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MLA for Fraser-Nicola, Mr. Harry Lali trav-eled to Princeton on Monday night to join Mayor Frank Armitage in presenting the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Award to three local recipients.

To be eligible for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Award recipients must have made a significant contribution to a particular province, territory, region or community within Canada, or an achieve-ment abroad that brings credit to Canada.

Locals Joyce Fraser, Edith M. Currie and Ken Carlson easily fit in to the award criteria.

These three are honored for “their service and commitment to their community over an extend-ed period of time,” said Mayor Armitage, “thank you, on behalf of all our citizens.”

Fraser and Currie were nominated for the award by the Council of the Town of Princeton and presented their awards by Mayor Armitage.

MLA Harry Lali nominated Ken Carlson for the award. “It was pretty tough to choose, Fraser -Nicola is large—a lot of deserving people,” said Lali. “I was allowed four in my constituency and I am pleased to present one of them to Ken Carlson,” he said.

Certificates and Queen’s Diamond Jubilee medals were presented to each of the recipients. See next weeks Spotlight for complete details.

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Diamond Jubilee awardspresentationJoyce Fraser, Ken Carlson and Edith M. Currie were all presented with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Award at the regular meeting of Council on Monday, Jan. 21.

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A guilty plea issued by a high-risk sex offender accused of murdering a Princeton woman has been refused by the court.

Roger Badour, 64, admitted to Supreme Court Justice Robert Powers that he shot and killed Gisele Duckham and fled. Badour stated this at a Dec. 20 appearance in Kamloops and the plea was initially going to be accepted until Badour informed the court he wanted to get past the trial because he has cancer and believed he would get better medical treatment in federal prison. He has been in provincial jail since he was arrested on Nov. 8, 2011.

“At that time both Crown and the court had concerns that given some statements made in court by Mr. Badour.

There were indications the plea was not completely volun-tary on his part,” said Neil MacKenzie, spokesperson for the Crown. “Crown counsel did not want to see the accused enter a guilty plea where there is any suggestion that it was not com-pletely free and voluntary and the judge was not prepared to accept a guilty plea in the circumstances.”

It is alleged that Badour killed Duckham at her residence in the 2000 block of Osprey Lake Road in Princeton. Victoria police had been searching for the high-risk sex offender for eight months after he disappeared while on parole as part of a seven-year sentence for sexual assault. On the evening of Nov. 8, 2011 Penticton RCMP pulled over a vehicle on Main

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Judge rejects guilty plea from BadourMayor Frank Armitage - left and MLA Harry Lali - far right presented the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Award to recipients Joyce Fraser - center left, Ken Carlson - center and Edith M. Currie - center right, honoring them for years of dedication to their community.

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

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

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

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

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

Community:ADULT & YOUTH BADMINTON:Grades 4 -12 Monday nights 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. @ P.S.S. Gym.

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

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

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

WELCOME WAGON! Are you a new to Princeton? If so, we have information regarding local, civic, community services and facilities. We also have gifts for you from local merchants and businesses. NO Current Representative

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

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

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

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

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

MEMBERS ONLYPOOL TOURNAMENT: Last Tuesday of every month at the Se-nior’s Centre. 10:00 amWHIST & CRIB: (Seniors Branch #30) First Saturday of each month at 1 PM. Coffee & refresh-ments included. Everyone welcome.VERMILION FORKS PRINCETON O.A.P.O. BRANCH #185: Regular meetings second Friday of every month at 2 p.m.. Pot luck supper every third Friday at 5:00 p.m.SEARCH AND RESCUE TRAINING SESSIONS: Meetings will be held on the first and third Tuesday of every month. Call Ar-nie Powell at 250-295-6759 for more information.LITTLE FOLKS NURSERY SCHOOL: Meetings are every third Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at LFNS. 250-295-3083

ELKS AND ROYAL PURPLECOUNTRY STORE: Friday’s 11 - 6 and Saturday’s 10 - 3. Table rentals available. For info. Contact Doris Driver at 250-295-3518. Lunch available.PRINCETON LEGION BRANCH #56: Reminds all veterans that the D.V.A. Now makes home visits. For more info. Phone 250-295-6060

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

HIGHER GROUND - 12 STEPMINISTRIES:An outreach of Living Water Foursquare Church 7-9 p.m. . Please contact Living Water Foursquare Church or further de-tails at 250-295-7733

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

BACKDOOR COFFEE HOUSE:1st, 2nd & 3rd Friday every month 7:00 p.m. Entertainment for every age. 4th Friday Karaoke & Jam (bring your disc) Plus Jam & Practice night, every Wednes-day Night 7:00 p.m. Everyone welcome. Come & join in the music, or just come to enjoy the music. 38 Kenley @ The Back-door. Great Music - Great Company.

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

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

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

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

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

COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS: Group helps bereaved parents. Will meet as needed. Call Shirley Haker at 250-295-3607. [email protected] LINE: You can call us 24 hours a day, everyday, and your call is confidential and anony-mous. The crisis line is 250-493-6622. Or call collect from locations within the South Okanagan Similkameen: (250)493-6622.

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

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

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

Club Notes:FREEMASONRY: FOR MEN OF GOOD CHARACTER:Freemasonry has been active in B.C. for over 130 years. It is a fraternity open to men of all races and religions. If you are of good character and want more infor-mation, please contact: The Secretary Similkameen Lodge #95A.F.. & A.M. C/O Box 174Princeton, BC V0X 1W0PRINCETON LIONS CLUB: Regular dinner meetings the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month @ The Chamber of Commerce at 6:30 p.m.ROYAL PURPLE:Meetings first and third Tuesdays 7:30 PM, Princeton.ELKS: Meetings every second and fourth Sun-day, 2 PM.ELKS AND ROYAL PURPLE: Joint meeting and pot luck supper every third Saturday at 5:30 PM.

PRINCETON PERFORMING ARTS: Meet first Tuesday of each month @ 7 p.m. in Riverside Theatre. Contact Derek @ 250-295-3037ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION: General meeting held on the third Sunday of each month at 1:00 PM.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PRINCETON RACING DAYS ASSOCIATION:Meets at the fair grounds. Third Thurs-day of each month at 7 p.m. New Mem-bers welcome!

PRINCETON & DISTRICT FALL FAIR ASSOCIATION:Meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month at the Princeton Library Conference Room. 6:30 p.m. New Members wel-come!

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

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

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

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

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

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

YOUTH & ADULT CHOIR:If you would like to join, come to the Baptist Church at practice times.Youth Christmas Musical, Monday’s 3:45 - 4:15. Adults Christmas Musical, Once upon a Holy Night. Sunday’s 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.

YouthINTERESTED IN 4-H:Contact: Alana Baird 250-295-0550 for more info.

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

PRINCETON MINOR HOCKEY:Lori Gullison 250-295-3977

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

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

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

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

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

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Street for a traffic violation and after providing a false name the con-stable confirmed the identity of the driver as Badour. Upon further inves-tigation the officer found three firearms — two of which were loaded — and a small amount of marijuana in the vehicle Badour was traveling in.

At his last appearance in Penticton court in September, 2012, Badour told the judge that he fears for his own life behind bars. His pleas to be moved from North Fraser pre-trial centre, because of various difficulties related to his health and issues with prison guards and other prisoners, were heard and he was moved to Kamloops Regional Correctional Centre. Badour’s lawyer, James Pennington, said his client alleged that he was threatened to be shanked by another inmate and had his leg stomped on by a guard.

Badour is expected to return to Kamloops court on Feb. 4 to fix a date at that time. Mackenzie said he does not know if Badour will again try and enter a guilty plea, but at this point the plea has not been accepted.

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ContributedRoger Badour is expected to return to Kamloops court on Feb. 4.

Nominations for the 2013 Courage to Come Back Awards are being accepted until Feb. 11, 2013.

Do you know someone who has inspired you by overcoming adversity due to mental illness, major trauma or injury, a seri-ous medical condition, addic-tion or social adversity and who has returned and given back to the community?

The Courage to Come Back Awards presented by the Coast Mental Health Foundation, are held each year to honour British Columbians who overcome seemingly insurmountable chal-lenges and then come back to help others.

The nomination categories

are as follows:

Mental Health:A person who has demonstrated inspirational achievements overcoming the challenges of living with a major mental illness, and who has given back to his or her community.

Physical Rehabilitation: A person who has demonstrated inspirational achievements fol-lowing major trauma or injury which has required extensive physical rehabilitation (perhaps sustained in an auto accident, at work or during a recreational pursuit), and who has given back to his or her community.

Medical: A person who has demonstrated inspirational achievements overcoming the challenges of serious medical conditions (such as cancer, heart

disease or AIDS), and who has given back to his or her com-munity.

Addiction: A person who has demonstrated inspirational achievements overcoming the challenges of addiction and has maintained recovery for at least the past five years, and who has given back to his or her com-munity.

Social Adversity: A person who has demonstrated inspira-tional achievements in the face of discrimination, abuse, poverty, or other significant adversity, and who has given back to his or her community. (In the case of new British Columbians, it may be the result of political upheaval or war experienced before settling here.)

Youth: A young person, under the age of 22 years as of Dec. 31, 2012, who has demonstrated inspi-rational achievements overcoming illness, inju-ry, addiction, or social adversity, and who has given back to his or her community.

Visit courageto-comeback.ca to learn more and to nomi-nate the person who has inspired you. Download both the nomination form and the nominee accep-tance form and send in prior to Feb. 11.

On Jan. 29 the Town of Princeton, Area H (RDOS), Interior Health Authority, University of British Columbia-Okanagan and Save Our Hospital Coalition will be holding a Community Healthcare Consultation.

The purpose for this workshop is to iden-tify challenges facing healthcare in Princeton and Area and to provide information that may be used in the development of an improved healthcare model for our community. Over 50 stakeholders have been invited to attend this consultation. If you would like your voice to be heard, please contact any community leader to have them bring your comments or concerns forward. For a list of invited stakeholders, please contact Ed Staples by email at [email protected] or by phone at 250-295-0822.

The consultation will be conducted by Dr. Barbara Pesut from UBC Okanagan, who will facilitate the process. Dr. Pesut has been involved in healthcare since 1982 and worked at Princeton General Hospital and Ridgewood Lodge for several years early in her career. She is presently Associate Professor in the School of Nursing at UBCO and holds a Canada Research Chair in Health, Ethics, and Diversity.

Dr. Pesut’s current research looks at healthcare delivery models for end of life care in rural com-munities.

The data collected in this consultation will be analyzed by a team of researchers from UBC Okanagan who will prepare a report to be shared with the community following the consultation.

Community Healthcare Consultation

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Kelley Cook of Princeton, B.C., was nomi-nated for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal for her outstanding contributions to local trails and was presented her award on Friday, Jan. 18.

In 2009 - 2010 a federal trails funding program was arranged through the National Trails Coalition (NTC), The Canadian Trails Federation (CTF) and in B.C., the Outdoor Recreation Council.

China Ridge received federal funding approval from the NTC. Upon reviewal of the applications for funding, it was found that the China Ridge trails project was one of the highest ranked non-motorized applications received—and it had strong provincial support from Recreation Sites and Trails B.C.

The proposed improvements at China Ridge would benefit a number of non-motorized year round trail activities including; hiking, cycling, horseback riding, cross country skiing, snow-shoeing, skijoring and dog sledding.

Kelley Cook at that time, was the project manager for the China Ridge Trails project in Princeton.

On behalf of China Ridge, Kelley Cook met and exceeded the expectations of the NTC specifications for approved projects. For exam-ple, she provided quality descriptions and pho-tos of the works in progress as well as monthly reports, etc.

“It was a pleasure to work with Kelley in my role as NTC Regional Trails Coordinator. She stood out in my mind as particularly deserving recognition for her efforts and I hope she will be able to receive a Queen’s Diamond Jubilee

Medal for her hugely successful contributions,” said Terje Vold in the citation for Cook’s award.

“I may have lead the China Ridge team, but I never once had to ask twice—when I needed help, Club volunteers were there in body and spirit every time,” said Cook.

The NTC funding along with over 600 vol-unteer hours provided construction of two bike trails, more dog friendly ski trails, new maps and website, highway signage and a motorized access route around the trail network.

“The NTC project was an outstanding suc-cess,” Cook said.


Left to right: Dr. Terry Lake, Minister of Environment, Kelley Cook and Jeremy McCall, Executive Director, Outdoor Recreation Council of B.C.

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Local trail builder, Kelley Cook is awarded Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal


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VICTORIA – The news was trumpeted with alarm here on Vancouver Island, which along with the Gulf Islands is the heartland of tinfoil-hat oppo-sition to smart meters.

Of the 140,000 power customers who didn’t have a wireless meter by the end of the year, many have simply refused. Now BC Hydro has sent letters informing them “we can no longer delay the instal-lation of a new meter at your home.”

“StopSmartMetersBC” sent out a panicky e-mail advising its resistance movement to brace against “storm trooper tactics” from BC Hydro staff, and urging phone and fax attacks on their local MLA office.

“Anger and outrage should be expressed, in a quiet way, so that we don’t sound hysterical, but people are being threatened, police called, etc.,” the anonymous e-mail helpfully suggests.

BC Hydro has also confirmed what I told you a few months ago. Those bogus locks, chicken wire cages and important-looking signs, which were sold like modern-day snake oil, have no legal effect to prevent the utility from working on its own equipment. These obstacles to inspection have been and continue to be removed, along with dangerous grow-op bypasses and fiddled mechanical meters.

The technical arguments against wireless meters have been demolished. False news reports and website claims still circulate, but no fires have been attributed to the installation of 1.7 million wireless meters in B.C. About 1,200 faulty meter bases have also been replaced at BC Hydro’s expense, and as crude power-theft bypasses have been removed, the incidence of electrical fires, already rare, has dropped substantially.

Another popular myth is increased electricity bills. Yes, if your bypass is removed, your bill will go up. Like gas pumps, power meters are required by federal law to be accurate.

Which brings us back to Team Tinfoil, which has been sold a cascading series of fantastic tales about the effect of wireless

signals that are already ever-present in all modern communities.

A Toronto-based expert group called Bad Science Watch has tackled claims of “electromagnetic hyper-sensitivity” head-on. I highly recommend their 10-page report and qualifications at

www.badsciencewatch.ca.In plain language, with references to the best

available scientific studies, it describes the double-blind tests that prove people who claim this sensitiv-ity are not actually able to detect when they are or are not being exposed to wireless signals. No X-Men candidates have come forward.

It also exposes key “activists” in Canada. The most prominent is Dr. Magda Havas, an associate professor at Trent University who has “developed

a career denouncing the safety of low-frequency electromagnetic radiation.” She gives speeches, promotes her book and has worked with one David Stetzer to promote an “EMF filter” to sell to those who insist they feel what science shows they don’t.

Havas has appeared on TV “news” shows with “activist-entrepreneur” Kevin Byrne. His website appears to be a hub of cell tower and smart meter scare reports, but it’s interspersed with product pitches for EMF Solutions Canada, of which Byrne is coincidentally president.

Then there’s “entrepreneur-activist” Rob Metzinger, president of something called Safe Living Technologies Inc. He doesn’t run a lurid scare website, but he’s appeared on CBC and CTV as some sort of authority. (The main hazard emanating from TVs these days is bad information.)

As the election approaches, a fight is gearing up between the NDP and the B.C. Green Party for the ignorant, superstitious and angry vote. The Greens in particular have damaged their cred-ibility in a desperate bid to quiet their own tinfoil-chapeau wing.

There are bozo eruptions ahead. I’ll have more on that in a future column.

Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press

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The NHL is back in business.After five months of sportscasts that sounded

more like business reports as owners and players argued their cases for the protracted labour dispute that kept arenas dark, teams returned to the ice to prepare for a truncated season that began on Saturday.

Some teams are trying to make amends, to salve the wounds that three difficult lockouts in 19 years have wrought on ticket-buying fans. The Vancouver Canucks are cutting prices at their concessions and giving away the jerseys their players will wear in their home opener. The Edmonton Oilers held their first practice on a frozen pond, using Twitter and Facebook to alert fans.

Canadians generally, and hockey fans in par-ticular, are pretty forgiving. It’s likely the arenas in the NHL’s six Canadian cities will be just as full and noisy had the season been at its proper midway point. Those who can’t get a ticket, or afford one, will be tuned in to Hockey Night in Canada, a Saturday night TV tradition for more than 60 years.

By the time the race for the Stanley Cup playoffs heats up in earnest, say in two weeks, most fans will probably have forgotten there was a lockout in the first place.

It’s hard for the average working person to relate to a labour dispute between billionaire owners and employees who earn millions of dollars. There were never any picket lines set up outside those glittering arenas, many of them built with help from taxpayer money. Locked-out players never huddled around fire barrels to stay warm, worrying about how their strike pay will cover the rent.

Perhaps both sides should pause and think about that the next time they threaten to put hockey on hold.

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Mystery Person; Who is this Musician? Check next week’s Spotlight for the answer.1) Has ability to play many band and orchestra instruments well. 2) Her fiddle playing of western songs has made her a Princeton favorite. 3) Plays for her local church, as well as the local band. Answer to last week: Rick Law

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To the “disgruntled fun in the snow seekers.”

I am the president of China Ridge Trails. I sincerely apolo-gize for the ill treatment you and your family received at China Ridge. It is not our policy to be rude or treat any of our visitors with disdain.

We do have to work with snowmobilers from time to time, and show or direct them to where to enjoy snow at the old ski hill. At the end of the day, we all want to enjoy this beautiful

area and the great outdoors.My phone number is 250-295-8214, if you would like to talk

to me, maybe we could get together and go for a ski? We have all the equipment you would need and I will supply the lesson. Again, on behalf of the ski club I apologize for the ill treatment you received.

Bob CoynePresident, China Ridge Trails

Dear Editor;Recently, I have become more and more interested in

this Smart Meter infiltration into our society. The very fact that the World Health Organization has been ignored. Their warnings of the Electromagnetic fields being dangerous to the health and welfare of all people, particularly all children and those with a compromised immune system, as well as the elderly. W.H.O. compares these E.M.F.s to Class “B” carcinogens, such as D.D.T and asbestos contamination. “In fact, the truth regarding the biological effects of R’F. radiation has been heavily suppressed with all means possible, except criminal ones,” states Professor Franz Adlkofer, coordinator of European Communities Reflex report.

In my opinion, this B.C. Utilities Commission is ignoring their own mission statement, to ensure that ratepayers receive safe energy services. The power companies, Fortis B.C. and B.C. Hydro, are perpetuating continuous misinformation about the safe application and safe operation of these Smart Meters. There is a growing roar of objection to this misin-formation from reliable, well-educated resources, as well as consumers of the electric power. Many of these people suffer ill health from E.M.F. equipment and fixtures.

Fortis B.C. stated in a letter to me that, “Significant finan-cial savings to customers, over the life of the project” would be realized. The writer must have been ‘singing from the wrong song sheet,’ so to speak. Several Ontario sources complain of much higher electric bills, since the Smart Meter was installed. Also, high billing for “off peak” usage i.e., washer and drier used at 2 a.m., which was to be a lower rate, than during peak day time rates. Fortis also states, “Immediate detection of power outages, thereby allowing for more effective restoration of electricity to customers”. This seems to be a reasonably handled now, without Smart Meters. Electrical theft does cause considerable problems, safety risks, etc.

Why should All consumers be treated as potential criminals? Very few wish to steal electrical power, and wouldn’t know how. Can’t this be monitored through the accounting and bill-ing departments, as well as the meter reading staff observations of vacant buildings? It is time for Hydro and Fortis to become accountable to the public. Please use investigating techniques before implicating anyone or all of us.

Fortis and Hydro—Has it not occurred to you that by connecting all of the consumers together in a grid, that this alone could become an excellent opportunity for a mass ter-rorist attack? Or a simple criminal trespass? Just by recording personal activity in the homes, real criminals could plan home invasions or robberies, by hacking into the grid system. Have

you planned for the now “sitting duck” E.M.F. consumers to be protected? I don’t think so. In my opinion, we seem to be facing more criminality from within these organizations than from the occasional electrical theft.

This brings me further into the privacy issue; which has been totally ignored, in my opinion, by all the corporations pushing for the use of The Smart Meter. The use of these Smart Meters, by Fortis and BC Hydro, posses considerable risk to privacy, “states an EU data watchdog [BBC News Technology].” We are so close to losing the freedom of tranquil peace and privacy in our own homes. The European Data Protection Supervisor voices concern over the Potential Intrusiveness of these Smart Meters that can track everything that family members do in the privacy of the sanctity of the home, that we cherish. Remember, information gathered through these Smart Meters, can have high commercial value. Marketing firms would like to know consumers sleeping patterns, devices or tools being used. The corporations apparently think that our daily lives are for sale, to the highest global bidder. Why are we under attack? Well, why not? Globally, we Canadians appear to be wealthy, apathetic and ignorant to the possibility of domination of our democracy, freedom and personal privacy. Once our personal privacy becomes a marketplace entity, the next reason that comes to mind, is of course—money to the corporations—and control of our lives, as well. All we have fought for and hold dear, will be gone.

In my opinion, both Fortis and BC Hydro are top heavy in expensive executives whose stipends could be impossible to pay. So, perhaps the Utility Commission could recommend that these expensive executives be retired, immediately and told to take their devilish meters with them. We do not need either of them! In my opinion these so called Smart Meters are tanta-mount to old Gestapo tactics. Only this time, it is technology spying into our freedom and precious privacy. In other words, if Smart Meters are promoted, I see ongoing and further deg-radation of democracy; as well as the promotion of a possible Policed State, with corporate control. This opinion is not the only one out there. As a public, we must stand up and stop Smart Meters, immediately! Our media seems to be stifled. Use your computer—google, social media , etc. Get educated! In my opinion, knowledge will keep us free, and is a force for maintaining our freedom. There is strength in numbers. I urge everyone who enjoys our freedom, privacy and democracy to stand up and be counted.

Sincerely,Flo Winfrey

Dear Editor;In this letter I have come to a per-

sonal low, when I have to compare our “Politicians” in our cabinet with the so called “professional wrestlers in W.W.E.”

It became very clear that the “WWE wrestlers” are professionals at the top of their profession. That our “political cabi-net” lack the flair and professionalism is shown in our so called “Question period”

coming from the House of Commons. The way they answer the questions from the opposition with non-answers and blaming the previous governments is far from realistic, especially when they are doing the same mistakes themselves.

The stars of the wrestling world of today, honour the stars of yesteryear—when was the last time we heard the poli-ticians publicly honour the politicians

from the past? Even if they were from their party?

All of the above reminds me of the words to a song from the past that goes like this, “When will they ever learn?” We all know they have lots of examples in the past, but the question still remains the same., as I see it.

Yukon Eric HolopainenPrinceton, BC

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China Ridge Trails offers year round recreation

Self propelled recreation trail system

From humble begin-nings as a small ski club in the 80s, the China Ridge Cross Country Ski Association has blossomed into a year round recreation des-tination for locals and visitors alike—namely China Ridge Trails.

For 20 years the small group cleared livestock trails and old logging roads, using their own volunteer power and some rustic grooming equipment.

Eventually the group developed plans to build a trailhead, upgrade aging infra-structure and address safety and environ-mental issues.

Through the hard work of volunteers, provincial grant fund-ing, the aid of munici-pal and regional gov-ernments as well as local business all tak-ing part—whether it be funding, supplies or donated skilled labour, new equipment and the Longhouse came to be.


In 2009 China Ridge Trails was given the oppor-tunity to apply for funding through the National Trails Coalition (NTC) trail funding program and were awarded the NTC grant.

This allowed for the expansion into an all sea-son recreational area. In the winter the trails fea-ture cross-country skiing, skijoring, snowshoeing, and tobogganing. In the spring, summer, and fall mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding are the China Ridge activities.

Maintaining this year round activity centre is no easy task. The membership has grown over the years bringing with it a few more extremely dedi-cated volunteers.

60 kilometers of trails in the spring and summer are maintained by volunteers performing tasks such as; rock clearing, road rebuilds/culvert replace-ments, (washouts) fallen tree removal, bush trim-ming and tree pruning. In the winter, as soon as the snow arrives volunteers are out packing the trails to build the base. Trails are groomed and then tracks are set for the skiing and snowshoeing. More snowfall means more hours grooming trails for use. Certain snowmobiles equipped with specialized

paddles are used in the maintenance of the winter trails, however sport snowmobiling is very much discouraged at China Ridge.

“The biggest concern is the physical damage that can happen to a person,” said Bob Coyne, president of China Ridge Trails.

If a skier happens to catch a rut created by a snowmobile—they can be flipped right out of the track. “Cross country skis stay with you, they do not come off,” he added.

Coyne encourages the community to visit China Ridge and enjoy the activities it has to offer. On Monday, Feb. 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., enjoy the first BC Family Day by attending the Winter Festival at China Ridge.

Snowmobile enthusiasts are not to be left out. There are numerous locations to be enjoyed around Princeton and area; Whipsaw, upper Tulameen, and Pike Mountain to name a few. Check out the local snowmobile clubs and trails as well. Timberline Cruisers 96 Snowmobile Club - For membership information, please contact Chris Hassell at (250) 295-0112 or Osprey Snowheelers Club - Acting President - Rob Miller - (250) 295-6420.


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The Thompson Okanagan Rockets played the Prince George Cougars at home in a double header on Saturday, Jan. 12 and Sunday Jan. 13, 2013.

The Saturday game saw the Cougars open up the scoring at 7:43 of the second period. Colby Williams of Princeton tied up the game at 3:44 second period with assists from Kiana Karolyi of Kamloops and Taylor Whiteside of Kelowna. The Rockets took the lead at 16:39 of the third period with an unassisted goal from Taylor Whitehead. Cougars came back at 10:25 of the third period to tie it up. The Rockets fought back hard and took the lead with a goal from Breanna Bernsden of Kelowna, and assists from Sarah Botter of Salmon Arm, and Courtney Morice of Kamloops.

Sundays game saw no scoring again in the first period. Kamloops again opened up scoring in second period at 13:30. Kelowna got their first of the game with 4 seconds left in the second period. Goal came from Stephanie Strymecki of

Kelowna and assist coming from Sarah Botter of Salmon Arm. The Cougars took the lead at 13:12 of the third period. The Rockets had lots of chances and finally put the tying goal of the game in the net at 8:29 of the third period. Goal was scored by Colby Williams of Princeton and was unassisted.

18 games in four tournaments, and it took 5 periods in Princeton before the South Okanagan Storm finally lost a game. The Princeton Bantam Rep tourna-ment was held at the Corral on the week-end and 8 teams from Creston, the Okanagan and Greater Vancouver fought hard for the right to be crowned champion.

Princeton’s Tristan Vandermeulen, Parker Thibert and Mike White all play for the Storm. The weekend was a chance for the three to show off their skills at home for the first time in a long time. They took advantage of the opportunity, and all three showed their stuff, while winning their first three games to advance to the final.

Vandermeulen had a pair of hat-tricks in the tournament, and led all scorers. His short-handed goal in the final shifted all the momentum in the game and for a while it looked like the Storm was going to win it all. Eventually it was the Kelowna Rockets that would win the tournament in the fifth period of the final. A breakaway goal at 17:35 in Double OT gave the Rockets a 3-2 win.

Thibert banged and crashed his way through all four games. His puck handling and deter-mination were evident on every shift. He was constantly knocking opponents off the puck, blocking shots and putting everything he had into the game.

White was part of a four person defensive

line that only gave up four even strength goals the entire weekend. He spent the weekend breaking up rushes, clearing the front of the net, and start-ing offensive rushes from behind his own net.

On its way to the final the Storm ran over West Vancouver (8-3), Mission (6-3), and

Creston (8-1). The team led the tournament in scoring and goals for and against.

Overall, the Storm now boasts a 24-4-4 record. With two league games left now the focus shifts to the play-offs.

“We need to keep improving”, said Vandermeulen. “We can go a long way in the play-offs if we work hard, every shift.”

Thibert echoed the thought, “We have played well in tournaments, now we need to focus on our last games, and bring the same effort to the play-offs.”

White added, “It was great to come home and play for everybody. Being back in the rink, seeing friends in the stands was pretty nice. I am just sorry we couldn’t win it all.”

All three wished to thank Princeton Minor Hockey for hosting the event and giving them the opportunity to play at home again.

The Storm is on the road again next weekend. Their final two games are against West Kelowna and Kelowna. Play-offs begin a week later.

Colby Williams scores Rockets tie goal

Storm lose championship in double OTContributedRichard White

ContributedSuzanne Botter

Rebecca Blinkhorn, Courtney Amy Morice and Colby Williams.

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www.facebook.com/pages/Similkameen-SpotlightThe purpose of this

trip is to spend a month at an artists residency in the Wallace Stegner House which is locat-ed on the Frenchman River that winds through town.

Eastend has a popu-lation of approximately 800 souls and reminds us on its webpage that “It is in the middle of nowhere and miles from the nearest city.” What it is near to is the boundary of the magnificent Cypress Hills Provincial Park. It is also very near to historic Fort Walsh of North West Mounted Police fame, and is the site of a spectacular find, a nearly complete specimen of Tyrannosaurus Rex.

Some may question what a person could possibly be thinking to drive all that way to spend the worst month of winter in an isolated town located in one of the coldest places of Canada. Can you believe that there are at least four good reasons? The first is per-sonal. My grandparents first home-steaded in the area of Aylesbury which is not too far from Eastend. Recently I’ve been experiencing a growing admiration for my kin who endured unimaginable hardships and yet grew to love the land where they spent over fifty years together.

Second, occasionally artists and writers seem to have a desire to retreat from their familiar environ-

ment to shake things up a bit. It’s an adrenaline rush of sorts. It gets the creative juices flowing and offers a new view of the world. That leads to the next reason.

Because Eastend is in the middle of nowhere, it is easier to settle and to get some art made without the usual excus-es so conveniently found at home. I am beginning

a new direction that is leading me to binding my own handwritten histori-cal journals and this permits me to explore technique and to research the life of the homesteader.

However, the last reason is that I dream of an artists residency in Princeton and this experience will allow me to experience first hand how it works. The members of the

Eastend Arts Council have much to pass on regarding how the Wallace Stegner House became the location for their residency. Starting with Wallace Stegner himself, the area has inspired writers over the last hundred years, including Sharon Butala and Candace Savage. The residency has hosted writers, painters, photogra-phers and art therapists from as far away as Switzerland, Maine USA, Quebec, and several other Canadian provinces. The result has been wide-spread good press for the entire area. Something to think about, I figure.

ARTI-FACTSMERRILYN HUYCKE

Road trip to Eastend Saskatchewan

Naturalists visit Princeton Museum

VFFN members experienced an educational look back in time on Saturday morning, Jan. 19, with a visit to our local museum. Robin Lowe, Princeton Museum Operations Manager, let 25 of us browse at will as she circulated, enlightened and responded to questions as they mate-rialized. The collection and display of artifacts is most impressive, and some of the highlights included the fluorescent mineral collection in the Joe Pollard room; an ornate slot machine and cocktail shakers from the Granite Creek Hotel, circa 1890; a pump organ, priced in the 1903 Eaton’s catalogue at $29.50; a tele-phone switchboard from Princeton’s first exchange in the 1940s; and the Norman family cabin, originally built alongside the Similkameen

River in the 1880s. Much, much more is on display and we would encourage all local citizens to check out their own museum for a worth-while outing! Next, we were treated to a viewing of the highly acclaimed Jeff Turner film, “The Great Salmon Run,” which features some abso-lutely remarkable photography of salmon, grizzlies, wolves, eagles and more.

VFFN’s next field trip will be a snowshoe outing at Link Lake on Saturday, Feb. 9, hosted by Carol Terry. Please phone 295-7676 to confirm. Our next monthly meet-ing and annual AGM will be held on Feb. 12, 7 p.m., at Riverside Centre, with Kelly Pearce from the Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning as our guest presenter. As always, we welcome guests to join us for field trips and meetings, both of which are inevitably convivial affairs!

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Name: Unknown (you pick)Like: To be adopted, if you want me call 250-295-4399. I am neutered and vaccinated.

Thumbs up to the Princeton Curling Club for providing a great weekend bonspiel. The “Duct Tape”

costumes on Saturday werea huge hit!

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not keep him. Please call if you can give him a good home.

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Princeton Pentecostal Church(The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada)

165 Vermilion Avenue Beside the Museum,

invites you to join with us in Sunday Worship

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

Pastor Dave Janke250-295-7951

St. Paul’s United ChurchAlso serving the Anglican Community

Office: 250-295-7714WorshiP - 10:30 am

Communion: 3rd Sunday of the month

office hoursTues and Thurs: 9:30 am - noon

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Baptist Church of Princeton

Across from Arena - Old Hedley Road

Family Worship 10:00 am Prayer Meetings on

Wednesday at 7:00 pm

250-295-7752

Living WaterFoursquare Gospel Church

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St. Peter’s R.C. Parish43 Billiter Avenue

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LEO: Leo, take advantage of the many opportunities for you to meet new people and forge new friendships this week. You may just meet someone who changes your life.

VIRGO: Virgo, too much of a good thing can make it difficult to focus on other tasks and responsibilities. Make the effort to stay focused so you don’t find yourself falling behind.

LIBRA: Libra, you will likely find yourself in a domestic groove over the next few days. Use the time to get creative in the kitchen, straighten up the abode and do some decorating.

SCORPIO: Scorpio, don’t allow your emotions to get the best of you during a disagreement this week. Be sure to gather all of the facts before you form an opinion.

SAGITTARIUS: Sagittarius, this is the perfect week to correct any wrong impressions you might have made. Be overly generous with all the people you meet.

FOR ENTERTAINMENT ONLY

Chili-Crusted sCallops With anaheim Chile-lime sauCe

Serves 4 to 612 large diver scallops2 teaspoons kosher salt1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper2 teaspoons dark chili powder4 tablespoons clarified butterGrits, rice or potatoes

Anaheim Chile-Lime Sauce1 small sweet onion, diced3 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon olive oil10 dried red Anaheim chiles, stems and

seeds removed21/2 cups chicken stock1/3 cup canned diced tomatoes2 ounces white wine1 teaspoon kosher salt

Juice of 2 limes

Clean the scallops well, detach the little side muscle if it’s on there, and pat dry with paper towels. Mix the salt, pepper and chili powder and coat the scallops well on all sides. Let the scallops soak in the dry spice for about 5 minutes before cooking. Cook the scallops in a hot nonstick pan with clarified butter. Allow

them to really sizzle on each side and brown before turning. Depending on the size of the scallops, it should take about 2 minutes per side to sear to medium rare. If they are par-ticularly large, they may require additional cooking in the oven to finish. Place the scal-lops over grits, rice or your favorite potatoes and top with Anaheim Chile-Lime Sauce.

To make the sauce:

In a medium-size saucepan, sweat the onion and garlic in oil until soft. Add all remaining ingredients except the lime juice and bring to a simmer. Simmer covered for 30 minutes. Puree with a stick blender and strain. Add the lime juice at the end and serve. PC131849


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CONTRACTOR

DARYL CLARKECertifi ed Septic Design & Installations / Foundation Excavations

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

Phone: 250-295-7381 Princeton Plaza

Quality Foods,

Toys and Supplies for your

Dogs & Cats.

Aquarium Supplies Aviary Supplies

Herp Supplies

Farm & Industrial EquipmentGeorge Edge

MahindraTractors

www.westcoasteq.com

RENTALSTORE

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

EQUIPMENT RENTALS

PRINCETON REALTY

Heather JohnsonOwner/Manager

CENTURION®

2003 - 2006

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

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

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

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

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

Tulameen, B.C.V0X 2L0

CAN-AM SKIDOO

Phone: 250-295-7381 Princeton Plaza

Quality Foods,

Toys and Supplies for your

Dogs & Cats.

Aquarium Supplies Aviary Supplies

Herp Supplies

PET SUPPLIES

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

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

[email protected]

RENTAL SERVICES

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

Brian CoyneOwner

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

Old Style

Sales & DeliveryPosts

POST SALES

Farm & Industrial EquipmentGeorge Edge

MahindraTractors

www.westcoasteq.com

RENTALSTORE

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

FARM MACHINERY DEALER HOME REPAIRS


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

Brian CoyneOwnerOld Style

Sales & DeliveryBedding & Pellet

BEDDING & PELLET

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Dan Woycheshen Emily Sheppard

404 Lapworth St.Princeton, B.C. V0X 1W0

250-295-6500250-295-6552

BOWLING

YOUR AD HERE

FARM & GARDEN CENTRE

PRINCETON SEPTIC SERVICEGOVERNMENT CERTIFIED

Planner - Installer - Maintenance ProviderResidential & Commercial Inspector

*Contracts Available*PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS

RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIALSeptic Tanks - Grease Traps - Holding Tanks - Sumps

Sewer Line Router ServiceBackhoe - Excavator - Gravel Truck - Cat

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

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

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

Huffy’s Auto Repair

Ph: 250-295-6458

* now open 6 days a week!

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BOTTLE DEPOTJim Shales

Cell: [email protected]

~ Kitchen & Bath~ Custom Cabinets

~ Planning & Design~ Counter Tops

A Division of Surecraft Construction Ltd. “Your local building professionals!”

For an appointementCall Jim at

250-295-8012

CABINETS


Brian CoyneOwner

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

BIN & DISPOSAL

WINTER HOURS

Growers Press Inc. Princeton Mobility The Image Emporium

221 Bridge St. 250-295-7567

Tues - Friday 9:30 am - 5:00 pmSat 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

IMAGE EMPORIAM

131 Pinewood28 km’s Princeton Summerland Road

250-295-7314 or250-438-0274 (cell)

•Pick-up and Delivery available

Barking Bubbles Dog GroomingKarrie Crucil Owner

PET GROOMING

ALL Facets of PRESSURE WASHING with HOT WATER•Commercial •Residential •Industrial

OTTER VALLEY Rentals, Supplies & Services

250-295-6449 -LANDSCAPING -FOUNDATIONS

-WATER LINESFENCING SPECIALISTS

*FULLY INSURED*

RENTALS/LANDSCAPINGYOUR AD HERE

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

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

Website: www.benjathairestaurant.com

RESTAURANT

FREE ESTIMATES • ALL WORK GUARANTEED

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

RAY MICHAUD email: [email protected]

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

•10% Seniors Discount

ROOFING

Princeton RentalsPrinceton RentalsRents Air Compressors

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

185 CFM, 250 CFM & 375 CFMDiesel

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367 HWY 3, PRINCETON, BC 250-295-3835

*Available Year - Round*

THE HUT

OFFICE & TAX SERVICE

TAX SERVICES YOUR AD HERE#

SEPTIC SERVICEF1rst Choice

Septic CleaningOuthouse Rentals & Sales

Mark Riegling Owner /Operator

250-295-4191

SEPTIC SERVICES

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

HONDAWATER PUMPS, TILLERS,

LAWN MOWERS, GENERATORS,

SNOW BLOWERS

AUTO PARTS

Laska’s Floor Service•Supply •Sales •Installation

Phone: 250-295-0474 / Fax: 250-295-0454 Email: [email protected]

Carpet ~ Hardwood ~ Lino ~ VC TilesLaminates ~ Engineered Wood ~ Cork

~ Area/Throw rugs

FLOORING SERVICE

2 Licenced Mechanics

N & L SERVICES

250-295-0005

We are a community based company dedicated to serving our customers.Where others fail... WE PREVAIL!

AUTOMOTIVE

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• Cabinet Renos • Shelving Units• Mouldings & Trim • Decks • Tile Installations

• Laminate & Wood FlooringFriendly expert service.

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BOTTLE DEPOT

WINTER HOURS

Growers Press Inc. Princeton Mobility The Image Emporium

221 Bridge St. 250-295-7567

Tues - Friday 9:30 am - 5:00 pmSat 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

THE HUT Bottle Depot

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

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

Now Accepting

MILKContainers!

A18 www.similkameenspotlight.com Wednesday, January 23, 2013 The Similkameen Spotlight

In Loving memory of DAVID R. McCORMICK

December 31, 1963 - January 22, 1993

Twenty years have passed since that sad day when you were called away.

In life we loved you dearly,In death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you, Though you did not go alone.For part of us went with you,The day God called you home.

You left us wonderful memories,Your love is still our guide.

And though we cannot see you,You are always by our side.

Love Always,Mom, Dad, Robert & Kenneth

In Loving Memory Of ROBERT (BOB) GIBSON

January 14, 1950 - January 23, 2006

Little did we know that morning,God was going to call your name.

In life we loved you dearly,In death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you,But you did not go alone.

For part of us went with you,The day God called you home.You left us peaceful memories,Your love is still our guide.

And though we cannot see you,You are always by our side.Our family chain is broken,

And nothing seems the same.But as God calls us one by one,

The chain will link again.

With all our love ~ we miss youLove; Mom, Dad & the Gibson Family

SMITH, Louie W. June 30, 1955 - January 8, 2013

It is with sad and heavy hearts that the family announce the passing of Louie Smith on January 8, 2013.Louie spent the last years of his life quietly at his home near Missezula

Lake. ~ He left us too soon. Louie touched the hearts and lives of

many people and will be dearly missed.His fi nal days were spent surrounded by family and loved ones. Surviving Louie are his children, Leanne

and Joe; grandchildren Kassidy, Kyla & Kolby; brothers Jan, George and Tony; sisters Anita and Lisa

and by his father Frank and step-mother Tina.

In lieu of fl owers, please make a donation to the Canadian Liver Foundation.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday, January 26, at

Valley View Memorial Gardens in Surrey, B.C.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Missezula Lake this summer. Date to be announced.

“We’re here to help”

KEREMEOS-SIMILKAMEEN FUNERAL & CREMATION

CENTRE

712-5th Street 1-250-499-2121

PRINCETON FUNERAL

& CREMATION CENTRE 2 Princeton Plaza

250-295-6102

HANSONS’ ARBOR FUNERAL

CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM

527 Ellis Street, Penticton 250-492-4202

CompassionateLife Celebrations

All Funeral Plans AcceptedBronze and Granite Cemetery Markers

AffordablePre-arrangements and

arrangements can be made in the comfort of your

home or our home.

Ray & Kelly Hanson www.hansonsfuneral.com [email protected]

Announcements

Coming EventsFREE MAN &

FREE WOMENDeclare sovereigns information meeting.

Princeton Public LibraryJanuary 24, 2013

7:00 pm.Pre-register @ Nearly New

on Vermilion Ave

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Research Participants Needed!

PATIENTS OF NURSE PRACTITIONERS

Do you receive, or have you received, health care from a BC Nurse Practitioner? Researchers from UVic’s School of Nursing want to learn how you feel about care provided by nurse practition-ers.

Participation in this study means completing a short survey either by mail or telephone.

To learn more and sign-up for the study, please contact

Joanne Thompson Research Assistant at [email protected]

or 250-721-7964

University of VictoriaSchool of Nursing

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

Are you... a new Bride?

Local representative requiredplease visit

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Lost & FoundFOUND: Wallet on Asp St. Monday January 14. Call the Spotlight 250-295-3535 to identify

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Children

Childcare Available

KIDS ONLY Daycare

Licensed family daycare in rural setting.

Immediate full and part-time placements

available.

Drop ins welcome.

Call Pam 250-295-3464

[email protected]

Employment

Business Opportunities

COMMERCIAL cleaning busi-ness for sale. 20 years Bella Coola valley. Gov’t and com-mercial contracts, equipment and sup,plies, turnkey opera-tion. Ideal owner/operator, couple. Owner retiring, annual revenue 60-70 k with potential to increase dramatically. re-spond to [email protected] or McKenzie Cleaning Services, P.O. Box 247, Ha-gensborg BC. V0T 1H0

Funeral Homes

Employment

Career Opportunities

ATTENTION LOGGING CON-TRACTORS! D&J Isley and Sons Contracting Ltd. of Grande Prairie, AB is looking for: Load & Haul Contracts or Haul Contracts in the Fort St. John Area. B-Train confi gura-tion. Single shift. Potential multi-year contract with com-petitive rates. Accommoda-tions available. Contact Daniel for further details (780) 814-4331 or email [email protected]

INFRASTRUCTURE Technician, Servers (Kitimat, BC): CGI is look-ing for an experienced IT profes-sional to work directly with our client and the CGI Client Service Manag-er on-site in Kitmat, BC! This posi-tion will support an environment of about 70 HP, IBM and Dell servers in a complex virtualized network en-vironment including Exchange, Ac-tive Directory and a clustering solu-tion. The full description can be viewed at www.cgi.com/careers Requisition #: J1112-1110 Re-sumes to: [email protected]

Obituaries

Employment

Drivers/Courier/Trucking

Class 1 Drivers to haul dry vans Western Canada & US. Only drivers with 2 years exp. & US border crossing capa-bility. Dedicated tractors, paid drops, direct deposit. No phone calls Fax 250-546-0600

DRIVERS WANTED:Terrifi c career Opportunity with outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Rail Experience Needed!! Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time, Valid License w/ air brake endorsement.

Extensive Paid Travel, MealAllowance, 4 weeks Vacation

and Benefi ts Package.Compensation based on prior

driving experience.Apply at www.sperryrail.com

under careers, keyword Driver. DO NOT FILL IN CITY OR STATE

SUTCO continues to expand! Cur-rent openings; Chip Hauls, Chilli-wack, Merritt, West Kootenays. Dedicated runs, day and afternoon shifts. Highway, dedicated tractor, Canada Only runs. Dispatcher, based in Salmo, days and evening shifts. If you are looking for a career that offers steady work, Extended Benefi ts, Pension Plan then apply online: www.sutco.ca Fax: 250-357-2009 Enquiries: 1-888-357-2612 Ext: 230

Obituaries

Employment

Drivers/Courier/Trucking

Required Immediately:Experienced Class 1 Drivers with at least 3 years verifi able experience for the following positions: Part Time Canada/ US capable; Casual /On CallBoat Truck driver Canada/US;Furniture Delivery Driver throughout BC; Full time Driv-ers for future scheduled runs. Please indicate on your re-sume position applying for. Please fax resume to 250- 546-0600 or by email to [email protected] No phone calls please

Education/Trade Schools

EXCLUSIVE FINNING/Cater-pillar Mechanic training. GPRC Fairview Campus. High school diploma, mechanical aptitude required. $1000 entrance scholarship. Paid practicum with Finning.. Write appren-ticeship exams. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview

In Memoriam

Employment

Education/Trade Schools

PUT POWER into your career! As a Fairview Power Engineer. On-campus boiler lab. 4th Class-Part A 3rd Class. Af-fordable residences. GPRC Fairview Campus. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview

TAYLOR PROTRAINING

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*Commercial Driver Training Call today 1-877-860-7627www.taylorprotraining.com

THE ONE, The only author-ized Harley-Davidson techni-cian training program in all of Canada. You’ll work on all types of HD bikes. Quality in-struction and state-of-the-art training aids. GPRC Fairview Campus, Fairview Alberta. 1-888-999-7882.

Help WantedHOUSEKEEPING required. Must have own transportation. Call 250-295-4326

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CASTLE RESORT SPECIAL MONTHLY RENTALS• Room w/shared Kitchen/Bathroom $400.00• 1 Bedroom Loft/Kitchen/Bathroom $550.00 + $150.00 util. • Chalet with Loft $1500.00 + $300.00 util.• Large Chalet – Main & Loft $1600.00 + $250.00 util.• Large Chalet Lower 2 Bedroom $1000.00 + $200.00 util.• Whole Large Chalet $2450.00 + $400.00 util.• Log Lodge Rooms $60.00/night (min. 4)• Studio Cabin $800.00 + $200.00 util.• 2 Bedroom Apartment $800.00 + $200.00 util.

All above are fully furnished includes utilities, cable, & housekeepingPRINCETON CASTLE RESORT

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INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIANGraymont’s Pavilion Plant is accepting applications for an Industrial Electrician. Candidate must possess current B.C. Red Seal certification. Preference will be given to well-rounded individuals willing to also perform other nonelectrical maintenance work as part of the maintenance team. A background in lime or cement industry along with computer and or PLC skills is preferred as well as a proven track record of developing and maintaining a safe work culture. Additional skills required:

Lime Plant.

environment.

Qualified applicants please submit your resume to: [email protected] or Graymont Pavilion Plant

Attn: Dan BuisP.O. Box 187

Cache Creek, BC V0K 1H0

Employment

Help WantedCITY OF Yellowknife invites applications from qualifi ed candidates for the following positions: Pumphouse and Liftstation Tradesperson - Public Works Department Competition #902-137 Closes: February 1, 2013. Pumphouse and Liftstation Maintainer - Public Works Department Competition #902-135 Closes: February 1, 2013. Building In-spector II - Planning and De-velopment Department Com-petition #220-125U Closes: February 1, 2013 Submit re-sumes in confi dence by the closing date, to: Human Re-sources Division, City of Yel-lowknife, P.O. Box 580, Yel-lowknife, NT., X1A 2N4; Fax (867) 669-3471 or Email: [email protected] Please di-rect all inquiries to the above listed email address. For more information on these positions, including the required qualifi -cations, please refer to the City of Yellowknife’s web page at: www.yellowknife.ca or con-tact Human Resources at 867-920-5603.

Home Care/SupportCERTIFIED Care Aides, casu-al, growing to FT. Benefi ts. 102-3310 Skaha Lake Road, www.wecare.ca, fax: 250-492-3883, [email protected].

Trades, Technical

JOURNEYMAN AUTOMO-TIVE Service Technician. Han-na Chrysler Ltd in Hanna, Al-berta needs a few more good people. Busy, modern shop. $25-$31/hour + bonus, bene-fi ts. Great community. Inquire or send resume. Fax 403-854-2845; Email:[email protected] CORPORATION is now hiring! Instrument Techni-cians and Electricians for vari-ous sites across Alberta. Send resume to fax 780-955-HIRE or [email protected]

Services

Financial ServicesIF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: it’s that simple. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161.

Services

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INCOME TAX PROBLEMS? Have you been audited, reas-sessed or disallowed certain claims by Canada Revenue Agency? Call Bob Allen @ 250-542-0295 35yrs. Income Tax experience, 8.5yrs. with Revenue Canada. Email: [email protected]

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

Online Services

SHOP EASYSHOP AT HOME

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Merchandise for Sale

Food Products

FREE TO GOOD HOME

This cat has been rescued after being abandoned and

left hungry. He has been fed, neutered, vaccinated and groomed and is ready for adoption free to a caring home. He is about 1-year, 15 pounds, dark grey with

golden eyes. He is super social with a gentle nature, a really

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Free ItemsFREE TO good home. 6 year old spayed Husky/German Shepherd. Call 250-295-7425

Friendly FrankSuperior angle grinder 4 1/2” works great $25. Quick grip tire chains fi ts 14 - 15” wheels like new $25. Student desk $20. 250-295-0028

Heavy Duty Machinery

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JD 892D LC ExcavatorPh. 1-866-528-7108

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Misc. for SaleAT LAST! An iron fi lter that works. IronEater! Fully patent-ed Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manga-nese. Since 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions;www.bigirondrilling.comPhone 1-800-BIG-IRON

BIG BUILDING Sale. This is a clearance sale. you don’t want to miss! 20x20 $3,985. 25X24 $4,595. 30X36 $6,859. 35X48 $11,200. 40X52 $13,100. 47X76 $18,265. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

FOR RESTLESS or cramping legs. A fast acting remedy since 1981, sleep at night, proven for 31 years. Mon-Fri 8-4 EST 1-800-765-8660 or www.allcalm.com

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/news-paper?

OFFICE EQUIPMENT FOR SALE.

Xanté Accel-a-writer printer. $150. Ricon Energy Star

photo copier, with 4 toners $250. Brother Fax, Scan, Copy with 2 ink cartridges. $50. Contact Lisa @ The Spotlight 250-295-3535

SAWMILLS FROM only $3997. Make money and save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info and DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT

STEEL BUILDINGS/ Metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x 40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x 150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206. www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Trades, Technical


Misc. WantedPrivate Coin Collector BuyingCollections, Accumulations,Olympic Gold & Silver Coins +Chad: 250-499-0251

VERMILION TRAIL SOCIETYis looking for a volunteer to keep the trail clear of snow in town limits. We provide the gas. Email Ken Davidson @ [email protected]

Rentals

Apt/Condo for RentFURNISHED or un-furnished apt for rent in Princeton Avail. now, need excellent ref’s & DD. No pets. Call 250-295-1006 leave a message.TWO BEDROOM apt. Available now. $650/month heat and hot water included. Clean, quiet, laundry facility. Ref’s req. Call 250-295-3482

Mobile Homes & Pads

3 BEDROOM mobile home #57 Lynnwood Park. All appli-ances, central air, & heat, new fl ooring, on double lot. $725/month + util. Avail Now. Call 250-295-3305

Homes for Rent2 BEDROOM house, down-town, newly renovated. $700/month + util. 250-295-75573 BEDROOM, 2 bath home in Princeton. F/S/W/D, N/S, N/P. $1000/month + util. Ref’s Req. 1-250-493-6522 or 1-250-488-93413 BEDROOM home second bench, W/D/F/S. $950/month + util. 1/2 month DD req. Avail now. N/P. 250-295-82924 BEDROOM, 3 bath home in Princeton. F/S/DW, washer & dryer hookups, lg kitchen, lrg master with ensuite jacuzzi. $1200 + util. NS/NP, Ref’s req. 250-490-1915 or 250-486-5977

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LIKE NEW home on acreage, ground fl oor suite. 2 bedrooms + den, full bath w/jacuzzi tub, gas fi replace, laundry, all ap-pliances. $750/month util incl. Avail. Jan 1. 250-295-3966

Suites, Upper1 BEDROOM suite for rent in downtown Princeton. Level ac-cess, includes power & heat, Need excellent ref’s, DD. Avail Now. Cat maybe?? Call 1-604-484-2783, leave a message with best time to call back.

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MLS 139670Affordable Living can be yours! Plenty of room for the family start-ing out. Fabulous location with 10’ x20’ deck off living room.

$169,900.00

118 Ridgewood Drive

MLS 139793Charming 3 bedroom home on corner lot in downtown Princeton. Features new energy efficient gas furnace.

$183,000.00

52 Fenchurch Ave.

MLS 139297Fabulous 100 x 100 corner lot with shallow well and septic installed by Reichert’s. Home is 15 years young and is known as “The Barn.”

$349,900.00

2620 Nicola Ave.

MLS 135653Fabulous 2 acre view lot close to downtown Princeton. Lightly treed featuring mountain views and valley vistas.

$149,900.00

2 Hidden Valley Rd.

MLS 138133Enjoy the Tulameen recreation lifestyle in this hand constructed dovetailed log home. 2 bed, 2 bath retreat, just a block to the beach.

$459,900.00

161 6th Street

MLS 131162Panoramic mountain and valley vistas on this beautiful 20 + acre parcel just minutes from down-town Princeton. $269,900.00

970 Allenby Road

MLS 139082Great price and opportunity! The Source is a well established TV and electronics store. High profile location.

$199,900.00

259 Bridge Street

MLS 140657Rare lakefront cottage within Tulameen Townsite. Beautiully kept 3 bedroom retreat boasts 120ft flat shoreline.

$599,000.00

2670 Otter Avenue

MLS 1387902 bedroom, 2 bathroom turn key home situated on 1.27 acres. Low maintenance property with excellent views.

$249,900.00

1120 Old Hedley Rd.

MLS 140404Looking for some privacy? This unique home is minutes from town and offers all you could ask for. 4 bedrooms, 4 baths.

$899,000.00

505 E Similkameen Rd.

MLS 140537Investor alert! 4 bedroom 2 bath family home perfect for growing family, investor or first time buyer.Room for RV, garden and toys.

$199,900.00

455 Billiter Ave.

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

$539,900.00 8-590 E Similkameen

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MLS 139650Rare offering: 10 acre horse property only 5 minutes from town. Property features 2 drilled wells, wired shop and barn.

$539,900.00

512 Pr-S’lnd Road

MLS 111093Stylish 2600 sq. ft. loft home sits on large view lot. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Features in ground sprin-klers and hardwood flooring.

$299,900.00

267 Clark Street

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

$278,000.00

335 Waterfront Ave.

MLS 13718120 acres only minutes from town. This property boasts amaz-ing views that take your breath away. $379,000.00

905 Allenby Road

MLS 139023Fantastic piece of creek front acreage, comes complete with 1986 covered Travel trailer with deck. Drilled well in place.

$169,900.00

3101 Pr.-S’lnd Road

MLS 140969Come build on this lot looking down at the Similkameen Riv-er with gorgeous views of the mountains. Minutes from town.

$259,000.00

10-590 E Similkameen

MLS 140969Minutes from town, private and in exclusive gated community. 5 acres of flat useable land with great building site.

$175,000.00

5-590 E Similkameen

similkameen spotlight, january 23, 2013

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