska leaving.

Anthony said it happened fast, but felt it was the right decision. He’s now looking forward to meeting his new teammates as well as coaching staff.

“From what I have heard we have a good team Anthony Brodeur for the upcoming season and I’m excited to see what we can bring on the ice,” he said.

Anthony’s decision to come to the BCHL follows a strong performance at the Devils development camp.

“I played well and felt the best I have in a long time,” he said.

His final season in the QMJHL didn’t

go as he hoped due to some bad breaks and an injury at the wrong time.

However, his performance at the development camp has him confident heading into the Vees’ training camp Aug. 24.

Anthony wants to prove he can win and be part of delivering the Vees a championship.

“It’s a big year for me and I’ll be trying to help my team as best I can,” he said, who in 62 QMJHL games earned 21 wins.

“We believe Anthony and returning goaltender Brendan Barry will provide us with a tremendous tandem for the upcoming season,” said Harbinson. “Barry returns after helping the Vees win the Wally Forslund Memorial Trophy as the BCHL’s best goaltending duo, which we have now won three consecutive years.

“We are very excited for the season to begin, as we feel we have a championship calibre line-up,” continued Harbinson.

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Positions are available for: Care Aides Nursing Support Workers Dietary Aides Housekeeping Maintenance HomeHome Care Care AidesAidesCooks If you have the required credentials / experience for the above positions and you enjoy working with a team that is dedicated to providing the highest standard of care and support to its clients, we invite you to submit your resume with area preference in confidence to: The Hamlets at Penticton 103 Duncan Avenue Penticton, BC V2A 2Y3 Fax: (250) 490-8523 lisa.beattie@thehamletsatpenticton.com Thank you to all applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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For more info please call 250-492-0444 Ext: 219 or 205 or email: circulation@pentictonwesternnews.com

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IN-STORE SECURITY OFFICER Leading Retailer requires an individual to be an in-store loss prevention officer in a busy retail environment.

The Position Your main job function as a Loss Prevention Associate is the effective control of shoplifter activity within the specific facility or facilities to which you are assigned. You will be responsible for the following: • Identification and Observation of shoplifters • Apprehension and detention of shoplifters • Recovery of property • Processing suspects and corresponding paper work.

• Preservation of evidence • Work with management and associates to ensure security controls are in place Qualifications The successful candidate should possess the following; • B. S.T. & A.S.T. Licencing • Strong analytical skills • Good written communication skills • Ability to work under stressful and high pressure situations • Team player • Able to investigate, interpret, and identify integrity issues • Ability to multi-task This is a full time position that offers a competitive compensation package with excellent company benefits. Compensation is in accordance with experience and education.

Please send your resume to: The Penticton Western News Box 401, 2250 Camrose Street Penticton BC V2A 8R1 Applications will be accepted until August 21, 2015

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Pets & Livestock

Livestock

Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Auctions

Heavy Duty Machinery

BUD HAYNES & Ward’s Firearms Auction. Sat., Aug. 29, 10 a.m., 11802 - 145 St., Edmonton, Alberta. Estate Stan Andruski of Manitoba. Website catalogue w/pictures online.

To consign phone Linda 403597-1095 or 780-451-4549; www.budhaynesauctions.com; www.WardsAuctions.com.

Firearms SUPER Summer Savings on selected used rifles/shotguns.

Quality Firearms Buy & Sell.

Weber & Markin Gunsmiths The Best Little Gunshop Around 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tue-Sat 10-6 facebook.com/WeberMarkin

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Hobbies & Crafts DESIGNER Art Shirts now available! Local artist Will Hoffman now has specially designed Tees that you can now order online at: www.willhoff.ca

Merchandise for Sale

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Suites, Lower

Sport Utility Vehicle

1bdrm, den, np, Lexington Place, $750, avail. Sept. 1, 250-492-0413, 250-462-5854

STEEL BUILDINGS. “Our big 35th anniversary sale” 20x20 $4500. 25x24 $5198. 30x30 $7449. 32x36 $8427. 40x46 $12140. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422 www.pioneersteel.ca.

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Still available, 2bdrm walkout basement suite, bright, sep. entrance & laundry hookups, ns, np, mature person pref., Wiltse area, $850, 778753-4786

GOT TO SEE IT! 2003 Ford Escape LIMITED, good cond., fully load, $6300, (250)4976308

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2009 Ford Sport Trac Ltd 4x4, V6, extras, beautiful, senior driven, must sell, 160 hwy k’s, $21,500 obo, 250-492-5046

Misc. Wanted Local Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins, Sets, Paper $ etc Call Chad at 250-499-0251 Wanted, JW books and magazines, old and new, call 250877-0737

Medical Supplies

Fruit, pastry clam shell containers. 250-492-0155

For Sale By Owner

Fruit & Vegetables

Misc. for Sale

Big, juicy peaches, spray-free. $1.00/lb. Summerland. Phone 250-494-1442

10 speed men’s bike, $50, oak dining table, $425, Kenmore surger, $99, planters, $5, 20ft alum. ladder, $18, full set golf clubs, $375, 250-770-1757

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Furniture 37” round wooden table plus 4 chairs & leaf, $100, (250)4930989

Garage Sales

Merchandise for Sale

HUGE MOVING SALE 1603 Carmi Ave. Sat., Aug. 8, 8am-1pm TONS of kids stuff; clothes, sports equip., basketball hoop, hockey net, household items, etc.

Antiques / Vintage Cabinets and toys, (250)4904025

Auctions

2-8x7 insulated garage doors, complete with automatic openers, 250-809-6972 Bookcase, couch & loveseat, dining room set, treadmill, coffee tables, antique desk, (250)493-1116 DON’T OVERPAY! www.rtmihomes.com “Your smart housing solution” Canada’s largest provider of manufactured housing. Text or call (844-3342960). In stock 16’/20’/22’ Homes on sale now!

Silent Auction, 33 Collections, (250)490-4025, 2923 Juniper Dr.

SATURDAY, August 1. 8am4pm 662 Braid Street, Penticton.

Moving must sell! Solid wood dining room table w/6 chairs & china cabinet, purchased from Designers Gallery, like new $2,000 obo 1-250-558-3445

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#16 Riva Ridge Penticton Spacious modular home located in family park. Enjoy the lake view from your private covered deck. Warm up next to a real wood fireplace in your new home. You will have room for company with three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Ample parking with two paved driveways, and a nice workshop for the handyman. 1440 sq.ft., $74,900. Vendor Financing available to qualified buyers, Call Ernie Sheridan, 250-488-1688, Coldwell Banker, Ok Rlty MLS.

APPLE PLAZA, Prime Central location in busy plaza; ample parking. 2300 SF build to suit; 220 SF shared office space; 600 SF up 1100 SF, call Barb 250-770-0536 Business Opportunity at APPLE PLAZA, furnished & equipped upscale office space, 1500 sqft. up to 2300 sqft. ready for occupancy, call for details, Barb 250-770-0536 Penticton Ind. area, lease 3600 sqft. warehouse, shop or gym space, 14ft o/h door, high ceilings, 2 bathrooms, office, access to fenced yard, call Syd at 250-493-5909

Duplex / 4 Plex 2bdrm 2bath unit, laminate floors, central location, private parking, cat ok with deposit, $1050/mo., 250-488-7902

3bdrm house or townhouse, close to Pen High (downtown area), have a 5lb dog, need by Sept. 1, (250)462-5973

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Auto Accessories/Parts 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. Call us or drop in to Larsens Excel, 555 Okanagan Ave East 250-492-5630 Penticton

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Trucks & Vans

Boats 17.5’ Deep V Bowrider Larson, 150 horse Mercury, 2 electric down riggers, new top & upholstery, $7500, 250-498-4987

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PETER LARSEN OWNER/OPERATOR

Date: Time: Location:

Thursday, August 6, 2015 7:00 p.m.

RDOS Board Room, 101 Martin Street, Penticton

PURPOSE: This proposal is seeking to amend the OCP and Zoning of the subject properties in order to remove the commercial aspect of the Mixed Use Apex Alpine zone to primarily residential use only. Specifically, it is being proposed to amend the subject properties to a Residential Multiple Family (RM3) zone, which will permit single detached dwellings, duplexes, multi-unit residential and special needs housing, as well as, vacation rentals.

Amendment Bylaw No. 2456.07 2015: proposes to amend Official Community Plan (OCP) Bylaw No. 2456, 2008, to designate the subject property to Medium Density Residential (MR).

Amendment Bylaw No. 2457.14 2015: proposes to amend the Zoning of the subject properties to Residential Multiple Family Three (RM3).

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Free: reclining chair, shape, (250)490-3090

Rentals

Outdoor set, large oval table w/4 chairs, cost $1250, selling $150, (250)490-3090

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VIEW COPIES OF THE DRAFT BYLAWS, THE LAND USE CONTRACT, THE RESOLUTION DELEGATING THE HOLDING OF THE PUBLIC HEARING & SUPPORTING INFORMATION AT: Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen 101 Martin Street, Penticton, BC, V2A-5J9 on weekdays (excluding statutory holidays) between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Anyone who considers themselves affected by the proposed bylaw amendments can present written information or speak at the public hearing. All correspondence for the public hearing to be addressed to: Public Hearing Bylaw Nos. 2456.07 & 2457.14, c/o Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen at 101 Martin Street, Penticton, BC, V2A 5J9. No letter, report or representation from the public will be received after the conclusion of the public hearing. This public hearing has been delegated to a Director of the Regional District.

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT DEVELOPMENT SERVICES: Telephone: 250-490-4107 Fax: 250-492-0063 Email: planning@rdos.bc.ca Web: www.rdos.bc.ca

Donna Butler, MCIP Manager of Development Services

Bill Newell Chief Administrative Officer

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calendar WEDNESDAY August 5

The BereavemenT resource Centre has suspended their Wednesday drop-in grief support session until Aug. 12. Call 250-490-1107 for more information.[we] senior singles, 65 and over, meet from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Penticton Golf and Country Club for coffee. Call 250-492-7078 for more information on this event.

The PenTicTon academy of Music String Orchestra rehearses from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. in the lounge of the Leir House, 220 Manor Park Ave. New

members welcome. Please call 250-493-7977 for more info. alcoholics anonymous has daily meetings in Penticton and area. Call 250-490-9216 (24 hours) for more information. care closeT ThrifT Store at 574 Main St. has weekly specials and special auctions. Open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All proceeds to the local hospital and hospice. Donations welcome. anaveTs has humP Day with Stu’s kitchen open from 9 a.m. to noon.

Dinner by Stu at 5:30 p.m. and entertainment by Buzz Byer at 6:30 p.m.

Kiwanis cluB meeTs at 7 p.m. every Wednesday at 390 Brunswick St. Call 250-493-8901 for info. oliver douBle o Quilters have drop-in activities Wednesdays. hand and fooT canasta at 1 p.m. in the Penticton Leisure Centre, 439 Winnipeg St. Lessons available for those who have never played before.

Call June evenings at 250492-7630 for info.

Bingo every wednesday in the Legion hall with the Ladies Auxiliary, 502 Martin St. at 1 p.m. Daily lunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. carPeT Bowling from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Seniors’

Recreation and Wellness Centre, 439 Winnipeg St. oKanagan falls seniors’ Centre has music and coffee from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and carpet bowling at 1 p.m. souTh main droP-in Centre has bocce and beginner line dance at 9 a.m., medical Qi Gong at 10 a.m., coffee social 10 a.m. to noon, intermediate line dance and cribbage at 1 p.m., pilates at 3:30 p.m., ukulele strum-along at 6:30 p.m.[we] summerland arT cluB meets Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Summerland Library.

Painters of all levels welcome. Workshops avail-

able. Contact Mary at 250494-5851 for info. fosTer care info sessions every Wednesday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at MCFD Resource Office.

For info call Moe at 250770-7524 or visit www. fosterbc.ca or www.mcf. gov.bc.ca/foster.

PenTicTon duPlicaTe Bridge Club has games Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Thursdays at 1 p.m. and the Under 100 Club Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. in the Penticton Legion on Martin Street. Call Birgitta at 250-770-1154 for more information. al-anon for friends and family of alcoholics at 7:30 p.m. at United

Church, 696 Main St. Call 250-490-9272 for info. seniors’ recreaTion and Wellness Centre at 439 Winnipeg St. hosts euchre every Wednesday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Call Jeanne at 250-492-7266 for more info.

THURSDAY August 6

souTh main droP-in Centre has Spanish conversation at 10 a.m., bingo and a crafters meeting at 1 p.m., improver line dance at 9 a.m., introductory ukelele at 2 p.m.[th] ToPs B.c. 1640 meets from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the Bethel Church basement at 945 Main St. Phone Beverley at 250493-5968 or Liz at 250493-7997 for more info. line dancing wiTh Claire Denney every Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Oliver Seniors Centre, 5876 Airport St. Call Claire at 778-439-2070 for information. royal canadian legion branch 40 has lunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., crib at 7 p.m., 502 Martin St. fraTernal order of the Eagles has tacos at 5 p.m. and musical trivia bingo at 7 p.m. Members and guests welcome to the hall at 1197 Main St. deserT sage sPinners and Weavers Guild meets at 10 a.m. at the Oliver Community Centre.

Visitors are always welcome. If you are interested in becoming a member stop by or contact Gail Erickson at rgerickson@ telus.net or 250-498-4959. line dancing aT the Oliver Senior Centre at 10 a.m. Get moving with Claire Denney. Call 778439-2070 for more info. alcoholics anonymous nighT group meets at 8 p.m. at 150 Orchard Ave. in the Outreach Centre.

The Okanagan Falls group meets at 8 p.m. at 5328 Hawthorne St. and the men’s book study group runs at 7:30 p.m. at 102 1825 Main St. Vineyard Church. elKs cluB has Crib Wars at 1 p.m. and snowball darts at 7 p.m. al-anon for friends and family of alcohol-

ics meets at 7:30 p.m. in the Summerland United Church. Call 250-4909272.

PenTicTon fly fishers meet the first Thursday each month at 216 Hastings St. at 7 p.m. They welcome new individuals and family memberships.

For more info, visit www. pentictonflyfishers.ca.Th01 ToPs (TaKe off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 5:30 p.m. at the Church of the Nazarene, 523 Jermyn Ave. Call Merle at 250770-8093.

FRIDAY

August 7 anaveTs has mixed doubles pool at 7 p.m., karaoke with Shawna at 7:30 p.m. elKs cluB on Ellis Street has drop-in fun darts and pool at 7 p.m. eagles cluB has Friday Night Live dinner at 5 p.m. and entertainment at 7 p.m. Members and guests welcome. souTh main droP-in Centre has bocce and yoga at 9 a.m., Tai Chi at 10:30 a.m., Mah Jong and beginner plus line dance at 1 p.m.[fr] royal canadian legion branch 40 has fish and chips lunch at 11:30 a.m.

Steak and baked potato dinner with all the trimmings at 5:30 p.m.. singles lunch grouP for 65-plus seniors meets at noon. Meet new friends and chat. Call 250-4965980 or 250-770-8622 for more info.

BereavemenT The resource Centre at 129 Nanaimo Ave. W has weekly drop-in grief support sessions Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Adults welcome. For more information on other available programs or support in the loss of a pet, please call 250-490-1107.[fr] alcoholics anonymous has Nooners meetings Monday to Friday noon at 1197 Main St. Call service 24 hours is 250-4909216. Friends group meets at Bethel Church at 7:30 p.m., 945 Main St. The Summerland group meets at 7:30 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. in the basement.

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PeoPle’s choice — Glenn scott of Kelowna shows off a picture of himself and a friend in the late '50s in front of his 1946 chrysler Town and country Woody. he's owned the car, which won the People's choice award at the Rotary Wheels car show, since 1956.

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sPcA staff hoping for sunny skies for cat found with bullet wound Western News Staff

He came in as a stray, with a limp in his hind right leg from an old injury.

When Sunny, a four-year-old male tabby cat was taken to the vet, the X-ray showed he had the remains and debris of a bullet in his knee joint. Although the injury was old and had healed, it caused chronic arthritis, swell-

ing and pain for the sweet-natured feline.

“Sunny had to have his leg amputated, but despite his pain and all that he’s been through, he’s a calm and affectionate cat – he’s great with other cats and loves kittens and food,” said South Okanagan-Similkameen BC SPCA Branch manager Corinne Ross. “He’s a real favourite with the volunteers. The amputation surgery went well and he’s recovering

nicely in foster care.”

Sunny will need weekly check-ups for the next few weeks, but will be available for adoption once he’s fully healed. Even with a discounted surgery rate from Rose Valley Veterinary Hospital, his medical costs are expected to be at least $1,650. A non-profit organization, the BC SPCA relies mainly on public donations to carry out its life-saving

work in helping the province’s most vulnerable animals.

“Sunny is such a sweetheart. We just want him to have a chance to live out the rest of his nine lives in a loving home,” Ross said.

To help the South Okanagan-Similkameen SPCA, visit spca.bc.ca/medicalemergency, or drop off donations in person at 2200 Dartmouth Dr.

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