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Volume 65 Issue 52 Wednesday, December 30, 2015SPOTLIGHTSPOTSPOTLLIGHTIGHTThe Similkameen

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The Town of Princeton hopes to boost growth with a $10,000 investment to create a business profile.

The profile will be drafted by Urban Systems, the same company contracted to review Princetons Official Community Plan in 2016. The expense was approved at the December 21st council meeting.

According to Councillor Jerome Tjerkstra, who oversees Princetons eco-nomic development portfolio, the profile will assist both local entrepreneurs and out-of-town investors in making smart choices about business start-ups in town.

It answers most of the questions a potential business may ask should they want to consider Princeton as a base to set up operations.

The plan will outline labor force characteristics, infrastructure, cultural and social amenities and other considerations, and take about four months to com-plete.

It will be part of the towns new website, which is currently under develop-ment, he said.

Tjerkstra noted Princeton is fortunate to have not one, but two large indus-tries. This is uncommon for small towns and of great benefit.

At the same time, a vulnerability exists because of the global nature of resource based industries.

Urban Systems will hold public meetings and set up advisory groups to: identify Princetons strengths and weaknesses, identify opportunities for local entrepreneurs; and define where the town should use its resources in soliciting new businesses to come to Princeton.

Linking viable business ideas to the right individual is the challengeUsing the business profile as a resource [we can] identify, motivate and assist a new generation of young entrepreneurs that have recently moved to Princeton to develop their own action plan on how to create jobs for themselves and oth-ers.

He said a focus on promoting economic diversity is important to Princeton.The municipality wants to do its part in reducing vulnerabilities and prepare

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When I turn off the computer today, I will have written 52 col-umns this year, some personal, some political, most based on conversations with exceptionally motivated and focused individu-als.

I think of them as special ones, people not content to sit in restaurants drinking coffee and complaining about every-thing they consider wrong in the world. They rarely say someone should do something about that. They are busy making a signifi-cant difference in their commu-nity. Reflecting back this week on 2015, I began pondering what it is about these people that sets them apart and seemingly lifts their lives to a higher level.

I feel that keeping values and culture alive and vibrant is one of the significant contributions made by some of the special ones. At the Pow Wow put on by the Lower Similkameen Indian Band, I talked with Lauren Terbasket, a member of the organizing team. I sensed her passion for infus-ing future generations with pride in their heritage. I saw children bedecked in brightly coloured regalia. Beautiful teenage girls and lithe young men had invested considerable time and funds in their outfits. It was a celebra-tion of friendships, culture, and values.

Another key function of spe-cial ones is to set a positive, uplifting tone. Graham Gore, pas-tor of the Hedley Grace Church, is viewed by some non attenders as pastor to the community. Less involved publicly, Myrtle Gores smile and encouraging words are like a balm for the troubled soul. By their attitude, words and actions, Graham and Myrtle are mentors to some and an inspiration to many. Their love for people fosters a more gentle atmosphere.

Ive observed that some of the special ones help keep local stories and history alive. Jennifer Douglass and Andy English have carried out extensive research into the largely forgotten Hedley men who enlisted in the Canadian military in World War 1. Except for their research, this important story might have remained bur-ied, possibly forever. Presently they are raising funds to refur-

bish the Hedley cenotaph. Others, in the community and outside Hedley, have caught their vision and are supporting the project.

The origins of the Allison family and their contribution to the opening of the Similkameen Valley might also have been lost if several local great grand-daughters had not delved into that intriguing piece of history. I became interested in this story when I heard about Nora Allison and her pack train of horses. She transported food, mining sup-plies and other items from Hope to Greenwood. Lori Thomas of Princeton and Nancy Allison of Hedley patiently provided me with details of the life of John Fall Allison, his indigenous first wife Nora and caucasian second wife, Susan. It is because of individu-als like Lori and Nancy, and also Susans book, A Pioneer Gentle Woman in British Columbia, that we have some understand-ing of the early years of white settlement here, and the role of indigenous people.

Often we are too busy to notice unique contributions being made in our community. One example is Ruth Woodin in her role as Hedley Postmaster. She will lis-ten patiently to a tale of woe, but dont be surprised if she advises a change of perspective. If some-one comes in with an unfounded rumour, she is quick to put the kibosh on anything that might

tarnish a reputation.A number of the individuals I

interviewed this year demonstrat-ed tremendous strength of charac-ter. Angelique Woods attempts to introduce fresh thinking and ideas into the Hedley community have earned her the strident opposition of a small cadre of detractors. Fortunately there are many who appreciate her generosity, desire to serve the community, and cour-age to consider innovative strate-gies.

The contributions of special ones are varied. Ken Helm of rural Cawston has assembled and lov-ingly rebuilt an array of delightful vintage vehicles. Lydia Sawicki is passionate about putting an end to wilderness dumping. Don Armstrong of Hedley and Darryl McDonald of Keremeos organized a Hedley BBQ and Summer Festival. Each second Sunday of the month, members of the Hedley Seniors Centre host a delicious, $5 pancake breakfast. Most communities benefit from the efforts of such local organiza-tions.

Our lives are enriched when we become aware of the spe-cial ones in our midst. Usually they are quietly performing some function that benefits the com-munity. In 2016 we should notice them, honour them, protect them if necessary, and consider becom-ing special ones ourselves.

Past year enriched by people making a difference

To the editorRegarding your Night Before

Christmas poem in The Spotlight, I found that last line quite insulting to Coalmont.

Im not quite sure what would prompt you to write something like that. You seem to have a problem with our little village as you have written negative comments in your paper in the past about us. As a fel-low Ontarian I would expect better of you.

I am quite proud of my little town of Coalmont and there are some very good people who live here. In December of 2011 (before you lived in Princeton) my husband, Bob had a cardiac arrest in our driveway while shovelling snow.

He was revived with the help of neighbours (and our home defibril-lator). As he was being loaded into the ambulance, neighbours offered to look after our motel, take care of our dog, phone our children and help me get the items I needed to follow him to hospital. Some of our neighbours were awarded Good Samaritan awards

from the British Columbia Ambulance Service for their help. This is just one example of how folk in a small town band together in times of trouble. We have people in our town who do good work with the Princeton Legion, the Hospital Auxiliary second hand store, the SOHC, animal walks to raise money for animals, etc. Jody Woodford does amazing work for the Tulameen Fire Department which benefits both communities and she has won numerous awards for her vol-unteer work. Given our small popula-tion, it is actually pretty amazing at how much good work comes from this little village.

So you see, we may not shout from the rafters about the good deeds done by the people here, but there are many good deeds done. I am getting rather tired of your backhanded insults to our village. The next time you decide to mention Coalmont in your newspaper, I hope it will be something about the GOOD people who live here.

Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas.

Diane Sterne

To the editorReader objects to Coalmont slur in Christmas poem

To the editor I was happy to read the article in

your December 8th issue Price of food to drop this January. Im sure that many of your local readers are celebrating that fact as well as many are on limited or fixed incomes.

It is easy to say shop local but as many have to travel to Penticton or Kelowna for medical reasons why shouldnt people shop where prices are cheaper?

I know that I can travel to Merritt and pay for my fuel with the saving from my purchase of bread and dairy

alone. Then there is the price of gas. Being in the gas business before, I know the intricacies of gas pricing and I am very surprised that (here) all the gas companies have the same prices. How can gas be priced in Penticton and Merritt at $1.01 and Princeton at $1.13 and all the stations at the same price? We understand that things will cost a little more here, and dont mind paying a little more , so If you want people to shop local you have to at least keep the prices in the ballpark!

Viviene Ross

Jennifer Douglass and Andy English have made a tremendous con-tribution in recent years, preserving and honoring the stories of young men from Hedley who fought in the First World War.

Local retailers asked to keep prices in the ballpark

To the editorThe 2016 grads of Princeton Secondary School would like to thank all the

vendors that came out to support our Christmas Craft Fair.We would like to send out a special thank you to Leanne Atkinson, Holly

Atkinson, Ed Atkinson, Shane OMalley, Nicki Forde, Tim Baird, The Princeton Highland Dancers, Princeton Brownies, the Late Bloomers Band and The Similkameen Spotlight.

Without all of your dedication the fair would not have been such a success. If we have missed anyone please forgive us your support was very much appreciated.

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The annual Christmas Passport Campaign which challenges shoppers to have their cards stamped at participating merchants received 1600 completed passports with an average of $100 accounted for with each card.

Draws were made following the December 21 deadline and thirty winners received gift bags and certificates.

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Spotlight StaffPrincetons own feathered mascot is officially

missing.Odin the Magpie, who has entertained residents

for months with his antics and appearances on social media and in the newspaper, has not been seen by his mom in almost six weeks.

Fans of the The Life of Odin Facebook page have spent countless chilly hours searching for the bird, with no confirmed sightings to report.

Maybe hes gone wild. Thats what Im hoping for, said Rhonda Harrison, who raised Odin almost since he hatched and then helped him achieve a local celebrity status.

But I want to see him again to make sure hes okay.

Odin who is extremely domestic suffered a foot injury in November and was captured and taken to Cascade Veterinary Clinic for a toe amputation. Concerned Odin followers donated more than $360 to pay the cost of his surgery.

After Odin recovered he was spotted in sev-eral Princeton neighborhoods in the company of a female magpie, but the usual sightings of him feed-ing on back porches, perching on car fenders and even visiting local businesses have petered out.

Some Odin trackers are studying bird footprints

in the snow, looking for evidence of a magpie with a missing toe.

If anyone does spot him, and its a confirmed sighting of him because of his leg tag, please tell either the Spotlight or the Cascade Vet Clinic, said Harrison. Hopefully hes living happily ever after but as a Mom I just have to know.

Town mascot declared missing

Odin the Magpie is recognizable by an orange band on his leg. Celebrate New Years with the home team!

Bob MarshThe Princeton Posse is holding a New Years Eve celebration Thursday December 31st at the arena. The hockey action starts with a game against North Okanagan at 5 p.m. When the ice empties the mezzanine opens for dinner hosted by Brown Bridge Pub and dancing to the hard rock tunes of Johnnys Hat. Tickets are just $55 for the whole night so make plans to come out and ring in 2016 with The Posse. For tickets call Jackie at 250-295-1229 or Linda at 250-295-1602.

Spotlight StaffAnyone seeking out holiday entertainment need

look no farther than Tulameen, and the wrap up this week of the second annual Winter Carnival.

New Years Eve will be celebrated Thursday night with a bonfire beginning at 6 p.m., followed by a figure skating demonstration at 7 p.m. and family skating with festive music under the lights at 8 p.m.. The New Year will be welcomed in with a fireworks display at midnight.

Friday January 1st dont miss the snowman contest judging at 11 a.m. and an exhibition hockey game for local players at 1 p.m..

According to Tulameen Community Club trea-surer Mark Jones organizers have been collecting donations for the Princeton Food Bank all week, and between $500 and $1,000 of non-perishables will be presented to the food bank Friday afternoon.

A4 www.similkameenspotlight.com Wednesday, December 30 2015 Similkameen SpotlightOPINION

The Similkameen Spotlight is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the provinces newspaper industry. The council con-siders complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council.

Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, PO Box 1356, Ladysmith,B.C. V9G 1A9For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to the website at www.bcpresscouncil.org.

This publication reserves the right to refuse any materialadvertising or editorialsubmitted for publication and maintains the sole right to exercise discretion in these matters. Submissions by columnists and guest writers do not necessarily reflect the opinion of this newspaper. All material contained herein is copyright.

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BC ViewsTOM FLETCHER

The death of former B.C. premier Bill Bennett on Dec. 4 prompted the traditional round of polite tributes.

He was the man from Kelowna who remade Vancouver, with SkyTrain, BC Place stadium and Expo 86 to put the city on the world map. He won three majority govern-ments before handing over the steering wheel of a smoothly running Social Credit Party to Bill Vander Zalm.

Outside B.C., the wire ser-vice obituaries ran to a few paragraphs, defining Bennett first as the architect of finan-cial restraint in the province.

It seems an ordinary notion today, but when Bennett unleashed his restraint pro-gram on the B.C. government in 1983, it was presented as a right-wing coup on a socialist utopia.

I was in journalism school in Vancouver when unions orga-nized a general strike and mass street demonstrations under the banner of Operation Solidarity, appropriated from the struggle against Polands communist dictators. Their goal was to bring the recently re-elected government to its knees.

The newly tabloid Vancouver

Province, itself largely con-trolled by some of B.C.s most militant unions, was a screeching banshee of the big-labour left.

Socred hit-men swoop on rights workers, its front page declared after 400 layoff notic-es were issued to provincial staff. This propaganda was the publics guide and my profes-sional role model.

A bit of background: the B.C. economy was in the grip of an international recession, hitting resource industries and government revenues hard.

Bennett had ousted the Dave Barrett NDP government in 1975, but the legacy lived on. During its three-year reign, for example, education spend-ing increased 13 per cent in the first year and 23 per cent in each of the next two.

The blitz of restraint legis-lation reasserted governments authority to control the size and wages of provincial staff, rein-stated the provinces ability to pay, eliminated various boards,

and increased the provincial sales tax to seven per cent to pay the bills.

Another Bill Bennett legacy was dismantling the monopoly chokehold of big international unions on public heavy construc-tion.

Growing up in northeastern B.C., I had seen the impres-sive pay for jobs on highway construction, about twice what I earned labouring for a non-union contractor doing city work.

A couple of friends discov-ered the inside track to securing labouring jobs on a provin-cially-funded highway project. After joining the union, those in the know could visit a business agent and hand over $500 cash. Within days, the lucky winner would be name requested to join the crew, vaulting over those who thought paying dues and working their way up the seniority list would be enough.

This struggle over public construction continues today, with BC Hydros decision to

make the Site C dam an open shop. The main contract was awarded to a consortium work-ing with the Christian Labour Association of Canada, an alternative union known by more colourful names among old-line building trades.

After graduating from jour-nalism school, I landed my first full-time job as a report-er for the Kelowna Capital News, shortly before Bennett announced his retirement from the premiers office to finish his term as a backbench MLA.

Bennett and I would some-times arrive for work togeth-er, parking our rusty 1976 Chevrolets on Bernard Avenue, where he kept an office above the family furniture store.

I found out later that Bennetts modest old sedan was the government-issue car he had used during his entire 10 years as premier.

The party bought it for him as a humourous retirement gift, and he continued to drive it to work. No frills. That was Bill Bennett.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca Twitter: @tom-fletcherbc

Passages of 2015: Bill Bennett

The more things change, the more they stay the same.

Its an appropriate observation for the eve of a new year, and anyone with an afternoon to lose in the newspaper archives will certainly understand.

Fifty years ago in January the Similkameen Spotlight was reporting on the decision of the local centennial committee to plan the construction of a community pool to celebrate Canadas 100th birth-day.

Any person who doesnt live under a rock in this century will know that the issue of a new indoor aquatic and health center was raised just this September by the mayor, who promised to strike a committee in early 2016 to see the facility built for what else? Canadas 150th celebrations.

Twelve thousand dollars was budgeted for the original pool $8,000 in federal and provincial grants and $4,000 raised by the community. An arena as well as a combined museum and library were other serious considerations for a centennial project, but were considered to be too costly.

While there has been no dollar tag associated yet with the new pool proposal, an eventually-scuppered plan to build an aquatic center in cooperation with the Regional District in 2011 was priced at $11 mil-lion. (Fair to note its been suggested that any pool built alone by the municipality will cost consider-ably less).

Princetons first community pool was opened to great excitement in the early summer of 1967. Originally hours were limited to those made avail-able by volunteer lifeguards. A seasonal family rate for use was $10, $5 for a single adult. A single swim for juniors was 25 cents and one of the posted pool rules was No Swimming When Pool is Closed.

In its conceptual stages, the new pool would also serve as a gathering and wellness center, with meet-ing rooms and perhaps an indoor walking track.

At last years UBCM conference the municipal-ity was given encouragement that provincial funds will be available for the project.

The timing of this initiative is critical. At the grand old age of 50, Princetons outdoor pool is nearing the end of its life. In 2015 the town was forced into nearly $10,000 of capital improvements for leak detection and correction.

Just as there was half a century ago, there will indeed be higher-level grants available to celebrate a national milestone. There is also time for council with just under three years left in its term to own and complete the job.

Despite its many charms there are often-bemoaned challenges to life in rural BC.

Many couples and families express frustration regarding a lack of organized recreation opportu-nities. Competitive swimming is one of the most popular activities for Princeton children in the sum-mer, and a year-round indoor facility would grow and support that interest.

At the same time Princeton is an old town, with a median age of 52.5 compared to a provincial median of 41.9.

The demographics demand a focus on healthy living for the aging, and water sports are among the best for keeping people in shape.

Good health, better exercise, getting out more to socialize they sound like fine New Years resolu-tions for 2016, just the same as they might have fifty years ago. - AD

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Thumbs up to Rayleen Brewer and her crew of little elves. Very few people realize the stress behind the responsibility of manag-ing the crisis center and the tremendous pressure of pulling off a successful ham-per campaign at Christmas. Shes all about giving credit to the people who donate and they deserve it too but it wouldnt happen without this incredibly busy and caring woman.

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

ARTS COUNCIL: Meets at Noon on the third Wednesday of the month. Everyone Welcome! Contact Marjorie Holland, Pres., 250-295-6718 or Joann Gabriel, Sec., 250-295-3361 for location. General meetings quarterly as announced.

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

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

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

Community:INTERESTED IN CHRISTIAN MEDITATION?For people who want to learn to pray with great sim-plicity, for people who would be willing to get to know Jesus who loves each of us immensely, for people who are at a dead end, for people who want to get to know them-selves, for people who want to make a new beginning! We can go to God together and its free! Call me: Fr. Harry Clarke at 250-295-3541.

ORL- PRINCETON BRANCH:Tuesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m./ 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.Wednesdays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.Fridays: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

PRINCETON MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES: 167 Vermilion Avenue 250-295-7588princetonmuseum@gmail.comwww.princetonmuseum.org

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

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

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

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

Community:HEDLEY SENIORS CENTRE: 3rd Monday of every month regular general meetings - Everyone welcome. 2nd Sunday Pancake Breakfast, 8 am - 10 am. Daily Coffee & conversation 6:30 am to 8 am. Every Tuesday & Thursday exercise at 9 am.

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

MEMBERS ONLY POOL TOURNAMENT: Last Tuesday of every month at the Seniors Centre. 10:00 am

WHIST & CRIB: (Seniors Branch #30) 1st & 3rd Fridays of each month at 1 PM. Coffee & refreshments included. Everyone welcome.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB:Wednesdays @ Riverside Centre 10:30-3. Call Arlen @ 250-295-6157

Health

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN:If interested in attending, please call: Barb 250-295-4050 or Del 250-295-3266TOPS: (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) chapter meets at Riverside Wellness Centre every Thursday. Weigh-in-Time 8:30 AM Meeting 9:0010:00 AM. For more information please contact Lynda 250- 295-3658 or Myrna 250-295-7272 Visit www.tops.org

HealthCOMPASSIONATE FRIENDS: Group helps bereaved parents. Will meet as needed. Call Shirley Haker at 250-295-3607. sehaker@persona.ca

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

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS:Meet Friday & Saturday In Tulameen at 7:30 p.m. at Li-brary call 250-295-7005

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Tuesdays @ 7:30 p.m. United Church. Contacts: Fred 250-295-7272 or Marena 250-295-7663 AL-ANON:Are you concerned about someones drinking? Contact Central Referral @1-604-688-1716

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: Meets every Wednesday & Sunday at the Info Centre in Chamber Basement 7:00 P.M. Phone 1-877-234-5809

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

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

ELKS: Contact Chris at 250-295-3949.

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

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

GRANITE CREEK PRESERVATION SOCIETY: Meet the third Thursday of every month at 1:00 p.m. in the Princeton Museum Archive Room (upstairs). Every-one is welcome! There will be no meetings in July & Aug.

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

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

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

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

OTTER VALLEY FISH & GAME:Meetings 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Club House.

Club Notes:

VERMILION TRAILS SOCIETY:Meets at the Chamber Basement on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. For more info: Contact kvrrid-er@gmail.com New Members welcome!

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

PRINCETON FISH & GAME:Princeton Fish and Game Association, meet the second Wednesday of the Month at the Princeton Library, con-tact Al Lay 250-295-0250.

PRINCETON & DISTRICT FALL FAIR ASSOCIATION:Meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the of ce at the PXA Grounds at 6:30 p.m.

PRINCETON ROTARY CLUB:Meets every Wednesday @ 6 p.m. Heartland Restaurant (dining room). For more info. Call Judy @ 250-295-0217. New members welcome!

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

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

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

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

PRINCETON CURLING CLUB:Leagues start Oct. 20th. Mon - mixed, Wed - Ladies, Thurs - Day League. www.princetoncurlingclub.com or 250-295-6400

RECREATIONAL BADMINTON:Mondays at 8:00 pm at PSS gym, beginners welcome. Adult & Juniors (age 12+)

BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU:Mondays & Thursdays, 7:00 pm at the Princeton Baptist Church. Contact Kyle 250-295-5489

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

PRINCETON MINOR HOCKEY:Lori Gullison 250-295-3977

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

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

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

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

PRINCETON FAMILY SERVICES SOCIETY : FAMILY PLACE 120 Kenley Ave. open Tues., Wed., and Thurs. 11- 2. (Pre-natal) 11 -12 Moms help prepare and enjoy lunch together.

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Princeton Pentecostal Church

165 Vermilion Avenueinvites you to join us in

Sunday Worship10:30 am

Pastor Jack McNeil250-295-7951

Princeton Baptist Church

Across from Arena - Old Hedley Road Family Worship

10:00 am

250-295-7752

St. Pauls United Anglican Church

January 3rd - No Service

O ce: 250-295-7714 WORSHIP - 10:00 AM

190 - 1st AvenueEveryone Welcome

Living Water Community Church38 Kenley Avenue

10:30 AM Morning WorshipPastor Jason Neu eldKids Club Fridays @ 6Youth Fridays @ 7:30

Tel: 250-295-7733

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THE HUT

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

Brian CoyneOwner

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Brian Coyne

Phone: 250-295-7381 Princeton Plaza

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Aquarium Supplies Aviary Supplies

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New Wash Systems

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Auto & Bottle Propane

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Year round RV spaces available.

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Pellets Available $3/bag

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Monthly LeaseCall for details250-295-3535331 Old Hedley Road

PO Box 948Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0

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4 LICENSED MEChaNICS 2 with Extensive GM Training / 2 with 30 years experienceall mechanics take ongoing training & updating. We have the Best Diagnostic equipment availaBleA/C Work Transmissions Specialize in Computers & Computerized Fuel Injectionnow offering: Flat Repairs New Tire Sales Wheel BalancingCan inspect motorcycles to greyhounD Buses

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

reichertsales@mac.comMarg & Ed ReichertPh: 250-295-6489Fax: 250-295-7768

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High Efficiency Furnaces Boilers, mid and high efficiency Full Ducting Installations High Velocity Systems Residential & Commercial Units Trailer Furnaces, LPG or Nat. gas

On Demand Water Heaters Gas fitting, bbq lines, underground Fireplaces Radiant In Floor Heat Hot water tanks FREE ESTIMATES

Services & Installation

LINCOLN HEATING Inc.a name you can trust

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Farm Feed and Pet

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TOOL & EQUIPMENT RENTALSGord McEwenRentalsarnold@warnerrentals.bc.ca

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Monthly Rentals: Fully furnished and includes utilities.

Room with Kitchenette$450

2 Bedroom Apt., bathroom & kitchenette $1000 - $1200

2 Bedroom Lakefront Apartment $1000 - $1200

4 Bedroom Apartment $1800

Phone Princeton Castle Resort250-295-7988

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HIP OR Knee replacement? Arthritic Conditions/COPD? Restrictions in Walking/Dress-ing? Disability Tax Credit $2,000 Tax Credit $20,000 Refund. Apply Today For As-sistance: 1-844-453-5372.

Drivers/Courier/Trucking

SUTCO seeks US qualifi ed drivers for Super B fl at deck division. We offer e logs, benefi ts, matched con-tribution pension plan, late model equipment and more. Apply; on line at sutco.ca, email careers@sut-co.ca or fax (778)754-4025

Education/Trade Schools

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

TRAIN TO be an apart-ment/condo manager. Many jobs registered with us. Good wages and benefi ts. Govern-ment Certifi ed online course. 35 Years of success!www.RMTI.ca/enq

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

3 Rooms For $2992 Coats Any Colour

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PlumbingFULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, re-liable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928.FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, re-liable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928.

Merchandise for Sale

Heavy Duty Machinery

2008 Hitachi ZX 200 Waratah 622B, 11,700 hours. $135,000. 2011 Caterpillar D8T 4000 hrs Ripper. $385,000. Caterpillar 256 compact track loader 3600 hrs. $21,500 Caterpillar 303 CR excavator 3200 hrs. $29,500. 1-250-260-0217.

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A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20404553 and insulated con-tainers all sizes in stock. 40 containers as low as $2,200DMG. Huge freezers. Experienced wood carvers needed, full time. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866-528-7108 or 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. De-livery BC and AB www.rtccon-tainer.com

Misc. for SaleSAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - make money and save money with your own bandmill - cut lumber any di-mension. In stock ready to ship. Free info and DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

Misc. WantedFIREARMS. ALL types want-ed, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1-86-960-0045. www.dollars4guns.com

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent1 & 2 Bdrm apartments in new building. Close to trail & river. Twin River 223 Burton Ave., F/S, cats OK, starting @ $700/month + utilities. 604-783-7020 or 604-721-4234

Apartments for rent in Prince-ton, available now. Level ac-cess in a quiet building. Need excellent references & D.D. No pets, can furnish if needed. Rents start at $500.00 month. Phone 1-250-295-1006 for de-tails or leave a message with the best time to call back.

Homes for Rent3+ bedroom house next to golf course, wood stove, large yard, $700 a month, 509-477-9504 or 250-295-3536

For LeaseCommercial space for lease. 1500 square feet. 20ft ceilings, overhead door, small offi ce. $800.00/month. Day time call 604-877-1599 & Night time call 604-298-1948.

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Apt/Condo for Rent Homes for RentLike new view home on acreage. Quiet main fl oor suite. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath-rooms, jacuzzi tub and gas fi replace. All appliances, laun-dry and utilities included. $950/month 250-295-3966Two bedroom (plus small of-fi ce room) on river in town, wood burning stove, new fridge, new stove, new washer dryer, heat pump, washer & dryer, nice yard, alley access. $995 Jan. 1, T: (250)295-7635 rentme.pro@rentmeplaces.com. Utilities average $58 a month.

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Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $45,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $535.71 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $45,000. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight, air tax ($100, if applicable) included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA/movable property registry fees, applicable taxes and dealer fees not included. Dealers may sell for less. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. GM Canada may modify, extend or terminate offers in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details. Registered trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. $11,000 is a combined total credit consisting of a $10,000 Cash Credit (tax exclusive) available on 2015 GMC Sierra HD Gas models (excluding HD Gas Double Cab 1SA 4x2), $1,000 Connect & Win Bonus (tax inclusive), which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and fi nance rates. By selecting lease or fi nance offers, consumers are foregoing this $10,000 credit, which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model. $10,380 is a combined total credit consisting of a $3,000 manufacturer-to-dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) $5,195 Cash Credit (tax exclusive) available on 2015 GMC Sierra Double Cab 1SA 4WD models, $1,000 Owner Cash (tax inclusive), $750 manufacturer-to-dealer Elevation Package Discount Credit (tax exclusive) for 2015 Sierra 1SA Elevation Edition with 5.3L Engine and a $435 manufacturer-to-dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) on any 2015 GMC Sierra Elevation double cab all-wheel drive with a 5.3L engine, which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and fi nance rates. By selecting lease or fi nance offers, consumers are foregoing this $5,630 credit, which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model. 5,000/2,000 is a combined credit consisting of a $1,000 Connect & Win Bonus (tax inclusive), a $3,000 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) for 2015 Sierra Light Duty Double Cab and a $1,000/$1,000 manufacturer to dealer fi nance cash (tax exclusive) for a 2015 Sierra 1500/Terrain, which is available for fi nance offers only and cannot be combined with special lease rates and cash purchase. $5,200 is a combined total credit consisting of $1,000 Connect & Win Bonus (tax inclusive) and a $4,200 manufacturer to dealer cash credit (tax exclusive) for a 2015 Terrain SLE-1 FWD, which is available for cash purchases only and cannot be combined with special lease and fi nance rates. By selecting lease or fi nance offers, consumers are foregoing this $4,200 credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Discounts vary by model and cash credit excludes Terrain SLE-1 AWD.

SIERRA 2500HD SLE DOUBLE CAB STANDARD BOX 4X4 MODEL SHOWN

TERRAIN SLE-1 AWD SHOWN

% FORUP TOPURCHASEFINANCING0 84 MONTHS^ ON SELECT2015 MODELS.

% FORUP TOPURCHASEFINANCING0 84 MONTHS^ ON SELECT2015 MODELS.

$11,000MINIMUM

CASH CREDIT ON OTHER MODELS

INCLUDES $1,000 CONNECT & WIN BONUS

$5,200MINIMUM

CASH CREDIT ON OTHER MODELS

INCLUDES $1,000 CONNECT & WIN BONUS

OR

OR+ $2,000 IN FINANCE CREDIT

2015 GMC SIERRA 1500 DOUBLE CAB 2WD 1SA

SIERRA 1500 DOUBLE CAB 1SA MODEL SHOWN

% FORUP TOPURCHASEFINANCING0 84 MONTHS^ ON SELECT2015 MODELS.

$10,380MINIMUM

CASH CREDIT ON OTHER MODELS

INCLUDES $1,000 CONNECT & WIN BONUS AND $750 PACKAGE DISCOUNT

OR+ $5,000 IN FINANCE CREDIT

Call Murray Buick GMC Penticton at 250-493-7121, or visit us at 1010 Westminster Avenue West. [License #31223]