Lisa Carleton

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Princeton Deer Survey questions explained June 13

On June 13, 2013, Councillor Earle will be at the Seniors Centre at 7:30 p.m., to explain survey questions.

President of the Board of Director’s, Noordin Karmali, Ally Myers and Lieutenant Governor of B.C., The Honourable Judith Guichon. Ally Myers received her Silver Duke of Edinburgh Award on Saturday, May 25 at Government House in Victoria.

Princeton teen achieves gold Duke of Edinburgh Award

Ally Myers, a student of Princeton Secondary has achieved the gold level of the Duke of Edinburgh Award

President of the Board of Director’s, Noordin Karmali, Ally Myers and Lieutenant Governor of B.C., The Honourable Judith Guichon. Ally Myers received her Silver Duke of Edinburgh Award on Saturday, May 25 at Government House in Victoria.
Robbie Dickson, founder of the Canadian Bull Run Rally poses with students of Princeton Secondary School during the pre Bull Run drive in Princeton.

Canadian Bull Run Rally to arrive in Princeton on July 7

On Sunday, July 7 at the Princeton Airport the Canadian Bull Run Rally teams will host the Princeton Airport Supercar Drag Racing event

Robbie Dickson, founder of the Canadian Bull Run Rally poses with students of Princeton Secondary School during the pre Bull Run drive in Princeton.
Suzie’s Shoppe celebrated its grand opening on Friday, May 24. L-R: Susan MacDonald (owner/operator), celebrates opening day with friend and neighbour, Mary-ann Slager as well as new employee Jaymi Powell. Suzie’s Shoppe is a new and consignment women’s clothing and accessories store located at 225 Bridge Street.

Grand opening celebrated for Suzie’s Shoppe

Suzie’s Shoppe celebrated its grand opening on Friday, May 24.

Suzie’s Shoppe celebrated its grand opening on Friday, May 24. L-R: Susan MacDonald (owner/operator), celebrates opening day with friend and neighbour, Mary-ann Slager as well as new employee Jaymi Powell. Suzie’s Shoppe is a new and consignment women’s clothing and accessories store located at 225 Bridge Street.
The Zig Zag project which has been on hold due to issues with the architect and contractors has been a “big source of embarrassment,” said Mayor Armitage. After a conference call from Interim CAO Bob Wilson and Deputy Treasurer Shirley McMahon with the architect and contractors, the project complete to architect design should be finished within a couple of weeks.

Council briefs ~ May 21

Council briefs from the regular meeting of Council on May 21

The Zig Zag project which has been on hold due to issues with the architect and contractors has been a “big source of embarrassment,” said Mayor Armitage. After a conference call from Interim CAO Bob Wilson and Deputy Treasurer Shirley McMahon with the architect and contractors, the project complete to architect design should be finished within a couple of weeks.
L-R: Vice president Laila Bird, treasurer Mitzi Hilmstedt, 2nd vice Ann Middleton, and secretary Maggie Trehearne( far right) present Princeton Highway Extrication Society member Frank (Farmer) Currier and Milo with the $10,000 gift. Missing from photo: Auxiliary president Char Smith.

Hospital Auxiliary presents gift to Highway Extrication

Princeton Hospital Auxiliary, sponsor of Princeton Highway Extrication Society presents third gift to crew member Frank Currier.

L-R: Vice president Laila Bird, treasurer Mitzi Hilmstedt, 2nd vice Ann Middleton, and secretary Maggie Trehearne( far right) present Princeton Highway Extrication Society member Frank (Farmer) Currier and Milo with the $10,000 gift. Missing from photo: Auxiliary president Char Smith.
BC Liberal, Jackie Tegart is the new MLA for Fraser-Nicola.

BC Liberal, Jackie Tegart wins Fraser-Nicola

Preliminary voting results show Tegart with the win at 5,539 votes to incumbent Harry Lali with 4,785 for Fraser-Nicola on May 14.

BC Liberal, Jackie Tegart is the new MLA for Fraser-Nicola.
Employees from Copper Mountain Mine put on a great afernoon in the town square in celebration of Mining Day.

Celebrating Mining Day in Princeton

Copper Mountain Mine employees set up and manned information booths pertaining to mine operations

Employees from Copper Mountain Mine put on a great afernoon in the town square in celebration of Mining Day.
Stuart Watkinson of Action Orthotics & Prosthetics Inc., out of Penticton, B.C., is extending his services by bringing an outreach clinic to Princeton. Patients will need to book an appointment or consultation time through the Penticton office at 250-490-3636.

Orthotic and prosthetic care available in Princeton in June

Patients requiring Orthotic or Prosthetic services can visit with Watkinson at the Physiotherapy office in the Princeton Hospital.

Stuart Watkinson of Action Orthotics & Prosthetics Inc., out of Penticton, B.C., is extending his services by bringing an outreach clinic to Princeton. Patients will need to book an appointment or consultation time through the Penticton office at 250-490-3636.
Mayor and Council of the Town of Princeton are looking at options for the future of the Princeton Court House building.

What does the future hold for the Princeton Court House building?

A 23 page report containing the Building Condition Assessment of the Princeton Court House was released at the regular meeting of Council

Mayor and Council of the Town of Princeton are looking at options for the future of the Princeton Court House building.
Gail Davies, owner operator of ‘A Gypsy’s Heart’ located at 117 Vermilion Avenue. Come in for an experience in clothing couture—and enjoy a wee taste of arts and culture as well.

How to find a Gypsy’s Heart in Princeton

Inside A Gypsy’s Heart, men and women will find a mixture of new and up-cycled clothing.

Gail Davies, owner operator of ‘A Gypsy’s Heart’ located at 117 Vermilion Avenue. Come in for an experience in clothing couture—and enjoy a wee taste of arts and culture as well.
420 is the call sign of the T-33, Eva Nichole named for Roy Harker’s granddaughter.

420 Eva Nichole released Saturday

The wind vane, 420 Eva Nichole, a T-33 Jet now marks the entrance of the Princeton Airport.

420 is the call sign of the T-33, Eva Nichole named for Roy Harker’s granddaughter.
Dale Christie and Gena Sandli of Outbackjacks Horse Rescue hosted a flea market this past weekend as a fundraiser for the rescue. After expenses were paid the rescue had earned enough to pay for a months supply of hay for their rescue horses.

Outbackjacks horse rescues on the rise

Outbackjacks Horse Rescue is more than busy with rescues. One is adopting out and 16 more are in waiting for rescue.

Dale Christie and Gena Sandli of Outbackjacks Horse Rescue hosted a flea market this past weekend as a fundraiser for the rescue. After expenses were paid the rescue had earned enough to pay for a months supply of hay for their rescue horses.

Educating Princeton and area on the threats of aquatic invasive species

The biggest threats are the Zebra and Quagga mussels, New Zealand Mud snails, Didymo (Rock Snot) and the Spiny Water Flea.

Randy Halyk owner, operator of Similkameen Rural Collection and Recycle offers his pick up/hauling services to Area H residents.

A rural collector with purpose

Similkameen Rural Collection and Recycle Services is geared towards residents who have no curbside pick up service.

Randy Halyk owner, operator of Similkameen Rural Collection and Recycle offers his pick up/hauling services to Area H residents.
Tires, metal and propane tanks were some of the items Kelley Cook and Vic Sagorski pulled out of places they most certainly do not belong—our lakes, rivers and streams. Furniture, various types of cardboard and debris as well as untold amounts of garbage was gathered and filled the Town of Princeton truck on Sunday. Kudos to the small group of residents who did a very big job. Free Dump days take place this upcoming weekend, talk about timing!—What an opportunity for the rest of the community to “pitch in and clean up.”

Small group cleans up Princeton for Earth Day

A small, yet energetic group of residents participated in the Community Clean Up event in celebration of Earth Day.

Tires, metal and propane tanks were some of the items Kelley Cook and Vic Sagorski pulled out of places they most certainly do not belong—our lakes, rivers and streams. Furniture, various types of cardboard and debris as well as untold amounts of garbage was gathered and filled the Town of Princeton truck on Sunday. Kudos to the small group of residents who did a very big job. Free Dump days take place this upcoming weekend, talk about timing!—What an opportunity for the rest of the community to “pitch in and clean up.”
Design, planning and installation of cabinets and countertops come with the expert services of Jim Shales and Lisa Lankinen of Kettle Valley Cabinets.

Princeton’s Kettle Valley Cabinets come highly recommended

Kettle Valley Cabinets in Princeton, offer expert services to provide you with just what you need.

Design, planning and installation of cabinets and countertops come with the expert services of Jim Shales and Lisa Lankinen of Kettle Valley Cabinets.
Jesse Miller captures the attention of the students at VFE while teaching them about social media and internet safety.

Social media safety lesson for all in Princeton

While speaking with the students Miller was able to get them to realize the unsafe practices there were with social media devices.

Jesse Miller captures the attention of the students at VFE while teaching them about social media and internet safety.

School District #58 wants your input

School District #58 is currently in the budget planning process for the 2013/14 school year

Grand prize winner, Donna Wilson is escorted to the stage by Mike Talarico (right). Diamond Dinner host and emcee John Haayer (left) presents a very happy winner with her diamond necklace during the 11th Annual Diamond Dinner on Saturday, April 6.

Princeton Legion Diamond Dinner dazzles again

One hundred and twenty ladies, were treated to a semi-formal dinner and dance at the Princeton Legion on Saturday, April 6.

Grand prize winner, Donna Wilson is escorted to the stage by Mike Talarico (right). Diamond Dinner host and emcee John Haayer (left) presents a very happy winner with her diamond necklace during the 11th Annual Diamond Dinner on Saturday, April 6.