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KELOWNA, B.C. - August 1, 2013 – FortisBC has decided to move ahead with the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) proj-ect, after receiving approval from the BC Utilities Commission (BCUC) on July 23, 2013, after an extensive public review process.

“Advanced meters, also referred to as smart meters, will help FortisBC customers see how their electricity is being used, so they can better understand their bills and make more informed decisions on how to conserve energy,” said Tom Loski, vice-president of customer service at FortisBC. “Electricity rates will be lower with advanced meters than without them, since the new meters will reduce electricity theft and nearly eliminate the expense from manual meter reading. It’s an exciting project that will provide a variety of benefits to customers, both now and into the future.”

As part of the BCUC decision approving the AMI project, the commission directed FortisBC to submit an application providing an option for customers to receive an advanced meter with the wireless radio transmissions turned off if they pay the incremental cost of opting-out. FortisBC has agreed to file an application by the Nov. 1, 2013 deadline providing details about the radio-off option, including fees charged to customers related to the incremental costs.

The process of exchanging the approximate-ly 130,000 electricity meters throughout B.C.’s

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Hedley residents Neil MacLeod and Lynn Wells along with a group of other residents are upset with all the negative pub-licity that the proposed cell tower in Hedley is getting.

In a press released dated July 25, 2013, Area G Director Angelique Wood explained that, “Although some residents of Hedley welcome the proposed tower, others have concerns.”

The concerns are that, “The proposed monopole would be placed on TELUS property in the community. This is rais-ing health and safety issues and also interferes with a view of the heritage Mascot Mine site from a lookout located at the Hedley Museum.”

The group of residents who are for cell service in Hedley

have done some research and put together the following infor-mation for the residents who are concerned.

“The reasons for concern are based on fear, not fact.The World Health Organization, The American Cancer

Society, The Canadian Cancer Society and Health Canada have all published fact sheets on the subject.

The cell phone tower would not block the view from the Hedley Heritage Museum. See photo page 6. - The photo was taken in the winter, it gives a good view of the landscape. The cell mast has been added to the photo and it clearly shows that the mast will not be in the line of sight from the museum. In fact, the neighbourhood trees are more of a visual obstacle than the pole itself.”

See CELL PHONE TOWER - Page 6See SMART METERS - Page 3

Hedley residents want cell serviceWelcome to Tu-La-MoonThis terrific float was in the annual Tulameen Family Fun Days parade in Tulameen on Saturday morning during the BC Day long weekend. The weekend full of events began on Saturdaycarrying on throughout the weekend, finishing up on Monday.

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ArtsGARDEN CLUB: Meets second Tuesday of every month, 1 PM, Seniors Branch 30. Call Doreen @ 250-295-1577

ARTS COUNCIL: Meets the third Wednesday of the month. 4:30 p.m. @ the Riverside Centre. En-quiries contact Dell @ 250-295-3266 New Members Welcome!

BUNCHGRASS QUILTERSMeet 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at the Riverside Centre from 10 - 3 p.m.. Everyone Welcome! Contact Sharon 250-295-4194 or Rosemary 250-295-6511

PRINCETON POTTERS GUILD, RIVERSIDE POTTERY STUDIO:Access to the potter’s wheel or hardwork, workshop opportunities, group projects. Call Sue for more info or to join. 250-295-0527

PRINCETON TRADITIONAL MUSIC SOCIETY:The Princeton Traditional Music So-ciety puts on the Traditional Music Festival each year in August, featuring traditional music from many places. The three-day festival is free and run entirely by volunteers. The 100+ musicians and dancers also offer their talents for free. If you would like to help out with the festival, please contact Jon or Rika @ 250-295-6010

Community:INTERESTED IN CHRISTIAN MEDITATION?For people who want to learn to pray with great simplicity, for people who would be willing to get to know Jesus who loves each of us immensely, for people who are at a dead end, for people who want to get to know themselves, for people who want to make a new begin-ning! We can go to God together and it’s free! Call me: Fr. Harry Clarke at 250-295-3541. Let us get a group going to the advantage of all.

PRINCETON LIBRARY:Tuesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. & 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.Wednesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.Fridays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

PRINCETON MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES:New members are encouraged to join us for an exciting new year.

WELCOME WAGON! Are you a new to Princeton? If so, we have information regarding local, civic, community services and facilities. We also have gifts for you from local merchants and businesses. Call 1-866-856-8442

HOSPITAL AUXILIARY: Meets second Monday of every month, 1:00 p.m. Hospital Board Room. For info., Call Doreen @ 250-295-1577

PRINCETON AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY SKILLS CENTRE SOCIETY:Meetings are held quarterly on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.

HEDLEY LIBRARY HOURS: A reminder that the Library is open ev-ery Thurs. from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and is located at the OAPO Hall on Scott Ave.

HEDLEY OAPO: 3rd Monday of every month regular general meetings - Everyone welcome to come.

SENIORS BRANCH #30POT LUCK SUPPER: Last Friday of every month, 5:30 p.m. Seniors Centre. Members can invite a guest.

MEMBERS ONLYPOOL TOURNAMENT: Last Tuesday of every month at the Se-nior’s Centre. 10:00 am

WHIST & CRIB: (Seniors Branch #30) First Saturday of each month at 1 PM. Coffee & refresh-ments included. Everyone welcome.

VERMILION FORKS PRINCETON O.A.P.O. BRANCH #185: Regular meetings second Friday of every month at 2 p.m.. Pot luck supper every third Friday at 5:00 p.m.

SEARCH AND RESCUE TRAINING SESSIONS: Meetings will be held on the first and third Tuesday of every month. Call Ar-nie Powell at 250-295-6759 for more information.

LITTLE FOLKS NURSERY SCHOOL: Meetings are every third Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at LFNS. 250-295-3083

ELKS AND ROYAL PURPLECOUNTRY STORE: Friday’s 11 - 6 and Saturday’s 10 - 3. Table rentals available. For info. Contact Doris Driver at 250-295-3518. Lunch available.

PRINCETON LEGION BRANCH #56: Reminds all veterans that the D.V.A. Now makes home visits. For more info. Phone 250-295-6060

JA SCHOOL & COMMUNITY GARDEN:New members invited to volunteer as “garden angels” attend committee meetings and garden their own plots. Phone Sandra 250-295-3779, Sharon 250-295-4080 or JAE School 250-295-6727

CINDY PAROLIN SAFE HOMES PROGRAM: Princeton and area, crisis intervention, emotional support, information, legal strategies and safe shelter in cases of abuse against women in relationships. Call the 24 hour women’s crisis line at 250-295-8211 for confidential services.

MONDAY NIGHT BRIDGE:@ Riverside Centre 7 - 9:30. Knowledge of bridge necessary. Call Gail @ 250-295-0171

HealthPRINCETON COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CHAC): Meets third Tuesday of every month at 7 PM at Town Hall.

PRINCETON HEALTH ACTION COMMITTEE: Regular public meetings first Wednesday of every month at 7 PM at the BPO Elks Lodge.

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN:If interested in attending, please call: Barb 250-295-4050 orDel 250-295-3266

TOPS: (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) chapter meets at Riverside Wellness Cen-tre every Thursday. Weigh-in-Time 8:30 AM Meeting 9:00–10:00 AM. For more information please contact Lynda 250- 295-3658 or Myrna 250-295-7272 Visit www.tops.org

COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS: Group helps bereaved parents. Will meet as needed. Call Shirley Haker at 250-295-3607. [email protected]

CRISIS LINE: You can call us 24 hours a day, everyday, and your call is confidential and anony-mous. The crisis line is 250-493-6622. Or call collect from locations within the South Okanagan Similkameen: (250)493-6622.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS:Meet Friday In Tulameen at 7:30 p.m. at Library call 250-295-7005

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Tuesdays @ 7:30 p.m. Arbor House. Thursdays @ 7:30 p.m. Baptist Church. Old Hedley road. Contacts: Fred 250-295-7272 or Marena 250-295-7663 NEW LADIES AL-ANON MEETING:Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? Mondays; noon - 1 p.m. @ Riverside Wellness Centre. Contact Cen-tral Referral @1-604-688-1716

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: Meet’s every Wednesday & Sunday at the Info Centre in Chamber Basement 7:30 P.M. Phone 1-877-234-5809

Club Notes:FREEMASONRY: FOR MEN OF GOOD CHARACTER:Freemasonry has been active in B.C. for over 130 years. It is a fraternity open to men of all races and religions. If you are of good character and want more infor-mation, please contact: The Secretary Similkameen Lodge #95A.F.. & A.M. C/O Box 174Princeton, BC V0X 1W0

PRINCETON LIONS CLUB: Regular dinner meetings the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month @ The Chamber of Commerce at 6:30 p.m.

ROYAL PURPLE:Meetings first and third Tuesdays 7:30 PM, Princeton.

ELKS: Meetings every second and fourth Sun-day, 2 PM.

ELKS AND ROYAL PURPLE: Joint meeting and pot luck supper every third Saturday at 5:30 PM.

PRINCETON PERFORMING ARTS: Meet first Tuesday of each month @ 7 p.m. in Riverside Theatre. Contact Derek @ 250-295-3037

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION: General meeting held on the third Sunday of each month at 1:00 PM.

PRINCETON LADIES AUXILIARY LEGION BRANCH 56: Meet 2nd Tuesday of the month @ Legion Hall at 7:00 p.m.

SIMILKAMEEN VALLEY ATV CLUB: meet 3rd Saturday of each month at 3:00 p.m. (March - August) in the Cham-ber Boardroom. Contact: 250-292-8348 [email protected]

HEDLEY MUSEUM:General Meeting, meets the 2nd Monday of each month. 6 p.m. @ The Hedley Museum

THE PRINCETON RIFLE AND REVOLVER CLUB:INDOOR SHOOTING RANGE Juniors & Seniors meet at 7 p.m.. every Wednes-day at the Family Centre (behind the legion). Phone 250-295-6150.

VERMILION FORKS FIELDNATURALISTS:Group meets second Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m. at the Riverside Centre. Public welcome.

OTTER VALLEY FISH & GAME:Meeting’s 3rd Thursday of each month at noon in the Club House.

VERMILION TRAILS SOCIETY:Meets at the Chamber Basement every 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. For more info: Contact [email protected] New Members welcome!

PXA MEETING: Held on the third Tuesday of each month. 7 p.m. at the PXA grounds. New Members welcome!

PRINCETON FISH & GAME:General meetings 2nd Monday of the month. 7:00 p.m. Wellness Centre. For memberships contact Joy Klassen @ 250-295-3134

PRINCETON RACING DAYS ASSOCIATION:Meets at the Sunflowers Downs Race Track. Third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. New Members welcome!

PRINCETON & DISTRICT FALL FAIR ASSOCIATION:Meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month at the Fair Grounds. 6:30 p.m. New Members welcome!

PRINCETON ROTARY CLUB:Meets every Tuesday @ 12 p.m. Heart-land Restaurant (dining room). For more info. Call Judy @ 250-295-0217. New members welcome!

COPPERHILL LANES:YBC Bowling Saturday 10 AM. Club 55. Men’s, Ladies and Mixed bowling leagues. Call 250-295-6500 for more information.

SPECIAL “O” BOARD;Meets 3rd Tuesday of the month. Contact 250-295-7218 for meeting place & time.

FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP: For more information, please contact Jennifer @ 250-295-7438

LAPIDARY PRINCETON’S ROCK & FOSSIL CLUB:Meetings held third Tuesday of the month. 7:00 p.m. Riverside Centre. Call Franz Hofer @ 250-295-3896 for more info. New members welcome!

PRINCETON COMMUNITY BAND:Meets Mondays and Thursdays 6 p.m. in the PSS Band Room.New musicians welcome!

YouthGIRL GUIDES OF CANADA:Contact: Carol Mack 250-295-7085

PRINCETON MINOR HOCKEY:Lori Gullison 250-295-3977

SIMILKAMEEN (JKA) SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB: 250-295-3909 or 250-295-7374

PRINCETON POSSE JR. HOCKEY CLUB: 250-295-6544

PRINCETON FIGURE SKATING CLUB:Lynette Boyd: 250-295-7113

KOKANEE SUMMER SWIM CLUB:Lindsay: 250-295-0759

PRINCETON FAMILY SERVICES SOCIETY : FAMILY PLACE 120 Kenley Ave. open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 11:00- 2:00. (Pre-natal) 11:00 -12:00 Mom’s help prepare and enjoy lunch together.

PRINCETON RODEO CLUB: Cattle penning, team sorting practices and fun nights: Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at River Rock Ranch Estates for the summer months. For more information please call 250-295-6977 (days) or evenings at 250-295-3981.

CHRISTMAS LIGHT UP COMMIT-TEE: Next meeting August 8, at 6:30 p.m., in the Chamber Boardroom. (Nev-er to early to start to plan!) Volunteers welcome to join, bring your ideas!

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Allan Dwayne Schoenborn will remain in custody in B.C. after the province’s Criminal Justice Branch rejected his bid to be transferred to a forensic psychiatric facility in Manitoba.

Schoenborn has been held at Forensic Psychiatric Hospital in Port Coquitlam since 2010 when he was found not criminally respon-sible for killing his three children in Merritt in April 2008.

Schoenborn applied for the transfer in February, during his annual appearance before a medical review board, so he could be closer to family members.

After the February hearing, the review board issued a decision that it “had no difficulty con-cluding that the evidence continues to show that the accused remains a significant threat,” and that he should “remain in hospital both for pub-lic protection as well as treatment.”

The review board recommended consent to the transfer, which must also be approved by the Attorney General’s ministries of both provinces. The B.C. ministry reviewed the case and deter-mined public safety is better served if he stays where he is.

Schoenborn denied transfer from B.C.

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KELOWNA - The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a man who died following a boating incident on Heart Lake near Hedley on July 20, 2013.

He is Clair Stacey Collicutt, aged 46, from Keremeos. Mr. Collicutt and a friend were out on a small boat on Heart Lake - a remote lake north of

Hedley - on the afternoon of July 20 when the boat overturned. The friend made it to shore, but Mr. Collicutt failed to reach the shoreline. The friend reported the incident the next day when he was able to reach a less remote location, but Mr. Collicutt had died at the scene.

The BC Coroners Service and RCMP continue to investigate this death.

B.C. Coroners Service confirms identity in boating death

B.C. Coroners Service identifies deceased tractor operator

Fatal motor vehicle accident in Tulameen

KELOWNA - The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a man who died following a tractor incident near Princeton on July 27, 2013.

He was Barend Vant’ Veld, aged 65, of Princeton. Mr. Vant’ Veld was operating a small bobcat tractor on Summers Creek Road, a gravel road near

Princeton on the morning of July 27, 2013, grading the road edges near a farm there. When he had not returned to the farm, the farm owner eventually reported him missing, and

Search and Rescue were called out. Early the next morning, Search and Rescue personnel found him in a ditch abutting the road. He was deceased at the scene.

The BC Coroners Service and RCMP continue to investigate this death.

On Saturday, August 3, 2013 at approximate-ly 4:45 p.m., a whit pick up truck carrying three occupants from the Lower Mainland was travel-ling South on Coalmont Road near Otter Lake Campground in Tulameen when it lost control.

The truck flipped over going into the ditch on the other side of the road, killing the driver.

The two male passengers in the truck escaped with only minor injuries.

Princeton RCMP, Traffic Services and the Coroner attended the scene and are currently

investigating the accident.The driver is a 23 year old Aldergrove male

who was not wearing his seat belt at the time of the accident.

Speed and alcohol were a factor. The drivers name is not being released until next of kin are notified.

Cpl. Mike GallagherPrinceton RCMP

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**Residential variable rate valid as of July 1, 2013. FortisBC’s rates are reviewed quarterly by the British Columbia Utilities Commission.

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Southern Interior will start next year and is expected to be finished by the end of 2015. The project affects only FortisBC’s electricity custom-ers, and does not include changing gas meters anywhere in the province.

Advanced meters are similar in appearance to traditional meters, but are able to wirelessly transmit meter readings and other operational information such as power outages. They provide a number of important improvements and ben-efits to electricity customers:

Electricity rates will be lower with advanced meters than without them. Advanced meters will pay for themselves by nearly eliminating the expense of manual meter reading and preventing millions of dollars lost to electricity theft.

Due to new Measurement Canada guidelines, most of FortisBC’s existing electricity meters will soon require replacing. Advanced meters address this issue while providing customers with more information and reducing the cost of operating the utility.

There will be fewer bill estimates, since elec-tricity use information is available for any date. Customers will know how much electricity they have used at any point during the billing period – they don’t have to wait for their bill to find out if their consumption is higher or lower.

Customers will have more detailed electricity use information that will help them better under-stand their bill and better manage their electricity use.

Advanced meters provide immediate notifica-tion of power outages, so crews can respond more effectively.

FortisBC’s AMI project has undergone a lengthy and thorough approval process through the BCUC that included community input ses-sions in the Okanagan and the Kootenays and an oral hearing in Kelowna.

For more information about advanced meters, customers can visit FortisBC’s AMI page at fortisbc.com/ami, or call our contact centre at 1-866-436-7874.

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Fire ban initiated August 1KAMLOOPS - Effective at

noon on Thursday, Aug. 1, all campfires will be prohibited across the Kamloops Fire Centre.

A map of the area covered by the campfire ban is available online at: http://bit.ly/12Rkuu6

This step is being taken to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect public safety. The fire danger rating is currently “high” throughout the Kamloops Fire Centre, with scattered pockets of “extreme”.

With the current trend of warm and dry weather, wildfires in the region have displayed very aggres-sive behaviour and required addi-tional fire suppression resources. Human-caused wildfires can divert critical resources and crews from responding to naturally occurring wildfires.

Open burning is prohibited throughout the Kamloops Fire Centre. This prohibition applies to open fires of any size, fires with a burn registration number, industri-al burning, fireworks, tiki torches, sky lanterns and burning barrels. The prohibition does not apply to cooking stoves that use gas, pro-pane or briquettes, or to a portable campfire apparatus with a CSA or ULC rating that uses briquettes, liquid or gaseous fuel, as long as the height of the flame is less than

15 centimetres.The open burning prohibition

covers all BC Parks, Crown and private lands, but does not apply within the boundaries of local gov-ernments that have forest fire pre-vention bylaws and are serviced by a fire department.

Please check with local govern-ments for any other restrictions before lighting a fire.

Anyone found in violation of an open fire ban, including camp-fires, may be issued a ticket for up to $345. Anyone who causes a wildfire through arson or reckless-ness may be fined up to $1 million, spend up to three years in prison and be held accountable for associ-ated fire fighting costs.

This prohibition will remain in

place until the public is notified that it has been rescinded.

For the latest information on

current wildfire activity, burning restrictions, road closures and air quality advisories, go to:

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VICTORIA – The ceremonies have become com-mon at the B.C. legislature. Government officials and aboriginal leaders gather to celebrate resource sharing agreements that allow economic development in areas that need employment but are hampered by a century of uncertainty and dispute over treaties, or lack thereof.

This approach emerged a decade ago with forest agreements. The B.C. Liberal government bought back timber cutting licences from big forest firms and made them available for community forests and aboriginal communities who claimed the areas as their traditional territories.

Recently the approach was extended to mining revenues and water licence fees paid by private power developers.

These are substantial steps forward for the only province in Canada in treaty limbo. A 2010 sharing deal worth more than $30 million in royalties for the Mount Milligan copper-gold mine north of Prince George helped the McLeod Lake Indian Band recover from the pine beetle and forestry slump that devastated its business base.

After many years of struggle, Mount Milligan expects to go into production this year. Another agreement with Kamloops-area com-munities shared revenues from an expanded Afton mine.

Perhaps the most ambitious agreement was concluded in March of this year when the government signed a deal with the Tahltan Nation for mining and hydroelectric development in remote north-western B.C. The deal clears the way for a major extension of the BC Hydro grid to power the Tahltan village of Iskut and also the Red Chris metal mine, opening up the region to other mining and hydro potential as well.

To get that deal, the province put up $20 million last year to buy back Shell Canada’s coalbed gas leases in the Klappan region, headwaters of the Nass, Skeena and Stikine Rivers. Those leases had become a target of international protest.

Even after these expensive concessions, it would be an error to conclude that all is well between the Tahltan and the province.

Stikine MLA Doug Donaldson questioned Aboriginal Relations Minister John Rustad on this point during the recent legislature session.

The Tahltan Central Council was pleased about shared decision-making on resource projects, until they found out that B.C. had handed the environmental assessment of a new open-pit coal mine over to the fed-eral government. The proposed mine is in the Klappan, known around the world as the Sacred Headwaters.

Rustad said shared decision-making deals such as the Tahltan agreement do not cover activities of the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office. Whether the review of that coal mine is federal, provincial or com-bined, it requires extensive consultation with affected parties.

That’s great, but all that goodwill could evaporate quickly if a coal mine ends up getting a permit despite Tahltan objections.

Rustad’s Nechako Lakes constituency is also a focal point for oil and gas pipeline proposals. Donaldson highlighted another problem. Last year the government signed a reconciliation agreement with the Gitanyow First Nation near Terrace, one of many communities strug-gling to get through the B.C. treaty negotiation process.

That agreement included a joint land-use plan. Then the Environmental Assessment Office asked the Gitanyow for its input on proposed gas pipelines through its territory, to feed the govern-ment’s liquefied natural gas plans. Again, the joint land-use plan has no provision for pipelines.

The Gitanyow hereditary chiefs wrote to the B.C. government in July, threatening to go to court over the pipeline proposal and ques-tioning the value of their hard-won reconciliation agreement.

Resource revenue sharing agreements and shared land-use plans are well-intentioned and represent real progress. But these situations show how fragile they are.

Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com [email protected]

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There’s a reverse echo going on around the country.

Whenever Liberal leader Justin Trudeau says something, his comments are invariably fol-lowed by a response, usually snide, from the Prime Minister’s Office, in other words, Stephen Harper.

Last week, Trudeau was in B.C. and he spoke for the decriminalization of marijuana.

Not surprisingly, the PMO came out chastis-ing Trudeau for his comments. Why not? Harper has nurtured a tough on crime reputation.

To the Conservative government’s credit crime across Canada appears to be on the decrease, according to Stats Canada data released last week.

Interestingly enough, statistics for marijuana-related offences are on the rise and began rising at about the time Harper and the Conservatives won their first minority government.

Coincidence?The point is, the Conservative government,

previous governments and the U.S. federal and state governments have tried to put the lid on marijuana cultivation, distribution and use.

The end result has been a very expensive failure.

Estimates of the annual value of the mari-juana economy vary, but let’s pick a conservative $10 billion.

If marijuana were legalized, the federal gov-ernment could keep $9 billion and pass $1 billion off to health care, education or social housing.

What about endangered species, the coast guard or infrastructure upgrades?

It’s time to rethink the approach to the war on drugs, legalizing marijuana would be a profitable and useful first step.

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Dear Editor,Recently, official appearing

notices were circulated from the City of Kelowna & City of Penticton alerting the population that jets are spraying chemicals which have been tested to be toxic to soil, water & humans. Sadly the use of City logos were forged but the information on these notices is true and well documented. Whoever circulated these notices was well informed. There is a tremendous amount of scientific data accessible via the internet. geoengineeringwatch.org, californiaskywatch.org, agricul-ture defense.org, thrive movement.com and environmentalvoices.org are excellent sources of unfiltered information. Unfortunately there is a media blackout firmly in place & the scientists who are proponents of aerosol geoengineering are com-partmentalized and do not appear to be overseen by any one.

Throughout my life I’ve been aware, observant, & apprecia-tive of the environment near and far. When I first heard about chem-trails (aerosol geoengineering) I was in denial which is a normal human response to information that one doesn’t want to hear or believe. When I saw these trails daily over my valley and observed beauti-ful clear blue mornings becoming murky hazy low overcast skies by mid day I began to search for infor-mation. I learned that these per-sistent contrails which is another name for “ aerosol geo engineering” have been seen all over the world since the late 90s.

In educating myself I’ve learned some most alarming facts. California skywatch.org and agri-culturedefence.org scientists report that the snow of Mount Shasta is 60,000 parts per million of alumi-num oxide Indigenous trees and plants are dying, growing food is becoming difficult. Soil samples have revealed high levels of alumi-num, barium salts, strontium & soil ph is rapidly becoming alka-

line. Alzheimer’s has risen 260 per-cent in Riverside County over ten years and respiratory mortality has moved from No. 8 to No. 3 in a period of 6 years. Aerosol geoen-gineering of chemical particulates has been heavy over California for years.

The website geoengineering-watch.org reports that he sun’s rays have decreased 22 percent in 10 years. Weather modification seems to be the motive by the compart-mentalized aerosol geoengineers. In an attempt to reflect the sun’s rays away from Earth by spray-ing tons of particulates the oppo-site effect is happening. Published NASA studies show that the reflec-tive cocoon is holding the heat at night, not allowing Earth’s natural cooling and exacerbating global warming. Weather can and is being programed and modified with dev-astating results.

The documentaries: “What In the World Are They Spraying?” and “Why in the World Are They Spraying?” by Truthmediaproductions.us are essen-tial to learning the big picture. Both are available online. “Thrive” can be viewed free on thrivemovement.com.

I urge everyone to inform them-selves and ask the questions:

Who is responsible?Who is profiting from the sales

of chemicals? Who is paying for this assault on

our environment, our health and well being of generations to come?

Who is controlling the media blackout?

When one knows the answers, the “whys” become apparent.

The truth is unpleasant but only an informed population can act effectively. A good place to start is by looking up at our sky and being curious about what you see.

Suzie AndersonPenticton BC

Dear Editor,We know man’s best friend out-

side your good natured little sweetie is the dog. But man is not always the dogs best friend when walking it.

They have the poor embarrassed dog desecrating Mother Nature with it’s droppings and pee and leaving it there. How would you like to have that happen to your Mom?

People who walk their dog with-out a pooper scooper, bag and pee-bottle should be fined $200 for first offence and an additional $100 for

every offence thereafter plus made to take a six week course in com-passionate dog diapering.

Should the offence continue the offender would be required to spend four weekends pooper scoop-ing and beautifying the community and Mother Nature.

Can’t look after a dog with responsible love, don’t have one. Gift it to your mother-in-law.

Regards,Joe SchwarzPenticton B.C.

Open Letter to the Arts Council,Maybe if there had been better advertising

of the groups playing throughout the summer at the gazebo—more people would come out in support of these events?

It was a poor showing for the Allenby Road Band on Saturday, July 13. What a disappoint-ment! This is a good group of folks, well worth listening to. My visiting friends from the coast thoroughly enjoyed the performance as I did also.

Those who weren’t there missed some great music.

Thanks Allenby Road Band, for great enter-tainment, it was a fun time!

Kay GoglinPrinceton, B.C.

Dear Editor:It would be greatly appreciated if you would

publish the following information for your read-ers.

This is to inform your readers that 1,300 signatures from Princeton to Kelowna are on their way by Express Post to FORTISBC John Walker, CEO & President, BC Utilities Commission - Len Kelsey Office & Chair, Premier Christy Clark and Minister of Energy and Mines - Bill Bennett.

Thank you to all who passed the word about these informal and unsolicited petitions. These signatures are sending a serious message that the people of British Columbia will not sit by quietly while FortisBC continues to cause exces-sive financial hardship by continually increasing our electricity rates, that the Two-Tier System is ludicrous and people are angered with Smart Meters being rammed down our throats.

In a letter addressed to the above mentioned, it is made clear that a response is expected within 30 business days. It is further stated that the ‘replies will be published out of respect for the hundreds of voices to know that you have answered their call.’

Stay tuned folks. There is a feeling that this issue is not yet resolved. Once again, thank you everyone!

Kelly WheelerOliver, B.C.

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Cell Phone Tower - from page 1“Are there any

health effects?A large number

of studies have been performed over the last two decades to assess whether mobile phones pose a potential health risk. To date, no adverse health effects have been established as being caused by mobile phone use.” — 2011 World Health Organization

To view the pub-lished findings on the research completed by The World Health Organization, Health Canada and the oth-ers, visit www.hc-sc.gc.ca/hl-vs/ iyh-vsv/prod/cell-eng.php and www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/radiation/cons/stations/index-eng.php - both these sites have detailed information pertaining to these concerns and offer link sites for further study and information.

The group of residents who view having cell phone access in Hedley as an absolute positive and a necessity do so for the following reasons;

Emergencies: a cell phone can mean the difference between life and death for someone away from their home and land line in the event of an accident, injury or health crisis. Having a cell phone on your person would make a huge difference.

Car Accidents: being able to call for help at the scene of an accident cold save precious moments and lives.

Back - up: A back up communication service for Hedley’s first responders and firefighters is a definite positive.

Convenience or necessity: Residents who do use cell ser-vice should not have to drive to Princeton or Keremeos just to use their phone.

Restriction of visi-tors: family members and friends of Hedley residents have report-ed that they are unable to visit in Hedley due to the fact that their employment requires they be on call and without cell service - if in Hedley, they can not be reached via cell phone.

On Saturday, August 10, 2013, the Regional District of Okanagan-

Similkameen (RDOS) will hold a poll open to all residents of Hedley to determine whether they support a 20 meter monopole for cell and data service at 796 Scott Avenue, or not. Polling will be taken from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Community Centre - 956 Scott Avenue.

The residents who are all for the cell tower are hoping that those who do have concerns regarding the safety of having the tower installed and those that have concerns that the view of the mine will be obstructed, will take the time to become informed with facts.

They also encourage all Hedley residents come out to vote on Saturday.

Information on the polling and voting eligibility require-ments are listed on the RDOS website www.rdos.bc.ca

Penticton Western News, July 28, 2013Illustration of proposed cell tower in Hedley.

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PRINCETON, B.C. (July 25, 2013)The wheel that keeps turning, which is the

Hockey Operations department of the Princeton Posse, has struck again in what is looking like a massive retooling of the Posse’s shelves. The Posse have sent Kaleb Boyle, one of their high-est point earners last season, to the Campbell River Storm of the VIJHL in return for four players in a multi-team swap. Posse GM and Head Coach Bill Rotheisler stated “We need to become a more competitive team in the playoffs, Kaleb was a competitor here, but the assets we have coming back increase the compete factor we will have on the ice and at camp, and shows our commitment to being a strong organization to our players, and our fans”.

Boyle, born in `94, scored 34 goals and 31 assists in 51 games, putting him second in points for the Posse last season.

In exchange, the Posse will receive four 1995 born players in Gibson Doney, Bradley King, Kurtis Coburn and a player in the form of a future consideration, based solely on paper work still being processed at the time of the press release, but will be announced shortly.

Doney, from Nanaimo, is a smart physical forward who has a reputation of being very tough to play against. Doney’s reputable physi-cal skill has turned allot of heads. The Salmon Arm Silverbacks prospect will be attending their main camp and could potentially earn a spot on the team. Silverback’s representative’s high praise of Doney was a big contributor to the Posse’s interest. Doney also has Major Junior interest.

King, known for his speed, split last season between the Abbotsford Pilots and Campbell River Storm, as well as playing for his home-town Chilliwack Chiefs of the BCHL for 5

games. Along with Doney and Coburn, King was identified by current Posse staff last season when they were rivals in the Comox Valley.

Kelowna’s Kurtis Coburn made the leap to Junior B as a 16 year old, playing for the Grand Forks Border Bruins in the 2011-2012 season. Last season was split between Grand Forks and Campbell River. Coburn brings grit to the team, earning 68 penalty minutes in 24 games. Although still young at 18, Coburn already has a full two years of experience in the KIJHL under his belt.

The player to be announced is a high point producing forward and has a strong potential to play junior A this season, however if returned to the Posse, he will make a significant impact.

Rotheisler is excited about the new mem-bers of the Posse, “All players we are getting from this deal fit the design of our team. We have been working on this deal since we started evaluating our roster. All players are young, however combine for a lot of junior experience.” Rotheisler added, “These players, along with our most recent signings, are all going to be big con-tributors to a team that we expect will rise to the physical demands of a long season and playoffs.”

Posse acquire four players in exchange for 19 year old forward Kaleb Boyle

Princeton hockey SchoolThe Princeton Posse and Princeton Minor Hockey have partnered up to provide a four day hockey school opportunity for local youth. The Hockey school will run from August 19 to 22 at the Princeton & District Arena and is open to players born 2000-2002, and 2003-2006. The Camp will be run by the Posse coaching staff and will consist of two ice times a day and a daily off ice activity.For more information, cost and complete sched-ule visit the camp section of

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The Princeton Traditional Music Festival is just over a week away and we hope we’ll see you all there. The Festival begins on the evening of Friday, August 16 with the opening ceremony followed by a country dance on Veterans’ Way beside the Legion. The dance will feature a live band with fiddle, guitar and concertina. Everyone is welcome. There will be a caller to teach the dances so no experience is necessary and people don’t even need to bring a partner. On Saturday and Sunday there will be music from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. right in town.

As always there will be a big contingent of Celtic musicians at the Festival. Besides their concerts, these musicians will all be getting together for the Irish jam on Sunday afternoon at the Festival.

One of the Celtic groups is Blackthorn, a Vancouver-based folk group who is here for their second appearance at the Festival. The group’s repertoire celebrates the traditional music of Scotland and Ireland as well as the folk music of English and French Canada. From lively jigs and reels to heart-wrenching airs and bal-lads, savour the melodies and intricately woven harmonies that bring this music to life in a new way, mixed with humour and, above all, fun. The group was formed in 1989, which makes it one of the longest-running Celtic groups in the province. Members of the group are multi-instrumentalists who will have your toes tapping to Celtic tunes and your heartstrings pulled with songs.

We also welcome back Claddach from Kelowna for their fourth appearance at the Festival.

Claddach sings traditional and contemporary songs that illuminate social and/or political aspects of the human condition. Sometimes they choose a song just because they like it and it’s fun to sing with others. They also play Celtic tunes for dancing, hoping to encourage people to get up and dance.

A new Celtic group this year is Et Tu Fluté, which consists of Irish flute players Brad Hurley and Becky Deryckx. Brad began playing tradi-tional Irish music in the 1970s and has played for dances, concerts and festival workshops all

around the east coast. He appears as a guest musician on five CDs

and is currently working on a duo CD with Roscommon fiddler Ellis Crean. He has also developed a popular website on the Irish flute at www.firescribble.net/flute. Becky is a more recent addition to the Irish musical tradition. She plays primarily in pub sessions in the Pacific Northwest but travels regularly to the east coast and to Ireland to expand her understanding of the music. Brad was one of her early mentors and they have remained close friends ever since.

These are just three of the many Celtic groups appearing at this year’s Festival, and the best thing about it is it’s free!

The reason it’s free is because it’s run entirely by volunteers and the performers are donating their talents. To make the festival a success the organizers will need lots of volunteers. If you’d like to get involved, please contact them. Even if you have only a couple of hours available your help would be most welcome. Give them a call and they’ll welcome you aboard.

To find out more visit the Festival’s webblog at princetonfestival.org or give Jon and Rika a call at 295-6010.

Blackthorn appearing at festivalRika Ruebsaat

Princeton Traditional Music Festival

Blackthorn will be performing at this year’s Princeton Traditional Music Festival.

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Claddach from Kelowna will be here for their fourth appearance at the Festival.

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ELECTORAL AREA “G” (HEDLEY) OPINION POLL PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to the Electoral Area “G” residents within the Hedley Telus Poll area that a non-binding public opinion poll on the following question will be held at the polling location identified below: “Are you in favour of a 20 metre monopole being installed at 796 Scott Avenue for cellular phone and data service.” The GENERAL POLLING OPPORTUNITY will be held on: SATURDAY, August 10, 2013 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm at the following Polling Place: Hedley Community Club, 956 Scott Avenue, Hedley BC To confirm whether your property is within the Hedley Telus Poll area, please refer to the Hedley Telus Poll Map at www.rdos.bc.ca/news-events/other-voting. VOTER REGISTRATION AND ELECTOR QUALIFICATIONS There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for voting on this question will take place at the time of voting. At the time of registering to vote, Electors will be required to make a declaration that the Elector meets the following requirements: Resident Electors

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resident property elector in relation to one parcel of real property in the specified area of Electoral Area “G” of the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen

If there is more than one individual who is the registered owner of real property, only one of those individuals may register to vote as a Non-Resident Property Elector and MUST obtain the written consent of the number of individuals, who together with the person registering to vote, are a majority of those individuals on title to the real property.

At the time a Non-Resident Property Elector registers to vote, the application for registration must be accompanied by proof satisfactory to the Election Official that the applicant is entitled to register in relation to the real property, and if applicable, the written consent from the other registered owners of the real property. Non-Resident Property Elector Consent Forms will be available at the Voting Place at the time of voting or can be obtained prior to the time of voting by contacting the Deputy Corporate Officer as per the contact information below. ELECTOR IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Resident electors will also be required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). The identification must prove both residency and identity. Picture identification is not required. Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if applicable, written consent from the other property owners. Picture identification is not required. Documents accepted for purposes of elector identification must either be the documents prescribed under regulations to the Local Government Act or evidence deemed acceptable and satisfactory to the election official at the Voting Place. SCRUTINEERS One (1) Scrutineer each for and against the question will be appointed if applications are received from persons who wish to volunteer for the positions. Only persons entitled to vote as electors on the question shown above are entitled to act as scrutineers. Persons interested in making application to scrutineer may do so by contacting Christy Malden, Deputy Corporate Officer, at the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen or by completing the Application for Scrutineer at the website www.rdos.bc.ca/news-events/other-voting.

Applications will be accepted during the period:

8:30 am, Monday July 29, 2013 to 4:30 pm, Wednesday August 8, 2013

Applications will only be received during regular office days and hours during this period. Questions with respect to this Polling Opportunity may be directed to: Christy Malden DEPUTY CORPORATE OFFICER (250) 490-4146 Or in person, at the following location: Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen, 101 Martin Street, Penticton, BC This opinion poll is being conducted to determine the opinion of residents within the Hedley Telus Poll area with respect to installation of a monopole at the specified location. Results of this opinion poll are in no way binding.

Rockin’ in the streets of Hedley

Lazy Mike and the Rockin’ Recliners played to a street packed with Hedley residents and visitors on Saturday night.Band members are Kyle Guineau - Lead Guitar, “Lazy” Mike Mallon - Vocals and Harmonica, Bob “Blue” Berry - Bass and Vocals, and Ryan Connell - Drums and Vocals. To learn more and keep up with band perfor-mances visit: www.lazy-mikerockinrecliners.com

Lazy Mike and the Rockin’ Recliners returned to Hedley, B.C., for the second annual Hedley Summer Street Dance this past long weekend.

The band came out to support and entertain the approximate 320 residents and visitors of Hedley during the now yearly fundraiser for the Hedley Community Club.

“They had such a great time with us last year, they wanted to come back,” said TJ Bratt, orga-nizer of the event.

The Hedley Community Club came up with the idea of a street dance and dinner in order to raise funds to do something with the old baseball diamond. “It could be a place to hold events like this, with a stage—anything, we just want to do something with it,” said Bratt.

Along with salads prepared by ladies in the community, Bratt’s husband Doug put out a bar-becue chicken dinner with new potatoes for 150 people on Saturday night.

The dinner was held in Woodlie Park at 5 p.m. Plate charge for adults was $12 and children $6. Dinner charges were to cover the fee for the band and a 50/50 raffle was held to raise funds for the club.

The dance began at 7 p.m., right outside Woodlie Park on the main street in Hedley, last-ing until 11 p.m.

The street was packed with couples and fami-lies dancing and enjoying the great sounds of the blues band, and those that weren’t dancing brought chairs to sit and enjoy the music filled evening.

Bratt says this event is one of the easier events to put together, “It just comes together with the club and the people/places that support us.”

The club extends their thanks and appreciation for the support from the Friends of the Hedley Community Club; Donna’s Deli, the Hitching Post, The Hedley Country Market, the Senior’s Centre and from Keremeos; Pharmasave, Value Plus, Sanderson’s Farm, The Branding Iron, CIBC, Similkameen Agencies, Valley First Credit Union and Buy-Low Foods.

Lazy Mike and the Rockin’ Recliners is a four piece rockin’ blues band out of Vancouver Island. They have been performing since 2007 at numer-ous clubs and events throughout the Island and the interior of B.C.

The band has released a CD entitled Life’s Been Pretty Good and are currently working on their second CD.

If you missed the opportunity to attend the street dance, Lazy Mike and the Rockin’ Recliners are scheduled to perform at the Summertime Blues Festival on August 25 in Nanaimo.

Lisa [email protected]

Rockin’ blues band



CAPRICORN: Capricorn, tight deadlines at work will have the pressure on you and your coworkers. But stick to the task at hand, and you will reap the rewards in the near future.

AQUARIUS: Hard work will get you ahead, Aquarius. Don’t shy away from an opportunity that comes your way, even if it seems less than promising at first glance.

PISCES: Pisces, you may find yourself in a leadership role this week and will be called on to make a lot of decisions. Take advantage of this opportunity.

ARIES: Aries, try not to pick sides when asked for your opinion on a dispute between close friends. Giving the impression of picking sides may strain a friendship.

TAURUS: Many positive things are on the horizon, Taurus. You just have to get through a few rough spots before it is clearer sailing this week. Pisces is a pivotal player.

GEMINI: Challenge yourself this week, Gemini. Now is a great time to take on a new hobby or task and test your mettle. You will be glad you did when you accomplish your goals.

CANCER: Cancer, trust those around you as they can be a valuable source of support and encourgagment. Work to be there for them as much as they have been there for you.

LEO: Leo, a travel opportunity is just over the horizon, so have your bags packed and ready to depart at a moment’s notice. You can certainly use some time away.

VIRGO: Virgo, once you think you have everything figured out, a few variables get thrown into the mix. You will show your ability to solve problems if you can handle the task.

LIBRA: Libra, someone close to you puts their faith in your ability to get a job done. Devote all of your attention to completing this task, and it will only enhance your resume.

SCORPIO: Scorpio, others are quick to look to you for help because of your work ethic, experience and attention to detail. Embrace these opportunities as they can help your career.

SAGITTARIUS: Sagittarius, it could be in your best interest to remain out of the spotlight at the next social gathering. You might have a more enjoyable time as a fly on the wall.

FOR ENTERTAINMENT ONLY

Add some flavor to an old favorite

When cooking cabbage, the trick to keeping it green is to cook it very brief-ly. To add flavor, add some bacon and nutmeg, just like in the following rec-ipe for “Braised Cabbage With Bacon and Nutmeg” from Sophie Braimbridge’s “Stylish Mediterranean” (Kyle Books).

BrAised CABBAge With BACon And nutmeg

Serves 4

11/4 pounds Savoy cabbage2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil5 ounces bacon or pancetta, sliced

or diced1 large garlic clove1 heaped tablespoon chopped sage

or rosemary leaves Good pinch of nutmeg Sea salt and freshly ground black

pepper

Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage and wash them if dirty or trim if wilting. Cut in half, removing any thick stems. Then finely slice. Quarter the remaining cabbage,

remove the thick core and finely slice.Add the oil and bacon to a large lidded

saucepan and cook on a high heat until light golden brown. Chop the garlic and sage, turn the heat to low, and add them to the pan. Cook briefly, then add the cab-bage, adding a splash of water if you think the cabbage might brown. Season with nutmeg, salt and pepper. Cover the pan

and cook gently for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, and adding a dash more water if it’s sticking on the bottom. You want the cabbage to retain its nice green color.

Serve immediately -- you can reheat it, but the color may fade! PC118093

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The following businesses were too late to list their new or changed number in the 12-13 phone book:

PRINCETON TAXI.................Princeton Health Centre.....Joan's Jewellery & Cakes.....Sun Oka Appraisals...........The Winking Pedlar..............Nugget Valley Gold..............Sewn For You.......................Red Cross.............................Vermilion Forks Fitness......Princeton Fire & Safety.......Madysen Salway (Licenced Hair Stylist).........Princeton Heating & Air Conditioning........................

ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS:If you *missed the book* and operate a business in our market area. Call the Similkameen Spotlight at: 250-295-3535 or Fax us a note at: 250-295-7322 and publish your name and number at no charge.

Please Call The Spotlight Today to list your phone number at no charge!

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Spotlight on Smiles

Name: Jacob LowLikes: attending the Hedley Summer Street Dance for the second year in a row! Great

food, good people and awesome band!

Thumbs up to the communities of Tulameen and Hedley for hosting fantastic

family events over the BC Day long weekend!

Thumbs down to the drivers out there who were driving like

maniacs! Geeze, if you’re in that much of a hurry leave earlier! No need to make the roads a dangerous place for everyone

else!

Thumbs Up/Down

If you have a thumbs up/down or want to be our Smile of the Week, give us a call at 250-295-3535

or drop by the Spotlight at 282 Bridge Street.

Princeton Pentecostal Church(The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada)

165 Vermilion Avenue Beside the Museum,

invites you to join with us in Sunday Worship

10:15 Children’s Sunday Safari10:30 am Morning Worship

Pastor Dave Janke250-295-7951

St. Paul’s United ChurchAlso serving the Anglican Community

Office: 250-295-7714WorshiP - 10:00 am

Communion: 3rd Sunday of the month

office hoursTues and Thurs: 9:30 am - noon

190 - 1st AvenueEveryone Welcome

Baptist Church of Princeton

Across from Arena - Old Hedley Road

Family Worship 10:00 am Prayer Meetings on

Wednesday at 7:00 pm

250-295-7752

Living WaterCommunity Church

Invites You to38 Kenley Avenue

10:30 Morning Worship

Pastor George DonovanTel: 250-295-7733

CELL:250-293-6447



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DRAFTING & DESIGN SERVICE

Reichert Sales & Service Ltdski-doo & can-am Sales & Service

[email protected] & Ed ReichertPh: 250-295-6489Fax: 250-295-7768

Tulameen, B.C.V0X 2L0

Farm & Industrial EquipmentGeorge Edge

MahindraTractors

www.westcoasteq.com

RENTALSTORE

Princeton, B.C. Ph: 250-295-0101 Fx: 250-295-0103email: [email protected]

EQUIPMENT RENTALS

PRINCETON REALTY

Heather JohnsonOwner/Manager

CENTURION®

2003 - 2006

LICENSED PROPERTY MANAGER224 Bridge Street PO Box 880 Princeton, BC V0X 1W0Bus: 250-295-6977 Cell: 250-295-8591Fax: 250-295-3411 Res: 250-295-7055 Toll Free: 1-877-295-6977Email: [email protected]: www.princetonbc.com

Independently Owned and Operated ®TM Trademarks of AIR MILES International BV.Used under License by LoyaltyOne. inc and Century 21 Canada Limited Partnership

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

YOUR AD HERE

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TOM REICHERT RENTALSBox 1C #2 Tulameen, BC V0X 2L0

Phone 250-295-7329 Fax 250-295-7395Specializing in: Cement Finishing Damp Proofi ng & Forms

[email protected]

RENTAL SERVICES

YOUR AD HERE

Farm & Industrial EquipmentGeorge Edge

MahindraTractors

www.westcoasteq.com

RENTALSTORE

Princeton, B.C. Ph: 250-295-0101 Fx: 250-295-0103email: [email protected]

FARM MACHINERY DEALER HOME REPAIRS

4 LICENSED MEChaNICS 2 with Extensive GM Training / 2 with 30 years experience

all mechanics take ongoing training & updating. We have the Best Diagnostic equipment availaBle

•A/C Work •Transmissions • Specialize in Computers & Computerized Fuel Injection

now offering: •Flat Repairs •New Tire Sales •Wheel BalancingCan inspect motorcycles to greyhounD Buses

Huffy’s Auto Repair

Ph: 250-295-6458

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[email protected] & Ed ReichertPh: 250-295-6489Fax: 250-295-7768

Tulameen, B.C.V0X 2L0

CAN-AM SKIDOO

331 Old Hedley RoadPO Box 948Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0

Ph: 250-295-0606Fax: 250-295-6588

Brian CoyneOwnerOld Style

Sales & DeliveryBedding & Pellet

BEDDING & PELLET

DARYL CLARKECertifi ed Septic Design & Installations / Foundation Excavations

Water, Electric & Sewer Line Installations / Landscaping & ClearingPhone: 250-295-0095 Cell: 250-293-6021

CONTRACTOR

princetonfarm centre ltd

FARM & GARDEN SUPPLIES

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PH: 250-295-0255

283 Burton Ave, Princeton, B.C.www.princetonfarmcenter.com

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PRINCETON SEPTIC SERVICEGOVERNMENT CERTIFIED

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CONTRACTOR

Nick Itterman ContractingGENERAL CONTRACTING

•RENOVATIONS •FRAMING •FINISHING

Cell: (250) 295-1386 Phone: (250) 293-6741

YOUR AD HERE

Sakchai Rick Chaicomdee516 7th Ave. P.O. Box 128, Keremeos, BC V0X 1N0

Tel: 250-499-2561 Cell: 604-649-9908Email: [email protected]

Website: www.benjathairestaurant.com

RESTAURANT


Brian CoyneOwner

Ph: 250-295-0606Fax: 250-295-6588

BIN & DISPOSAL

Phone: 250-295-7381 Princeton Plaza

Quality Foods,

Toys and Supplies for your

Dogs & Cats.

Aquarium Supplies Aviary Supplies

Herp Supplies

PET SUPPLIES

FREE ESTIMATES • ALL WORK GUARANTEED

ALL PURPOSE ROOFING• Let me keep you dry /Reasonable rates• Any type of re-roofing & repairs• Serving the area for over 20 years• Over 60 years experience/NO Subcontracting

RAY MICHAUD email: [email protected]

Toll Free 1-877-299-ROOF (7663)Princeton: 250-295-3643 Fax: 250-295-3472

•10% Seniors Discount

ROOFING SERVICE

Princeton RentalsPrinceton RentalsRents Air Compressors

Call 250-295-6545 or 1-800-253-0233

185 CFM, 250 CFM & 375 CFMDiesel

Our 38th Year in Business

RENTAL SERVICES

THE HUT Bottle Depot

WE ACCEPT ALL POP, JUICE, WATER, MILKLIQUOR AND BEER CONTAINERSHOURS: 11 AM - 4 PM DAILY

CLOSED TUESDAYS AND STAT HOLIDAYS367 HWY. 3 250-295-3835

Now Accepting

MILKContainers!

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General HomeRepairs & Renovations

Macey MacDonald

Free Estimates - Senior DiscountProfessional Work Inside & Outside

Mobile Home SpecialtyNo Job Too SmallProfessional Decks

250-295-4393Cell: 250-295-2049

HOME RENOVATIONS

MAC’S AUTO PARTS193 Vermilion Ave.Ph: 250-295-6944

HONDAWATER PUMPS, TILLERS,

LAWN MOWERS, GENERATORS,

SNOW BLOWERS

AUTO PARTS

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CONTRACTOR

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The B.C. government is pressing ahead with its goal of a 10-year agreement with B.C. teachers, appointing a “public administrator” to replace school trustees on the board of their provincial bargain-ing agency.

Education Minister Peter Fassbender said the change is temporary, and the B.C. Public School Employers’ Association will continue to play an important role in talks with teachers and support staff. BCPSEA will be under the direction of Michael Marchbank, CEO of the Hospital Employers’ Association, when talks with the B.C. Teachers’ Federation resume in September.

Fassbender’s announcement surprised school trustees around the province. He

said he spoke to or left messages for trustees on the BCPSEA executive before making the announcement in Vancouver Wednesday.

The move is to meet a demand of the B.C. Teachers’ Federation to bar-gain directly with the B.C. government, Fassbender said. The government also intends to eliminate essential services rules that keep schools open with mini-mum staff during strikes.

Fassbender denied the suggestion he is setting up a “showdown” with teachers that would shut down schools and turn the public against unions. The structural change is needed to achieve the stabil-ity for students and parents promised by Premier Christy Clark, he said.

“It’s not about pitting them against us,” Fassbender said. “It’s about finding

a new road map where we can achieve that goal.”

A two-year contract extension and wage freeze imposed by the government on teachers expired at the end of June. Jim Iker, who took over this spring as BCTF president, told CKNW radio Thursday his union isn’t opposed to a long-term settlement, as long as more resources are there to improve classroom conditions.

The BCTF is returning to court this fall to seek restoration of bargaining for class size and special needs support.

School support staff represented by the Canadian Union of Public Employees are to resume negotiations for a new con-tract this month, after walking away last spring because their negotiators didn’t believe BCPSEA had an adequate man-date to get a settlement.

CUPE employees have not had a raise in four years.

Tom FletcherBlack Press

No ‘showdown’ with teachers, minister says

Black PressEducation Minister Peter Fassbender

Similkameen Spotlight August 7, 2013 www.similkameenspotlight.com A17SpotlightLIFESTYLES


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Supplier of a complete line of quality trophies, gifts and manufacturer of plastic or metal signs & badges.

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131 Pinewood28 km’s Princeton Summerland Road

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•Pick-up and Delivery available

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Ph: 250-295-0606Fax: 250-295-6588

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Supplier of a complete line of quality trophies, gifts and manufacturer of plastic or metal signs & badges.

P.O. Box RR#1, Site 11, Comp 26Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0Phone: 250-295-6254

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This week we are staying with family in Port Hardy, North Vancouver Island. The guys were accompanied by over sixty Orcas on their return into Hardy Bay after a moderately successful fishing day Tuesday. I have been relaxing and remembering...

Last week I ended my tale with leaving Saskatchewan and entering Manitoba, the province where I spent my formative years and then some. We had pulled off the main high-way the night before and cozied up to several large grain elevators and the usual railway tracks in the border town of Reston, Manitoba. The next morning, as we walked to a little cafe for morning coffee, the smell of caragana nearly bowled me over with its associated childhood memories. I didn’t have to look far to find those ubiquitous hedges surrounding the nineteen-fifties style prairie ranch houses. The sky was streaked with those high thin clouds that spoke of scorching days, kids running through backyard hoses, popsicles and Koolaid. Later, there might be a spectacular thunder and lightening storm that would clear as quickly as it came, leaving cleansed air and great puddles to play in.

The restaurant was full and the breakfast was enormous. We had learned to share a meal when on the prairies. Farmers and ranchers eat considerably more than senior travelers! I began listening for the subtle changes in pronunciation, the different expressions. Later, as we continued east on the Trans Canada Highway, I found myself marveling at the enormous fields of sunflowers, canola, wheat and other cereal crops.

And the sky! The violet-blue of that enormous dome just knocked me out! I had taken all this for granted when I lived there but clearly I had absorbed this landscape into my psyche. Why else would I have done so many horizontal paintings in those days? How come I needed so much

elbow room and an inordinate amount of time to myself? Are prairie folks really that different?Because we especially wanted to spend time in Quebec and Newfoundland, we drove that

entire day to the Ontario border and on through to Dryden. The weather was great, the dear old van was very comfortable, and a good thing too, because northwestern Ontario is not noted for

the quality of this section of the Number 1 Highway. After an uneventful night in the Dryden Walmart, we continued through the land of the Group of Seven for three of four more days with short stops in Sault St. Marie, North Bay and Mattawa. We meant no disrespect but time was being gobbled up by the miles. Getting to the North Sydney, Nova Scotia ferry before hurricane season was a goal of mine. I’m a decent sailor but the Atlantic is not to be trifled with and I may be impulsive but I’m not usually an idiot. Besides, we were planning on a lengthier stay in Ontario on the return portion of our journey.

As we drew closer to the Ontario/Quebec border, I began cramming for the big test. Rats! Why hadn’t I worked harder on my feeble French before this? What was I thinking? I tried to run over a few phrases but when I began to recite my grade nine Parisian French, I noticed Paul looking puzzled, It seemed my ability to com-municate in our second official language was seriously flawed. I panicked. Then I remembered Paul had grown up in Northern Quebec and began to pray fervently for his complete recall. We had heard the horror stories of people in Quebec refus-

ing to speak English and there are just some things one can’t do without, especially for seniors, if you get my drift. I decided my line of defense was to carry a French/English dictionary tucked under my arm. A good decision as I will explain next week when I tell you about the truly beauti-ful province. Au revoir and till then...

ARTI-FACTSMERRILYN HUYCKE

Epic trip ~ memories flood in upon the return to Manitoba

A18 www.similkameenspotlight.com Wednesday, August 7, 2013 The Similkameen Spotlight

Happy Quarter of a Century Day!

Happy Birthday J-Lee,

With lots of love,Mom & Mike

Dad & Kate and Grandma LynnAugust 6

J-Lee

Cori-Lynn

A whole lotta love to wish

you a day a special as

you are!

Happy Birthday Cori,

With lots of love,Mom & Mike

Dad & Kate and Grandma Lynn

August 5

SALES & SERVICEKal Tire is the largest independently owned tire dealer in Canada. We offer a clean and safe work environment in a motivating and f n atmosphere with a competitive salary and ene ts program.IF YOU POSSESS...

• A desire to exel in customer service• The ability to successfully work in a physically

demanding team atmosphere• Willingness to learnTHEN KAL TIRE WANTS YOU TO BECOME

PART OF OUR TEAM.Interested applicants should submit their resumes to:

Kal Tire, 307 Highway 3 East, Princeton, B.C.Fax: 250-295-3074, Email: [email protected]

True Service

Help Wanted

Announcements

Engagements

Darcy and Kevin Neal of Coldstream announce

the engagement of their daughter Sarah Neal to

Kevin Recksiedler, son of Ruth Recksiedler of

Maple Ridge and Dennis Recksiedler of Pitt

Meadows. Wedding to take place September 2014 in

Kelowna. Congratulations to the happy couple.

Introduction ServiceAre you... new to the area?Do you... have a new baby?

Are you... a new Bride?

Local representative requiredplease visit

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Lost & FoundLOST: Leather choker with a silver Michael Hill clasp, with a gold initial “M” attached. Re-ward!!! Call 250-295-7692.LOST - two 2 year old Blue Chick crossed male hound dogs, red/white/black in color. Named Duke & Dollar, lost in the Stirling Creek area. Call 250-499-9481

Travel

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Children

Daycare Centers

LICENSED FAMILY DAYCARE

Little League Day camp for children ages 1 to 12.

Call to set up an interview.23 Years experience

250-295-3493 Yvonne

Employment

Business Opportunities

ALL CASH Drink/Snack Vend-ing Business Route. Complete Training. Small Investment Required. 1-888-979-VEND (8363).www.healthydrinkvending.co

Employment

Business Opportunities

MAKE MONEY save lives. Work from home. No selling. Turnkey business. Invest after installation. Small initial invest-ment. 20 hours a month. Guar-anteed 100% investment re-turn. 1-855-933-3555;www.locationfi rstvending.com.

Drivers/Courier/Trucking

DRIVERS WANTEDAZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 w/ Airbrake

• Guaranteed 40hr. WorkWeek & Overtime

• Paid Travel & Lodging• Meal Allowance

• 4 Weeks Vacation• Excellent Benefi ts Package

Must be able to have extended stays away from home. Up to 6 months. Must have valid AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 with airbrake license and have previous commercial driving experience.Apply at:www.sperryrail.com/

careers and then choosethe FastTRACK Application.

Education/Trade Schools

21 Week HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM

Classes start Sept 3, 2013. Call for more information. Taylor Pro Training Ltd.

1-877-860-7627. www.taylorprotraining.com

Help WantedAn Alberta Oilfi eld Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing re-quired. Call (780)723-5051 Edson, Alta.

Funeral Homes

Employment

Help WantedClass 1 driver needed BC, AB, SK, WA, OR and ID. Perm. F/T, benefi ts pkg., above avg. wages. Must be able to cross US border. Must be able to pass drug/alc. test. Minimum 3 yrs. exp. driving. Must have fl atbed experience. Good Driv-ers abstract. Application Dead-line: August 15, 2013. Vesper Transport Ltd., Call 250-499-5773 or email [email protected] JOB Place-ment: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas In-dustry. Call 24hr Free Re-corded Message. For Informa-tion 1-800-972-0209.

PHOTOGRAPHER REQ’D for school photography.

Contract position, Aug. 18 to Nov. 15.

Must have reliable car, computer skills.

Some overnight travel req’d. Training & equip. provided.

email resume to:[email protected]

Happy Thoughts

Employment

Trades, TechnicalENTREC provides crane ser-vices to major industry sec-tors. We are recruiting for our teams in Terrace, BC, Prince George, BC, Grande Prairie, AB, & Bonnyville, AB. JOUR-NEYMAN CRANE OPERA-TORS (PROJECT OR TAXI) The successful candidate must demonstrate good safety consciousness and will be re-sponsible for crane setup, pre-operation inspection, crane operation and rigging. The candidate will be experienced with project or taxi work. A Class 3 or better license with a clean abstract is preferred. Journeyman Crane Operator or equivalent is preferred. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required. Flight al-lowance offered. If you are in-terested, please forward your resume to [email protected] or fax to 780.962.1722. Please note the position and location you are applying for on your email or fax. Please visit our website at www.entrec.com for additional information on this position and our company.

ROOFERS. Cedar Shake Installers in Edmonton, AB. Excellent Rates! Call Daren 1-780-461-8995.

Services

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Services

Financial ServicesGET 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.

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Legal ServicesCRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certifi -cation, adoption, property ren-tal opportunities. For peace of mind and a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

Help Wanted

Services

Personal CareESSENTIAL MASSAGEPampering By Pamella

Famous Kick Butt Massage

Lymph drainageHot stone massage

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Distributor for whole body vibrational machines

Painting & Decorating

WWW.PAINTSPECIAL.COM (1) 250-899-3163

3 Rooms For $299,2 Coats Any Colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls. Cloverdale Premium

Quality Paint. NO PAYMENT, until job is completed!

Pets & Livestock

Feed & HaySmall square bales $7.00 each, large round bales $75.00 each or quantity pric-ing. Alfalfa - Grass Mix. 250-295-6458

PetsFREE - kittens to good homes. Call 250-295-0368

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Tenders

Merchandise for Sale

FirearmsREGISTERED GUN owner will pick up your unwanted guns. Any type. Call Bob @ 250-295-6811

Friendly FrankINTERIOR DOORS, very good condition. Must sell $10/each. 250-295-6778

Garage SalesYARD SALEAug. 3 & 10

9 am - 12 pmSt. Peter’s

Catholic Church Hall.

(corner of Lime st. & Billiter ave.)

Garden Equipment18 HP RIDE-ON lawnmower, comes with snow blower at-tachment. Paid $6000, will sell for $3000. Like new, hardly used. 250-295-0201

Heavy Duty Machinery

A-STEEL SHIPPING DRYSTORAGE CONTAINERS

Used 20’40’45’53 in stock.SPECIAL

44’ x 40’ Container Shopw/steel trusses $13,800!

Sets up in one day!40’ Containers under $2500!

Call Toll Free AlsoJD 544 & 644 wheel loaders

JD 892D LC ExcavatorPh. 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB

www.rtccontainer.com

Misc. for SaleHOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?KILL BED Bugs & Their Eggs! Buy a Harris Bed Bug Kit, Complete Room Treatment Solution. Odorless, Non-Stain-ing. Available onlinehomedepot.com (NOT IN STORES).Solid wood baby crib, 30” wide by 54” long, asking $50. Boun-cy Bouncy Baby Exerciser (to 1 year), asking $25. PH: 250-295-6347STEEL BUILDINGS/ Metal Buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for bal-ance owed! 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Misc. WantedLocal Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins etc 250-499-0251

Real Estate

Acreage for Sale2.98 acres for sale $138,000. Acreage nestled in beautiful Meadowbrook area Kimberley, BC. Water & septic hookup in place. Property backing onto a creek & views of the Kimberley Alpine Resort Ski Hill. As-sessed value $151,000. Zoned RR4. Minutes from Ski Hill & golf courses. Please contact 250-342-8334 [email protected]

RV SitesCOME visit Blind Bay Resort on Sunday, August 4 for our open house and Summer Sale. Fully serviced and land-scaped RV lots at Shuswap Lake start at $119,900. Fi-nancing available. Amenities include a beautiful sandy beach, private marina, heated pool and more. Visit BlindBay-Resort.com for details or call 1-800-667-3993.REDUCED SUMMER pricing. Beachfront Avorado RV Re-sort. New sites for sale $44,500. Co-op Resort w/Life-time Ownership! Call (250)228-3586 or online at: www.avorado.com

Other Areas20 ACRES FREE! Own 60 acres for 40 acre price/pay-ment $0 Down, $198/mo. Money Back Guarantee, No Credit Checks. Beautiful Views, West Texas. Call 1-800-843-7537.www.texaslandbuys.com

Rentals

Apt/Condo for RentAPARTMENTS FOR RENT: Sm. bachelor unit $450. Lg. bachelor unit $550. 1 bed. unit $650. All utilities included. 1 bedroom $550 utilities extra. 1 bedroom $500 utilities extra. Call Karen @ 250-295-3095

FURNISHED or un-furnished apt’s for rent in Princeton Avail. now, need excellent ref’s & DD. No pets. $450 & up. Call 250-295-1006 leave a message.

Apartment Furnished

BACH. SUITE in downtown Princeton. Includes utilities & satellite TV & furnished. $450/month. Must have excel-lent ref’s. N/P, must be quiet & clean. Avail. now. Call 1-604-484-2783 leave message with best time to call back

Commercial/Industrial

COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent on Vermilion Ave. 1000 sq. ft. or 400 sq. ft. of commer-cial, with 600 sq.ft. attached living quarters. Call Karen @ 250-295-3095

Homes for Rent2 bdrm basement suite, fridge, stove, washer & dryer $500 plus utilities. Avail. Sept. 1st. 250-295-32482 bdrm home at Osprey Lake, $400/month plus utilities. Looking for long term renter. Call 1-519-360-00392 bdrm plus for rent, N/P, N/S Ref’s Required. $900 per month. Avail. Aug. 15. Call 250-493-63083 BEDROOM house on large lot, quiet street, 3rd bench. Many nice features, attached garage, $900/month. Avail. now. Electric heat. Need 2 ex-cellent references, No canine pets, Call 250-295-7827 for more details after 5 pm3 BEDROOM, upper fl oor, hardwood, new kitchen, fenced back yard, many up-dates. Avail Sept 1. $1100/month includes Util. Call 250-295-8855BRAND NEW!. Over 2000 spacious sqft. on main fl oor featuring an easy ac-cess/useable loft. 9 ft tall walls. Walkout basement. Sundecks, garage & FP. Do you need an extra bathroom or den space? Vendor will build basement to suit your needs. *Walking distance to shops and services. $389,900 + gst. Got something to trade? Lets talk Accent Homes 250-769-6614SMALL 2 bedroom house, 10 km out Hwy 5A. N/P, F/S/W/D. $650/month includes power. DD & Ref’s req. Call 250-295-3756

RecreationKennedy Lake - 28’ 1997 Wild-wood 5th Wheel Trailer w/12’ pushout, solar panel system (new batteries), excellent con-dition, has winter RV cover. In-cludes 1983 Toyota 4 Runner - runs. Rubber raft w/electric trolling motor. Sitting on 2 lots @ $1800/year. Asking $18,000. Contact: Carol Pacy 604-534-0842 or 604-534-0850

Suites, Lower1 BEDROOM basement suite. Heat, hydro, cable included. N/S, N/P. Avail Aug. 1 $550/month 250-293-6472

Transportation

Auto Financing

DreamTeam Auto Financing“0” Down, Bankruptcy OK -

Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals1-800-961-7022

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

Off Road Vehicles2011 Max 400 ATV, mag wheels, winch, 54” snow plow, one year warranty, $7,500 OBO. PH: 250-295-0355

Scrap Car Removal“WANTED”

Scrap Cars, Trucks, Metal.U Call I Haul.

Scrap Metal & Vehicles can be dropped off @ 680 Old Mill Rd. Cash for some.250-295-5102

Utility Trailers2011 Black Box Trailer, single axle, w/door ramp, $3500 OBO. PH: 250-295-0355

Legal

Legal NoticesNOTICE TO

CREDITORS AND OTHERS

RE: ESTATE OF JOHN ARCHIBALD CURRIE late of 95A Ridgewood Drive,

Princeton, BCNOTICE is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of the above de-ceased are hereby re-quired to send them to the undersigned at #305-771 Vernon Ave, Victoria, BC, V8X 5A7, before August 26, 2013, after which date the Ex-ecutor will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims of which he then has notice.Duncan Currie, EXECUTORBy his SolicitorS. BRUCE CORNFIELD

Tenders


Lee Mowry 250-295-1990

Marty Gray 250-295-5044

Tyler Willis250-295-2419

The Local Experts

OwnerHeather Johnson

250-295-8591

BrokerDan Pippin

250-295-6977

Princeton realty224 Bridge Street, Princeton, B.C.

Tel: (250) 295-6977 Fax: (250) 295-3411

www.princetonbc.com

StoP by to See your local exPert today

MLS 142812Tulameen River estates has a stan-dard of living with you in mind! Beautifully landscaped and fenced with awesome river view.

$320,000.00

S3-115 Angela Ave.

MLS 142858Perfect get away. A-frame is per-fectly set on half an acre. Cabin is fully furnished with open loft area.

$239,000.00

3957 Summers Ck. Rd.

MLS 136016Princeton’s finest park offers af-fordable living! Conveniently situ-ated next to public pool, tennis courts & baseball for active living.

SOLD

23 - 263 Hwy 3

MLS 141766Affordable 5 acre co-op share at Thistle Mtn. Guide Camp that’s set up for year round recreation. Main cabin with sleeping loft.

$89,800.00

2058 Osprey Lake Road

MLS 141659Come unwind by the lake. Beau-tiful cottage, renovated in 2007 offers year-round recreational activities. Boat access only.

SOLD

2200 Highway 5A

MLS 143450Great starter or investment that’s conveniently located downtown. Walking distance to amenities, sits on 50x100 ft., lot.

$179,900.00

64 Billiter Ave.

MLS 141770Remodelled 2 bedroom home in a quiet corner of Deblyn MHP. Two decks, hut tub and infrared sauna.

$69,900.00

1-473 Corina Ave.

MLS 137453Easy living in mind, lovely open layout is simply immaculate and a pleasure to view. Awesome corner location on no thru road.

$268,000.00

335 Waterfront Ave.

MLS 141391Cute as a button 2 bedroom home on large lot in Hedley. Home has been well maintained, perfect for a couple or rental unit.

$99,900.00

956 Richter Ave.

MLS 141612Enjoy the awesome views from this 1706 sq.ft., home. 2 beds, 2 baths and full walk out base-ment. 8’ x 10’ deck.

$389,900.00

103 Copperhead Road

MLS 144370Superior waterfront property situ-ated at popular Missezula Lake. 3 bedroom 2 bath cottage with at-tention to detail sits on .35 acre.

$899,999.00

3966 Summers Creek Rd.

MLS 140966Brand New and Peaceful! 3 bed-room home on over 6 acres with a private pond and a beautiful view of the Similkameen River.

$524,999.00

8 -590 E Similkameen

MLS 143750CONTINGENT: Major up-grades including flooring to this 2 bedroom, 1 bath home. Low maintenance yard plus carport.

SOLD

486 Auburn Cres.

MLS 142319Lake view cabin on Allison Lake. Almost 1/4 acre lot has room to pack the RV & toys. 2 beds, 1 bath.

$154,900.00

2971 Crestview Road

MLS 143090Amazing hobby farm needs a little love an attention. Fantastic set up only minutes from town enjoys spectacular views.

$379,900.00

229 Lind Road

MLS 142388Come and live steps from the Similkameen River. 2 bedroom rancher located on 1/2 acre lot in a quiet subdivision. $239,900.00

2216 Bromley Cres.

MLS 144022Charming 2 bedroom home in quiet downtown location. Large potential workshop area for the handyman or hobbyist.

$189,900.00

150 Halliford Ave.

MLS 141839Fabulous newer 2 bedroom home just 20 minutes from Princeton. on .44 acre lot. Features skylights and laminate flooring.

$299,900.00

2251 Old Hedley Road

MLS 142906One of the best lots in town! Home is located in desirable lo-cation with amazing view. 3 bed-room home with full basement. $329,900.00

180 Moody Street

MLS 144452Lovely year round home in beau-tiful Tulameen, just a couple min-utes walk to Otter Lake. 2 bed-room, large concrete patio.

$267,000.00

177 - 5th Street

SOLD!

SOLD!SOLD!


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