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Princeton, B.C. – TELUS is investing $300,000 in Princeton this year to enhance its wireless and wired broadband Internet coverage for area residents and businesses. “TELUS’ $300,000 investment means people and businesses right here in Princeton will have more access to the Internet and enhanced wireless services,” said Steve Jenkins, TELUS general manager for the Southern Interior. “The demand for advanced communications services is exploding in Princeton, and TELUS is committed to bringing the latest technology, both wired and wireless, to the community.” This significant investment is part of a $3 billion, three-year commitment to invest in B.C. made last year and builds upon the $29 billion TELUS has already invested in operations and technology throughout the province since 2000. By the end of this year TELUS will have invested $500,000 in new technology and infrastructure in Princeton since 2011. TELUS’ investment in communities extends past providing customers with world-class technology. As members of every community TELUS services, TELUS, our team members and retirees give where we live, supporting grassroots and community organizations across B.C. “At TELUS we truly see ourselves as members of each community where we operate across B.C., and we recognize our investment in local organizations is as important as our investment in technology and infrastructure,” continued Jenkins. “Our simple philosophy,
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COMMUNITY CaleNdar Arts GARDEN 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. Enquiries contact Dell @ 250-295-3266 New Members Welcome! BUNCHGRASS QUILTERS Meet 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at the Riverside Centre from 10 - 3 p.m.. Everyone Welcome! Contact Sharon 250295-4194 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. 250295-0527 PRINCETON TRADITIONAL MUSIC SOCIETY: The Princeton Traditional Music Society 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: FREE MAN & FREE wOMAN: Declare Sovereigns Princeton Public Library. Next date to be announced. Pre-register @ Nearly New on Vermilion Ave. ADULT & YOUTH BADMINTON: Grades 4 -12 Monday nights 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. @ P.S.S... Gym. 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 beginning! We can go to God together and it’s free! Call me: Fr. Harry Clarke at 250295-3541. 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 1-866856-8442 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 every 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 #30 POT LUCK SUPPER: Last Friday of every month, 5:30 p.m. Seniors Centre. Members can invite a guest. MEMBERS ONLY POOL TOURNAMENT: Last Tuesday of every month at the Senior’s Centre. 10:00 am wHIST & CRIB: (Seniors Branch #30) First Saturday of each month at 1 PM. Coffee & refreshments 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 Arnie 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 PURPLE COUNTRY 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 250295-6727 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. BACKDOOR COFFEE HOUSE: Every Friday @ 7 p.m. Bring your instrument - music for every age. Come and join in the music, or just come to enjoy the music. 38 Kenley at“The Backdoor”. Great music - great cpmpany. MONDAY NIGHT BRIDGE: @ Riverside Centre 7 - 9:30. Knowledge of bridge necessary. Call Gail @ 250295-0171 Health PRINCETON 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 or Del 250-295-3266 TOPS: (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) chapter meets at Riverside Wellness Centre every Thursday. Weigh-in-Time 8:30 AM Meeting 9:00–10:00 AM. For more information please contact Lynda 250295-3658 or Myrna 250-295-7272 Visit www.tops.org COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS: Group helps bereaved parents. Will meet as needed. Call Shirley Haker at 250295-3607. sehaker@persona.ca
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 Chamber Boardroom. Contact: 250-292-8348 svr.atvclub@live.ca 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 7p.m. every Wednesday at the Family Centre (behind the legion). Phone 250-295-6150. VERMILION FORKS FIELD NATURALISTS: 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 kvrrider@ gmail.com 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 ROTARY CLUB: Meets every Tuesday @ 12 p.m. Heartland 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.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Meet Friday In Tulameen at 7:30 p.m. at Library call 250-295-7005
FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP: For more information, please contact Jennifer @ 250-295-7438
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Tuesdays @ 7:30 p.m. Arbor House. Thursdays @ 7:30 p.m. Baptist Church. Old Hedley road. Contacts: Fred 250295-7272 or Marena 250-295-7663
LAPADARY 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!
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 information, please contact: The Secretary Similkameen Lodge #95 A.F.. & A.M. C/O Box 174 Princeton, 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 Sunday, 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
Granite Creek recognized as historic site The 1885 ghost town called Granite Creek has officially been recognized as an historic place. Photo contributed by Bob Sterne
It is official! The RDOS Board has passed a resolution to place the Granite Creek ghost town on the Heritage Register for Area H. Special thanks to Lindsay Bourque of RDOS for her hard work. Lindsay provided us with information on how to prepare a Statement of Significance which was needed for the Board presentation and she patiently advised us on amending and editing the Statement. Lindsay then added this subject to the RDOS meeting agenda to be voted upon. We are so very grateful to her. Without her help this could not have happened. What does this mean? Placing a site on the Heritage Register does not protect the site. It formally recognizes Granite Creek as an historic place. Having Granite on the Historic Register will
“enhance the public’s appreciation of the identity and character” of the town. So now what happens? Lindsay explained she must provide notice to the province within 30 days. After that we are hoping applications can be made for funding for interpretive signs to be placed in the town. High on our wish list is to get RDOS to turn the Granite Creek ghost town into a park, however, that will be a massive undertaking which could take years to complete. For right now we can all rejoice in the fact that our 1885 ghost town called Granite Creek has officially been recognized as an historic place. Diane and Bob Sterne Coalmont
PRINCETON & DISTRICT FALL FAIR ASSOCIATION: Meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month at the Fair Grounds. 6:30 p.m. New Members welcome!
CRISIS LINE: You can call us 24 hours a day, everyday, and your call is confidential and anonymous. The crisis line is 250-493-6622. Or call collect from locations within the South Okanagan Similkameen: (250)493-6622.
NEw LADIES AL-ANON MEETING: Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? Mondays; noon - 1 p.m. @ Riverside Wellness Centre. Contact Central Referral @1-604-688-1716
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PRINCETON COMMUNITY BAND: Meets Mondays and Thursdays 6 p.m. in the PSS Band Room. New musicians welcome! YOUTH & ADULT CHOIR: If you would like to join, come to the Baptist Church at practice times. Youth Christmas Musical, Monday’s 3:45 - 4:15. Adults Christmas Musical, Once upon a Holy Night. Sunday’s 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Youth GIRL 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
This striped garter snake is one of the many interesting creatures naturalists come across while out on their nature walks. Photo contributed by Mary Masiel
Copper Mountain Road nature walk Janis Wright Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists
Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists enjoyed a 2 ½ hour nature walk through Melissa and Wayne Manning’s property on Copper Mountain Road, Saturday, June 8. Fourteen of us, led by Peter Antonick, spent the sunny morning scouting for wildflowers, mushrooms, old growth trees, birds and other wildlife. We were rewarded with the discovery of various varieties of wildflowers, including fireweed, rosy pussytoes, and smallflowered penstemon. One of our club birding experts observed 25 species of birds, while others discovered two
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types of tree frogs and a striped garter snake that conveniently slithered up the branches of a small tree to allow us great viewing! Many thanks to the Mannings for graciously allowing us to wander at will throughout their acreage. Our next field trip will be held on June 22, when Tip Anderson will take us to Wolfe Lake for some hiking and/or kayaking. Phone Tip at 250-295-3369 to confirm and meet at Billy’s at 9 am. We have a full slate of field trips lined up for the next 3 months; for more information on them call 250-295-7560. After this month’s meeting we will not meet again until September 10, when Zoe Kirk will speak on bear awareness, specific to this area.
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Garden trends
Terracotta, wood, and warm tones are all the rage Plastic is out; long live terracotta! That is a pretty accurate summary of the trends that will shape the 2013 gardening season. Green, as in environmental and natural, is everywhere. With eco-friendly design in the spotlight, the yard is being transformed into an outdoor room where all the family loves to hang out. Fun, food, and relaxation The infatuation with cocooning or outdooring, or whatever else you’d like to call this phenomenon, is catching. People want to make the most of their homes and are organizing their yards so they can spend as much time there as possible, day as well as night. Outdoor kitchens and living areas are more popular than ever, and numerous products are in the stores to prove it. The beauty of outdoor furniture is remarkable, and the quality of the materials and fabrics, exceptional. Forget about those soaking wet cushions after a few drops of rain, or colours that fade with exposure to the sun! Wood furniture is still popular for 2013. It can be elegant or rustic and it always fits perfectly with consumers concerned about the environment. Because wood is more expensive to buy and also requires upkeep, many people are turning towards synthetic rattan, a resin that can be recycled and that is often
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mistaken for a natural fibre. The trend in colours for cushions and accessories is turning towards warm tones, such as red, poppy, lemon yellow, royal blue, or emerald green. These are the same colours that are dictating summer clothing fashions this year. Pots here, there, and everywhere Container planting, far from being a thing of the past, is more popular than ever. Balcony gardens and urban vegetable plots are definitely in. Why? Because this type of gardening is ultra “green”. You can savour your own potted organic tomatoes, grow fresh herbs to sprinkle over your pasta, and plant fragrant native flowers in every nook and cranny. To stay in keeping with the latest trends, pots and containers should be made of terracotta, wood, or stone. These can be found in natural colours or in vibrant shades like the warm tones of your patio furniture. In the yard, pots decorate pathways and bring a touch of colour and warmth to the landscape. Speaking of landscaping, flowers that bloom all summer long are in great demand again this year. We’re talking about gardens that are in flower from spring to fall. Let yourself succumb to the charms of ornamental grasses, and you’ll be right in keeping with the trend. Be greener than green You can never be green enough, or so they say. For 2013 and into the future, opt for methods that save water and energy, such as rainwater recuperation, the installation of a drip irrigation system, and low-energy lighting. In other words, think first and foremost about the environment as you plan your garden and yard.
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Well, at least she didn’t show up riding a Jet Ski. It’s a week since Premier Christy Clark announced her choice of Westside-Kelowna, neighbour to the Penticton riding, as the place she would be running for a seat in legislature, after failing to win VancouverPoint Grey in the May 14 election. Since Wednesday, there’s already lots of negative commentary about her choice. But politics aside, it was a near inevitable choice. The Central Okanagan is a stronghold for the Liberals, and has provided two of the province’s longest serving premiers — W.A.C. Bennett and his son Bill — whom Clark was quick to try to identify herself with. After losing Point Grey, Clark had no choice but to choose the safest riding possible to run in. And with Ben Stewart willing to step aside gracefully after taking Westside-Kelowna with 58 per cent of the vote, it would be hard to imagine a more suitable riding. What remains to be seen is whether having the premier in an Okanagan riding will benefit the area. In the past, the valley has benefitted from having a strong caucus within the caucus — the so called Okanagan caucus. Even if you don’t share the conservative ideology, it would be hard to discount the work done by Rick Thorpe and Bill Barisoff who, working together with other Okanagan MLAs, managed to make sure many needed and beneficial projects for the valley got pushed through the legislature. The first test for the new Okanagan caucus will be the expansion of Penticton Regional Hospital. Promises abounded during the election that this project was going to move forward, especially from Clark, who pledged to remove any barriers to the long delayed and badly needed project. The question is, will Clark work with her fellow Okanagan MLAs to fast track the project, or will she act first as premier and chose whichever politically expedient path presents itself?
Expense cleanup must continue
VICTORIA – As she unveiled her new cabinet, claim his summer place in Prince Edward Island as his Premier Christy Clark promised a “line-by-line” review principal residence. An audit has also found he was of government spending to deliver a balanced budget claiming living expenses in Ottawa while campaigning this year. for the Conservatives back east. It turns out the key Statements such as this would have more credibility ingredient in an honour system is honour. if politicians subjected their own personal spending to This mess goes back more than a century in B.C. the same scrutiny. That’s still not happening in B.C. and Canada, and has its roots in the British Parliament, Expense accountability has come a long way in the where MPs and Lords had a system of claiming all sorts last year, thanks mainly to the work of now-departed of expenses, including construction of a “duck house” Tom Fletcher Auditor General John Doyle, who swung the cobweband maintenance of the moat around an Honourable covered door open on B.C.’s secretive Legislative Member’s castle. Assembly Management Committee. Chaired by the Many years ago, British MPs convinced themselves speaker and run by senior MLAs from both parties, the that they were underpaid, and rather than create a pubcommittee had been doing pretty much whatever it lic fuss by giving themselves a big raise, they would wanted with MLAs’ own expenses. be able to top it up by claiming up to 250 pounds at a time without Doyle’s audit found that MLA credit card bills were being paid receipts. Cheers! without receipts, part of a lax accounting system that included inacYou can imagine how well that worked out. As one observer put it, curate bank records and inadequate management of the legislature gift the system was not only open to abuse, it was actually designed for it. shop and dining room. The operating budget of the legislature and Here in B.C., the next step is obvious. If you go to the website of constituencies runs to more than $60 million a year. Alberta Premier Alison Redford, you can easily find the link to her Now-retired speaker Bill Barisoff asked the auditor to give a pass detailed expense reports, itemized for travel, meals, hotel rooms and to the $119,000 annual allowance for each of the 85 constituency so forth. Alberta cabinet ministers provide the same disclosure. offices. Transfer amounts and payroll expenses were verified, but B.C. cabinet ministers’ travel expenses are now reported, but only constituency expenses were not, likely because these records weren’t as an occasional lump sum. kept either. As a result of Doyle’s revelations last summer, B.C.’s Legislative I’m not suggesting that there has been any misuse of public funds. Assembly Management Committee now meets in public, with tranThe point is we don’t know, and the notion of an “honour system” for scripts of proceedings available. But MLA expenses are still not itempoliticians’ expenses has become unacceptable. ized. Total expenditures are being reported on a quarterly basis, but A similar toxic tale has been unfolding in the Senate in Ottawa. It with no detail to explain why some MLAs have much higher totals has its own secretive committee called the Board of Internal Economy, than others. which was forced into the open after trying to sweep Senator Mike It’s time to sweep out the cobwebs. Duffy’s housing claims under the red rug of the Senate chamber. Duffy has lived in Ottawa for decades, first as a TV host and then Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black senator, but he decided the rules were loose enough that he could Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Qualify for an exemption under the provisions of the Local Government Act, the general authority for property tax exemptions. (Sections 809 and 810); Be in compliance with Regional District policies, plans, bylaws, and regulations (i.e. zoning); Be a non-profit organization; Not be in competition with for-profit business; Provide services or programs that are compatible or complementary to those offered by the Regional District. Provide a service that fulfills some basic need, or otherwise improves the quality of life for residents of the Regional District. Not provide liquor or meal services as their primary function or source of revenue. Not collect rent on a caretaker or other residence located on the property.
Application forms are available online at www.rdos.bc.ca. or at the RDOS office, 101 Martin Street, Penticton, BC. The deadline for submitting completed application forms including supporting documentation is JULY 31, 2013. Successful applicants may be asked to publicly acknowledge the exemption. If you require further information, assistance completing your application or wish to view the Property Tax Exemption Policy, please call Michelle Sideroff, Finance Department at 250-4904227 or email at msideroff@rdos.bc.ca
Dear Editor, A sincere thank you is due to Area `H` Director, Brad Hope and Ms. Anne Hazlewood, Area Manager, Department of Transportation and Infrastructure for the placement of signs marking Goodfellow Creek on the Hope Princeton highway in Manning Park. The creek was named after Reverend John C. Goodfellow D.D. (1890-1968) in the early 1950s by then-park ranger Robert Boyd. John Goodfellow resided in Princeton for many years and served as United Church Minister at St. Paul`s United from 1927 until his retirement in 1958. He was very active in the community with a special interest in local history, working closely with the BC Historical Society. In 1958 `The Story of Similkameen` was published and, although now out of print, it is still considered to be an accurate and well documented account of the valley`s timeline and events. The connection to Manning Park stems from a boys group that Rev. Goodfellow mentored through the church and each year he would lead them on a hike over the Dewdney Trail to Hope. He completed this nineteen times from 1927 to 1946. Goodfellow Creek was always a favourite stop for a drink of water by John Goodfellow in his later years, and it was surely reminiscent of his many hikes over the mountains there.
It is indeed an honour to have the creek marked with signs and this would not have been possible without the time and attention given by Mr. Hope and Ms. Hazlewood. Again, many thanks for your efforts. Chris Goodfellow (Grandson) Coalmont, B.C.
Letter to Minister of Transportation regarding Coalmont Road concerns
Dear Sir, My concern with the Coalmont Road, is that a very narrow, mountainous by-way, has become a major transportation corridor for large commercial vehicles, including b-trains. The Coalmont Energy Corp. mine and numerous logging companies use this route to transport their goods to market. This road was never designed for these huge, heavy trucks, the vehicles have a tendency to take up the whole road and even the shoulders on the curves(of which there are many). The edges of the road are breaking, crumbling and in many cases sinking and threatening to break away and slough off, down to the river. We need commerce and jobs, but we have to consider the infrastructure and the maintenance of same, when encourag-
ing this type of activity. Do these company’s pay anything toward the maintenance of this road? Those of us that live beyond Coalmont and rely on the road for transportation for access to medical and access to ambulances, access to shopping, and all the other things required to sustain life, need this road. It is slowly becoming unusable due to the heavy traffic. It is also becoming dangerous, as we never know what kind of monster truck will be just around the bend. This road needs to be up-graded, with proper signage, weight limits and maintenance. It needs to be widened( there is even one section that is one-way only) Let’s not wait until someone is killed, to address this problem. Anne M. Passey Coalmont, B.C.
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For the past year and a half, The Princeton Exhibition Association (PXA) has been working diligently to organize and initiate a five year plan for maintaining and upgrading of the PXA Grounds. With the assistance of Councillor Jason Earle - town liaison, the group was successful in creating the plan. “Jason is an asset, said Paul Bedard, PXA president, “he was instrumental in getting us organized.” Upon hearing their direction during the 2012 Annual General Meeting, Area H Director Brad Hope set himself to work to find a way to assist the group of volunteers. With thanks to the dedication and hard work of Director Hope and the cooperation of the Town of Princeton, a grant of $30,000 was presented to the PXA. One of the major issues for the PXA has been the cost of power for many years. The grant has been applied to changing over all the aging lights/ fixtures to that of new energy efficient lighting. Hayes Creek Electric was contracted to do the work and has done, “a great job.” Bedard adds his commendation to vice president Danny Kastor. “Danny really got things going with Brad and Jim—you folks have rolled up your sleeves and really made it happen,” he said. “Our group (the PXA) works very well together,” said Kastor, “We have many projects underway and a great deal of support.” We have a great relationship and arrangement with the Town of Princeton, Jody Woodford working to repair barns, Mike Grgich working on grandstand (also loaning his equipment for other work on grounds) All Purpose Roofing crew has replaced two roofs and Director Hope has given us the lighting—explains Kastor. Hope was pleased to assist with the lighting upgrade. “It’s good work,” he said, “and I certainly appreciate the diligence of the PXA.”
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Greg Palmar, Jim and Todd(not in photo) Barnes of Hayes Creek Electric, PXA president Paul Bedard, Mayor Frank Armitage, Area H Director Brad Hope and PXA vice president Danny Kastor are all pleased with the major improvement to the lighting in the Ag Barn and other areas on the PXA grounds.
Bocce champs headed for Provincial tournament Special Olympic Bocce players Dana Slaton left and Megan Ratcliff far right, will head for Langley, B.C., along with their coach Kelsey Keglovig in July. Slaton and Ratcliff will participate in a Provincial tournament from July 11 to the 14. Good luck ladies! Contributed
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In celebration of partnership and giving back to the environment and community, a commemorative tree planting afternoon with representatives of the Mitsui Homes/Weyerhaeuser partnership took place on Friday, June 7, at a community forest site up China Creek Road.
The commemoration of a partnership Lisa Carleton lisa@similkameenspotlight.com
Looking back on accomplishments and working together to forge ahead plans for the future are components of a great partnership. Celebrating such a partnership are Mitsui Homes Canada Inc., and Princeton Weyerhaeuser. On June 18, 2009 representatives from both companies came together to celebrate their success by sharing in a tree planting excursion up on Snowpatch Road, where they planted over 600 trees. The tree planting takes place to give the representatives of Mitsui Homes the opportunity to understand the work that goes into reforesting B.C., and to give all participants the opportunity to give back to the environment and community. On June 7, 2013, Mitsui Homes and Weyerhaeuser representatives joined forces again in a sharing of information session at the mill site and to perform a commemorative tree planting up on China Creek Road. Hiroshi Kuratsu - president, Takayoshi Fujitake
– executive vice president, Shohei Matsumoto – general manager, Linda Morita, Rosemarie Catenaccio, Pieter Dippenaar, Reynaldo Gopez and Daniel Parker of Mitsui Homes joined Weyerhaeuser employees; Jeff Larsen – general manager, Denis Thibert – products supply manager, Bill Gysel – export sales manager, Chris Pemberton – Timberlands consultant and Ed Collins in the day of learning, teaching and celebration. “Mitsui Homes is a pioneer in construction in Japan,” said Bill Gysel - export sales manager for Weyerhaeuser, “They are the largest builder of 2x4 construction.” President of Mitsui Homes, Hiroshi Kuratsu said that “Weyerhaeuser is our most important supporter.” He explained that the housing market in Japan was booming - 26 percent higher in April of 2013 than in April 21012. “We need your stable supply,” he added with a smile. Kuratsu also said that Canada was very quick to react to aid Japan after the Tsunami. Weyerhaeuser gave 1/2 a million dollars—a huge donation, “We are very grateful,” he said.
Krankin’ Vintage celebrates 6th Anniversary Lisa Carleton lisa@similkameenspotlight.com
On June 1, Randy Folk owner/operator of Krankin’ Vintage Restoration celebrated his 6th anniversary in business by rescuing 30 cars from the “crusher” and showing a few of them in his annual car show. Classic was the theme for this years show and featured a ‘53 Pontiac Chieftain, ‘67 Dart, Gouda and Ford Galaxie, a’66 Meteor and ‘73 Dodge Scamp. Visitors to the car show were treated to a barbecue lunch as well as baked goodies from the Princeton Dollar Store Bakery. Krankin’ Vintage specializes in “bumper to bumper” auto repairs and welcomes all ICBC claims and repairs. The ICBC adjuster visits Princeton on Wednesdays. The folks at Krankin’ send out a big thanks to all those who came to take in the car show and an extra special thanks to the Princeton Dollar Store Bakery for their support.
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This 59’ Chevy Parkwood demonstrates how camping was done in the good-ole-days... “This brings back memories,” said Folk as he reminisced about “Uncle Mike, Aunt Dorothy and the kids during a camping trip when I was about five.”—”This set up reminds me of them.”
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Ambassador candidates; Carmen Brodie, Morgan Whelpton, Jeannine McIntosh, Zach Jwaszko, Layne Robillard and Destiny Earle entertained a large audience and raised funds for their program by auctioning off their apron creations during the Princeton Youth Ambassador Talent Show & Apron Auction held at the Riverside Centre on Thursday, June 6. Destiny Earle - Royal Canadian Legion Ambassador had the audience in stitches with her hilarious one person comedy play of “Anything to Declare.” Layne Robillard - Weyerhaeuser Ambassador enchanted the audience with her dancing. Dance of the Misty Mountains. Zach Jwaszko - Century 21 Ambassador shared his natural talent for making folks laugh with his comedic routine. Jeannine McIntosh - Lions Club Ambassador shared her talents in poetry with her recitation of “A Stream.” Morgan Whelpton - Billy’s Restaurant Ambassador moved the audience with song—singing “Broken Strings.” Carmen Brodie - Rotary Club Ambassador charmed the audience with her performance of Highland Breakout.
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PRINCETON ROTARY Sixteen teams participated in the successful Rotary Golf Charity Tournament on Saturday, June 8. Winners of the tourney were Team Weyerhaeuser: Daryl Smith, Bill Montgomery, Rob Hicks and Kevin Robillard.
Second place winners - Team Valley And third, the Pathetically Incorrect First Members: Aaron and Barb Gould Golfers: Dave Marcoux, Paul Munsie, and Suzanne and Dave Holland. Capt. Dave Willis and Brendan Willis
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The following businesses have most generously donated toward the Princeton Rotary Charity Golf Tournament. When you hear about students receiving Rotary scholarships and bursaries, when you see further equipment bringing the Riverside Kitchen project closer to reality, when you are made aware of Rotary donations toward the Little Folks Nursery or the John Allison Community Gardens, then know that those contributions have come about as a result of these businesses who through their generosity are contributing to making Princeton a better community for everyone. Please join with Rotary members in acknowledging and thanking them for contributions as great corporate citizens. Thank you to all golfers, volunteers and our sponsors for another successful Rotary Golf Tournament—and to the powers that be for a great weather day!
Aaron Gould won the Rotary Golf Tournament Putting Contest sponsored by Cooper’s Foods. Gould takes home the barbecue presented by Rob Bett, manager of Cooper’s Foods in Princeton.
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Flatiron Steak and Tomatoes With Anchovy Vinaigrette Serves 4 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 6 anchovy fillets packed in olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced Pinch of crushed red pepper 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar 1 flatiron steak, 1 pound Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 large, ripe tomatoes
Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until the anchovies become aromatic. Add the garlic and crushed red pepper and cook for about 2 minutes, or until the garlic is cooked through but not browned. Remove from the heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of the vinegar. Set aside. When the grill is at its hottest (when the coals are red and glowing and too hot to hold your hand over the grill for more than a couple of sec-
Prepare and light a charcoal grill for cooking. Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a 6-inch skillet over low heat. Add the anchovies and break up with a wooden spoon.
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onds), season the steak on both sides with salt and pepper. Place the steak on the cooking grate directly over the coals and cook uncovered, turning once, for 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium rare; the timing will depend on the thickness of the steak. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest of 5 minutes. Slice the tomatoes and arrange in the center of a serving platter. Drizzle with the
remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and the remaining 1 teaspoon vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Slice the steak thinly across the grain and arrange over the tomatoes. Pour the anchovy vinaigrette over the top of the steak. Serve. PC126213 CAPTION: Flatiron Steak and Tomatoes With Anchovy Vinaigrette
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Thumbs Up/Down Thumbs up to the Princeton Ambassador Candidates for sharing their incredible talents at the Talent Night and Apron Auction. Princeton Pentecostal Church (The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada)
Thumbs up to the Princeton Rotary for a successful Golf Tournament this past weekend, and to mother nature for finally getting the memo!
165 Vermilion Avenue Beside the Museum, invites you to join with us in Sunday Worship 10:15 Children’s Sunday Safari 10:30 am Morning Worship Pastor Dave Janke 250-295-7951
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Name: Megan Pateman & Andrew McCarron Likes: Andrew likes helping his Auntie AND Auntie Megan loves her nephew!
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Pastor George Donovan Tel: 250-295-7733 CELL:250-293-6447
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Erris Fire Hall project is well underway The Erris Fire Hall build site located at 2254 Princeton Summerland Road was a-buzz with activity the weekend of May 30 to June 2. Once the concrete slab was cured, walls went up and the installation of roof trusses soon followed. When completed, the Fire Hall will be able to accommodate two fire trucks and a first responder vehicle. The finishing touches of roofing, siding and bay doors are scheduled in the next few weeks. Pictured at right are: Top row: Dave Stringfellow, Joe Tosczak & Chris Willing On the ladder: Wayne Ross (Project Team Leader) Bottom row: Debbie Blue, Rick Lawlor, Corinne Stringfellow, Rick Freeman and Rick Blue Also pictured are K9 helpers, Lucy and Chester. photos contributed
Business & Service Directory 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
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Persecuted by Mother Nature, but it is worth it
In a shameless bid for sympathy, I am about to describe to you the trials dabs of paint, check the brush, do one more run around you at nose level of plein aire painting, that is, painting directly from nature. It sounds like and then casually fly off. such a lovely idea to be in the midst of perfect nature, intoxicated with your Suddenly, you are very thirsty. Maybe it wasn’t such a bad idea after all prospects. And it truly is, but you can’t just stand there forever, so you focus to bring all that water. After a good long pull on the water bottle you begin. on the job at hand. Forgetting your very recent torment, you block out your composition, lay That means unloading your portable (?) sixteen and a half pound easel down your values starting with the darks. from the car as well as twenty more pounds of paraphernalia including a Next, you add color, mood and mystery. You’re in the zone now and stool, you won’t use it - ten colors of paint, you only need six for plein aire - a things are looking fine. You’ve managed to stay within your original composition, maybe moving a rock a little to the left or a tree to the right. It’s half gallon of water, - what were you thinking?—Then lugging the works up MERRILYN HUYCKE working. Right about this time you begin to twitch a bit around the eyes but a hill, it’s always up - to be in the perfect spot. you’re grooving now and it’s no big deal. As you wind things up, the skin Well. There it is. You have before you the million dollar view, and you around your eyes is beginning to itch. Really itch. You realize that while need to decide which part of all this you will choose as your composition. you were in the zone, little black flies were behind your glasses, helping To do this you need to pace back and forth, measuring and frowning. It’s themselves to your skin. Why there for heaven’s sakes you ask? There are so very hard to settle sometimes. Finally, you arrive at a decision. The easel is set up in a suitable spot. After a few false starts whereby the easel col- many other parts of you they could have dined on. You manage to get packed up and to lapses drunkenly and then is restored to attention, you squeeze out paint onto the palette drive home before your eyes become little tiny slits through which you can barely make and take up your favorite brush. The white canvas, firmly attached, glows expectantly out your day’s work. By now you’re feeling persecuted by Mother Nature and her little at you and just as you move forward with said brush, a wasp begins to circle your head. flying friends and not quite sure if you should have made her look so good. But you He has friends and he’s brought them to you for a look-see. In silent panic you try not know what? When you can see again, you’ll be right back out there, doing it once more. to smell like fear and you will them to buzz off and leave you alone. They inspect the What’s really crazy is, so will I! See you then!
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$15.00 PER WEEK GARDEN CENTRE Don & Anna’s Greenhouses
OPEN:
Mon. - Sat. 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday 10:30 am - 4:00 pm 4 km West of Keremeos (Near Red Bridge)
#31 Ashnola Road, Keremeos, BC V0X 1N1
Phone:(250)499-5785 Email: don_annas@nethop.net
PET GROOMING Barking Bubbles Dog Grooming Karrie Crucil Owner 131 Pinewood 28 km’s Princeton Summerland Road 250-295-7314 or 250-438-0274 (cell) •Pick-up and Delivery available
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In Loving Memory of Marilyn McKenzie October 22, 1932 ~ June 10, 2012 We did not know that morning, What sorrow the day would bring. The bitter grief and shock severe, To part with one we love so dear. You bid no one last farewell, No chance to say good-bye. You were gone before we knew it, Only God knows why. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home. Though your smile is gone forever, And your hand we cannot touch, We will never lose the memory, Of the one we loved so much. Love your Sisters & Brothers
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Modular Homes 3 BEDROOM + den d/wide moduline home on acreage. 6 min from town, east Princeton. $1250/month + Util. Avail. July 1. 250-682-3783
Homes for Rent 3 BEDROOM, 2 bath. Newer home, Bright & clean. W/D/F/S included. In floor radiant heat, private patios, deck off master BR. Large property w/garage. Must have good ref’s. Pet’s neg. Avail July 1 $900/month DD req. 250-295-6408 3 BEDROOM house on large lot, quiet street, 3rd bench. Many nice features, attached garage, $900/month. Avail. now. Electric heat. Need 2 excellent references, No canine pets, Call 250-295-7827 for more details after 5 pm CLEAN & COZY 2 bedroom home, convenient downtown location. F/S/W/D, N/S N/P Ref’s req. $700/month Call 250-295-4106
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APARTMENTS FOR RENT 2 bedroom, high ceiling, bright & clean $680/month + util. 1 studio w/large storage. Heat $ light included $630/month. 1 bedroom w/studio $530/month + util. Commercial space for lease in September. Call 250-2954113 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.
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Executive Home in Princeton
$399,900.00
147 Tulameen Trail Princeton, BC V0X 1W0
250-295-2415
3 bdrm, 2.5 bath w/bonus room above the 22x26 oversized garage/ workshop. Interior completely repainted, gas fireplace, formal dining room and large kitchen. Paved parking for 5 vehicles plus RV parking. Fully landscaped with underground irrigation and mature shrubs. Enjoy the fully fenced backyard on the large deck. 10x10 garden shed, new gas furnace/air conditioner and exterior paint in Sept. 2012.
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS
RE: THE ESTATE OF DOUGLAS HENRY HARDWICK, DECEASED, FORMERLY OF 509 - HIGHWAY 5A, TOWN OF PRINCETON, IN THE PROVINCE OF BRITISH COLUMBIA. Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of DOUGLAS HENRY HARDWICK, are hereby notified that particulars of their claims should be sent to the named Executor John Bey, c/o Stanley G. Turner, Barrister and Solicitor, #202-187 Bridge Street, P.O. Box 568, Princeton, British Columbia,V0X 1W0 on or before July 31, 2013, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to any debts and or the claims of which the Executor then has notice and which are proven.
Cottages / Cabins
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CASTLE RESORT SPECIAL MONTHLY RENTALS 250-295-7988 or 1-888-228-8881
• Room w/shared Kitchen/Bathroom $350.00 + $50.00 util. • Studio cabin w/kitchen & bathroom $800.00 + $200.00 util. • 2 Bedroom Apartment $800.00 + $200.00 util. • 4 Bedroom, 2 storey lakefront house $2500.00 + $300.00 util. All above are fully furnished
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Princeton realty
224 Bridge Street, Princeton, B.C. Tel: (250) 295-6977 Fax: (250) 295-3411 The Local Experts
www.princetonbc.com
104-66 Angela Ave
2251 Old Hedley Road
956 Richter Ave.
486 Auburn Cres.
MLS 141611 Fabulous 1st time buyer or rental/retirement apartment. Recently fully renovated, close to Rotary Park and Tulameen River. $139,000.00
MLS 141839 Fabulous newer 2 bedroom home just 20 minutes from Princeton. on .44 acre lot. Features skylights and laminate flooring. $299,900.00
MLS 141391 Cute as a button 2 bedroom home on large lot in Hedley. Home has been well maintained, perfect for a couple or rental unit. $109,900.00
MLS 143750 CONTINGENT: Major upgrades including flooring to this 2 bedroom, 1 bath home. Low maintenance yard plus carport. $159,000.00
229 Lind Road
3927 Pr-S’lnd Road
218 Tulameen Ave
148 Tulameen Trail
MLS 143090 Amazing hobby farm needs a little love an attention. Fantastic set up only minutes from town enjoys spectacular views. $379,900.00
MLS 142456 Amazing views from large picture windows. French door entry from kitchen to 900 square foot deck. $299,500.00
MLS 142348 Contigent, subject to Court approval. Corner location close to downtown and parks. Home needs TLC but has potential. $89,900.00
MLS 143368 Fantastic spacious home with total family potential. Spacious rooms, large bright family room and 3 piece laundry room. $299,000.00
335 Waterfront Ave.
317 Fenchurch Ave.
64 Billiter Ave.
703 Highway 3
MLS 137453 Easy living in mind, lovely open layout is simply immaculate and a pleasure to view. Awesome corner location on no thru road. $268,000.00
MLS 140807 Move-in ready 3 bedroom rancher in quiet 2nd Bench neighbourhood. Many updates including kitchen and bathroom. $179,900.00
MLS 143450 Great starter or investment that’s conveniently located downtown. Walking distance to amenities, sits on 50x100 ft., lot. $179,900.00
MLS 141191 Enchanting log home on 10 acres. 2,080 square foot residence features open concept living. 2 bedroom plus loft and balcony. $549,900.00
295 Lachine Avenue
1120 Old Hedley Rd.
104 Ridgewood Drive
271 Riverside Ave.
MLS 132807 33 x 100 ft., building lot zoned duplex. Central location within easy walk to amenities. Quiet neighbourhood. $44,900.00
MLS 138790 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom turn key home situated on 1.27 acres. Low maintenance property with excellent views. $219,900.00
MLS 141403 Beautiful, bright family home. Features 3 bedrooms on main plus den in the basement. 3 bathrooms, en-suite and sunroom. $259,900.00
MLS 143480 Newer construction home on quiet street, just steps away from the Tulameen River. 3 beds plus bath & laundry upstairs. $185,900.00
117 Tapton Avenue
2216 Bromley Cres.
103 Copperhead Road
2200 Highway 5A
MLS 138308 28 x 100’ lot right across from the Valley First Credit Union. Currently zoned C-@business. Excellent exposure. $69,500.00
MLS 142388 Come and live steps from the Similkameen River. 2 bedroom rancher located on 1/2 acre lot in a quiet subdivision. $239,900.00
MLS 141612 Come enjoy the view from your deck. This home features 2 beds, 2 bath & walkout basement. $389,900.00
MLS 141659 Come unwind by the lake. Beautiful cottage, renovated in 2007 offers year-round recreational activities. Boat access only. $219,000.00
Owner Heather Johnson 250-295-8591
Broker Dan Pippin 250-295-6977
Lee Mowry 250-295-1990
Marty Gray 250-295-5044
Tyler Willis 250-295-2419
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