Carla McLeod

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Marty and Linda Van Alphen are hosting Summerland Steam hockey players Jarrett Malchow, left, and Wyatt Gale.

Family hosts out-of-town hockey players

For the third year now, the Van Alphens have welcomed Summerland Steam hockey players into their home.

Marty and Linda Van Alphen are hosting Summerland Steam hockey players Jarrett Malchow, left, and Wyatt Gale.
Instructors Doug van Vianen, front left, and Horst Bambullis provide computer training to students. In the back from left are Collette Canning of Okanagan Falls, Gloria Marten of Penticton  and Elena Trofimuk of Summerland.

Instructor taught computer skills

Doug van Vianen has enjoyed spending his working and retirement years, teaching others how to use the computer.

Instructors Doug van Vianen, front left, and Horst Bambullis provide computer training to students. In the back from left are Collette Canning of Okanagan Falls, Gloria Marten of Penticton  and Elena Trofimuk of Summerland.
Maureen Roberge, a lifelong Summerlander, has seen many changes to the community over the years.

Roberge recalls Summerland’s past

Born and raised in Summerland, Maureen Roberge has fond memories of her life here.

Maureen Roberge, a lifelong Summerlander, has seen many changes to the community over the years.

Police warn of addictive drug

The alarm has been raised recently about a drug called fentanyl, which is causing disability and death due to overdose.

Once again the quick actions of the Summerland Fire Department averted a tragedy on Canyon View Road. A grass fire broke out close to the road in a heavily treed area, surrounded by not too distant homes on three sides and the canyon on the other. Crews had the fire knocked down within minutes of arriving on scene and had it out with the road back open in under an hour.

Fire ban continues during dry summer

All open fires — including campfires — are prohibited throughout the Kamloops Fire Centre, which includes Summerland.

Once again the quick actions of the Summerland Fire Department averted a tragedy on Canyon View Road. A grass fire broke out close to the road in a heavily treed area, surrounded by not too distant homes on three sides and the canyon on the other. Crews had the fire knocked down within minutes of arriving on scene and had it out with the road back open in under an hour.

Sunday markets

Customers stroll Main Street on Sunday during the weekly Sunday markets.

Barbara Thorburn helped raise funds for the mural that is painted on the IOOF Hall. This is now where the Philosophers’ Café is held.

Thorburn involved in volunteer work

Involved in many projects, Barbara Thorburn played a key role in the birthing of the Philosophers’ Café.

Barbara Thorburn helped raise funds for the mural that is painted on the IOOF Hall. This is now where the Philosophers’ Café is held.
Beaches in Summerland were busy on the long weekend. Seated at the table from left are Susan, Bud, Deanna and Nancy Bushman, with the rest of their clan in the background. They were at Powell Beach on the weekend to celebrate their family’s annual Christmas in summer.

Beaches busy on long weekend

Summerland lays claim to some of the best beaches in the Okanagan and they were certainly well used on the B.C. Day long weekend.

Beaches in Summerland were busy on the long weekend. Seated at the table from left are Susan, Bud, Deanna and Nancy Bushman, with the rest of their clan in the background. They were at Powell Beach on the weekend to celebrate their family’s annual Christmas in summer.
The church building at the corner of Butler and Shaughnessy Avenues in Lowertown dates back to 1910. It has been recognized for its heritage value.

Church building has a long history

The future of the Lakeside Presbyterian Church is somewhat up in the air at the moment.

The church building at the corner of Butler and Shaughnessy Avenues in Lowertown dates back to 1910. It has been recognized for its heritage value.
Over the years cherry growers have planted varieties of fruit, that ripen later, such as the Skeena and Lapins cherry. It was hoped that by doing this, harvest time would not coincide with the rains that typically fall in early July and often split the cherries. This year, that strategy has been trumped by Mother Nature. Local farmers say their crops have ripened 10 days to two weeks ahead of schedule. The evening before the harvest was about to begin in the Carlson’s orchard on Canyon View Road, the rains began to fall. A helicopter was brought in on Sunday morning to help dry the fruit. Erin Carlson of Carcajou Fruit said the fruit had not been damaged as a result of the rain.

Drying fruit

Over the years cherry growers have planted varieties of fruit, that ripen later, such as the Skeena and Lapins cherry.

Over the years cherry growers have planted varieties of fruit, that ripen later, such as the Skeena and Lapins cherry. It was hoped that by doing this, harvest time would not coincide with the rains that typically fall in early July and often split the cherries. This year, that strategy has been trumped by Mother Nature. Local farmers say their crops have ripened 10 days to two weeks ahead of schedule. The evening before the harvest was about to begin in the Carlson’s orchard on Canyon View Road, the rains began to fall. A helicopter was brought in on Sunday morning to help dry the fruit. Erin Carlson of Carcajou Fruit said the fruit had not been damaged as a result of the rain.
The groundbreaking for a 1.3-kilometre paved pathway took place last week. From left are Rotary director Bob Van Balkom, Mary Trainer, Charlotte Burley, Chair of the Trail of the Okanagans Steering Committee Connie Denesiuk, Mayor Peter Waterman, MLA Dan Ashton, Rotary director at large Paul Barber, Brian Harris and Coun. Erin Trainer.

Province, municipality partner on pathway

Cyclists, walkers and joggers in Summerland will have a safe place to enjoy their activities on a 1.3-kilometre paved pathway.

The groundbreaking for a 1.3-kilometre paved pathway took place last week. From left are Rotary director Bob Van Balkom, Mary Trainer, Charlotte Burley, Chair of the Trail of the Okanagans Steering Committee Connie Denesiuk, Mayor Peter Waterman, MLA Dan Ashton, Rotary director at large Paul Barber, Brian Harris and Coun. Erin Trainer.
Mayor Peter Waterman, left, and Bob Kelly announced July 11 as Collector Car Appreciation Day and July as Collector Car Appreciation Month. The event took place at the Dairy Queen on Thursday evening. In the background are members of the car club.

Club members promote collector cars

The provincial government has proclaimed July 11 and the month of July, as Collector Car Appreciation Day and Month.

Mayor Peter Waterman, left, and Bob Kelly announced July 11 as Collector Car Appreciation Day and July as Collector Car Appreciation Month. The event took place at the Dairy Queen on Thursday evening. In the background are members of the car club.
The Kiwanis Club served up one of their famous pancake breakfasts, as part of the Canada Day festivities in Memorial Park. Pictured here from left are, Rob Gold, Darlene Tryon, Leo Kolodychuk, Tom Jacques, Mairi Robertson, Lilwen Kolodychuk, Gail Mulloy and Irene Johnston.

Kiwanis seeks new members

Serving the children of the world is the very worthy goal and current motto of Kiwanis.

The Kiwanis Club served up one of their famous pancake breakfasts, as part of the Canada Day festivities in Memorial Park. Pictured here from left are, Rob Gold, Darlene Tryon, Leo Kolodychuk, Tom Jacques, Mairi Robertson, Lilwen Kolodychuk, Gail Mulloy and Irene Johnston.
Summerland Mayor Peter Waterman and MLA Dan Ashton had lots of help cutting the cake during the Canada Day celebrations. The children pictured are, from left, Bea Fletcher and Fiona Bentham, held up by her grandmothers Jordis Schill and Isla Fletcher.

Canada Day in the park

The Summerland Legion, along with their community partners organized the Canada Day celebrations held in the community last Wednesday.

Summerland Mayor Peter Waterman and MLA Dan Ashton had lots of help cutting the cake during the Canada Day celebrations. The children pictured are, from left, Bea Fletcher and Fiona Bentham, held up by her grandmothers Jordis Schill and Isla Fletcher.
Members of the SRGEDC took part in the Action Festival parade earlier this year. including director Jessica McDiarmid, vice-president John Gardner and director Karen Grosch. Carrying the banner are president Gwen Shaw and secretary Sheral Marten. Also riding along with the group is Kennedy Smith, being led by her dad, Derrick Smith.

Small group makes a big difference

The passion of a group dedicated to promoting the Summerland Rodeo Grounds more than makes up for their lack of numbers.

Members of the SRGEDC took part in the Action Festival parade earlier this year. including director Jessica McDiarmid, vice-president John Gardner and director Karen Grosch. Carrying the banner are president Gwen Shaw and secretary Sheral Marten. Also riding along with the group is Kennedy Smith, being led by her dad, Derrick Smith.
Fred and Alina Urchyshyn stand in their garden with a portion of the rock wall that Fred built in the background. At 96, Fred Urchyshyn continues his healthy lifestyle by walking each day.

Urchyshyn continues daily walks

For years Fred Urchyshyn has walked 10 kilometres every day and now at the age of 96, he is still walking.

Fred and Alina Urchyshyn stand in their garden with a portion of the rock wall that Fred built in the background. At 96, Fred Urchyshyn continues his healthy lifestyle by walking each day.
Harry Holman created Freemind Apparel Co., a place where youth can speak openly about mental health

Mental health issues discussed online

A brand dedicated to happiness. That is how Harry Holman describes the online community he is building through his website.

Harry Holman created Freemind Apparel Co., a place where youth can speak openly about mental health
Alicia Hoffman serves wine to Colleen Foster, left, and Joan Kyluik at the grand opening of Evolve Cellars on Saturday.

Evolve Cellars holds grand opening

Summerland’s newest winery, Evolve Cellars held its grand opening on Saturday.

Alicia Hoffman serves wine to Colleen Foster, left, and Joan Kyluik at the grand opening of Evolve Cellars on Saturday.
Ruth ten Veen, left, archivist for the museum, Maureen Downey, Quest member, Miss Summerland Erin Sorensen, Summerland Princess Emma Thomson and museum administrator Andrea Sanders help the models pick out which outfits they will be wearing for an upcoming fashion show.

Fashion show features historic styles

It appears that the old adage, “two heads are better than one,” can apply to organizations as well as individuals.

Ruth ten Veen, left, archivist for the museum, Maureen Downey, Quest member, Miss Summerland Erin Sorensen, Summerland Princess Emma Thomson and museum administrator Andrea Sanders help the models pick out which outfits they will be wearing for an upcoming fashion show.
Miss IGA, Erin Sorensen is crowned Miss Summerland, by outgoing queen, Taylor Arkesteyn. The 45th annual Blossom Pageant was held Friday and Saturday evenings at Centre Stage Theatre.

Sorensen named Miss Summerland

Summerland’s 45th Annual Blossom Pageant took place at Centre Stage Theatre this past weekend.

Miss IGA, Erin Sorensen is crowned Miss Summerland, by outgoing queen, Taylor Arkesteyn. The 45th annual Blossom Pageant was held Friday and Saturday evenings at Centre Stage Theatre.