It’s now February in the Okanagan and the sun has begun to shine on those winter blues. However, February weather can still pack a chilly punch! Here are some tips for protecting yourself from ballooning heating bills, freezing pipes and other household emergencies in these last weeks of winter.
Inside:
Keep doors and heating vents closed to rooms that are not in ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on February 5, 2010
I committed to sending a "Kid to Camp" this summer and by golly I am going to get it done! Don Lawby President of Century 21 Canada donated the first $2,100 to get the ball rolling and now it is my turn. I have had the opportunity to visit the Easter Seals Camp in Winfield,BC and have seen first hand the difference this place is making in the lives of children. Please ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on June 18, 2009
Westside gives sewer second look by Wayne Moore - Story: 42790Oct 31, 2008 / 12:30 pmWestside landowners scheduled to receive sewer service over the next six years got a break from the municipality. A week ago council decided to go ahead with the entire sewer extension project, despite the fact government grants would be a lot lower than originally anticipated. It was anticipated the municipality would ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on November 1, 2008
What is your favorite summer memory? Not all kids have the opportunity to participate in summer activities - kids with disabilities need constant care and specialized equipment that their families cannot always afford. This year, I'm taking part in Century 21 Kids to Camp, a campaign with Easter Seals. Century 21 realtors have been asked to raise money to send kids with disabilities to camp - and ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on November 1, 2008
Big White Ski Resort and OKMapGuides have teamed up with Kajen Designs (Publisher) to put together the most comprehensive resource for visitor's to the Okanagan's most popular ski hill. This marks the fourth year of the book's publication and can be found throughout the Okanagan Valley and Western Canada. A very exciting addition to this year's guide is a online version with ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on October 30, 2008
Downtown plan passes another hurdle by Wayne Moore - Story: 42749Oct 28, 2008 / 5:00 am"Kelowna's controversial downtown re-development plan is one step closer to reality. City Council Monday gave second and third readings to the Comprehensive Development Zone(CD21 Zone), by a 6-3 margin. Mayor Sharon Shepherd and Councillors Robert Hobson and Michele Rule voted against the proposal. The three ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on October 30, 2008
Aquatic Centre on time on budget by Wayne Moore - Story: 42777Oct 29, 2008 / 5:00 amIt's a common mantra for any mega project -- "on time and on budget." That's how Randy Cleveland described progress on the $46.3 million Mission Aquatic Centre. To date, $35.4 million has been spent on the project. During a presentation to City Council, Cleveland said the pool was still scheduled for completion in February, ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on October 29, 2008
Ont. to ban cellphone use while driving: reports - CTV.ca
Additional story from CTV.ca
Updated Mon. Oct. 27 2008 8:56 AM ET
The Canadian Press
TORONTO-- "Media reports say Ontario will join Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia and Quebec in banning cellphone use while driving.
There are several media reports that the Liberal government will introduce a bill to ban electronic distractions ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on October 29, 2008
Westside sewers will cost more by Wayne Moore Oct 27, 2008 / 5:00 amWestside property owners, patiently waiting for new sewer hook-ups, could end up paying close to $20,000 per household for the service, something that doesn't sit well with Mayor Rosalind Neis. The municipality applied for a grant worth about $15 million through the Building Canada Fund for 11 sewer projects scheduled for completion ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on October 29, 2008
Think more will vote by mail? by Contributed - Story: 42721Oct 26, 2008 / 2:47 pmKelowna residents will be able to vote via mail in the upcoming municipal elections. For the first time, some electors in the Kelowna area will be able to cast their ballot by sending it through the mail, provided they meet some criteria. Chief election Officer, Stephen Fleming, says the City of Kelowna Election ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on October 29, 2008