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Vernon vacancy rate takes a nose dive RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
The search for housing is more challenging. Vernon’s rental vacancy rate dropped from 6.6 per cent in October 2013 to 3.7 per cent last month, according to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. “We’re hearing that it’s getting more difficult to find units,” said Annette Sharkey, Social Planning Council executive director. CMHC says the average rent for a twobedroom unit in October was $788, up from $783 a year ago.
For many residents, including those who are employed, coming up with the monthly rent is a struggle. “With rent costs, there is less money for food and transportation and that can be stressful for families and seniors,” said Sharkey, adding that some residents have to Sharkey turn to social agencies for help. The lower vacancy rate is directly related £
to supply and demand. “There has been an increase in housing demand in the Interior,” said Sarena Teakles, a CMHC market analyst, adding that there isn’t a significant supply of available rental housing in Vernon. While some new rental housing may be constructed, the current trend will likely continue through 2015. “There won’t be a dramatic change next year,” said Teakles. Sharkey has worked with the City of Vernon, developers and community agencies to try and promote affordable housing.
“This community has tried to track this problem but we can’t address the issue without senior government funding,” she said. “We need more money towards supported units.” Sharkey insists that providing people with stable housing reduces the tax dollars needed for health care and law enforcement. “It’s not about charity. It’s about a better use of resources.” In nearby communities, the vacancy rate is one per cent in Kelowna, 1.4 per cent in Salmon Arm and 3.9 per cent in Kamloops.
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Possible link between bank robberies ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
Investigators are looking at a possible connection between a credit union robbery in Vernon and a bank robbery a week earlier in Princeton. The Interior Savings Credit Union in the 4300 block of 32nd Street was robbed at 4:40 p.m. Dec. 9 by a male suspect who produced a gun and made off with an undisclosed amount of cash. Princeton’s CIBC was robbed shortly after 2:30 p.m. Dec. 1 by a man wielding a gun, who then fled the downtown bank with an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect in both cases remains at large. “There are similarities to the robbery in Princeton,” said Vernon RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk on Monday. “There is a possibility the two robberies could be tied into one. There is a possibility it could be a travelling criminal. Our investigators have been in touch with those in Princeton.” The suspect in the Vernon robbery
is described as 25-to-35-years-old, approximately five-foot-10 or six-feet tall. He was wearing black sunglasses, had about a three-day growth of beard, and had on a grey top with an orangegrey-white plaid shirt under it. He was wearing grey sweat pants, brown shoes, a dark toque and black leather gloves. The suspect in Princeton is described as a Caucasian man, late 20s to early 30s, five-foot-10 to six-feet tall, sandy coloured hair, medium athletic build, wearing a black Vancouver Canucks toque, a dark jacket, cargo pants and sunglasses. In both cases, a police service dog unit was called out but no trace of the suspect could be found. Anyone with information regarding the suspect or either incident is urged to call the Vernon RCMP at 250-545-7171, Princeton RCMP at 250295-6911, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477. – with files from the Similkameen Spotlight
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RCMP are investigating a possible connection between a bank robbery in Vernon Dec. 9 (right) and another bank robbery a week earlier in Princeton (left).
Okanagan Indian Band opposes rail corridor purchase Louis says when CN Rail was given the land to run a rail line through, it was on the condition the land would be returned to the native band when it was not in use as a railway. “The reserve has been set aside and is privately held by us. Every last band member owns an interest in it. It’s privately held land so if people just walk in and think they can do whatever they want, that is trespassing.” The municipalities invited the Okanagan Indian Band to be part of the corridor purchase process but Louis declined and maintains the band’s position is it legally owns the land. “What they are doing is taking a wait and see approach, but they are taking it at their own peril,” he said. “We identified what our position is and that is that claim was never surrendered (by the band). That has been our position since the 1880s and we haven’t wavered from it.”
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Buyer beware. That is the message from the chief of the Okanagan Indian Band as local municipalities look to complete a deal to purchase the old CN Rail line for $22 million. Chief Byron Louis says about 20 kilometres of the old CN Rail line from Oyama to Coldstream is land that belongs to Okanagan Indian Band and rightfully, should not have been up for sale by CN. “We’ve never surrendered our territory and it’s never been legally taken away so we still hold title to our land,” said Louis. “One of the things we have warned (the municipalities) is buyer beware. That land is not clear title.” According to Louis, the land was set aside as a reserve in 1877 before it was taken back by the government of the day and given to ranchers.
The band has forwarded the issue to legal counsel for further review and action. “We offered the mayors the opportunity to back our claim,” said Louis. “First, it would have helped to build much needed bridges between parties and cultures and second, it would have saved the taxpayers $22 million.” Lake Country Mayor James Baker defends the purchase of the line and says the band’s claim will have to be dealt with as the process moves along. “It’s really not local government that should be dealing with this because it’s a federal and provincial deal,” he said. “This will be something that needs to be settled before we can do anything much with the rail line. The courts have pointed out time and again that there is underlying aboriginal title to those lands that have not been settled by a treaty.”
Baker expects the issue may eventually be dealt with in a cash settlement with the band or a possible land swap.
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Barking dog notifies Enderby resident of prowlers with hoodies pulled up staring in a window Man’s best friend where the screen had helped an Enderby been removed,” said woman. RCMP spokesperson Shortly after 11 p.m. Gord Molendyk. Dec. 12, RCMP officers The woman turned responded on the lights in to a report her home and of a prowler that scared away at a resithe prowlers. dence in Officers the Larsen located one susDrive area. pects short dis“ T h e tance away and o w n e r arrested him. was sleep- Gord Molendyk The 20-yearing and old suspect is woke up well known to to her dog barking, police, said Molendyk, the motion light in the and was remanded in backyard went on, and custody to appear in she reported seeing two Salmon Arm Provincial men dressed in black Court Monday. ROGER KNOX
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Kelowna police are looking to identify a suspect after receiving a report of a strange set of circumstances that occurred in early November. On Nov. 4 at about 12:30 a.m., an 18-year-old Kelowna woman and a 22-year-old Vernon man returned to the parking lot of the Willow Park Church in Rutland to retrieve a vehicle. As the pair pulled in to the parking lot, they saw a man on Highway 33 near the entrance to the church. “They then discovered the woman’s car now had a flat tire and they proceeded to fix it,” said Const. Kris Clark, with the Kelowna RCMP. “The Vernon man retrieved tools from the trunk of the car and turned around to find the man he had seen earlier only a few feet away. The unknown suspect was allegedly pointing a black handgun at the Vernon man but put it away after asking if the young man was going to hit him with the tire iron.” The suspect hung around while the two changed the flat tire, even offering to help at one point. “The man continued to act erratically and allegedly brandished a knife but never otherwise threatened harm,” said Clark. “Once they changed the flat tire, the suspect apologized and walked away, headed westbound on Highway 33.” Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Kelowna RCMP at 250-762-3300.
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Gravel regulation bylaw still moving ahead RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Policies are still proceeding to regulate gravel pits in Greater Vernon’s rural areas.
The Electoral Area Advisory Committee has given second reading to the proposed soil removal and deposit bylaw for BX-Swan
Lake (Area B) and BX-Silver Star (Area C). “It will always be a balance between what people want in their neighbourhood,”
said Mike Macnabb. BX-Silver Star director. “It doesn’t prohibit but it regulates.” Some residents have been concerned about
the potential impact of gravel pits. “Noise, dust and hours are addressed in the bylaw,” said Macnabb.
Because of provin“There are three in cial rules, the Regional Area B that are operDistrict ating and I will of North contact them Okanagan and let them can’t stop know that,” said where gravBob Fleming, el pits are BX-Swan Lake allowed. director. If the A prosoil removposed pit on al and Mike Macnabb Brentwood Road deposit would be conbylaw is sidered new and adopted, it won’t apply would have to conform to existing operations. to the bylaw.
Vehicle kills horses ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
Three horses were killed on Westside Road after being struck by a pickup truck. RCMP officers from the rural detachment responded Saturday at 12:10 a.m. to a report of a motor vehicle accident between a truck and three horses in the area of Pinecrest and Westside roads. “The truck had major front-end damage and air bags were deployed,” said RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk. “A witness told our officers the driver of the truck was uninjured, and he left the scene in another vehicle.” Two of the horses died right away and a third that was seriously injured and was suffering had to be put down. Police are still investigating this file as the registered owner of the truck, from Squamish, has not been spoken to yet.
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An overwhelming community response has made the season bright for the Gobbett family. A fundraising dinner and silent auction Dec. 11 brought friends, family and strangers together to show their support for Melissa Gobbett, who is in palliative care as she battles with a cancerous brain tumour. “We are happy to say we raised $13,000,” said Nichoel Crawford, organizer of the dinner and auction with Team Gobbett. “This money will help Melissa and Curtis with their extra medical expenses, allow her to seek alternative treatments, and hopefully relieve a bit of the financial stress that comes with the holidays.” Melissa and Curtis, who are Coldstream residents, have two young boys, The evening, which took place at the Lumby Curling Club, sold out with more than 160 people attending and bidding on more than 100 silent auction items.
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esidents of Vernon had vision back in the mid-1960s when the recreation complex opened its doors. The facility had a modern, indoor swimming pool as well as a gymnasium and an auditorium to host local events and top travelling performers. Flash forward to the present and while the auditorium has recently gone through an upgrade and the pool evolved into an aquatic centre 25 years ago, the rec complex lobby is virtually unchanged. “For the most part, the look and feel are circa 1966,” said Doug Ross, recreation services director. That’s why the green light has been given to a Richard Rolke $1.3 million facelift that will see renovation to the entrance area and the main pedestrian bridge. It will include an outdoor lounge and a concession. “We want to create a lively people place,” said Ross. And there’s no question something needs to be done. Presently, anyone waiting for their kids’ activities to wrap up must hang around a cavernous lobby almost big enough for ballroom dancing. A couple of benches provide little comfort and you can only read the bulletin board so many times. Now contemplate catching a few rays out on the patio while your children are learning to swim or visiting with friends over a coffee after drop-in volleyball. It will be an inviting place where people want to linger instead of packing up their wet towels and heading home. The concession will also make rental of the auditorium more attractive for conferences or special events as catering will now exist on site, while the food kiosk can feed hungry crowds during Kokanee Swim Club meets.
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Increased bookings help reduce the taxpayer subsidy required to keep the complex operating. There will be those who question such an expenditure when there has been concern about the aquatic centre’s ventilation/ air quality in recent years. But consider that temperature and humidity controls have been improved around the lap pool, while a plan is underway for similar enhancements to the leisure pool (there are two different systems in the structure). “The announced bridge, entrance and lobby project and its funding will not impact recreation services tackling other major maintenance projects like the leisure pool air handling moving forward,” said Ross. Rec complex renos may also be questioned when some residents are convinced there should be a 50-metre swimming pool in Vernon. However, an Olympic-size pool would require significant study to determine the construction cost, operating cost and if there is sufficient demand to warrant such a facility. While that long-term process takes place, there is still a need for Vernon to maintain its infrastructure, and just like roads or sewer lines, recreational amenities require attention. Some have suggested that a completely brand new rec complex should be constructed, but will a big ticket item proceed when there is already reluctance about spending money on the master water plan, an art gallery or a new ice sheet? Yes, parts of the current recreation complex are old and tired, and have seen better days. But an investment of $1.3 million could go a long ways towards rejuvenating a facility that is centrally located to downtown, hotels, restaurants and the Performing Arts Centre, and hosts major draws like Creative Chaos. It’s time to embrace the vision of the 1960s and ensure that a landmark recreational complex continues to play an active role well into the future.
It’s a familiar refrain this time of year. The plea to motorists and pedestrians to take special care while they’re on the streets. This week two pedestrians died in separate incidents in the Lower Mainland. They join a stark and growing statistic: Every December in B.C., an average of seven pedestrians are killed and another 269 are injured. We can make the extra effort to see and be seen, and ICBC has a few suggestions. To motorists, remain attentive at all times. Not only is it illegal to use a hand-held device while driving, the consequences can be deadly. Pay particular attention around intersections where 75 per cent of all pedestrian incidents occur. Watch while turning left or right for pedestrians who have already begun to cross. For pedestrians, never assume that just because you see the vehicles, their drivers see you. Headlights, traffic and other distractions compete with your visibility. Fight back by ensuring you are dressed to be seen; wear reflective clothing, a reflective arm band, or carry a light. Keep your eyes and ears open and focus on what’s happening around you. That means pulling out your headphones, or putting the phone away while crossing a busy street. Make eye contact with the driver and always err on the side of caution; the consequences of an accident are far graver for the pedestrian than for the driver. The holidays are a hectic time of year. We all have places to be and things to think about. But they’re also meant to be a happy time; don’t let an accident or injury spoil that. ---Black Press
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he 62nd annual Rotary Christmas Carol Festival at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre saw two performances on Dec. 6 and joyously concluded with a matinee performance on Dec 7. Our media sponsors, The Morning Star and Sun FM, spread the word and the North Okanagan responded enthusiastically. Thank you to our media sponsors and also a big thank you to our other sponsors: Night Owl Copies and Prints, Kal Tire, KPMG, Nixon Wenger, B.C. Hydro, Distinctive Décor, Johnston Meier Insurance Agencies and the Performing Arts Centre. The 2014 Carol Festival featured Pam Ferens, a versatile singer/songwriter who began a lifelong love affair with music as a child and now choirs of children and big people were provided a venue for the many talented singers in the North
CLIMATE CHANGE After reading Colin Mayes' column in The Morning Star, I felt it was rather negative about activists, which I assume are nongovernment organizations that are critical about government policies related to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and man-caused climate change. I did not feel qualified to challenge his facts and sources, but was pleased to see the recent, excellent response by climatologist Claude Labine. Many Canadian citizens are deeply concerned about what is happening to our environment and our global ecosystems, and I am proud that individuals and scientists are speaking out. Canadian scientists are a relatively small group compared to the many prominent scientists working around the world trying to make sense of what is happening to our global climate and weather. The Journal of Environmental Science and Technology surveyed more than 1,800 climate scientists worldwide and they overwhelmingly agreed that climate change is a serious problem now. The Himalayan Mountains
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Canada has received poor ratings for its measures to reduce green house gas emissions, largely due to the expansion of the energy sector. The tar sands in Alberta is one of the largest contributors of green house gases which will contribute to global warming for decades. The LNG plants planned for the B.C. coast will greatly increase our annual GHG emissions. We need a critical review of the need for so much rapid development. Why are we in such a rush to ship our coal, oil and natural gas to Asia? These natural resources should be valued as the heritage of future generations, and should not be shipped out at bargain prices when they will be worth far more in the future. Doug Anions CORRIDOR QUESTION With the transfer underway of the rail line between Vernon and Kelowna, I have one burning question. At some point in the future, when it becomes obvious that a rail corridor again becomes man-
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surers Randy Hoffman and Dave Greenan; past board member Sam Banducci; as well as retired and current teachers, trustees and administrators from throughout the district. “It’s wonderful to see everyone and I’m very touched by the support,” said Turanski, who was not successful in his re-election bid in November’s civic election. Turanski has spent most of his life in public education, and was just 20 when he started teaching. “In those days you could get out of high school and take one year of training, I took first-year university — what used to be Grade 13 — and got my degree from UBC during the summer,” he said. Turanski’s first teaching post was in Surrey, but wanting to return to the Okanagan, he applied for a position in Kelowna. “I got there and was met by the superintendent, who told me, ‘by the way, you’re also the principal,’” said Turanski, of his job at Ellison school. The following year he applied for a teach-
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Bruce Weitzel (right), Open Door principal, chats with Bill Turanski, who served as a Vernon School District trustee for 21 years. ing position in Vernon and was given the principal’s job in Lavington and then moved on to BX, where he was principal for close to 20 years. “I’ve met people who were students when I was there and they now have grandchildren, so I’ve been at this a long time,” said Turanski, who is a graduate of Vernon High School. Executive assistant Lynn Jameson has worked with Turanski for many years and said she will miss working with the man she calls a
true gentleman. “He is a master of the English language when composing correspondence on behalf of the board,” she said. “He had a strong commitment to the board and to the public education system, attending numerous meetings and events over the past 21 years. And he was always gracious and appreciative of others. “I will also miss his dried cinnamon apple pieces and his canned salmon.” While looking forward to Christmas with
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his wife Terry and their family, Turanski said he hasn’t yet made any concrete plans for the future. At his last meeting on the board, chairman Turanski conducted business as usual, overseeing PAC meeting reports, bylaw readings and fielding questions from the public. But before calling time on his last ever meeting Nov. 26, Turanski was asked to listen as his co-chair Kelly Smith sung his praises. “This is a historical day and I would like to thank you, Bill, for being our chairperson. I understand that you have had quite a history in this district,” she said. “You had several newbies three years ago and you gave us gentle direction and I very much appreciate the work you did with us.” When Turanski began his career in 1957, A. Seymour Towell was Inspector of Schools. Current district superintendent Joe Rogers is the ninth for Turanski. “Bill has been great to work with, and the board will miss his patience and wisdom,” said Rogers. “He has been asked by Jami Tonasket (chairperson) of the Aboriginal Education Committee to stay on. “I want to thank you for your service, Bill.” Turanski would be the first to admit that what he has put into his job as trustee has been returned to him 10-fold. “Nobody owes me anything because I have got as much out of it as I have put into it and I will miss you all,” he said. “You don’t know how much I appreciate working with you people. Those who were new came along really quickly and you have contributed a great deal in the three years I worked with you.”
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Soul man returns with band to jazz club Rann Berry’s Rhythm and Soul Revue gives Motown a spin AmANdA moRAzAiN For The Morning Star
Things will be getting downright funky when Rann Berry’s Rhythm and Soul Revue presents The Music of Motown at the Vernon Jazz Club Saturday. The band features Berry (lead vocals and guitar), Gord Frie (sax), Mike Schell (trumpet), Chris Manuel (trombone), Justin Glibbery (keyboards and vocals), Michael Fic (vocals and bass), and Scott Gamble (drums). This high-energy seven-piece band will be grooving to Motown classics from the ‘60s, including Hard to Handle and Mustang Sally (Wilson Pickett), I Feel Good (James Brown), Soul Man (Sam and Dave), and My Girl and Ain’t Too Proud to Beg (The Temptations). “We absolutely love this style of music, and the soulful groove and vibe that it creates,” said Berry. “We want to create the atmosphere of a Detroit nightclub in the 1970s – super funky and soulful!”
Berry’s music is influenced by a variety of styles including rock, R&B, funk, and swing. It was classical rock that first caught his attention. “I was first drawn to classic rock, like any kid our age listening to radio and wanting to be the next Beatle. Rock was new and exciting,” said Berry. This excitement lingers still in the sound that Berry’s Rhythm and Soul Revue creates on stage. This electricity comes from their passion for the music along with how familiar the band members are with each other. Most of them have been playing together for more than 20 years. The group has opened for artists such as Colin James, Trooper, Randy Bachman, Loverboy, April Wine, and Crash Test Dummies. They have also been busy touring B.C. with their Vegas-style theatre show One Hit Wonders. This show is complete with dancers and is a full musical journey to the past. Frie is an award winning music educator and performer. He holds a master’s degree in music from Washington State University and can also be heard touring with the Uptown Hornz. Schell, the co-founder and leader of the Uptown Hornz, has played at the East 542 Music Festival, opening for
Steve Augeri (former lead vocalist of Journey) and Fran Cosmo (Boston). Manuel, a co-founder of Uptown Hornz, was born and raised in Penticton. He has been a clinician, musician, and adjudicator in the Canadian Forces Reserves and has spent time touring Europe. Glibbery is the musical director at Penticton Secondary School. He has done a lot of work in musical theatre and has been the keyboardist/musical director of a number of shows, including Jesus Christ Superstar, Guys & Dolls, Bye Bye Birdie, and Crazy for You. He has played with the funk band, The Mammals, and tours as both keyboardist and musical director with Rann Berry and the One Hit Wonders. Fic has travelled the world, performing on cruise ships and is Diamond Jack for the tributes to Tom Jones and Neil Diamond. Gamble is a regular on the Vernon Jazz Club stage. He was named musician of the year at the 2006 B.C. Interior Music Awards and is also a successful graphic artist. Rann Berry’s Rhythm and Soul Revue takes the stage at the Vernon Jazz Club (3000-31st St.) Saturday at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7:15. Tickets are $20 at the Bean Scene, Bean to Cup and at www. vernonjazz.ca.
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Caravan’s winter offering is a breath of fresh air
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here was a time when the Earth was troubled by great winds. On one side was the warm south wind, and the other the chilly north wind. The animal people suffered when the north wind’s demand for power overcame the south wind, and the land went into deep freeze. That is until the south wind’s offspring blew back with a warm breeze. So goes the story Kristin Froneman that Aunty Joes tells us from the front porch of her Airstream trailer. The story is, in fact, one of the oral tales passed down by the Interior Salish people, and has been captured by the pen of Shuswap writer Linz Kenyon for his new play, The Contest of the Winds. Making its world premiere in the field and forest at Caravan Farm Theatre as part of its winter sleigh-ride production, the play is a beautiful, funny and poignant celebration and acknowledgment of local Secwepemc (Shuswap) and Syilx (Okanagan) culture. The Contest of the Winds is as local as local can get, with a number of aboriginal youth from both the Splatsin and Okanagan bands making their professional theatre debut as members of the cast. Opening night Friday was made even more special with a welcome from the Okanagan Indian Band Chief Byron Louis and the Splatsin First Nation Chief Wayne
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The North Wind (Reneltta Arluk) and the South Wind (Alex Twin) come to blows in Caravan Farm Theatre’s winter sleigh-ride production, The Contest of the Winds. Christian and welcome songs by members of both bands. The Contest of the Winds goes back to the beginning of the story, when Aunty Joes (played by North of 60 star and accomplished musician/composer Renae Morriseau) attempts to settle a disagreement between her nephew, the traditionalist Sonny Boy (Alex Twin), and the selfie taking, Tweeting modernist Ava Girl (Reneltta Arluk). Both have different ideas on how life should be lived, with Aunty Joes acting as
Switzerland, in that she remains neutral (she heats her home with firewood, but carries a cell phone for communication). As the youth go off into the woods, Aunty Joes tells (and also sings in the native language, with Morriseau’s incredibly powerful voice) of the time before man, when the winds came to blows. And that’s when we, the audience, head into the woods ourselves, carried along by Caravan’s famed Clydesdales, and in our case three compact and strong Norwegian
Fjords driven by one of Caravan’s regular handlers, Mahina Rose. As we dashed through the ice, on wheels sadly, the fog lifted to reveal the sets (designed by the immensely talented Catherine Hahn, who also designed the costumes, and lit by Stephan Bircher), which glowed like beacons in the darkness. It was like Christmas morning as our little fjord team rounded each corner, to the grand vision of nature coming to life. There, we are introduced to chirpy Skokomina Bird (Cheri Maracle), and the lovable (and comic relief) duo of Crane (Greg Gale) and Stinkbug (Jason Clift), who are approached by the gale force that is North Wind (Arluk). She wants to blow South Wind (Twin) off his pedestal so that she can dominate the land. And she does just that, freezing the animals in her deathly grip until the South Wind Boy (Twin again) meets her in what is the most beautiful battle scene since Braveheart. (Think 10-foot wings flapping in the breeze.) The Contest of the Winds is an epic tale of the forces of nature, and the consequences of what happens when you mess with it, as well as the push and pull of the traditional ways and the lure of modern, technological advances. It is told admirably by Caravan’s cast and crew, and director Rachel Peake, who do this local story, and the keepers of this land, justice. Limlent. Kukwtsétsemc. Thank you. The Contest of the Winds continues at Caravan Farm Theatre until Jan. 4. For tickets and information, call or visit the Ticket Seller at 250-549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca.
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Arts OSO shines for the season acoustics found in a sheltered cove where we anchored for the night and played to the heavens,” said Colpitts, who actually plays the French horn with the OSO and also co-directs the Youth Symphony of the Okanagan. Fish on Five have since gone on many more fishing trips and continue to play at numerous venues throughMorning Star Staff out the region, including both public The Okanagan Symphony and private events. Orchestra is shining the spotlight on They have performed at the hisits brass section and a star soprano toric Kamloops Court House for the for its Christmas concerts in Kelowna Chamber Musicians of Kamloops Penticton and Vernon this weekend. Society and also on the lawn overThe Fish on Five Brass Quintet, con- looking Kalamalka Lake at the Mackie sisting of OSO brass players, is polishing Lake House in Coldstream. its instruments to perform as part of the Sunday’s performance will include Yuletide Brass concert, Sunday at the the arrangement, Christmas Toons, Vernon Performing Arts Centre. where Fish on Five will join the OSO’s The concert will also feature full brass section to perform a medley Kelowna-based soprano Dawn of holiday favourites such as Frosty Mussellam. the Snowman, Rudolph the Red Nosed “This month’s concert, Yuletide Reindeer, and The Grinch Who Stole Brass, includes some great holiday Christmas. classics that the audience will truly Mussellam will also join the OSO enjoy singing along to,” said OSO in performing selections by famed music director Rosemary Thomson. composers J.S. Bach, George Frederick “This show is a great performance for Handel, and Giuseppe Verdi. audiences of all ages... This is a concert Critically praised for her “floating that will most definitely have you leav- pianissimi” and “powerful crescendi”, ing in the Christmas spirit.” Musselam has been a regular guest Featuring trumpeters Dennis soloist with the OSO, performing Colpitts and Jim Howie, tuba player most recently for the Last Night of the Reynold Epp, horn player Edmund Proms concert in May, 2013. House and trombonist Wade Dorsey, Her warm lyric, coloratura soprano Fish on Five took their name from a voice and commanding stage presfishing trip the men made to the B.C. ence have delighted audiences all over coast six years ago. Canada and beyond, said Thomson. They chugged off to the Bella Bella The OSO’s Yuletide Brass concert area in Epps’ boat, taking their instru- starts at the Vernon Performing Arts ments along. As a result, their hands Centre Sunday at 7 p.m. Tickets are were full – with fishing poles and brass available now at the Ticket Seller box horns. office in the centre. Call 250-549-7469 “No cathedral ever provided the or order online at www.ticketseller.ca.
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Christine Balfour (left), with Health Promoting Schools, and UBC Okanagan nursing students April Coulson, Amanda Sakamoto, Kyla MacPhail and Samaya Fentiman with David Hatfield following his recent workshop aimed at male youth, ages 13 to 16.
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A group of UBC Okanagan fourth year nursing students have recognized a lack of resources for male youth in the community. As part of their leadership project, April Coulson, Amanda Sakamoto, Samaya Fentiman and Kyla MacPhail recognized a need and set out to fill it. “We are passionate about promoting youth mental health in our community,” said Coulson. In partnership with the Vernon Family Resource Centre and Christine Balfour from Health Promoting Schools, the group brought David Hatfield, a renowned speaker who specializes in transformative education, to Vernon to present to male youth ages 13 to 16. The workshop, which took place last month at Seaton secondary school, was received positively by all of the young men who attended. “The main topic of all my work is to critically examine how social ideas about
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masculinity are impacting us as males, and to build and promote a lived experience of a positive brotherhood of fellow guys who are supportive, open and curious about exploring a more open, responsible, emotionally authentic masculinity,” said Hatfield. Within the workshop, he encouraged the young men to inform the topics — this allowed various themes to emerge which were discussed amongst the group such as violence, sexuality, drug use, friendship, body image, sports, politics, gender relations, sexual orientation, consent, becoming a young adult and rites of passage. One young man who attended did not realize how much the workshop would impact him. “I didn’t want to get up in the morning and go to this workshop, I didn’t know what to expect and I didn’t think it would apply to me,” said the young man, who wished to remain anonymous. By the end of the day, his opinion had changed dramatically.
“This presentation impacted me in a really positive way,” he said. “David didn’t treat us like kids, and the group activities that we did helped us to connect and show support with each other; it has also helped me to start to question the ‘script’ we as boys are given.” Coulson, Sakamoto, Fentiman and MacPhail would like to thank the businesses in the community for their generous donations. “Without you, bringing David Hatfield to Vernon would not have been possible,” said Coulson. “Specifically, we would like to thank The Family Resource Centre, Health Promoting Schools School District 22 and Christine Balfour, Tim Hortons, The Marble Slab Creamery, Galaxy Cinemas, Monashees Bar and Grill, Lincoln Lanes bowling centre, Coopers Foods and ATO Contracting. “We would also like to thank Seaton secondary school for providing us a location for our presentation.”
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ear Annie: Every year, my husband and I host a couple of family holiday gatherings. We exclude two family members because they are not pleasant to be around. One is an obnoxious alcoholic, and the other has psychological problems and is antisocial. I decided years ago never to have them in my home again. The problem is, my great-aunt, “Betsy,” insists that these two be included and, against my wishes, invites them herself. I’m outraged by this rude behavior and have told her repeatedly not to do this. But Aunt Betsy recently informed me that she has invited them again this year. She’s determined to have it her way, Kathy Mitchell & MarcySugar and I’m at my wits’ end. What should I do about her? — Fed Up with Family Dear Fed Up: You have three choices: Tolerate it, stop inviting Aunt Betsy or stop hosting family events. We understand that she wants the entire family included, especially for holidays, and we sympathize. Normally, we recommend tolerating the relatives for the few times a year that this happens. But it’s your home and your guest list, and, right or wrong, no one else
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Gingerbread meets egg nog
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ith Christmas only a week away, dessert for the feast needs to be decided upon, even though I suspect no one will
have room for it immediately after dinner. Of course, there is always a great assortment of cookies and squares, and the traditional puddings, mince
tarts, pies or Christmas cakes; but if you want something lighter and non-traditional, I offer two suggestions today. The first combines two of the holiday
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season’s best flavours, gingerbread and egg nog. This dessert is easy to make and a crowd pleaser! If you are feeling fancy, you can pipe your top layer of whipped cream on the trifle. The second dessert is a kid favourite and an easy, make ahead dessert that they will all enjoy. Eggnog Gingerbread Trifle 1 (14.5 oz.) package gingerbread cake mix 1 (5.1 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix 3 cups eggnog 2 cups heavy cream 1/4 cup white sugar 2 tsp. vanilla extract 1/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries, chopped (optional) 2 Tbsp. gingersnap cookie crumbs (optional) Prepare gingerbread cake mix and bake according to package directions (any size pan). Cool completely. Place the pudding mix in a large bowl.
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Pour in the eggnog and whisk for about 2 minutes. Refrigerate pudding until the gingerbread cake is cool and you are ready to assemble the trifle. In large bowl, whip cream until stiff peaks are just about to form. Beat in sugar and vanilla until peaks form. Crumble 1/2 of the gingerbread into the bottom of a trifle bowl or a large glass bowl. Spread 1/2 of the eggnog pudding over the gingerbread, then spread 1/2 of the whipped cream on top of the pudding. Repeat the layers with the remaining gingerbread, pudding, and whipped cream. Refrigerate 6
hours or overnight. Sprinkle the top with the cranberries and cookie crumbs before serving. Chocolate-Banana Ice Cream Pie 60 vanilla wafer cookies (about threequarters of a 12-oz. box) 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus toasted coconut for topping (optional) 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 2 medium bananas 1 pint vanilla ice cream 1 pint chocolate ice cream 1 cup heavy cream 2 teaspoons confectioners’ sugar 60 vanilla wafer cookies (about threequarters of a 12-oz. box) 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus toasted coconut for topping (optional) 1 stick unsalted butter, melted 2 medium bananas 1 pint vanilla ice cream 1 pint chocolate ice cream 1 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons confectioners’ sugar Pulse cookies, coconut and butter in a food processor until finely ground. Press into the bottom and halfway up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan. Slice the bananas and arrange in a layer over the crust. Freeze until the crust sets, about 20 minutes. Meanwhile, let the vanilla ice cream soften at room temperature. Spread the vanilla ice cream evenly over the banana layer. Freeze until firm, about 2 hours. Let the chocolate ice cream soften at room temperature, then spread over the vanilla layer. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze until firm, at least 2 hours. Remove the pie from the freezer 20 minutes before serving. Beat the cream and confectioners’ sugar with a mixer until soft peaks form, then spread over the pie. Top with toasted coconut, if desired.
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artsolutely! The Arts Council of the North Okanagan is pleased to announce ninth annual fundraiser, Artsolutely, a shopping extravaganza and Vernon’s one-stop shop for fun and unique hand-made gifts until Dec. 24. We’ve got 25 of the Okanagan’s best artists selling their finest wares in all mediums: paintings, drawings, fibre, jewellery, glass, pottery, photography, woodcarvings, soaps and more! Open Monday to Fridays 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays noon to 4 p.m. at the Vernon Community Arts Centre, 2704A Hwy 6 in Polson park. Call 250-542-6243 or visit www.vernonarts.ca cribbage at the lawn bowling club Winter crib Wednesdays starting 1 p.m. (six games), coffee and cookies served. Saturday crib at 1 p.m. (eight games) with a break after fourth game for coffee and cookies. For more information call Vera at 250-545-4521. The Lawn Bowling Club is in Polson Park. vernon kalamalka chorus of sweet adelines The local chapter of Sweet Adelines International invites women who love to sing in close, four-part harmony, to join them on Wednesdays at 7:15 p.m. in the Halina Centre gym, 3310-37th Ave. Info., Deanna at 250-5429229, or Grace at 250-545-0808. vernon & district metis association Meets every third Wednesday of the month, potluck dinner at 6 p.m., followed by meeting at 6:30 p.m. at our new office at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave., suite #101 All Metis and guests welcome. Info., 778-475-0823. sally ann boutique Jewelry, clothing, antiques, auction, vintage, fair trade, local artist wall, and other special treasures for sale. A Coffee & Tea Corner that we like to call our Care and Share Corner. Snacks and drinks for sale. We are next to our Thrift Store on 24th Street behind Future Shop, just down the road from Voets Kaffee. Open Tuesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hours subject to change. the schubert centre has a wonderful Thrift Store in its basement. Full variety of dress and casual clothes for men and women. They have housewares, jewelry, material, bedding, craft items etc. Hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. They accept donations of gently used clothing, jewelry,household goods etc. We would love to accept larger donations but picking them up is quite difficult. Every second Saturday of the month The Schubert Centre has a pancake breakfast and the Thrift Store is open 8 to 11 a.m., usually with a great deal on most items i.e. two-for-one or fill a bag etc. They have quality items at low prices. Everything on display is cleaned, ironed, mended and tested for working order before sold. They will have items in stock for most popular holidays. If you feel you have four hours a week to spare and would like to volunteer and help out in the Thrift Store, please call 250-549-4201. art lessons at the halina seniors centre Every Wednesday from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. with instructor: Colette LeNeveu, cost $20 for two-hour lesson and 50 cents towards the Halina. Everyone 50+ welcome! For further info call: 250-542-2877 or go to our Facebook page and type in Halina Senior’s Centre. We are behind the Rec Centre at 3310-37th Ave. okib land use planning family meetings Okanagan Indian Band members are encouraged to contact Operations, Lands and Housing (250-542-3444) to arrange a meeting with family groups to learn more about the OKIB land use planning underway, and to make sure that the plan includes your priorities! Family meetings will be ongoing through the summer/
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early fall, at times and locations that work for each family group. The OKIB land use plan is important for all OKIB members, and future generations. Share your voice! healing energy sessions at trinity united church Sessions every Wednesday. You can book appointment by calling the church at 250-545-0797. darts at halina seniors centre Every Wednesday 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Cost is $2 drop-in or $5 for the month. Everyone 50+ welcome. Centre is behind Rec Centre at 3310-37 Ave. Come and have some fun! Info., 250-542-2877. ladies of the royal purple vernon lodge #123 invite all former and new members to join us at the Elks Hall at 1 p.m. for our meetings or come at noon and bring your lunch. We meet every third Wednesday of the month. You will make new friends or reacquaint with old ones. Come join us. Info., call Judy at 542-6574. narcotics anonymous Meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Path to Recovery, 3204 Alexis Park Dr., behind Knox Church (open to the public, 12-step meeting, Traditions meeting, wheelchair access). Our 24-hour helpline is 1-866-778-4772. drop-in crib at the eagles Fraternal Order of Eagles welcomes you for crib every Wednesday at 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come by and see what the Eagles are about and where our monies are spent in the community We are open every day 1 - 7 p.m. the vernon chapter of the ms society Hosts a yoga class for people with MS, every Wednesday at 10.30 a.m. at the People Place. a course in miracles Join us at the Centre, 2913 - 29 Ave., for A Course In Miracles study group, Wednesdays from 5 to 6:30 p.m., all welcome. For more info. call 250-549-4399. the halina crafters Meet every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. Cost waived as crafts are made for the centre’s gift shop. If you are 50+ and like to craft, come on out and join the fun. We’re at 3310-37th Ave. Call 250-542-2877 for more information. vernon treatment centre Do you or a loved one have an alcohol/drug and/or other addiction problem? We can help! Day and evening courses available. Call 542-6151 for info. coda meets Codependents Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women working to build healthy relationships with self and others. We meet Wednesdays at 7 p.m., at Seaton Centre on 14th Avenue (off Kal Lake Rd.) westside response services society WRS offers blood pressure testing, Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. - noon at the Killiney Beach Hall and Annex on Udell Road. aa meetings on wednesdays Monday to Sunday, 7 a.m., 3204 Alexis Park Dr.; an open meeting and handicap accessible. Monday to Friday, noon, open, VTC, 2810-48th Ave. (H). Open meeting, 3204 Alexis Park Dr. Vernon (H), 5 p.m. daily. (H) Handicap access. (X) no handicap access. For more info., call 250-545-4933. the vernon diet club meets Every Wednesday in the basement of Peace Lutheran Church. Weigh-in between 8:30 and 9:30 a.m. Short meeting to follow. Anyone wishing support in weight-management welcome. Call 542-3252. parent and child walk in the park Hosted by Aboriginal Infant and Early Childhood Development Centre. Everyone welcome, meet 10 a.m., Wednesdays at 2905-29th Ave. Meet other parents, get fit and win a prize. Step challenge, pedometer supplied for the walk. Join anytime. For more information, call 542-7578. tops (take off pounds sensibly) Meets Wednesdays 9 to 9:45 a.m. with meetings 10 to 11 a.m. at Trinity United Church on Alexis Park Drive. Call Debbie at 250-542-0187 or Bev at 250-542-9381.
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his annual service is open to anyone who is entering the Christmas season facing loss, loneliness and brokenness, and takes place Saturday, Dec. 20 at 2:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church, 3300 Alexis Park Dr. Christmas is a happy time of year, filled with family, friends and celebrations. But for some, that joy can highlight losses they are experiencing – loss of a loved one, a broken relationship, loss of employment, loss of health, loneliness – to name a few. Blue Christmas is a brief worship service to hear and share prayers, readings and music that can help us to remember that we are not alone and to recognize that even in brokenness and pain, we can find glimmers of light in our darkness, and rays of hope for the future. The service is followed by a short reception in the church hall. For more details, please contact the church at 250-545-0797 or e-mail office@trinityvernon.ca nordic walking An exercise that uses all of the major muscle groups of the body. A walking program using poles is available every Wednesday 11 a.m. to noon at the Lumby Community Hall, 2250 Shields Ave. Instruction on how to use the poles and poles are available for no cost. Info., Bill or Carole at 250-547-2047. mission dollar bin thrift store Fill a bag for a loonie all this week: clothing ,shoes household and movies. Check out the incredible selection of kids’ snowpants, jackets for the entire family, all reduced to a loonie each. Christmas goodies not included but now 1/2 price (some now six for a loonie)! Open Tues. thru Sat., 9 to 5ish at 3008-34th St. Volunteer staffed, all proceeds go directly to the Upper Room Mission; your support appreciated even more due to the flood. Clean grocery bags also needed, thanks. vernon upper room mission boutique Storewide 1/2-price sale. Thanks to fabulous donations, our store is full and we need to make more room! Come down to 2708-34th St. and check out our last half-price sale of the year. We have a super variety of Christmas gifts for the last minute shopper including clothing, household items, furniture, collectibles, and much more. Sale runs Dec. 17 to Dec. 20, and 100 per cent of the proceeds benefit the Vernon Upper Room Mission and remain in our community. amnesty international vernon group Meets Dec. 17 from 7-9 p.m. at the Vernon library. We will write cards of encouragement to individuals/families in different countries who are currently experiencing human rights abuses. Please RSVP info@amnestyvernon.ca or phone Lee at 250-938-5789 to find out what to bring. star country squares will hold Christmas Coffee Night Dec. 17 at Knox Presbyterian Church. Plus 7 - 7:30 p.m., Mainstream to 9:30 p.m. Info., phone Yvonne at 250-545-5547. rasc okanagan The Vernon group of the Royal Astronomical Society Okanagan meets Dec. 17 at 7:15 p.m., Okanagan Science Centre, Heritage Hall next to main OSC building. A pre-meeting session at 6:30 p.m. as well as main program for the meeting will feature a discussion of “Telescopes and Telescope Accessories.” Members are being invited to bring their telescopes to the meeting and talk about their experiences with them. Each member will be allocated about five minutes to talk about their scope and experiences; this should be of particular interest to new tele-
scope users or buyers. Also on main program will be observing reports and images from members and the “Mystery Constellation of December” and a “December Observing Challenge” issued by John Karlsson and Jim Kanester. A short Christmas get together after the meeting, with Christmas music and goodies. Bring your goodies and Santa hats! halina seniors centre turkey lunch Our 41st Annual Christmas Turkey Luncheon & Dance will be held Dec. 17 in the Rec Centre auditorium. Doors open at 11 a.m.,turkey dinner at noon followed by afternoon of festivities. Tickets available at the Halina Seniors Centre, 3310-37 Ave., $10 per person. Everyone welcome! For more information, call 250-542-2877.
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the community seniors’ fellowship luncheon Christmas program and dinner is scheduled for those who have tickets, Dec. 18 at 10:45 a.m. Be sure to bring your ticket with you! vernon community band We always welcome new players so bring your instrument (or rent one) and have fun with us! Practices 7 – 9 p.m. every Wednesday at Vernon secondary school. We play everything from jazz, Broadway musicals, marches, light rock, classical and more! Call band leader Toni at 250-549-2414. okanagan community proJects is a group of citizens, living in the Okanagan, interested in participating in projects to help build and support the community. We are creating a network of people who have a project idea or who would like to help build or support a project. We meet the first and third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m., at the People Place. Join our Facebook group by searching Okanagan Community Projects. Info., Sarah at 250-309-2620, Jack at 250-938-4202 or Darren at 250-938-1751.
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Community Calendar Place, #003, 3402-27th Ave., People Place. This is a drop in gathering where those who have been widowed can meet in a safe atmosphere to make friends and share common experiences. Vernon lionS club meetS First and third Thursdays of the month at the Eagles Hall, 5101-25th Ave., 6 p.m. New members welcome. Call Leslie Andrew at 250-503-0917 for more info. pythian SiSterS Vernon temple #21 Meets the first and third Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. at Schubert Centre. Contact Patricia at 250-558-5413. the parkinSon’S Support group meets at the People Place the third Thursday of every month, September through June at 1 p.m. Everyone interested in the disorder is welcome to attend. All are welcome. Dec. 18 will be our support group and Christmas coffee/potluck. Please bring some favourite baking or other tasty tidbit to share. For more information, contact Gord/Pat Nuyens at 250-542-9026 or Nell Friesen at 250-549-1580. time out needlework at halina SeniorS’ centre For those who like to socialize and do crafts, every Thursday 1 to 3 p.m. If you enjoy counted thread needlework, cross stitch and/ or hardanger, join us for an afternoon of stitching and socializing. For more info., call 250-542-2877 or just drop by.
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Vernon SilVer Star QuilterS meet from September to June on the first and third Thursdays of the month from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 5151 Alain Rd., off Silver Star Road, just east of Butcher Boys. lakeSide tai chi Tai chi for your body, mind and soul Thursdays and Tuesdays at noon, Kal Fitness, 100 Kalamalka Lake Rd., with instructor Tim Miller. Fun, relaxing atmosphere. Come join us! For more information, call 250-549-1240. the Schubert centre haS actiVitieS eVery day Check our monthly magazine, News and Views. Every last Wednesday of the month at the birthday luncheon it will be on sale for 50 cents. It tells you what to expect to happen every day at the centre and also gives you the next month’s tours. It contains coupons, tidbits, news of Catherine Gardens and messages from our president and manager. It also has the days and times of all the events. hold your eVent at the Schubert centre The Schubert Centre is a great place to hold your wedding, grad, bar mitzvah, memorial service, birthday party/luncheon/dinner, meetings and a whole lot more in between. They can accommodate up to 300 people in the auditorium, 120 in the banquet room (with its own entrance), up to 50 in the meeting room and 75 in the Coffee House and are famous for their catering. The centre also provides meals for The Meals on Wheels program. Call 250-549-4201 for further information or to book your event. boyS club Christian learning, badges, You , games, campouts, biking, swimming, hikk ing, skating and crafts. Boys ages five to wor eight meet at East Hill Community Church, you ! Thursdays 6 to 7 p.m. Boys ages nine to 13 ve dri meet at the Vernon Christian School gym, Thursdays 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. Cost is $30 per boy. Call 250-545-3926 for more info. kalamalka weaVerS & SpinnerS guild meetS The third Thursday of each month, September to June, at the Vernon Community Arts Centre (Polson Park) at 7 p.m. Hands on, show and tell. All welcome. Info., call Trixie at 250-545-7819. halina SeniorS’ centre table tenniS Come out and try a fun game of table tennis at the centre, 3310-37 Ave. (back of Rec Centre) Thursdays from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Everyone 50+ welcome. Cost to drop in is $2 or $5 for the month. For further info., call: 250-542-2877. topS (take oFF poundS SenSibly) chapter #4844 Meets Thursdays from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. at the Alpine Centre, #29. TH It’s $32 to join, and then $5 a month. Info., call M. Schmolke at 250-545-8124. under the SpitFire anaF unit 5 We are at 2500-46th Ave., Vernon. Thursday Night Pool League in the Spitfire Lounge, starts at 7 p.m. New Free legal drop-in clinic Every Thursday from 7 - 9 p.m. players welcome, including non-members. Thursday league crib- Open to all, regardless of financial circumstances, volunteer lawbage at 1 p.m. Call Reg Firth at 250-275-0707. yers provide up to 15 minutes of basic advice on legal issues. For the good Food box enderby Boxes can be picked up every more information, call Access Pro Bono at 1-877-762-6664. By third Thursday between noon and 3:45 p.m., Evangelical Chapel appointment only. on Mill Street, across from the credit union. For more information, Vernon & diStrict metiS aSSociation Bannock days please call 838-6298. every first and third Thursday from noon to 2 p.m. starting October good Food box pick-up reminder Your low-cost box in our new office at the People Place, 3402 27th Ave., suite #101. of nutritious fruits and vegetables (with easy seasonal recipes) liVe model drawing Dec. 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the is available for pick up at All Saints Anglican Church or Trinity Vernon Public Art Gallery. VPAG continues to offer live model United Church on the third Thursday of the month. Call Diane at drawing sessions for artists. No experience required, just bring 250-306-7800 for details or go to www.goodfoodbox.net your drawing materials of choice, easels are provided. Set to music new hope For widow/erS weekly coFFee group in a private space, artists are welcome to draw without inhibiEvery Thursday 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at our office in the People tion. Models are experienced, male and female, nude or draped.
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Participants must be over 19. Sessions limited to 12 participants. Pre-registration required: $10 members, $20 non-members. Gallery is at 3228 - 31st Ave. Info., 250-545-3173, see www.vernonpublicartgallery.com or e-mail info@vernonpublicartgallery.com
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chriStmaS Special at Vernon library Spend time with your wee ones Dec. 19 from 10:30 to 11 a.m. For little ones age birth to six years. Stories, puppets and songs for the holidays! Please pick up free ticket at the information desk. The Vernon branch is at 2800-30th Ave. For more information about the library and other programs, visit www.orl.bc.ca or call 250-542-7610. the okanagan Valley big band perFormS Dec. 19 at the Schubert Centre. Come dance the night away and help raise badly needed cash for the food bank for the basic staples for their hampers. Doors open at 7 p.m. Dance starts 8 p.m. Door prizes! Cash bar! Fun! Put on your dancing shoes or just come and listen to some great Big Band music from the ‘30s, ‘40s, ‘50s and on as well as Christmas music. Tickets $10 each or table of eight for $60. Tickets available at Schubert Centre, Century 21 Executives Realty and at the door. For info., call 250-550-2125. dance:enderby SeniorS’ complex Dec. 19 from 2-4 p.m., the Chilly Creakers are playing. Enjoy good music for dancing and listening. Snacks and coffee included. Admission still only $5. Everyone welcome. Family Saturday: Vernon public art gallery Dec. 20 it’s Piet Mondrian, Abstract Painting from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at VPAG. This month learn how to create a holiday inspired abstract painting in the style of Pieter Mondrian. Starting with a white canvas we will block out areas with painters tape and apply a custom colour palette. The most exciting part is peeling the tape off and revealing your amazing creation! Enjoy children’s holiday music, festive treats and a jolly atmosphere! Parents welcome to participate and create their own painting as well. All materials supplied. Suggested for ages 5+. Cost is $3/members and $5/non-members per participant. Gallery is at 3228 - 31st Ave. Info., call 250-545-3173 or see www.vernonpublicartgallery.com Vernon public art gallery holiday hourS On Dec. 24, Christmas Eve, the gallery will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Make sure you stop by the gallery shop for any last-minute shopping. VPAG is closed for Christmas holidays Dec. 25 to Jan. 2 and will re-open Jan. 3. chriStmaS bazaar FundraiSer Okanagan Humane Society’s annual event runs until Dec. 23 at The Shops at Polson Park, 2306 Hwy. 6, Vernon, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., each day the mall is open. Glassware, jewelry, ornaments, pictures, dolls, linens, clothes, household items, pet supplies, and large assortment of Christmas trees, wreaths and all the decorations you could want at modest prices. Come support our silent auction and purchase a ticket on our sleighful of goodies, including a turkey. Get a 2015 calendar and enter to win a door prize. All proceeds go to care of abandoned and neglected cats and kittens. Info., call Hazel at 250542-1607 or Louvain at 250-548-9293. kelowna SingleS club chriStmaS dance Dec. 20 at Rutland Centennial Hall (Kelowna). Doors open 7 p.m., dance 8 p.m. to midnight, with live band Bob King. Bar, refreshments and snacks available. Members $10; non-members $13; memberships $15. New Year’s Eve dinner/dance tickets available, $35; Vic and the Dance Band. For info., please call 250-762-6907. Our dances are open to everyone. Come and invite your friends to join us.
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News Enderby saves on trash service
CHRISTMAS CLEARANCE!
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There’s a new crew collecting trash in Enderby. City council has inked a residential refuse pickup contract with Armstrong’s Tip-It Waste Solutions for 2015/18. “We have some pretty good savings happening with this contract,” said Greg McCune, Enderby mayor. Tip-It came in at the lowest bid and $20,919 will be saved over the term of the contract compared to current fees. The next lowest bid came Greg McCune from the current contractor and it would have saved residents $6,760 between 2015 and 2018. However, the contract with Tip-It means collection days will shift from Mondays to Tuesdays starting Jan. 6. McCune is pleased to see a North Okanagan company hired to collect refuse. “He has nice bins and the system fits well into the community,” said McCune.
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The B.C. government is expanding the Buy Local program with an additional $2 million to help B.C. farmers and food processors promote their products, and support food security. With the additional $2 million investment, the program aims to increase consumer demand and sales of B.C. agrifoods. Businesses and organizations can apply for matching funding from the B.C. government for projects that promote local foods. “The Buy Local program will continue to be a huge success in encouraging British Columbians to choose the high-quality foods grown and produced right here at home,” said Norm Letnick, agriculture minister and Lake Country MLA. “Every purchase of a B.C. product contributes to jobs in our communities, and the food security of our province.” The Buy Local program has supported about 40 campaigns to support B.C. food, seafood, and floral products in communities around the province so far, with companies and organizations, large and small reporting increased sales, including: n B.C. Food Processors Association reporting sales of B.C. products increased by $5 million during the first four months of their project. n 17,000 additional cartons of cherries were sold over three weeks in 2013 compared to the same period in 2012 despite a smaller crop. n The entire crop of the new Salish and aurora golden gala apples sold, with successful introduction in four of the province’s largest food retail chains.
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Lake Country Food Bank enters the finals KEVIN PARNELL Black Press
The Lake Country Food Bank has quali-
fied for the finals of the Aviva Community Fund community contest and remains in line for some
or all of a $100,000 grand prize that would allow the community to build a new food bank
building. The public cast enough votes in the semi-final round of
voting in the Aviva contest, which looks at community projects across Canada with a
panel of judges now set to decide which project will get the major boost in funding.
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The B.C. SPCA reminds people that the holidays and colder weather can be hazardous for pets. “We want everyone to enjoy the holidays, including the furry members of your family,” said Lorie Chortyk, general manager of community relations for the B.C. SPCA. Holiday pet safety tips include: Bones are Bad: Avoid giving bones to your dogs or cats, particularly turkey bones. Poultry bones easily splinter and can cause serious injury, while bone fragments can cause intestinal blockages or lacerations. Thoughtful Treats: Chocolate and other sweets should not be given to animals. Chocolate contains theobromine, a chemical that can be deadly to cats and dogs, though not harmful to humans. The best thing you can do for your pet over the holidays is to keep them on their regular diet. Look for healthy animal treats instead of giving your animal companions cookies, rich snacks or sweets meant for people. Poisonous Plants: Many popular holiday
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Call Us Old-Fashioned… We believe that quality truly counts. TIPS FOR SAFE COOKING AND HANDLING OF YOUR CHRISTMAS TURKEY * When you buy your turkey, pick it up just before you head to the checkout * Thaw the turkey in the refrigerator or immersed in cold water * Wash your prep area with sanitizer, not soap, both before and after handling the turkey. Sanitizer kills living bacteria while soap merely cleans the surface * Rinse the turkey under cold running water - this applies to both frozen and fresh turkeys - and remove the neck and giblets. Stuff the turkey * Set the oven temperature no lower than 325°F. When done, the food thermometer should reach a safe internal temperature of 165°F * Remove any stuffing from the turkey and refrigerate leftovers immediately after dinner. As well, I always freeze my leftover carcass for soup right away For more information about buying, handling and cooking your turkey, speak to any of our meat department specialists. Pat Webb is the Meat Manager for Askew’s Armstrong and has been a meat cutter for 39 years. He enjoys sharing his knowledge with his customers.
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Any ideas for stress?
Taking even one part of Saint Terese of Liseaux’s beautiful quote to heart, will help reduce stress: “May today there be peace within. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in yourself and others. May you use the gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content with yourself just the way you are. Let this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and every one of us.”
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Q: A:
The condensation on your windows in the cooler months of the year is because the moisture in the air inside the home is coming in contact with the cooler surface of the window glass & causing condensation on the glass. Try keeping your curtains or blinds open during the day & see if the condensation becomes less or goes away. If it does not go away or become less than there may be other issues to deal with that will reduce the amount of moisture in the air of the home. The ‘black mold’ that is accumulating on the window sills is most likely not mold at all, but is dust & dirt that is floating in the air of the home & that is on the windows. When condensation appears on the windows the dirt sticks to the moisture & is washed down the window where it accumulates and looks like black mold. No cause for alarm, just wash it off & check to see if your furnace filter needs changing.
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Feng Shui Consultant & Chinese Astrologer
Is listening to music a challenge with hearing aids?
Where do I put my Christmas tree?
Music is dynamic with a variable range and higher intensity than speech; therefore an aid must manage the inputs differently. If not handled correctly, the peaks in music can’t pass into the processer- resulting in a distorted sound even before any attempts are made to clean up the signal. Next, most likely everyone has witnessed a hearing aid “whistling” in the ear of a loved one or stranger. So when manufacturers developed “feedback cancellation”, surely they did not anticipate that this would affect music. Traditional feedback cancellation methods would mistake music for feedback due to the loud and sustained nature of musical notes and attempt to cancel them.
Wherever it gives you the most pleasure! Within Feng Shui principles, yes, there will be an optimum placement for the tree, but seriously… let’s stay focused on what is truly important this time of year - love. In my family, the Christmas tree is our hub. It is our gathering spot for countless shortbread cookies, cocoa and hilarious anecdotes of the day. The value of a tree is not within the design, the bulb count, or the presents underneath. The true value of your Christmas tree is your family, and is a representation of what you can build together over the years… As we celebrate this Season, and focus on what is important, we will all be in the right place, at the right time, with the right people, and that can never be misplaced…
Good news, current devices on the market can discern the elements of music from feedback using special ‘music’ programs. These features ensure an authentic representation of the music signal and result in your improved enjoyment of music.
From my home to yours, I wish you love, laughter & happiness…
Merry Christmas!
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I have a home that is about 30 years old. I have noticed that in the cooler months I get a lot of condensation on my windows, & now I a noticing ‘black mold’ on the window sills. What should I do, & is there need for alarm?
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It’s a bag originally used by sailors to carry their kit, and now local families in need are receiving their own ditty bags full of goodies. The Lansdowne chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star has been filling and donating ditty bags to both the Vernon and Salmon Arm Women’s Transition Houses for 19 years. The handmade bags are filled with essentials such as brushes, combs, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, and other toiletries as well as note pads, pocket books, colouring books and crayons. Inside is also a stuffed toy for each child. “This helps to ensure that women and children who have left their homes with nothing have a little something extra,” said Diane Mamalick, worthy matron with the local Eastern Star chapter. The chapter has also donated funds through its shoe project, where each member counts the shoes she owns and 50 cents from each pair is then donated to a charity. This year, $429 has been donated to Women’s Transition House, along with the ditty bags. The Order of the Eastern Star also has a long history of giving back to the community through its collection of cancelled stamps. “We appreciate any donations,” said Mamalick. “Stamps should be cut off the envelope, leaving a half-inch bor-
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Vernon Vipers’ d-man Luke Shiplo ties up Drew Blackmun of the Alberni Valley Bulldogs in B.C. Hockey League play Saturday night at Weyerhaeuser Arena.
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Just call it a week-long, pre-Christmas cruise with stops in Powell River, Port Alberni and Nanaimo along with a pair of excursions at Kal Tire Place. And while there wasn’t any seven-course dinners or penthouse hot tubbing, the cruise turned out to be pretty pleasurable for the Vernon Vipers. Three wins, one loss and a date with the lastplace Surrey Eagles tonight at The Big Wheel has the Vipers in decent shape well into the second-half of the B.C. Hockey League season. The Vipers, blown out 8-2 by the Nanaimo Clippers Sunday afternoon at Frank Crane Arena, are fourth overall in the 16-team BCHL and second in the Interior Division at 20-9-1-2. Vernon is 8-2 in their last 10 games. The Shipmen rang up six third-period goals – two on the powerplay – as they improved to 23-100-1, second overall behind the Penticton Vees. “They were at the end of a road trip, so we knew if we came at them hard, they were going to give up sooner or later,” said Clipper forward Brett Roulston. “I think that’s what we did. We pushed them all game and eventually they broke.” And they did so still without three of their topfour scorers in Devin Brosseau, Sheldon Rempal and Jake Jackson. Rempal is at the World Junior Hockey Challenge in Kindersley, Sask., while Brosseau and Jackson are injured. Clipper head coach Mike Vandekamp, who won a Fred Page Cup with Vernon, said the key was not to let the Vipers carry any momentum. “We felt like if we were good in the first half, we might be able to take ‘er over in the second half and
run them out of gas a little bit and I think that’s probably how it played out,” said Vandekamp. Aggressive forechecking and finishing checks, Vandekamp said, are ways to wear down opponents. “If anything, I think it’s just a matter of not making anything easy on them,” the coach said. Assistant coach Kevin Kraus said the Vipers were hoping to finish the road trip with a strong third period. “We had a decent first two periods for our fourth game in five nights, but we just collapsed in the third period,” said Kraus. “We looked tired, we were frustrated, we took some penalties and we folded our tent and got complacent which is something we will address.” Nanaimo took a 2-1 lead into the third period and then scored goals 10 seconds apart early in the frame. Vernon responded right away, making it 4-2, but the Clippers kept coming. Brendan Taylor (2), Anthony Rinaldi (1+2), Nick Guerra, Player of the Week Nicolas Carrier, Roulston, Cole Maier and Jacob Hanlon handled the Clipper attack. T.J. Dumonceaux, with his 12th of the year, and Riley Brandt, with his fifth, on a gorgeous roof daddy, responded for the Vipers. Vernon product Spencer Hewson pocketed three assists for Nanaimo, earning the Fortis Energy Player of the Game. Guillaume Decelles, whose .927 save percentage is the highest in the league, made 32 saves for his 20th win. He’s in his first year with Nanaimo after playing 42 games in the Quebec Major League over two seasons.
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A winning combination when the Vernon Lakers claimed back-to-back Centennial Cups 15 years ago, Eddie Johnstone and Keith Chase reunited in Bantam Rep hockey this fall. Throw in all-world trainer Craig (Chief) Carter and the threesome has a strong mix of coaching moxie which reached its peak Sunday as the Sun Valley Source For Sports Vipers won their home Tier 2 tournament at Civic Arena. Hustling winger Eric Noren returned from sick bay earlier in the tourney and supplied 2+1 as the Vipers grounded the Cowichan Valley Capitals 6-4 in a hard-hitting Sunday matinee final. The Vipers, who had been in one final and two semifinals at previous tournaments, prevailed with golden goaltending, stingy defence and balanced scoring. “I don’t remember coaching a team where I didn’t have one or two superstars to get most of the goals,” said Chase, head coach. “Our key to success is total team effort. We gotta work hard to get pucks out of our zone and work hard to get pucks in the zone and get pucks deep and try to create something off our forecheck and then get pucks to the net. “And when we do get it down there, try not to turn it over. We gotta work the corners and work it behind the net and draw our wingers down and get it to the point.” Chase, a bruising blueliner in his Junior A days with the Lakers, bought a pass to the Royal Bank Cup here last May and watched most of the games with Johnstone, who was host for the Yorkton Terriers. “I told Eddie I needed a nonparent to help me coach and he told me to call him back in two months. I’m pretty happy about Eddie helping me. He offers knowledge that I don’t have. “He’s fair, he’s positive and he just demands hard work.” Johnstone, 60, is a former NHL all-star winger who amassed 122 goals and 258 points with the New York Rangers and Detroit Red Wings. Carter, a former Vernon deputy
fire chief, ran the Special Olympics program in town for 18 years and says he will stay involved in minor hockey “as long as I’m above ground.” “Chief ’s been donating his time for about 20 years and his work ethic is unreal,” said Chase. “When the players see me in the summer, they don’t ask if I’m applying for the job, they ask: ‘Is Chief coming back?’ He does so much for the kids and they love and respect him a ton.” Drew Mackenzie gave Vernon the lead at 13:04 of the first period, from Kael Black. D-man Tyson Sampert made it 2-0 midway through the second on a solo effort. Cameron Lesergent replied for the Caps late in the second with captain Dylan Sedlacek answering 56 seconds later for Vernon, assisted by Damian Coljee-Fehr and call-up Nick Mitchell. The Sun Valley boys went in front 4-1 four minutes into the third on Noren’s first snipe, from Sedlacek and Mika Burns. Noren found the empty net with 6:11 remaining as the Caps pulled their netminder on a powerplay. Hunter Hieta and Shane Whitefield counted goals 15 seconds apart for Cowichan with just over five minutes left. Hieta pulled the Caps within one three minutes later, but roadrunner Joe Eggert added insurance for Vernon with 31 seconds to go, assisted by Noren and Dawson Chase. Tyler Sedlacek was solid in net, while call-up d-man Ethan Joe led the hit parade. Vernon produced 15 goals in three preliminary games, a seasonhigh. “We don’t get many pretty goals,” said Chase. “We were fortunate this weekend to get some pretty goals, but most of our goals are five men working hard and getting pucks to the net and getting rebounds.” The Vipers built up an early 4-0 lead and hung on to ice the West Kelowna Warriors 4-2 in the early Sunday morning semifinal. Coljee-Fehr, Burns, Mitchell and Sampert provided the goals in front of a stellar Brenden Forman.
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D-man Aiden Rysen and winger Burns each pocketed 2+1 as the Vipers upended the Abbotsford Hawks 6-2 in round-robin play Saturday night. Nick Cherkowski and Sampert collected singles. Jacob Sean Middlemiss-Degroot pulled the hat trick as Cowichan bounced the Kamloops Blazers 5-1 in the other semifinal. The Vernon Home Building Centre Vipers lost 6-3 and 4-2 in a home and home Midget Tier 1 series against the North Kamloops Lions. Gabe Turner opened the Vernon scoring less than a minute into Saturday’s LISA VANDERVELDE/MORNING STAR game at Memorial Arena when he stripped the puck from a defender and Joe Eggert of the Sun zoomed in on a breakaway. Valley Source for Sports Stephane Richard scored on a trick-shot when he bounced it off the goalVipers battles Chad ie’s back from behind the net. Braden Gilowski wrapped up the Vernon attack. Petrie of the Kamloops Visiting North Kamloops fired three goals in the opening period of Sunday Blazers in Bantam Rep night’s penalty-filled affair at Civic Arena. hockey tournament play The Vipers managed their goals in the third period with Cameron Hitch Saturday at Civic Arena. connecting, assisted by Zach Manton and Jason Shaigec. Just under a minute later, Richard converted from Logan Imrich and Michael Lenoury. The Vipers face the host Kelowna Fripps Warehouse Rockets Saturday for their final game before the Christmas break. Sherri
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First round of the battle between Okanagan Valley senior AA girls contenders goes to the Immaculata Mustangs of Kelowna. The No. 3-ranked Mustangs mauled the No. 5 VSS Panthers 73-51 Saturday night to claim the Vernon PIT Classic title. Immaculata drained a miracle trey at the buzzer to go up 11 at the half, while the Panthers recorded too many unforced turnovers in the second half to sustain a steady push to get back in the game. The Mustangs were paced by tourney MVP Emma Johnson, all-star Ashlyn Day and Top Defensive Player Jayden Penkala. Jordan Korol rang up 13 points for VSS, while Jordyn Cullum drained a dozen, Anna Rice produced 10 and Jessica Melvin added eight. Game star was Kristy Fugel. Rice won the tournament’s Most Unselfish Player hardware, while Melvin took the Panther Award. Cullum and Korol made the all-star team. “Immaculata was in mid-season form and have set a high standard if we want to compete for a valley championship,” said VSS head coach Lonny Mazurak. “Coach T (Dave Tetreault) and I are pleased with the progress we made this weekend but do know we have a long ways to go to compete with the top teams in B.C. at the AA level.” The Panthers earlier Saturday ambushed the George Elliot Coyotes of Lake Country 59-27 with Cullum registering 17 points and six rebounds. Melvin pocketed 13 points and nine rebounds. Rice was named game MVP. Immaculata iced the Sa-Hali Sabres of Kamloops 88-32 in their other Saturday game. The Fulton Maroons bounced George Elliot 75-44 and lost 69-64 to the NorKam Saints in Saturday round-robin play. Meanwhile, VSS dispatched Sa-Hali 71-49 in North Zone senior boys league play Saturday. “Size was the big difference as Ben Hladik and Spencer Shaw dominated inside against the smaller Sa-Hali team, scoring 24 and eight points respectively,” said Panther head coach Glenn Garvie. “The defence was outstanding with everyone on
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Jordyn Cullum of the VSS Panthers steps around Joella Koblischke of George Elliott in the VSS Senior Girls Basketball Tournament Saturday. the team getting significant playing time.” VSS was up by 18 after the first quarter and held the lead the entire game. VSS played the Kalamalka Lakers Tuesday night and are in the Kwantlen Park tournament in Surrey starting Thursday against the Dellview Raiders of Delta. The Cats tackle the Sullivan Heights Stars of Surrey later Thursday. The Fulton Maroons stuffed the St. Thomas More Knights of Burnaby 72-60 in the consolation final Saturday at the G.W. Graham Grizzlies senior boys invitational in Chilliwack.
Tye Kitzman collected 23 points and 14 rebounds for the Maroons, while Karanmeet Khatra supplied 20 points and boards and Darrien Broomfield bagged 10 points and 18 rebounds. Cory Ang received game MVP. Khatra was selected to the first all-star squad, while Kitzman, who missed one game due to Football B.C. action Friday, made the second team. “We got very strong tournaments from Noah Alleyne and Cory Ang,” said Fulton coach Dale Olson. “We finished third and are getting better every day.” The Maroons tangled with the Seaton Sonics in league play Tuesday night. The VSS Grade 8 girls won the Dr. Knox tournament in Kelowna by going 2-1 in the four-team, round-robin. VSS brushed back Dr. Knox 33-29 in the opener behind 10 points from game MVP Savana DeWitt. “Savana went hard to the hoop all game and had her strongest game of the year,” said Panther coach Mike Bertram. Kelsey Falk scored nine points and put up double-digit blocks, while Katie Peters added five points. Olivia Sawka and Ally Carter had strong two-way games. The Panther Cubs lost 42-28 to the Kettle Valley Railway Express of Penticton with Jessee Harman leading VSS with six points, Falk getting five and Jaide Vanderleest and Emilia Durfeld each adding four. “KVR put on a good full-court press and doubled our guards which made it difficult to get the ball up the court,” said Bertram. “Playing a top quality team like that will make us stronger for the second half of the year.” Falk was the player of the game. The Panthers finished by beating previously undefeated South Kam Titans 39-31. “The girls were down by 13 heading into the fourth quarter. They picked up the defence and put on a press which led to a 23-2 quarter.” Falk led all scorers with 10, all in the fourth quarter, while DeWitt chipped in with eight and Bree Vanderleest had six. Harman was player of the game. Brienna Condie and Sarah Crerar both played strong defence down the stretch.
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“Basically we just played a team game. All lines were firing,” said Roulston. “We’re short-staffed right now, so it was real important that everyone was going.” Vandekamp coached the Vipers for two years, guiding them to the 2003 Fred Page Cup with a sweep over the Chilliwack Chiefs. “I’ve been gone from there for a long time, but there’s still a personal connection to those people and the old jersey. It’s good memories for me,” he said. “So yeah, I think they’re always a little special, probably the ones back in their rink even more so.” Jarrod Schamerhorn gave up six goals before giving way to call-up Gunnar Neilsen in front of 1,100 fans. In Port Alberni, the Vipers grabbed a 2-0 lead on goals from Thomas Aldworth (his 21st) and another top-shelf beauty from Brandt, who celebrated his 18th birthday Friday, in a 5-3 win over the Bulldogs.
Chris Schutz, with his 17th, and Eric Margo, with his third, levelled the score late in the second period. Liam Coughlin netted his 12th to put the Snakes up by one with 46 seconds left in the period. Mitch Makin equalized, shorthanded, 6:34 into the third before Coughlin responded four minutes later, from Dumonceaux and Aldworth. Dumonceaux added an empty netter with three seconds to play, assisted by Coughlin and Aldworth. The Dawgs, who just lost second-leading scorer Evan Tironese for the season with a shoulder injury, outshot Vernon 37-24 before 958 fans at Weyerhaeuser Arena. “It was a good road win,” said Kraus. “They are a big, physical team and we tried to match them while also using our skill. It’s a pretty loud building.” SNAKE BITES: Winger Trevor Fidler suffered a concussion Friday night in
Powell River and is listed day-to-day... Former Vipers Connor and Kellen Jones made their season debuts Saturday night with the AHL Oklahoma City Barons, who clipped the Grand Rapids Griffins 3-2 at the Cox Convention Centre. The twin brothers were a combined minus2, with Connor registering three shots, and Kellen two. They battled a familiar foe in ex-Salmon Arm Siverback sniper Mark Zengerle...Former Viper Marcus Basara earned 1+1 as the Alaska Nanooks shut out the Alabama-Huntsville Chargers 4-0 in NCAA Division 1 play Saturday at the Carlson Center. Basara is second in team scoring with 8-7-15 in 18 games. Nanooks’ freshman Colton Sparrow, a Vernon minor hockey product and ex-Viper, has 1-3-4 in 14 games... Vernon’s Colton Thibault rang up 1+3 as the Silverbacks iced the host Merritt Centennials Saturday night. Thibault has 9-7-16 in his second season.
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Ice Breakers ramp up attack for Novice wins port of netminder Makenna Jackson, who earned her first win. The Breakers opened weekend play by bumping host Kelowna #2 10-3 Saturday at the Capital News Centre. Taylor Stewart picked up the win and Quiring fired 3+1, including the opening goal on a great feed from Allie Petty. Makenna Jackson (3+1), Francks (3) and Taylor Hewitt completed the offence. Rebekha Kempner chipped in with a helper. In other Novice play, the Vernon Strikers showed determination in earning a 7-4 win over the Kelowna Purple Minions Saturday. The Strikers controlled the early play and took the lead on goals from Lauren Cooke, Sydney Lewis and Aimee Skinner. Kelowna snuck in a PLACEMENT OF GARBAGE AND RECYCLE CONTAINERS few goals to go up 4-3 at the half. The Strikers peppered the Minion Residents are reminded to place their garbage goalie after the break and were rewardand recycling containers off the sidewalk and ed with goals by Lewis and Skinner. roadway, allowing the sidewalk and roadway Madison Edgar converted a pass from to be cleared of snow. Contractors will also be Caryss Hill before Alecia Hughes went reminded to keep the roads and sidewalks clear bottom corner, unassisted. of receptacles. The North Enderby Timber Junior PO Box 40, 3570 Bridge Street, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B0 A Adrenaline Rush lost for the first Tel: 250-546-3023 Fax: 250-546-3710 info@cityofarmstrong.bc.ca • www.cityofarmstrong.bc.ca time in a long time, bowing 3-1 to the Vernon Belles Raid on Sunday. With eight skaters, the Rush got Our caring staff would like an early goal from Alyssa Racine, you to know we offer: assisted by Emma Carter. The Belles replied before the break on a snipe by Free puppy and Katelyn Paulin. kitten exams Brenna Beck put the Raid ahead Competitive prices with 2:14 to play, and Dayce Knopf pocketed the winner a minute later. In home vaccinations Garrett Adams was in net for the and exams available Rush. New clients always welcome In Petite play, the Vernon Voltage
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Vernon North Enderby Timber Junior A Adrenaline Rush forwards Alex Drury (10) and Shelby Connors (right) battle for the ring against Vernon Belles Raid defender Jocelyn Jones during Thompson Okanagan Ringette League play Sunday morning at the Priest Valley Arena. lost a 9-8 heartbreaker to the Kelowna Chiefs Sunday morning at the Capital News Centre. Kelowna’s Talia Rossau scored on a brilliant solo effort with only 21 seconds left in a game which saw the lead change several times. Vernon was backed by the stellar goaltending of Katrina Winstanley. The Bolts were led by Shaila Austin’s two goals and strong two-way play. Hannah McMorran also added a deuce, with singles from Sierra Lochhead, Tristan Dewitt and Chayse Krause. Novice call-up Kristen Francks, making her Petite debut, also scored once.
The Vernon Ice Bunnies built an early lead to take the third matchup with Kelowna 11-2 Saturday at the Capital News Centre. Once again, Vernon’s first-period scoring was led by Rhys Leibel with her third hat trick of the season, plus an assist. Adding two more opening-period snipes was Danika Vienneau. The goal-fest continued as Theryn Petty snuck one past the Kelowna keeper for her first of the season before assisting on Leibel’s second tally. Devyn Hildebrand and Lucia Manton rounded out the attack before the intermission. Natasha Vienneau finished the scoring with a hatty in the second frame.
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The North Okanagan Knights racked up a season-high 39 shots Sunday afternoon at the Nor-Val Sports Centre. A good number, but they could only muster one goal and lost 3-1 to the Princeton Posse in Kootenay International Junior Hockey League play before 100 fans. The Knights went in front 12 minutes in when Zack Andrusiak registered his eighth goal of the season, assisted by Jordan Passmore and Kelsey Byrne. Craig Thompson levelled the score three minutes later with his first of the season. Princeton went ahead with six minutes left in the second frame on Thomas Cankovic’s fifth of the year. Cankovic, a 17-year-old rookie from Whistler, added insurance midway through the third.
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A pair of Kamloops rinks grabbed qualifying spots for the Canadian Direct Insurance B.C. Men’s Curling Championships at a regional playdown last weekend at the Vernon Curling Club. Skips Scott DeCap and Darren Nelson won the A and B Brackets, respectively, in the six-team doubleknockout spiel, which featured a trio of Vernon rinks. The Vernon club will host provincials, Feb. 3-8. Vernon’s Kevin Geistlinger, supported by TJ Perepolkin, Andrew Mercer and Darrell (Heavy D) Houston bowed 6-4 to DeCap in the A Final, and 7-1 to Nelson in the B Final. Vernon foursomes Darren Heath (Aron Herrick,
Sean Worth, Jamie Austin and alternate Marc Fillion) and Brian Essington (Lee Ranger, John Slattery, Rick Raber and alternate Dave Pogmoeller) went winless on the weekend. As defending champion, Vernon’s Jim Cotter has an automatic bye into provincials. Other teams qualifying for B.C. championships in Vernon include: Neil Dangerfield and Chris Baier, both of Victoria, Duncan’s Jason Montgomery, Sean Geall and Ken McArdle, both of New Westminster, Maple Ridge’s Grant Dezura, Vancouver’s Stephen Schneider and Kimberley’s Tom Buchy. There will be an open zone wildcard tournament, Jan. 9-11, at the Peace Arch Curling Club in White Rock, for the four remaining B.C. qualifiers.
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Mary Angela (Oresky) Cunneyworth August 16, 1930 – December 4, 2014
Mary passed away peacefully in Vernon, BC, age 84. She was born in Toronto at the beginning of the Great Depression, the second child of Slovak immigrants, George and Mary Oresky. In 1943 Mary found herself on a farm in Rockwood, Ontario, keeping house, cooking and minding her younger brother. t the age of 1Ϯ, she plowed a Įeld behind a Clydesdale named Barney. Life on the farm was hard, but there were good Ɵmes too. She enũoyed riding draŌ horses and harnessing them for drives to help her father in the Įelds. Mary returned to Toronto at 17 and soon reconnected with her childhood sweetheart Ron. They were married in 1948. Ōer living in test Toronto unƟl 197Ϭ, the family moved to Caledon ast, ũust far enough beyond the suburbs for a more sedate country feeling. Ōer a maũor stroke and impressive recovery, Mary volunteered to work with stroke paƟents at St. :ohn͛s Rehab ,ospital in Toronto. s a volunteer with the Weel ssociaƟon for ,andicapped dults, she organinjed group tours at toodbine racetrack, including photo sessions in the winner͛s circle, blending her love of horses with her passion for helping people. In ϮϬϬ7, Mary leŌ Ontario for her nedžt phase of life, in the mountains of BriƟsh Columbia. &or her last seven years she was happy to call Cherryville and Coldstream her home. On her 80th birthday she got on a horse again, thrilled one more Ɵme, ũust to relive a fond memory. Mary loved to tell how she and her best friend, Marie McCaig, saw Elvis Presley close up front and centre at Maple Leaf Gardens in 1957. She was a devoted Elvis fan for the rest of her life and celebrated her last three birthdays with live Elvis shows at Coldstream Meadows. A devoted and loving mother, many people outside the family called her ͞Mom͟. In her Įnal few days, she was told she was the best mother in the world. ,er reply͗ ͞,ah͊ I can do beƩer than that͟.
Florence Betty Menzies (nee Nodwell)
1915 - 2014
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Arie Haak 1934 - 2014
Arie was born in Papendrecht, Netherlands. He immigrated to Canada in 1956 at the age of 22, travelling by ship, then by train from Halifax to Red Deer, AB. It was here while working as a cook at Deerhome InsƟtute that he met his wife Arline; they married in April 1960. The Įrst of four children arrived in 1962 and Arie took the family to Holland to meet his relaƟves; the Įrst of many trips he enũoyed back home. Three more children in the next few years completed his family. Arie and Arline came to BC aŌer visiƟng friends and fell in love with the area, moving his family to the Okanagan Valley in 1968, eventually seƩling in Armstrong. Arie had a very strong work ethic and purchased his Įrst truck, starƟng out as Arie Haak RooĮng. Through hard work and perseverance, he established Armstrong RooĮng. Arie was a member of the Kinsmen, Legion, and IOO&. He enũoyed family, friends, travelling, and the outdoors. He is lovingly remembered by his wife Arline; sons: Kerry ;Pam), Trevor ;Denise); daughter: &aith; daughter-in-law: Donna ;Bob); grandchildren: Andrew, Angela, Christopher (Katey), Ryan (Abbie), Orry, Skylar, Riley, DusƟn (ChrisƟne), Kara (CurƟs); siblings: Teunis, Truus, Dien (Leen), Huib (GrĠ), Kees (Ria); numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family. He is predeceased by his son Mark; parents: Teunis and Antũe; brother-in-law: Wim Bil; and sister-in-law: Janny Haak.
Mary is survived by her sons tayne Edgar and Robert George ;Connie Mitchell), her grandchildren Amanda Rae and Amber-Lea Cunneyworth, and Samantha and Stephanie Schueler, her brother :ohn Oresky, a loving edžtended family and many friends, near and far, all rich in treasured memories. Mary was pre-deceased by her beloved husband Ronald ,enry Victor Cunneyworth, her middle son Allan Ronald ;:anet ,oward) and her older brother George.
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Our hearƞelt graƟtude goes out to the staī of Coldstream Meadows, Vernon :ubilee ,ospital and ,ospice ,ouse of Vernon for all their wonderful support and kindness. A private memorial will be planned for nedžt summer. Mary would be honoured by any donaƟons made to local ,ospice socieƟes, ,eart and Stroke &oundaƟon or any charity of your choice.
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A CelebraƟon of Life Tea will be held for Arie at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 18, 2014 at St. Joseph͛s Church Hall (3335 PaƩerson Street, Armstrong). In lieu of Ňowers, those wishing to do so may make a memorial donaƟon in Arie͛s name to the Parkinson Society of BriƟsh Columbia (600 ʹ 890 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1J9). Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.MyAlternaƟves.ca
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CremaƟon arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866
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Siemens, Scott
1912 - 2014
Gone December 3 but never forgoƩen. Rest in Peace Mom
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ScoƩ was born April 13 1963 in Westminster California and moved to BC when he was ũust 10 days old. ScoƩ grew up in Vernon and Edmonton. ScoƩ leaves to mourn: His Wife Tanis and Daughter Savannah (pets: Norco, Kona, Bella) Father Lorne (Karen) Siemens, Mother: Faye (Philip) Jones, Sister: Kathie (Vaughn) Peoples, (Nephews: Jordan, Nathan, Liam) Step Brothers: Graham (Katherine) Jones and Russell Jones. Inlaws: Fraser and Genniene Sutherland. Aunty Val, Aunty Paƫ close cousin Jeremy Siemens, several other family and Best Friend of 43 years, Bob Woodman. Plus the MANz many friends ScoƩ touched in his personal and professional life. ScoƩ was a very passionate skier and dedicated his life to racing and teaching skiers, staī, and College students about the sport and the Ski Industry. He was successful as a manager in the ski resort industry, managing and building ski resorts so others could share his dream. He was also very successful in the resort real estate world sharing his passion and dreams with buyers from all over the world. ScoƩ͛s natural athleƟc ability and compeƟƟve nature was also shared with others in many other sports including hockey, football, waterskiing, triathlons, mountain biking and virtually any type of human powered water craŌ. He even strapped on the ͨskinny skisͩ and snowboard, as anything on snow came natural to him.
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ScoƩ, with friends Bob and Kim paddled year round rain, shine or snow on Okanagan Lake training for paddling compeƟƟons across BC and USA. ScoƩ and Bob were ranked the η1 40 and over team at the Catalina US Championships prior to ScoƩ͛s diagnosis and ScoƩ was one of the top paddlers in Western Canada.
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ScoƩ studied Ski Area Management program at Humber College in Toronto and started his ski industry career at Poley Mountain in Sussex New Brunswick during a Ɵme of building. The ski area added night skiing, new snowmaking and a new chairliŌ during his Ɵme there. He then moved to Edmonton and became the youngest Ski Area General Manager in western Canada at the Edmonton Ski Club. In 1990- 96 ScoƩ spent six hardworking years in Terrace building Shames Mountain Ski Area from the ground up. At Ɵmes he was wriƟng pay cheƋues out of his own bank account in order to make payroll for his staī, not something many people would do. It was in Terrace where Scott met his soulmate Tanis Sutherland, they connected right away as they shared an entrepreneurial spirit Įrst opening a gym in Terrace then working together on many other ventures. 1996 ScoƩ ũoined Selkirk College InstrucƟng in the Ski Resort OperaƟons and Management program. His natural teaching and leadership skills insƟlled a passion for the snow sports industry to hundreds of students over the eight years of InstrucƟng at Selkirk College.
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ScoƩ and Tanis moved back to Vernon in 2004 where ScoƩ entered the recreaƟonal real estate world, which was moving toward it͛s peak in the Okanagan. He was successful in selling new development properƟes and homes at Silver Star, Big White, Predator Ridge, Veranda Beach, La Casa and most recently residenƟal home sales in Vernon at the Seasons and Adventure Bay.
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ScoƩ, Tanis and their daughter Savannah were the best hosts whether at Margaritaville by the lake or at their home on Silver Star.
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Florence Mary McDonald Proud former resident of Vernon. She and her husband Walter were the original owners of the FM Shop on 30th Ave. Passed Away Thirty Years Ago on December 17, 1984
Mom, Thank you for taking me into your heart and into your home and loving me. Thank you for my life. Know that you are still loved and you are still missed.
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Paddling was a passion ScoƩ came upon later in life and he embraced it eƋually to his love of skiing.
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A celebraƟon of ScoƩ͛s life was held at Silver Star on December 14th.
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The loneliness without you, The ache deep in our hearts; We’ve nothing left but memories, With them we’ll never part.
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For the past two years ScoƩ has been baƩling cancer. This indiscriminate disease took one of the healthiest and Įt people known to his family and friends. ScoƩ and Tanis researched deeply and took on the Įght to survive with everything they could muster. It was a long, and many Ɵmes, painful ũourney that is over now.
April 18, 1917 - Dec. 8, 2014
The family would like to thank all the devoted caregivers who helped Anne in her last years: The staīs at Canterbury Court, Westridge, Carrington Place and Įnally and especially, Noric House. Thank you also to those who nursed her in Vernon Jubilee Hospital and the paramedics who aƩended her. Special appreciaƟon to Anita, Bonnie and Cindy for their kind and steadfast aƩenƟon to Anne. Thank you to Dr. Spiller and Įnally, Dr. Lepage who was Mom’s champion and always had her best interests in his heart.
Apr. 24, 1933 - Dec. 17, 2004
Passed away peacefully Tuesday evening December 9th, 2014 with Tanis and Savannah at his side in their mountain home at Silver Star Resort. He was 51.
Anne Fozard
Our Beloved mother and grandmother passed away in Noric House on Monday, December 8, 2014. Anne was 97 years of age and unƟl Ƌuite recently was acƟvely interested in life. She was predeceased by her enƟre family of origin and her adored and devoted husband Gilbert in 1976. Anne is survived by her loving children; Elaine (John) Barling of Vernon, BC, Allan (Janice) Fozard of Whitehorse, Yukon and grandchildren Alan (Michaeline) Kiraly, Ardeth (Hollis) Erikson, Andrew (Michelle) Kiraly, Christopher, Andrea and Sally Fozard and Danica Jeīery. She will be greatly missed by her great-grandchildren, Oskar, Lene, Anders, Evy and Janssen Erikson and Ukiah and Miles Kiraly. Anne will be remembered with love and aīecƟon for her caring support and generosity to others and her passionate love and dedicaƟon to her family.
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We, the family of Jim Trainor, thank all who expressed their condolences with their cards and notes. The hugs and kind words gave us strength. We felt the love and support of the many attending Jim’s service. We are grate ful to all Jim’s caregivers both at Vernon Jubil ee Hospital and Pleasant Valley Manor. A hear tfelt thanks to Dr. Gilhooly. Jim was always there for family and friends while being true to himself. We were blessed to have Jim in our lives; we will treasure his memory alwa ys. Charlotte and family.
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Enjoy Your New Job as a Transit Operator We are part of First Group, the largest ground passenger company in the world, with 117,000 employees transporting 2.5 billion people per year. Successful candidates will have a Class 2 driver’s licence with air brake endorsement and a demonstrated record of safe and responsible driving over the past 5 years. Candidates must be willing to work a variety of shifts and days as a casual Operator to start. A good knowledge of the Regional District of North Okanagan would be an asset. To apply, please e-mail: vernontransit@firstgroup.com. You can also mail or drop off your resume and a copy of your driver’s abstract at: First Canada, 2400 43 Street, Vernon, BC V1T 6W8
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LEGAL ADVOCATE – FULL-TIME We are looking for an experienced Legal Advocate. The duties of this position include: providing legal information and advocacy to clients in the area of income assistance, employment insurance, residential tenancy and disability benefits; ability to interpret legislation and policy in the areas related to poverty law, income assistance and residential tenancy; preparing written submissions on behalf of clients; representing clients at hearings and tribunals; providing workshops to clients and other community service providers; establishing and maintaining professional working relationships with other community service providers; establishing and maintaining a records management system and preparing accurate statistical reports for the funder. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or a paralegal diploma and two years of recent experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate will have excellent written communication skills, be highly organized, able to learn quickly, have a positive and non-judgemental attitude towards people in poverty, and be able to work independently in a high-paced environment.
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Purple Springs Nursery HIRING 4516 Hullcar Rd, Armstrong, B.C.
Applicants should be able to start March of 2015. Job is seasonal Mar to Oct. Starting Wage is $10.49 per hour. General hours of work are Mon-Fri 7:00 – 4:30 PM (some Sat and overtime may be required). Position is for general labourer- planting, pruning, weeding and loading. Applicant must be physically fit and able to work outside in all weather conditions. No experience necessary, but an asset. Fax 250-546-9155 Email hm@psnursery.com Vernon Veterinary Clinic is looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team. We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated team player who possesses great organizational and interpersonal skills. Excellent people and phone skills are a must. We are a fast paced modern, four doctor practice with digital x-ray, inhouse diagnostic equipment and a warm and inviting crew. Please send resumes to vernonvets@shaw.ca or fax: 250-542-1772 Attention: Annette (Office Manager)
This is a union position and will be paid in accordance with the BCGEU wage grid. Please apply with resume and cover letter to Brooke McLardy, Programs Director, at brooke.mclardy@vwts.ca by January 2, 2015. For the full job posting and list of qualifications please visit http://vwts.ca
ROGERS FOODS LTD. FLOUR & CEREALS
WAREHOUSEMAN 1
An equal opportunity employer that values diversity.
We are currently accepting applications for full-time positions as Warehouseman 1 at our Armstrong Division facility. The Warehouseman 1 must learn all aspects of the warehouse operation and perform these duties in a manner that meets the demands of our customers and abides by the policies and procedures set forth by the company and government regulators. We offer: • Full-time work (minimum 40 hrs/wk) • $17.80 to $20.80 plus applicable shift premium • Company-sponsored benefits (after probation) • Industry-specific job training
Discover the countless opportunities available to you at KPMG. Our Vernon office currently has the following opportunity available: Accounting Technician / Bookkeeper
The successful candidate carry out a variety of tax and assurance duties, including:
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• Lift truck/Fork lift license with a proven ability to operate lift trucks, tractor-trailer units and other Company vehicles in a safe manner.
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• Hold, or be working toward, a valid BC Class I Driver’s License with Air Endorsement.
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Hairstylists Chair for rent at Shear Dimensions Hair Design 250308-7198
Floor Refinishing/ Installations Flooring installations. 20 yrs experience. Okanagan Valley 778-215-rugs (7847)
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Feed & Hay HAY for Sale. Cow, Horse Dairy Hay all in 3x4x8 bales. All prices are delivery included. Most hay has been shedded if not Tarped. Call Cale @403-635-0104 or email cale@hubkahay.com
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Pets BICHON/ HAVANESE X puppies,males, vet checked, 1st set of shots, delivery available. (250)804-6848.Ready to go Dec 14th. Shampooches Pet Grooming 4311 25th Ave, Vernon. Call for information 250-275-1385
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Quality Firearms Buy & Sell. Weber & Markin Gunsmiths The Best Little Gunshop Around 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tue-Sat 10-6 facebook.com/WeberMarkin
Furniture Emporium WANTED: Good used Medical equipment, walkers, power lift chairs, scooters and other items. Phone 250-545-0240
Canadian silver coin bags, containing 3 ounces of pure silver, silver maple leaves, American Eagles, 1 ounce rounds, & bars, stunning larger nuggets, Simon’s Coins, 2906 32 St 250-308-1522, debit, visa, mc, Mon - Sat 10-5
WOODSPLITTER used. Wanted in good condition Gas or Electric. (778)475-0902
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Firewood/Fuel Firewood for sale, cut to length, split & delivered $150/ cord. 1-250-547-6533 lv msg.
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BUY-SELL-CONSIGN Furniture, Tools, Appliances Antiques & Collectables, Vehicles
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Medical Supplies Wheelchair 2 yr old, can fold for transport, Paid $2500 asking $1400 obo 778-474-5458
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1,001 gifts for Christmas; Canadian, US & World coins, Royal Canadian mint commemorative coin sets, ancient Greek & Roman coins, Highly collectable Bank notes, including the 1954 devil’s series, Simon’s Coins, 2906 32 St, debit, visa, mc, Mon - Sat 10-5 6’-10’ Christmas Trees, U cut $25, 5 min from Butcher Boys, deliver for $10 250-542-8670 Bergmann Piano, like new. Ideal for Christmas sing alongs. (250)545-6251 Just in time for Christmas, we have acquired a small amount of genuine, signed, Inuit art jewelry, Simon’s Coins 2906 32 St 250-308-1522, debit, visa, mc, Mon - Sat 10-5
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AUCTION
s Dodd Dodd s WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17 • 6:00 P.M. Jewellery, Coins & Collectables Large Selection of High Quality Jewellery Including Gold & Diamond Rings, Earrings, Pendants, Necklaces, Silver, & More Silver Coins, Bills, Sterling Silver & More.
FURNITURE, APPLIANCES & MISC: Beautiful 5pc Dark Wood Bedroom Suite, Dining Table with 6 Chairs & Matching China Cabinet, 3pc Love Seat & Chair Set, Large 9x12 Wool Area Carpet, Oak Antique Sideboard, Double Mattress Sets, Maple Corner Cabinet, Lamps, Coffee & End Tables, Recliners, Tall Patio Table & Stools, Hide-a-bed, Upholstered Chairs, Wall Ent Unit, Vanity Sink, Dinette Table & Chair Set, Fridges, Stoves, Washer & Dryers, Microwaves, Vacuums, TV’s, Stereo’s, Wheel Chair, File Cabinets, Chairs, Bunk Bed Frames, Prints, Christmas Decorations, Wheel Chair & More. Roy’s Hardwood, Penticton Large Selection of New Hardwood Flooring, Laminate, Sanding Belts & Drums, Underlay, Tile, Saw Blades & More
TOOLS & MISC: Bandsaw, Table Saw, Sliding Compound Miter Saw, Compressor, Air Tools, Tool Boxes, Pressure Washer, Heaters, Saws All, Elec Hand Tools, Snap On Torque Wrench, Cordless Tools, Tires, Welder’s, Elec Chain Saw, Weed Eaters, Mechanic Cart, 60 Amp Battery Charger, Socket Sets & Wrench Sets, Fire Ext, Glass Shower Stall, Light Fixtures, BBQ, Toilet, Security Bars, Roof Top Pod, Scale, Exercise Gym & More. 2 Black Bear Rugs, Cougar Rug, Mule Deer Head Mount
www.doddsauction.com Viewing all day Wednesday at 3311-28th Avenue in Vernon Open for consignments: Mon - Fri 8:30 to 5:00 • Sat ‘til noon
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Moving sale. North West Coast mask, collectables, totem, misc. furniture. 250-260-3196 or 250-307-1066. Sims, large youth-20 ski pants. $20 Burton X-largeyouth, 14-16. $50. Ride-youth small 11/12, pants and jacket, red. Worn 3 times. Paid $250. Asking $100.250-308-7671. STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
Sporting Goods York 4180 Universal Compact Home Gym $150, Heilsa 2 person Infrared Sauna, like new $575 250-260-7019
Real Estate BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME in the family-centered friendly community of Lumby, BC. 2.5 - 3 ACRE lots, 12 lot subdivision with wells in, power to property & driveways to build sites on private, paved road. Beautiful views, starting at $139,900. Call (250)317-2807.
Mobile Homes & Parks 3 bdrm mobile, all drywalled interior, near bus, lake, soccer fields. $70,000. 250-540-0227.
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Treadmill like new, 69”l x 50”h x 28”w, $350 250-503-0671 Treadmill Tempo 620T, excellent condition. $300 obo Call 250-545-5217 WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240 WANTED: Will buy your used CHRISTMAS LIGHTS! Pls call (250)241-7381
Misc. Wanted A Collector wants to buy your silver coins, Ingots, collectors coins, old money, o ld stone carvings, sculptures. Todd, 250-864-3521 Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-863-3082. Local. PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670
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Heat, Hydro, Hot Water plus F/S, W/D, DW & Air all included. NO SMOKING, NO PETS. On-site Resident Manager Quiet, safe building. 4900 Okanagan Avenue
250-542-1701 BRENTWOOD APARTMENTS
1 & 2 Bedroom
… available in quiet Senior-oriented building. Large deck, air conditioning, laundry facilities on each floor. Heat included. Close to bus stop, Schubert Centre and downtown. N/P, N/S. To view, call
Wanted: Kash for copper/ brass- radiators, wire, plumbing. Also clean up yards/metal haul away. 250-546-3556
250-545-0962 or 250-503-7977
Wanted: Large live animal trap required to trap racoon. PLEASE CALL (250)832-3321
1&2 bdrm, 50+ down town, f/s, avail now, no pets $600-$800. 250-260-8454
2014
1 BDRM LOFT
Close to town, ideal bachelor, F.S., gas FP. $700/mo. includes all utilities. Available January 1. Sorry NS, NP.
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STEEL BUILDINGS. “Really big sale!” All steel building models and sizes. Plus extra savings. Buy now and we will store until spring. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 or visit www.pioneersteel.ca
$180 & up for any vehicle delivered to my yard. We also buy: rads, batteries, converters, alternators, copper, starters, aluminum & electric motors. For all scrap inquires call 250-351-9666
VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 - 35th Street, Vernon
2 bdrm., 2 bath, level entry, nice view to lake, F.S., DW, adult oriented, new paint, new carpets. $750/mo. Available immediately. Sorry NS, NP.
ANTIQUE MANSION
2 bdrm., main floor, close to town, antique woodwork & wood floors, gas stove, F.S., W.D., ideal for couple. $1,050/mo. Includes all utilities. Available immediately. Sorry NS, NP.
250-542-5580 1bdrm East Hill, & 1 Bachelor suite, Lakeview Manor, hardwood floors, n/p, n/s, onsite laundry. 250-260-5870 2 bdrm apt in older bldg, downtown location, clean & bright, f/s, heat & hot water incl., no pets, no smoking. $750.250-308-8500. Arlington Apartments 2 bedroom SENIOR’S Century Manor Apts 1 bedroom SENIOR’S No Smoking No Pets Close to Schubert Very Clean & Well Maintained 250-275-8066 Brand New 2bdrm suite, East Hill, 6 apps, n/s, n/p, $1,000$1200/mo + util. 250-540-3125 HILLSIDE TERRACE 39th Ave, adult oriented, clean & well maintained; 1 bedroom, 1bedroom + den, N/S, N/P. $690 & up. 250-545-5773 Rickford Manor 2bdrm suites available to mature renters. Cat friendly. Non smoking building close to downtown $850.00 & up. Ask about the move in incentives. 250-549-5254 Spacious, 1-bdrm, 1-bath, 40+ suite, kitchen & living room, quiet area behind Village Green Hotel $750/mo, Avail now, no partiers, Ref Req, call 250-549-4467
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Brookside Garden Rentals Family Oriented Complex
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Submit the complete order form along with a clear photo to be received by Monday, Dec. 15th at 4pm Mail or drop off to 4407 - 25th Ave. V1T 1P5 or email to classifieds@vernonmorningstar.com
OK LANDING
Light industrial space across from Central Hardware. Small manufacturing or dance studio or classroom, 1758 sq. ft., level entry. $1,100/mo. includes triple net. Available January 1.
CENTRAL LOCATION
2nd floor with elevator, good location & views. Newer, neat & clean, divided into offices, 1200 sq. ft., own washroom, parking for staff & customers. $1,000/mo. plus triple net. Available January 1. No smoking.
250-542-5580 NEAR HOME BUILDING CENTRE - overhead doors - 1440’ - $1060 per month Call Ray at 250 549-0198
Rooms for Rent Bdrm for rent & run of home. $500/mo. No smoking/parties pets or drugs. (250)545-6251
Shared Accommodation 1bdrm, D.T. $475 incl.util. furniture, cable. N/P, N/S. 250-549-0644
Suites, Upper 2bdrm, Armstrong, f/s, w/d, n/s, n/p, ref’s & Deposit req’d. $850. Avail Dec 1 250-3069909, 250-546-3383
Commercial Office Space For Rent
Downtown on 32nd Avenue (beside KISS FM) - 2nd Floor of Building Many different sizes to choose from
Call Dawn for details - RE/MAX Vernon 250-309-4092 690 McCurdy Rd. Kel. 2400 sq’, 3ph, secure comp., approved food process, office/ warehouse/preproom. Rick, 250-770-0903 GREAT 640 sq ft Commercial Unit for Lease in Enderby. Geothermal heating, 220 wiring, Two overhead doors (8x10, and 12x10). Call Shelley Kiefiuk, Delaney Properties Ltd 250-309-9334
Duplex / 4 Plex A comfortable place is ready for you now: Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath semi-detached home in quiet family neighborhood. Close to schools, parks & shopping. Mahogany floors, Italian tiled kitchen w/wet island, all soft-close cabinets. Glass-top stove, built-in microwave, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher. Spacious laundry/crafts room w/ washer/dryer. Large walk-in closets + extra storage. Central air, central vacuum. Privacy fenced front yard, deck w/nice view of sunsets. Parking for two cars. A special price 1450+utils 250540-3067 Pics: http://2n2r.tk
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In our Sunday, Dec. 28th edition of The Morning Star we will celebrate the babies born in 2014.
VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 - 35th Street, Vernon
4bdrm in Armstrong, just reno’d, w/d, f/s, d/w, 1.5ba, playroom, mudroom/office/spare room, utility room, covered patio area, garage, garden shed, central air, paved driveways/rv parking, fenced yard at rear, natural gas heat & hot water, walking distance to DT & schools, n/s, n/p. $1350/mo +util. Credit check & R.R. 250550-6446 between 6-9pm.
Three bedroom, 1.5 baths, full basement, near hospital and downtown area. Very close to bus routes and short walk to “Wholesale Club”. Serious inquires call …
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4bdrm, 3 bath older house in Enderby, avail Jan 1, $1100. /mo. 1 (250)838-6630
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Beautiful Suite Available. Rent includes, all meals, utilities, housekeeping and activities. www.victorianvernon.com
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Transportation
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Trucks & Vans
Escorts
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2003 Dodge Ram, 1 ton, 6 cyl, 1 owner. 4 door, Asking $10,000.obo 250-503-5566
MALE 4 Male Erotic Massage $95., Winfield, 9-9 Daily 250-766-2048
Red Hot Scarlett, dynamite massage & more. Petite, special winter rate. 250-309-9368
2005 GMC 2500 HD 4x4 6.0 auto, extra cab, 169K exc cond. $8900. 250-938-4701
*NiKKi* 38DDD, Seductive Beauty. Prefer text (250)-308-2623.
Vernon’s Best Escorts. In/out, Beautiful attendants. Hiring. 250-307-8174
2007 White Dodge Laramie 3/4 ton 4x4 Cummins Diesel 180K, 4-dr, 2 yr or 40K warranty on New Transmission, 4 inch lift, new tires & brakes, etc. $27,000. very nice truck 250-558-8626
Career Opportunities
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6 tires and rims, 875/16.5 on dually rims Dodge or Ford. Like new. 250-306-1638 RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINES 2 Year, 60,000 km, Warranty. 250-542-2685. WRECKING GM FWD CARS, All parts on shelf. Since 1994. Armstrong. 250-546-9055. www.anchorusedautoparts.net
Cars - Sports & Imports 1997 Honda Civic, 4 cyl, 5-spd, good cond in & out, no rust. $1750. (250)308-2225
Revelstoke - Requisition # 36346 Kamloops - Requisition # 36347
2001 Suzuki Esteem, 4 cyl, auto, good cond, no rust. $2200. (250)308-2225
Tired of the same old thing? At CP you can be part of something historic. You have a chance to make a difference, to see Canada, and build a future.
Scrap Car Removal #11AAA Automotive recycling will meet or beat all competitors cash offers for your scrap vehicles. (250)808-1894
CP is one of Canada’s most iconic companies. We move the goods that keep the world turning, and we’re on our way to doing it better than anyone else. To get there, CP is looking for some adaptable, hard-working, safety-conscious, and results-driven people to join our force of conductors.
#1AA Auto Recycler’s. Scrap Cars/Metal. Will pay for some cars. Scott 1-250-558-8855 *1AA Scrap Removal. We will beat all competitors pricing, 250-801-4199
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Utility Trailers 10,000lb Reese Trailer Hitch. Equalizer & adjustable height. Fits 2” reciever 2 & 5/16” ball. Like new $375 250-541-0497
You don’t need: Railroading experience Connections You do need: Great attitude Willingness to learn To work in and around Revelstoke/ Kamloops Competition closes on December 31, 2014 For additional information on Canadian Pacific and this career opportunity, visit us online at www.cpr.ca.
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News Community Corner
4 OUT OF 5 PEOPLE WITH DIABETES DIE OF HEART DISEASE.
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Nancy Roman (back left), Sly Keyes, Elspeth Manning, Ruby Edwards and Amy Vaughan, of the Horsey Ladies Banquet and Auction, donate $4,300 to both Kathy Woodward, of the SPCA, and Wendy Elrick, of Vernon Women’s Transition House Society’s Healing through Horses equine-assisted therapy program.
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Andrew and Marlene Stevenson (left), Kara Cunningham and Justin Stevenson, of Stevenson Mechanical, donate bins of food to David MacBain of the Salvation Army food bank. The food was raised through a furnace service promotion.
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Wendy Isles, with Vernon Girl Guides of Canada, receives $1,500 from Ken Jantz (left) and Vic Grill, with the Fraternal Order of Eagles. www.hcbc.ca
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Wise customers read the fine print: *, •, ★, ≥, ‡, †, §, ≈ The Be Your Own Santa Holiday Sales Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating dealers on or after December 2, 2014. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. All pricing includes freight ($1,695) and excludes licence, insurance, registration, any dealer administration fees, other dealer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Dealer may sell for less. *Consumer Cash Discounts are offered on select new 2014/2015 vehicles and are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. •$500 Holiday Bonus Cash is available on select new 2015 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Fiat or Ram models at participating dealers from December 2-31, 2014 only. Excludes 2015 Jeep Patriot/2015 Dodge Grand Caravan Canada Value Package/2015 Dodge Journey Canada Value Package. Bonus Cash will be deducted from the negotiated purchase/lease price after taxes. See dealer for complete details and exclusions. ★The Make No Payments for 90 Days is a limited time offer which applies to retail customers who finance a new 2014/2015 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram or FIAT vehicle (except 2014 Dodge Avenger SE and 2014/2015 Dodge Viper) at a special fixed rate on approved credit through Royal Bank of Canada, TD Auto Finance or Scotiabank. Offer does not apply to Scotiabank special rate financing contracts longer than 90 months. Monthly/bi-weekly/weekly payments will be deferred for 60 days and contracts will be extended accordingly. Interest charges will not accrue during the first 60 days of the contract. Customers will be responsible for any required down payment, license, registration and insurance costs at time of contract. Some conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. ≥3.49% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on the new 2015 Jeep Cherokee FWD through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Example: 2015 Jeep Cherokee Sport FWD with a Purchase Price of $23,498 financed at 3.49% over 96 months with $0 down payment equals 416 weekly payments of $65 with a cost of borrowing of $3,441 and a total obligation of $26,939. ‡3.99% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on the new 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo/2015 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4x4 models to qualified customers on approved credit through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Examples: 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo/2015 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4x4 with a Purchase Price of $38,498/$20,498 (including applicable Consumer Cash Discounts) financed at 3.99% over 96 months with $0 down payment equals 416 weekly payments of $108/$58 with a cost of borrowing of $6,485/$3,453 and a total obligation of $44,983/$23,951. †0.0% purchase financing for 36 months available on the 2015 Jeep Cherokee models through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Example: 2015 Jeep Cherokee with a Purchase Price of $23,498, with a $0 down payment, financed at 0.0% for 36 months equals 156 weekly payments of $150; cost of borrowing of $0 and a total obligation of $23,498. §Starting from prices for vehicles shown include Consumer Cash Discounts and do not include upgrades (e.g. paint). Upgrades available for additional cost. ≈Sub-prime financing available on approved credit. Financing example: 2015 Jeep Cherokee Sport with a purchase price of $23,498 financed at 4.99% over 60 months, equals 260 weekly payments of $90 for a total obligation of $26,939. Some conditions apply. Down payment is required. See your dealer for complete details. √Based on 2014 Ward’s Small Sport Utility segmentation. »Jeep Grand Cherokee has received more awards over its lifetime than any other SUV. TMThe SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc. ®Jeep is a registered trademark of Chrysler Group LLC.
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The residents of Canterbury Court donate $1,500 to Ruth Edwards (front left), of the North Okanagan Hospice Society. They raised the money through their craft sale and other fundraisers throughout the year.
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