Lisa Carleton

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Robin Irwin, manager of the Princeton Museum gives council an overview of the museum activities, work and events that have taken place over the past year.

Princeton Museum year in review presented to council

Robin Irwin, manager of the Princeton Museum came to council to present her yearly report for the museum.

Robin Irwin, manager of the Princeton Museum gives council an overview of the museum activities, work and events that have taken place over the past year.

Implementation of ORV Act anticipated for fall of 2014

The implementation of Bill 13, the ORV Act, including registration provisions, is anticipated for the fall of 2014.

Sandra Lewis and Frankie Reichert joined forces to organize a Shave for the Brave fundraiser on March 19. The two have since been joined by 20 other individuals to help them rise funds and awareness for Young Adults Cancer Canada. Come down to the Fire Hall between 3 and 6 p.m., to see the shaving and show your support.

Shave for the brave ~ local ladies looking for your support

Sandra Lewis and Frankie Reichert joined forces to organize a Shave for the Brave fundraiser on March 19.

Sandra Lewis and Frankie Reichert joined forces to organize a Shave for the Brave fundraiser on March 19. The two have since been joined by 20 other individuals to help them rise funds and awareness for Young Adults Cancer Canada. Come down to the Fire Hall between 3 and 6 p.m., to see the shaving and show your support.
Rotarians Colleen Stevens (left) and Ernie Lawrence (right) share in the exitement of Cynthia Frost who turned the key to open the locked box containing the Diamond Pendant from Paris Jewellers. Frost drew the winning key on behalf of Darnella Armitage.

Princeton Rotary Wine Fest sets record year

One hundred and forty-five tickets were taken in at the Princeton Rotary Wine Fest and Tastes of Princeton event.

Rotarians Colleen Stevens (left) and Ernie Lawrence (right) share in the exitement of Cynthia Frost who turned the key to open the locked box containing the Diamond Pendant from Paris Jewellers. Frost drew the winning key on behalf of Darnella Armitage.
The Dairy Queen parking lot is blocked off by police vehicles and tape while investigation takes place.

UPDATE Domestic dispute results in stabbing

A domestic dispute resulting in a stabbing has taken place in the parking lot of the Princeton Dairy Queen Restaurant.

The Dairy Queen parking lot is blocked off by police vehicles and tape while investigation takes place.
Barb Gagnon, recreation coordinator for Ridgewood Lodge came before Council on Monday, Feb. 17 asking for their support for an Artists for Life Initiative. Gagnon represents a group of local artists and enthusiasts who are applying for a grant in the hope of providing an Artist in Residence and art supplies at no charge for participants of the program.

Council Briefs ~ Tribute to Mayor Brown

Mayor Frank Armitage paid tribute to former Princeton Mayor David Brown who passed away at Ridgewood Lodge last week.

Barb Gagnon, recreation coordinator for Ridgewood Lodge came before Council on Monday, Feb. 17 asking for their support for an Artists for Life Initiative. Gagnon represents a group of local artists and enthusiasts who are applying for a grant in the hope of providing an Artist in Residence and art supplies at no charge for participants of the program.
OUTERBRIDGE - Clockwork Mysteries Ted and Marion Outerbridge captivate their audience with the arts of acting/storytelling, dance, magic and illusion during their performance at the Riverside Centre on Sunday, Feb. 23.

The mystery of magic and illusion

Residents and visitors to the community were treated to an afternoon of magic and illusion at the Riverside Centre Theatre on Sunday.

OUTERBRIDGE - Clockwork Mysteries Ted and Marion Outerbridge captivate their audience with the arts of acting/storytelling, dance, magic and illusion during their performance at the Riverside Centre on Sunday, Feb. 23.
Childhood Education Assistant Judy Lee, School-District 58-Nicola Similkameen Board Chair, Gordon Comeau, Tim Gordon, RBC Summerland branch manager, Terry Sedawie RBS Summerland, Barry Clarke VFE principal and Colby Williams, recreation leader pose here with students who are very happy and thankful for the Vermilion Forks after school program.

Royal Bank of Canada sponsors VFE After School program

Students, parents and teachers are very happy and thankful for the Vermilion Forks After School Program.

Childhood Education Assistant Judy Lee, School-District 58-Nicola Similkameen Board Chair, Gordon Comeau, Tim Gordon, RBC Summerland branch manager, Terry Sedawie RBS Summerland, Barry Clarke VFE principal and Colby Williams, recreation leader pose here with students who are very happy and thankful for the Vermilion Forks after school program.
This is the sticker found on the office door.

What’s your beef?

I believe the point of the placement of the stickers was to get people talking, or to send a message to council.

This is the sticker found on the office door.
Teghan Mullin of the Princeton Posse Novice team takes a shot on goal during the game against Kelowna. The Princeton Posse Novice team had two wins and two losses over the weekend.

Novice tournament keeps the arena busy over the weekend

The Princeton Posse Novice team hosted teams from Merritt, Kelowna, Chilliwack and Surrey.

Teghan Mullin of the Princeton Posse Novice team takes a shot on goal during the game against Kelowna. The Princeton Posse Novice team had two wins and two losses over the weekend.
During the regular meeting of council on Jan. 20, Paul Bedard, president of the Princeton Exhibition Association presents council with the accomplishments of the association in 2013 and plans in progress for 2014. The association has performed numerous upgrades to the facility including an extensive electrical upgrade made possible with funding from the RDOS.

Delegations begin new year at Council meeting

Three delegations sought the attention of Mayor and Council during the regular meeting held on Jan. 20.

During the regular meeting of council on Jan. 20, Paul Bedard, president of the Princeton Exhibition Association presents council with the accomplishments of the association in 2013 and plans in progress for 2014. The association has performed numerous upgrades to the facility including an extensive electrical upgrade made possible with funding from the RDOS.
After five years of service to the Town of Princeton, Jason Earle has resigned his position as Councillor effective Feb. 3, 2014.

Jason Earle resigns from Princeton Council

Due to new employment responsibilities, Jason Earle has resigned his position of Councillor with the Town of Princeton.

After five years of service to the Town of Princeton, Jason Earle has resigned his position as Councillor effective Feb. 3, 2014.

Weyerhaeuser makes Global 100 index

Weyerhaeuser Company has made it on to the Corporate Knights Global 100 index.

Right: The Honourable Judith Guichon, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, presents the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award to Jody Woodford (left) of Coalmont, B.C. during the award ceremony at Government House.

Local Jody Woodford receives the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award

Woodford is being honoured for her dedication and service to the Coalmont/Tulameen Fire Department.

Right: The Honourable Judith Guichon, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, presents the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award to Jody Woodford (left) of Coalmont, B.C. during the award ceremony at Government House.
Layna Lawes, pictured here with her mother Tanya, is a recipient of care by Children’s Hospital. The Lawes family will begin their annual 'Heart Days' fundraiser at the Bridge Street Car Wash on Tuesday, Feb 4.

Bridge Street Car Wash Heart Days fundraiser starts Tuesday

Children’s Hospital has a special place in the hearts of Tanya and her husband Al Lawes .

Layna Lawes, pictured here with her mother Tanya, is a recipient of care by Children’s Hospital. The Lawes family will begin their annual 'Heart Days' fundraiser at the Bridge Street Car Wash on Tuesday, Feb 4.
Marylou Terryberry took this photo of the rock slide at about 1 p.m., this afternoon. She was on her way to Penticton but was stopped and turned back to Princeton.

Rock slide closes Highway 3

Highway 3 is closed in both directions due to a rock slide 18 km west of Keremeos

Marylou Terryberry took this photo of the rock slide at about 1 p.m., this afternoon. She was on her way to Penticton but was stopped and turned back to Princeton.
Meet the Champs Princeton Posse Peewee team: #2 Marcus Brodie, #3 Grant Yee, #4 Case Brodie, #5 Trenton Vegara, #6 Takumi Irie, #7 Kirk Scollin, #9 Quinn Clarke, #10 Mason O’Niel, #12 Curtis Gould, #14 Trent Robinson, #15 Liam Zieske, #16 Matt Maynard, #17 Carson Thibert, #18 Shae-lin Karstenson, #19 Nathan Silbernagel and #30 Goalie, Jett Larsen. The team is joined in the photo by their coaches; Carson Zieske, Al Anderson, Daryl Clarke and team manager Jeff Larsen.

More hockey tournaments ahead

Residents are welcomed to come up to the arena to watch the home tournaments and cheer on the players.

Meet the Champs Princeton Posse Peewee team: #2 Marcus Brodie, #3 Grant Yee, #4 Case Brodie, #5 Trenton Vegara, #6 Takumi Irie, #7 Kirk Scollin, #9 Quinn Clarke, #10 Mason O’Niel, #12 Curtis Gould, #14 Trent Robinson, #15 Liam Zieske, #16 Matt Maynard, #17 Carson Thibert, #18 Shae-lin Karstenson, #19 Nathan Silbernagel and #30 Goalie, Jett Larsen. The team is joined in the photo by their coaches; Carson Zieske, Al Anderson, Daryl Clarke and team manager Jeff Larsen.

Cleaning up our own space

It’s a whole complex circle of issues and resolutions.

Peewee Posse player Curtis Gould takes a ‘flying shot on goal’ during the Princeton Posse vs Abbotsford Nighthawks tournament game on Saturday afternoon. The Posse Pewwees won all the tournament games and went on to be tournament champs.

Princeton Posse Peewees win tournament

The Princeton Posse Peewee team take top spot in the Peewee House Tournament

Peewee Posse player Curtis Gould takes a ‘flying shot on goal’ during the Princeton Posse vs Abbotsford Nighthawks tournament game on Saturday afternoon. The Posse Pewwees won all the tournament games and went on to be tournament champs.
Mayor Frank Armitage extends his appreciation to all in attendance at the meeting held on Wednesday night to discuss supporting Princeton’s downtown core.

Town hosts Let’s talk business forum

Suggestions to attract businesses and increase population a priority for prosperity in Princeton.

Mayor Frank Armitage extends his appreciation to all in attendance at the meeting held on Wednesday night to discuss supporting Princeton’s downtown core.