A local group plans to use theatre to raise awareness of violence against women and girls. Paula Rodriguez de la Vega and Tiffany Beckedorf have formed a small group of local volunteers, linking into the V-Day events, part of a global movement aimed at stopping violence against women and girls. They’ve formed a local chapter [...] [...more]
In their attempt to make a real difference in the lives of area women who suffer from domestic violence, two social activists are inviting women of all ages from Osoyoos to audition and participate in a local version of a play that has gained attention and praise around the world. Paula Rodriguez [...] [...more]
Thanks to the generous support of Shoppers Drug Mart and customers in Osoyoos and Oliver, it’s going to be a very merry holiday season for the Desert Valley Hospice Society and its board of directors. During the last two weeks of September and first two weeks of October, customers at Shoppers Drug [...] [...more]
To be one of only 700 members of the Royal Canadian Legion (RCL) to receive a national commendation for dedication and commitment to the organization is an accomplishment Richard Lundin will never forget. “It was a very proud and special moment for me,” said Lundin, who attended a special ceremony in Vancouver [...] [...more]
It started out as a couple of buildings, but now it’s grown into a busy thriving community. This may sound like the story of a rapidly growing Okanagan community, but the miniature village and ski resort at the Campo Marina Café and Restaurant in Osoyoos has been getting bigger and bigger every year – even [...] [...more]
The use of expulsion letters by RCMP and local bylaw enforcement staff to warn people who were misbehaving and breaking the law on Town of Osoyoos beaches and in town parks was so successful, other jurisdictions, including the City of Vancouver, are looking to implement similar programs, says Osoyoos RCMP detachment commander Sgt. Kevin Schur. [...] [...more]
Town of Osoyoos council is strongly considering lowering the speed limit along two of the town’s busiest roads during the peak tourist season. Meanwhile, council has also voted in favour of asking the provincial Ministry of Transportation to come up with a temporary plan to increase safety on the bridge on Main [...] [...more]
As we count down the days until Christmas, many of us are also travelling great distances to connect with family members. The holiday season is a time when families reconnect and spend precious time with one another. It’s a time of shared experiences and celebrating our families. With so many people hitting the roads, airports [...] [...more]
Dear Editor: The letter to the editor in the Osoyoos Times by the FortisBC customer service director two weeks ago brought to me serious questions about this company servicing our region with electric energy. I question how the project to install smart meters across the South Okanagan will cost. According to the company, it will [...] [...more]
Dear Editor: The Canadian Cancer Society is actively recruiting leadership volunteers for the 2013 Daffodil Campaign in Osoyoos. April is Daffodil Month and we need community leaders to provide support organizing and executing Daffodil campaign events. Planning has already started and any additional exposure you are able to provide is very much appreciated. As you [...] [...more]
